19th December 2024
Broaden horizons with our February issue
This jam-packed issue of The Great Outdoors is designed to broaden horizons and encourage you to go out and find your new perspective in 2025.
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Latest news from The Great Outdoors
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18th December 2024
Protected: Discover your next off-the-beaten-track destination at The Adventure Travel Show
The Adventure Travel Show is returning for its 25th edition to showcase inspiring journeys and off-the-beaten-track experiences.
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9th December 2024
Creator of the Month: Discover ‘hiraeth’ with filmmaker Emma Crome
Discover the true meaning of ‘hiraeth’ with adventure films crafted by Emma Crome, Creative Director at Coldhouse Collective.
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4th December 2024
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.
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 backpacking tents 2025
Leading backpacking expert Chris Townsend puts tents to the test, featuring the latest from MSR, Hilleberg, Vaude, Robens and more.
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12th December 2024
The best hiking boots 2025
Our expert gear team take a look at the best men’s and women’s three-season walking boots.
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12th December 2024
The best insulated jackets 2025
Insulated jackets stay warm when wet, making them perfect for winter use – particularly in temperate climates.
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12th December 2024
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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12th December 2024
The best camping stoves 2025
David Lintern and Chris Townsend test models for backpacking, base camping plus new stove innovations.
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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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12th December 2024
The best 2 person tents for backpacking 2025
We tested the best on the markets during challenging winter summit sleeps in the full spectrum of weather, including blizzards.
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12th December 2024
The best insulated jackets 2025
Insulated jackets stay warm when wet, making them perfect for winter use – particularly in temperate climates.
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12th December 2024
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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12th December 2024
The best cold weather sleeping bags 2025
Mountain Instructor Kirsty Pallas and wildlife photographer James Roddie keep the cold at bay with the best bags made for winter.
Route guides and walks
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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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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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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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31st October 2023
13 of Britain’s most spooky walks for Halloween season
History buffs and storytellers know our sometimes horrifying human history can haunt our hills. Our experts visit these spiritual and sometimes profoundly moving places.
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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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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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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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11th March 2024
The Dodds Round: route guide
Often dismissed as boring and grassy, this secret route up the little-known Fisher’s Wife’s Rake path brings out the best of eastern Dodds, says James Forrest.
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28th February 2024
The Gatesgarth Round: route guide
Vivienne Crow joins the tops together for a western round which won't appear on the usual lists: The Gatesgarth Round.
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28th February 2024
The Fusedale Round: route guide
The best ridge walk in Ullswater? It doesn’t have iconic status, but the Fusedale Round is a brilliant high-level loop, says James Forrest.
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Reviews from team TGO
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9th December 2024
Maier Sports Lulaka trousers review
Steph Wetherell tries a pair of trousers that’s perfect for plus size bodies.
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24th November 2024
Nitecore HC65 UHE review
With a bright light and long beam, our Equipment Editor delivers his verdict on the Nitecore.
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12th November 2024
Biolite Head Torch 425 review
Our Equipment Editor recommends the Biolite on walks when you know you won't be out for long.
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12th November 2024
Lifesystems Intensity 300 review
This is great value for money - but it's not a head torch for use in harsh conditions.
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12th November 2024
Ledlenser HF8R Core review
Chris Townsend judges some features excellent but would like to them in a smaller, lighter headlamp.
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12th November 2024
Ledlenser HF6R Core review
This lamp boasts an excellent control wheel but, overall, is let down by a charging feature.
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12th November 2024
Princeton Tec Remix review
Our Equipment Editor gives his verdict on the most budget-friendly option in tests.
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12th November 2024
Petzl Swift RL review
Find out the verdict on this world-first head torch with updated 'reactive lighting'.
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12th November 2024
Black Diamond Storm 500-R review
This torch comes highly recommended by our Equipment Editor. Find out why.
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12th November 2024
Petzl Iko Core review
Find out why our Equipment Editor gave this lamp his highest praise after testing.
Outdoor skills
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4th December 2024
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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24th November 2024
Learn from my multi-day hiking mistakes to perfect your first big trek
Ingrina Shieh, London National Park City Ranger and Slow Ways Wayfarer shows you how to prepare for a long walk.
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3rd November 2024
Backcountry skiing in Scotland: a beginner’s guide
Emma Holgate introduces you to the underrated yet thrilling efficiency of backcountry skiing in Scotland.
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