14th March 2025
Explore Britain’s national parks your way with our May issue
Camping with dogs; epic backpacks; insider guides to lesser-trodden beauty spots: we give you the key to the kingdoms of our national parks.
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Latest news from The Great Outdoors
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10th March 2025
Trailblazer: Remembering Charlie Ramsay (1943-2025)
David Lintern remembers Charlie Ramsay, creator of Ramsay’s Round and a sportsperson who set records, but more importantly, who set an example.
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28th February 2025
Book review – Wainwrights Without a Car: A Year on the Lake District Fells
At a time when taking private cars into the Lakes is 'going to have to stop', this guide to the bottoms is essential reading.
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28th February 2025
Craft the perfect family walking holiday with Contours
What makes a great walk even better? Sharing it with the next generation.
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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17th March 2025
We pitted the best waterproof jackets for 2025 against the weather
Kirsty Pallas and Chris Townsend test ‘hardshell’ jackets when the weather gets heavy.
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3rd March 2025
We run down 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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12th March 2025
Our Equipment Editor spotlights the best head torches for hiking 2025
Chris Townsend tests the best head torches for mountain use.
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5th March 2025
We took the best GPS watches hiking – here’s the verdict
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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14th March 2025
Our testers stay out in the best cold weather sleeping bags 2025
Fiona Russell and Peter Macfarlane keep the cold at bay in these bags.
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11th March 2025
We get to the point testing the best crampons for winter hillwalking 2025
Four experts put the latest crampons through their paces and guide you to your perfect fit.
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16th March 2025
We get to grips with 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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13th March 2025
We asked a Highlands Ranger to test the best emergency kit for hiking 2025
Peter Macfarlane directs us to the kit you'll want in your pack should the worst happen.
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15th March 2025
We tested the best winter gloves 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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3rd March 2025
We put the best winter mountaineering boots through their paces
Our expert gear testers compare winter boots suitable for steeper, more technical ground.
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16th March 2025
We get to grips with 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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15th March 2025
We tested the best winter gloves 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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14th March 2025
Our testers stay out in the best cold weather sleeping bags 2025
Fiona Russell and Peter Macfarlane keep the cold at bay in these bags.
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13th March 2025
We asked a Highlands Ranger to test the best emergency kit for hiking 2025
Peter Macfarlane directs us to the kit you'll want in your pack should the worst happen.
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12th March 2025
Our Equipment Editor spotlights the best head torches for hiking 2025
Chris Townsend tests the best head torches for mountain use.
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11th March 2025
We get to the point testing the best crampons for winter hillwalking 2025
Four experts put the latest crampons through their paces and guide you to your perfect fit.
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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18th March 2025
Paramo Alta III jacket review
The Paramo Alta III Jacket isn’t a cheap jacket, but it’s one that will last for years without compromising on performance.
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17th March 2025
Rab Vapour-Rise Glove review
The Rab Vapour-Rise gloves have one big plus for long-distance hikers regularly using trekking poles.
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17th March 2025
Sea to Summit Ultralight review
This is a summer rated air mat that dispenses with the baffles found in many competitors. Find out more.
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17th March 2025
Exped R1 review
The Exped R1 may not hold up on high winter camps but there are plenty of pros to this comfy mat.
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14th March 2025
Exped Dura 5R review
The Dura 5R has quickly become a favourite for group camping trips, says David Lintern.
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7th March 2025
Tierra Vastra review
Chris Townsend highly recommends the Tierra Vastra waterproof jacket after rigorous testing in the Highlands. Find out why.
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7th March 2025
Salewa Ortles 3L GTX review
Chris Townsend recommends this waterproof unusually made from two different Gore-Text fabrics. Find out why.
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7th March 2025
Highlander Munro V2 Mountain review
Our Equipment Editor dubs this waterproof hardshell brilliant value for a quality garment.
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7th March 2025
Outdoor Research Foray 3L review
This jacket comes highly recommended by our Equipment Editor. Find out why.
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7th March 2025
Montane Cetus Lite review
Awarded Best in Test and his Greener Choice, Chris Townsend rates this new Montane jacket.
Outdoor skills
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27th February 2025
Find your outdoor tribe: how to meet like-minded hillfolk
What if your friends don’t enjoy walking? The solution, of course, is to get some new ones. Here's how to go about it.
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28th January 2025
QUIZ: Do you know how to avoid hypothermia?
Test your awareness with this 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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