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Stay the night in a medieval castle, Tudor manor or Gothic mansion – these are the best UK hostels for history lovers
Ever fancied staying in a castle, a traditional thatched cottage or a Gothic manor house? Here is our guide on the best UK youth hostels for history lovers, which offer beautiful and unique surroundings to suit all budgets.
Berghaus Women's Expeditor Ridge 2.0 hiking boot review
The Berghaus Women's Expeditor Ridge 2.0 Hiking Boots are a great option for everyday hiking that won't break the bank.
HOKA Kaha 3 GORE–TEX women's hiking boots review
Known for its running shoes, how do Hoka's hiking boots match up in this review?
The 18 greatest walks in England
Discover the beauty of the English countryside on foot – from quiet country lanes and flower-banked rivers to spectacular hills and dales.
25 of the best walks in the Lake District National Park
Of all the national parks in Britain, the Lake District in North England is arguably the most celebrated – discover the area's fells, rivers, waters and towns with our guide to the best walks in the Lake District National Park.
16 easy mountains to climb for beginners – chosen by experts
The prospect of climbing to the top of a mountain can be a little intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. Discover some of the UK's most beautiful mountains with our guide to the easiest climbs for beginner hikers.
Top outdoor clothing picks from Berghaus: waterproof and cold-weather essentials, including raincoats, insulated jackets and fleece layers
30 of the UK's most beautiful winter walks
From the Scottish Highlands and English Lake District to enchanting Welsh woodlands and Northern Ireland's wave-buffeted coast, here's our pick of the best beautiful winter walks in the UK
Best down jackets to beat the cold: tested for 2024
Helen Webster puts eight of the best down jackets to the test
Best autumn walks in the UK: discover stunning trails through golden forests and scenic countryside
The arrival of autumn sees the British countryside transform into a spectacular display of oranges, reds, yellows and golds – experience this seasonal splendour with our pick of the best autumn walks in the UK.
Best walks in Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland's countryside is a walker's paradise. From the drama of the Causeway Coast and County Down's Mourne Mountains to the serenity of Glenariff Forest Park and Belfast Castle, here are some of the country's greatest walks
Best summer walks in Britain
Make the most of the longer days and warmer weather with our pick of the best summer walks in the UK.
Hiking essentials list: 19 things to pack on every multi-day hike
Heading off to a conquer a long-distance trail this summer and wondering what hiking essentials to take with you? Our expert guide includes a list of hiking gear and accessories that should make it into you pack.
Best walks in Dorset
One of England's most-loved counties, Dorset's coastal cliffs, bird-rich moorland and marsh and vast pebble beaches are a hiker's dream. Here's our guide to the best walks in Dorset
Best walks in Surrey
Explore the woodlands, rivers and rolling hills of Surrey with our favourite county hikes.
14 sensational walks in the Cairngorms National Park
Take a hike through this vast, untamed area of Scotland with our expert guide to the best walks in the Cairngorms.
Llyn y Fan Fach walk, Brecon Beacons
This four-mile walk along a bustling river, lonely llyn and wild mountain ridge is one of the best walks in the Brecon Beacons National Park.
Ogmore-by-Sea to Dunraven Bay walk, Vale of Glamorgan
Teeter along cliff-tops, search for a lost village and dangle your net in countless rockpools on this walk along South Wales' unspoilt coastline from Ogmore to Dunraven Bay
Old Man of Coniston walk, Lake District
Walk beside high tarns and copper-mining relics to the summit of the Old Man of Coniston, a magical fell-top in the heart of the Lake District
Kinder Scout walk, Peak District
Sandwiched between Manchester and Sheffield in the Peak District National Park, the bleak but beautiful upland plateau of Kinder Scout is a landscape of wind-swept waterfalls and rocky crags, perfect for hikers and scramblers alike.
Bradford-on-Avon to Bath canal walk, Wiltshire/Somerset
Celebrate the Kennet and Avon Canal with a stroll that blends natural beauty and Georgian engineering
Best walks in Northumberland
Explore Northumberland's wild coastlines, vast forests, romantic ruins and rolling hills with our favourite walking routes.
Water-break-its-neck walk, Radnor Forest, Powys
This short woodland wander to one of Britain’s most unusually named waterfalls is ideal for a family adventure, come rain or shine
Walk: Crackpot Hall, North Yorkshire
Discover a lush corner of Swaledale in the Yorkshire Dales where an intriguing ruin watches over a landscape of majestic waterfalls and verdant valleys
