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Hiking Blog

Hiking Time Calculator using Naismith’s Rule

Here’s a handy little hiking time calculator based on Naismith’s rule! How accurate is it? Well, as ever, these things depend on your own fitness and so forth. But I’ve always found Naismith’s rule to be a handy benchmark to aim for in terms of time for any given route.

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Active Family Adventures

Hiking at Dovestone – Routes, Paths and Guide

Dovestone is a beautiful place in the Peak District’s Dark peak, nestled amongst the Saddleworth Hills. But there’s far more for hikers here than reservoir walks. Here’s a hiker’s guide to Dovestone Reservoir and the surrounding hills.

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aonach eagach ridge from drone
Hiking Blog

Munros Quiz – Test Your Knowledge of Munro Facts

Fancy yourself quite the brain box when it comes to Munro mountains of Scotland? Put your knowledge to the test in this 20 question Munros Quiz and find a host of other interesting facts and figures about Scotland’s Munros right here.

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winter mountai running
Hiking Blog

How to Keep on Running in the Mountains Through Winter

Running in the mountains during winter offers an exhilarating mix of challenge and beauty, from icy trails to snow-covered landscapes. However, winter mountain running requires preparation, strength, and the right gear to ensure both safety and enjoyment. Here’s a guide on how to tackle these conditions effectively.

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views from y garn of tryfan, llyn ogwen and llyn idwal
Hiking Blog

Hiking Around the Ogwen Valley – 5 Amazing Routes

The Ogwen Valley is just something else. Spectacularly beautiful with its rugged, rocky peaks and pristine valley, there are hikes here suitable for all types of hikers and walkers. And here are 5 of the best Ogwen Valley hiking routes in my humble opinion!

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is merrell a good hiking brand
Hiking Blog

Is Merrell a Good Hiking Brand?

I fell in love with Merrell a few years ago when I got a pair of hiking boots I just LOVED. But it’s been all downhill since then unfortunately with consistent quality issues and absolutely awful “waterproofing”. So, is Merrell a good hiking brand? Well, in my opinion, largely not. But let’s talk about it in more detail.

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Football

AI in Football – Today and in 2025

AI is absolutely everywhere. But many of us may be unaware of the effect it is having on our favourite sport. So as 2025 approaches, we delve into the impact of AI on the sport of football.

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portable power banks for charging while hiking
Hiking Blog
Stacey MacNaught

Best Portable Charging Banks for Hiking in 2025

Traditionalists may not like it! But personally, I don’t like to risk being stuck on a hill or mountain with a dead phone or head torch battery. So I like to carry a portable charging device (or 2, or 3) with me. Here are the best portable charging banks for hiking that I’ve used. (And I’ve used a lot, by the way).

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