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About

Alex has been a hillwalker, mountaineer, and backpacker since 2003, cutting his teeth winter climbing while working as a barman in the famous Clachaig Inn in Glen Coe, before backpacking extensively throughout Britain and Europe. He’s the author of several books and an editor, writer, and photographer across outdoor media. He’s been part of the review team for The Great Outdoors since 2016, and is based in Scotland.

8th November 2017

Stacked in favour of developers: Scots feel they have been left out of the planning system

NTS-commissioned survey reveals flaws in planning system, with little emphasis on environment or sustainability – and a bias in favour of development

by Alex Roddie
8th November 2017

11 tips for getting into mountaineering in winter

With the nights getting longer, it’s time to think about extending your adventures and getting into winter mountaineering. Here’s how

by Alex Roddie
7th November 2017

Blogger Network featured post: How to get your kids outdoors by Thomas Smallwood

Today on the Blogger Network, the Armchair Mountaineer tackles a subject foremost on the minds of many outdoor parents – how to get their kids outdoors

by Alex Roddie
7th November 2017

Digital feature: Running the OMM, the UK's toughest adventure race, on its 50th anniversary

Punishing climbs, 60mph gusts, soggy underpants and camping in a bog – Robert Wight takes on the unique charms of the OMM

by Alex Roddie
6th November 2017

Outdoor enthusiasts asked to help shape the future of access

On the 800th anniversary of the Charter of the Forest, the Ramblers is launching a national debate on the future of access for the next 800 years

by Alex Roddie
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6th November 2017

Gear News: Fjällräven announces new store in Manchester, opening this month

'The Arctic Fox' arrives in Manchester with a new Fjällräven store, opening at the end of November

by Alex Roddie
6th November 2017

New project aims to enhance and protect upland commons

A new partnership to support the upland commons is in line for a £2.3m grant – but will it help promote environmental recovery?

by Alex Roddie
3rd November 2017

Exclusive book extract: The Blackbird Diaries by Karen Lloyd

Launching at the Kendal Mountain Festival, this new book is a personal exploration of the wildlife in and beyond one Cumbrian garden

by Alex Roddie
2nd November 2017

Ed Byrne tries… landscape photography

Outdoor Ed tussles with F-stops and grad filters as Chiz Dakin takes him through the basics of landscape photography

by Alex Roddie
2nd November 2017

Top prize announced for 2017 Kendal Mountain Photography Competition

This November, the Kendal Mountain Photography Competition will give photographers the chance to share their vision of mountain landscapes, adventure pursuits, people and places

by Alex Roddie
2nd November 2017

Events news: Snowdonia Slate Trail opens Friday 10 November

The Snowdonia Slate Trail, a new 84-mile walking route, opens on Friday 10 November at Neuadd Ogwen, Bethesda

by Alex Roddie
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