18th February 2025
Discover bucket list trails in our April issue
As the Pennine Way celebrates its 60th birthday, our latest issue honours bucket list trails in Britain and beyond.
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Latest news from The Great Outdoors
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17th February 2025
Cwtch up this Winter in the ‘Cosy Capital of Wales’
Carmarthenshire is staking its claim as the ‘cosy capital of Wales’ this winter. Discover more.
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17th February 2025
Artist Tessa Simpson: I’m drawn to the mountains as my muse
The intricate and experimental artwork of Tessa Simpson, who features in a new film, are a constant source of inspiration.
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28th January 2025
Book review – Pathfinding: On Walking, Motherhood and Freedom
If you feel like you’ve lost your way, amid the mountain narrative, Kerri Andrews' new book may help you to place yourself once again.
Gear guides
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15th November 2024
The Great Outdoors Gear of the Year Awards
The UK's most experienced gear testing team share their top picks of outdoor kit and innovations for the year.
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12th December 2024
The best waterproof jackets 2025
This season's best waterproof jackets for hiking and backpacking, as chosen by our team of outdoor experts.
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1st February 2025
The best power banks 2025
Selecting the best power bank for you can not only minimise technological faff on the hills, but can also be the difference between safety and an escalating emergency situation.
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20th February 2025
The best head torches for hiking 2025
Our Equipment Editor tests the best head torches for mountain use and explains what to look for when investing.
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19th February 2025
The best GPS watches for hiking 2025
GPS watches can aid mountain navigation and help to keep you fit. We test eight of them and demystify the tech.
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2nd February 2025
The best cold weather sleeping bags 2025
Fiona Russell and Peter Macfarlane keep the cold at bay with the best bags made for our winter high places.
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3rd February 2025
The best crampons for winter hillwalking 2025
Mountain Leader Lucy Wallace gets to the point in her latest tests of the best crampons.
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16th February 2025
The best ice axes 2025
Our expert gear testing team gets to the point reviewing the best ice axes, an essential tool for managing risk in snowy mountains.
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6th February 2025
The best emergency kit for hiking 2025
Peter Macfarlane guides us through the emergency kit you may want in your pack should the worst happen out in the hills.
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18th February 2025
The best winter gloves for hiking 2025
Kirsty Pallas and James Roddie keep the worst of the weather at bay with a selection of warm and waterproof winter gloves.
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17th February 2025
The best winter mountaineering boots 2025
Five expert gear testers compare winter mountaineering boots suitable for steeper, more technical ground in the snowy season.
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18th February 2025
The best winter gloves for hiking 2025
Kirsty Pallas and James Roddie keep the worst of the weather at bay with a selection of warm and waterproof winter gloves.
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17th February 2025
The best winter mountaineering boots 2025
Five expert gear testers compare winter mountaineering boots suitable for steeper, more technical ground in the snowy season.
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16th February 2025
The best ice axes 2025
Our expert gear testing team gets to the point reviewing the best ice axes, an essential tool for managing risk in snowy mountains.
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6th February 2025
The best emergency kit for hiking 2025
Peter Macfarlane guides us through the emergency kit you may want in your pack should the worst happen out in the hills.
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3rd February 2025
The best crampons for winter hillwalking 2025
Mountain Leader Lucy Wallace gets to the point in her latest tests of the best crampons.
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2nd February 2025
The best cold weather sleeping bags 2025
Fiona Russell and Peter Macfarlane keep the cold at bay with the best bags made for our winter high places.
Route guides and walks
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10th December 2023
One for the road: The best pub walks in Britain
In their toughest assignment yet, our contributors map out some of the finest pub walks up and down our British hills.
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16th February 2023
Sky Walks: 9 of the best treks in the Alps
Planning an Alpine hiking holiday this year? Hanna Lindon picks out some of the best treks in the Alps, Europe’s greatest mountain chain.
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19th September 2023
Give me shelter: 8 of the best bothy walks in Britain
Shelter, warmth and sometimes camaraderie in the most remote landscapes in the UK. Here are some of the UK's best bothy walks.
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4th August 2023
Hike further: long-distance trails in the UK and Ireland
Looking for some trail magic? One of these excellent long-distance trails in the UK and Ireland will no doubt provide.
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6th July 2023
12 of the best Peak District waterfall walks
The Great Outdoors rounds up the best Peak District waterfall walks and how to go waterfall hunting to find your own secret spots.
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9th June 2023
The best scrambling routes in the UK
Our contributors go on the hunt for spicy scrambles up and down the UK. Here are some of the best.
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29th September 2023
7 quiet hikes in Snowdonia/Eryri
Our contributors share their Eryri/Snowdonia hidden gems for those seeking solitude in the craggy corners of North Wales.
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9th January 2025
Nine Standards Rigg via The Black Bull: route guide
Ian Battersby uncovers treasures hiding in the shadow of nine mysterious cairns. Explore and treat yourself to a pint afterwards.
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8th January 2025
Stob Coire Sgreamhach via Coire Gabhail (the Lost Valley) and The Clachaig Inn, Glen Coe: route guide
This Clachaig circuit in the Bidean nam Bian range gets all the best views, says Alex Roddie.
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7th January 2025
Ladhar Bheinn via The Old Forge, Knoydart: route guide
James Roddie walks a long way for a remote pint at The Old Forge, commonly credited as Britain's most hard-to-reach watering hole.
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12th March 2024
The Edale Skyline: route guide
Francesca Donovan guides you on a fine Peak District day challenge taking in the highlights above the Edale Valley.
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11th March 2024
The Vale of Ewyas: route guide
Fiona Barltrop strides out along the ridges of the The Vale of Ewyas in the Black Mountains.
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11th March 2024
Whinash ridge from Bretherdale: route guide
Ian Battersby abandons burdens at the doorway to a deserted dale and Winash ridge.
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Reviews from team TGO
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20th February 2025
Biolite Charge 100 Max review
This power bank was recommended after rigorous testing in the Peak District and Bannau Brychieniog.
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20th February 2025
Nebo 20K review
Steph Wetherell found this power bank to be the best value in her tests. Find out why.
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20th February 2025
Nitecore NPB1 review
Steph Wetherell awarded the Nitecore NPB1 power bank her Best in Test after taking it out in the hills. Find out why.
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20th February 2025
Petzl Bindi headtorch review
The Petzl Bindi headtorch is light and bright; a good backup for any hillgoer, says Peter Macfarlane.
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20th February 2025
Alpkit Juice Holder Power Bank review
A lighter model may suit you but the Juice Holder performance and reliability has been a source of confidence.
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20th February 2025
Lomo First Aid Dry Bag Waist Belt Pouch review
No downsides were found to carrying this bit of emergency kit into the hills.
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20th February 2025
Lifesystems Mountain First Aid Kit review
Peter Macfarlane recommends this comprehensive first aid kit to take out into the hills - but suggests some additions of his own.
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19th February 2025
Lifesystems Heatshield Thermal Bivi Bag review
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19th February 2025
Lomo Emergency Storm Shelter 2-3 Man Bothy Bag review
Peter Macfarlane dubs this storm shelter an essential bit of emergency kit to have in your pack.
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19th February 2025
Scarpa Ribelle HD review
These boots are comfortable enough for multi-day hikes, yet sufficiently rigid for winter mountaineering.
Outdoor skills
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28th January 2025
QUIZ: Do you know how to avoid hypothermia?
Test your hypothermia awareness with this quiz-based journey through a winter’s day on the hill, devised by the experts at Mountaineering Scotland.
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24th January 2025
Don’t sweat it: How to layer for winter hills
Getting your layering system right is the best way to keep warm on the hill. Helen Gestwicki and Ross Cadie from Mountaineering Scotland explain.
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9th January 2025
Beat the blues: 5 winter motivation tips for hikers
Time in the mountains won’t cure any ailment, but it can do a lot. Here's how to make time when motivation is low.
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