Books by inspiring female writers and adventurers to offer some escapism during the Coronavirus lockdown.
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Some advice on how you can get outdoors but also be considerate and respectful of government guidelines; including; when you should go, how you should go about your activity, where is ok to head, and what activities you can take part in.
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In February, my trails walked were in the Peak District and the Lake District including a lovely 2 mile woodland ramble and a 10 mile snowy ridge with vast and spectacular views!
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Some reflections from a recent trip sport climbing in Chulilla, where I really was able to start pushing my grade and getting over my fears of falling.
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Advice on what I wear for hillwalking, including information on layering, brands and sustainability, how to stay warm and dry, and what gear I’d recommend!
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A new series where I write about all the walks I have done each month, inspiring you to get out hiking yourself and giving you some great route ideas for the Peak District and beyond! This month involved mostly dog-walks in the Peak District. We enjoyed a couple of rambles up Derwent Edge, a hike along White Edge, Curbar & Froggatt, a stomp up Win Hill with a good friend, and a long 12-mile hike over Alport Castles and to Back Tor, along with a few more.
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Thoughts to end a difficult year, and lessons moving into a New Year. In this blogpost, I talk honestly and openly about things I am still struggling with, and what I want to develop in myself and my life in 2020.
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I decided to head onto Kinder Scout in the Peak District for my first wild camp of the year. The temperatures went down to around -4 degrees celsius in the night but it was great to be outside.
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A weekend of swimming, hiking, camping and bouldering in the Lake District with my beautiful friend Heather. The perfect chance to reground ourselves in the Lakeland Fells, captured with photos, words and a video.
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Photos and videos from a week roadtripping around Devon and Cornwall, chasing dry rock and waves.
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A glorious weekend of sunset hiking, waterfall swimming and rainy day cosying in Hemsedal, Norway.
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Lessons learned from a weekend on Arran. The importance of slowing down, taking time to be and saying ’no’ sometimes.
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A review of the ACAI Outdoor Trousers, focusing on their fit and performance for hiking and scrambling. Testing them out on the Isle of Arran on a 9 mile hike and reviewing their water resistance, durability, stretch and breathability.
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A video from a week spent roaming the Peak District in our van; trad climbing, wild swimming, and appreciating the beautiful landscape of our local National Park.
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Originally written for George Fisher, in this blog I talk about my experiences of learning to lead trad climbing in North Wales with mountain guide, Tim Harrop.
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My experiences climbing Gran Paradiso 4061m, my first 4000m Alpine peak! What I learned from the mountain, a video of my adventure, and some of my favourite gear enroute.
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A beautiful and relaxing stay amongst the exceptional nature of Le Moulin de Pensol, in the Limousin area of France. The perfect way to feel connected to nature and experience a rich and biodiverse natural world.
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Photography and a video from a stunning hike and wild camp to Trolltunga, while roadtripping around Norway in May. Stormy skies followed our journey, and nature astounded us with her beauty and contrasts.
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