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Proud Sponsors of the Saddleworth 3Ds U9 Whites
We’re over the moon to sponsor the kit for an under 9s football team this season. The Saddleworth 3Ds U9s Whites are playing their football in the East Manchester Junior Football League!
Good luck, 3Ds!
Our Hiking Life – Hiking Blog
Hiking. From gentle flat trails to mountain ridges, getting out on foot can be the most relaxing or the most exhilarating way to experience the scenery around you. We love a good hike. And in our hiking blog, we share trails, reviews, hints and tips on all things hiking.
Liathach – A Bucket List Hike Bagging Two Munros
I’ve had my eye on Liathach for years and finally made up there on an early May weekend. What a beautiful hike and scramble. Here’s how I found the hike, the Munros and the pinnacles.
The Tarmachan Ridge Hike – An Absolutely Glorious Day in the Mountains
The Tarmachan Ridge has been on my must-hike list for some time. After bagging the Munro of Meall Nan Tarmachan in relatively poor weather last July, I went back on a clear bright day to enjoy a solo hike across the entire ridge, rebagging the Munro and bagging the 3 Munro tops along the way.
Ben Chonzie – The Dullest Munro Hike to Date… (Sorry)
I hiked up Ben Chonzie last week for a little solo. I won’t lie. This was the dullest Munro I’ve ever hiked up – but fortunately, the view at the top that day (with cloud inversions) was a saving grace! Here’s the route, some photos and a review
Hiking Buachaille Etive Mòr: 2 Munros and a Hefty Munro Top
“The Big Bookle” has been on my hiking bucket list for as long as I’ve been visiting Scotland to hike. So with a week of exceptional weather coinciding with a little hiking trip North of the border, I set out to the bag the two munros and the munro top of Buachaille Etive Mòr. Here’s the hiking route and how that walk went.
Striding Edge – The Bad Step and The Bypass Paths
With the immense weather we’re currently having, I took an impromptu trip to the Lake District yesterday to complete my fourth crossing of Striding Edge. I’ve already written about this hike before, so I won’t repeat myself. Instead I got some photos and videos relating to the bypass paths and the Bad Step which we’ve had several emails over the years asking about. Hopefully this helps.
Summer Safety Tips for Hikers in the UK (Where there are no Bears or Man Eating Animals)
T shirt weather is on its way back! The clocks have gone forward and the days are getting longer. I, for one, am delighted. But let’s not get complacent when it comes to hiking safety just because the mountains are starting to thaw.
I Used Apple Watches for 9 Years and Recently Switched to Garmin… Here’s How It’s Going
I’m an avid hiker who was using an Apple Watch since the first iteration in 2015. I recently switched to Garmin (Garmin Epix 2) while keeping an iPhone and my other Apple Kit. Here’s an honest review of my experience with both Apple Watch and Garmin as a hiker and someone who tracks all their health and fitness data through a watch.
Unleash Your Inner Explorer: The MANY Benefits of Taking Up Hiking
Hiking. It’s addictive you know. Well, at least I think it is. But as far as addictions go, this one’s pretty good for you. Here are some of the many benefits of making hiking your new hobby.
Mount Everest: Stats and Facts
Thousands of Brits every year research the prospect of climbing Mount Everest, despite the fact that hundreds of people have lost their lives on the world’s tallest mountain. Here are some other facts, stats and figures about Everest that you may not have known!
Why Differences in Tennis Surfaces Greatly Affect the Nature of the Game
What separates one tennis match from another? Surface variation plays a central role in tennis. Matches on different courts are never identical because each surface
The checklist for the LA Lakers after early exit
The Los Angeles Lakers’ early playoff exit in 2025, despite the high-profile acquisition of Luka Dončić, underscored glaring deficiencies in their roster construction and depth.
Why are Female Footballer More Prone to ACL Injuries?
ACL injuries are common in sport – but they’re particularly prevalent amongst female footballs. Why is that? Let’s look at what the research says and what amateur and grassroots female footballers can do to minimise the risk of ACL injuries.
FIFA Club World Cup: An Injury Waiting To Happen?
The FIFA Club World Cup begins this Summer in the United States. The expanded 32-team tournament will be held between June 13th and July 13th,
8 Scientifically Backed Benefits of Cold Water Therapy – With a Bit of Personal Experience Too
Three weeks ago I took the plunge (no pun intended) and started using a cold water dipping pod thing to take a cold water plunge every morning. I was driven by the science and here’s what I’ve found to be the biggest benefits so far.
Barcelona Women Dominate Chelsea Women in Champions League Clash
Barcelona Women delivered a commanding performance as they triumphed 3-0 over Chelsea Women in their highly anticipated UEFA Champions League clash. The match showcased Barcelona’s
Leicester City’s Relegation Confirmed After Defeat to Liverpool
Leicester City’s Premier League journey took a devastating turn as their fate was sealed following a 3-0 home defeat to Liverpool. Once the toast of
The Race for the Champions League – Who’s Going to Qualify?
Arsenal’s comprehensive victory over Real Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League Quarter Final wasn’t only celebrated in the red half of North
The UK’s Deep Connection to Outdoor Sport: Tradition, Change, and Community
Where History and Landscape Shape Active Lifestyles The UK has always had a close relationship with the outdoors. Whether it’s long countryside walks, an afternoon
Our Writers and Editors
It’s really important to us that our content is created by people who know and love their topics. So we source contributions from external experts as well as having our own in house writers who cover their own areas of expertise. If ever we’re offering up health or fitness advice, we want to know it’s coming from someone qualified to give it. So we work with doctors and personal trainers as well. Some of our writers and listed below.
Stacey MacNaught
Hiker & football lover
Stacey is a keen hiker and mountain ridge walker. She runs a women’s over 30s football team and recently took up rugby (with a questionable degree of skill).
Christopher Czermak
Tennis player & coach
Christopher is an enthusiastic tennis player and qualified coach. He’s been playing since the age of 6 and now shares his love of the sport with other aspiring players.
Dr Andres Maldonado
Doctor
Andres Maldonado is a a doctor currently located in Venezuela and working at the country’s International Unit of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery. He writes for us on anything health related.
Melanie Gilder
personal trainer
Melanie Gilder is a qualified personal trainer and dance teacher who specialises in female fitness. She works with clients to achieve improved fitness as well as weight loss. She writes for us on fitness tips and advice
Football. From 6 year olds running around on a Sunday morning to the mighty England women’s team selling out stadiums, football has a special place in our hearts. Here’s where we share articles, features and news on football.
Our Statistics and Research
8 Scientifically Backed Benefits of Cold Water Therapy – With a Bit of Personal Experience Too
Three weeks ago I took the plunge (no pun intended) and started using a cold water dipping pod thing to take a cold water plunge every morning. I was driven by the science and here’s what I’ve found to be the biggest benefits so far.
Boxing Statistics UK – How Popular Is Boxing In 2024?
We polled 2,000 people in the UK to ask them about their participation in boxing! We rounded up this data and other data to pull together the most important boxing participation statistics for the UK in 2024! Let’s dive right in.
Golf Statistics: How Popular Is Golf In The UK In 2024?
How popular is golf in the UK in 2024? To find out, we polled 2,000 adults in the UK about their sporting preferences. We’ve crunched the numbers and here’s everything you need to know about how many people are playing and who are the most likely to engage in golf.
Running Statistics UK – How Popular Is Running In 2025?
How popular is running in the UK in 2025? We polled 2,000 people and collated some other facts and figures to find out.
Hiking and Walking Statistics UK: How Popular is hiking in the UK in 2024?
Hiking (or even just getting out for a quick walk) has a whole host of benefits for both mental and physical health. And for many of us, it’s also just fun. But how popular is hiking in the UK in 2024? And where are the most popular hiking spots in the country?
Women’s and Girl’s Football Statistics UK
The momentum behind women’s football is phenomenal. But how many women play football? How many played as children? And what are the audience sizes like? We take a look in our 2024 round up of women’s and girl’s football statistics.
21 Mind Blowing Stats and Facts About the Six Nations Rugby
It’s upon us again – the Six Nations Championship is one of the highlights of the rugby union calendar. England, Ireland, Scotland, Wales, France and Italy will battle it out in 2024. And to get set for the competition, here are 21 mind blowing statistics and facts about the 6 Nations.
Everything You Need to Know About Under 10s Football in England
There are specific rules, set out by the Football Association, that must be followed when playing football at under 10s level. “Mini Soccer” is played by all children up to the age of 10. All you need to know about the sport for children at this age is set out below – from how many players on a team to the size of the pitch, goals and even the size of the ball that is used.
Everything You Need to Know About Under 9s Football in England
Football at under 9s in England follows the laws of Mini Soccer. These laws entail the maximum playing time for children, how many players can play in a match and even the size of the ball that should be used. If you want to get your child involved in Football and they are in this age group, here is all you need to know.
Everything You Need to Know About Under 8s Football in England
Under 8s football adheres to the FA laws of “Mini Soccer,” which determine the age of players, time limits on games and other things too. Got a child going into under 8s football or considering it? Here’s everything you need to know about football at this level in England.
Everything You Need to Know About Under 7s Football in England
Under 7s football follows the laws of “Mini Soccer,” which determine the age of players, time limits on games and other things too. Find out everything you need to know about getting started with U7s football in England.
American Football Statistics: UK Popularity 2022
American Football is one of the most popular sports in the United States, but exactly how popular is it over the pond in the UK?
Karate Statistics: How Popular Is Karate In The UK In 2022?
Karate is a Japanese martial art which is popular in many countries around the world. It is a popular martial art in the UK too
Skateboarding Statistics: How Popular Is Skateboarding In The UK In 2021?
Although many people may not think skateboarding is a sport, it was actually approved to be a sport in the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. This
Squash Statistics UK: How Popular is Squash in the UK in 2021?
Squash is a fast-paced racquet sport where players compete against each other by hitting the ball against the wall to rebound towards their opponent. These
Badminton Statistics: How Popular Is Badminton In The UK in 2021?
Commonly, badminton is played in singles or doubles while players hit the shuttlecock over the net. It’s played in the Summer Olympics and needs a
Gymnastics Statistics: How Popular Is Gymnastics In The UK In 2021?
Gymnastics is popular around the world. People perform the sport in many countries and events, such as the Olympic Games. But how popular is gymnastics
Skiing Statistics UK 2021: How Popular is Skiing in the UK?
Skiing is an exhilarating sport where people can travel at fast speeds down icy slopes. While the UK may not be well known for Skiing,
Swimming Statistics: How Popular is Swimming in the UK in 2021?
Swimming is one of the most popular methods to stay active in the UK, with large numbers of the population engaging in the sport. This
MMA Statistics: How Popular is Mixed Martial Arts in the UK in 2021?
Mixed martial arts has become much more popular in recent years, with the likes of the UFC gaining traction and notorious fighters such as Conor