Archive for winter walking
Paul Stancliffe: Spring birds
Thursday, March 8th, 2012
Paul Stancliffe, press officer for the British Trust for Ornithology, on ornithological attractions to look for while walking this spring…
Chris Hatherill: Snow problem!
Monday, February 20th, 2012
Armed with little more than Swiss Army knives, Snickers bars and a reckless disregard for the elements we’d set out to practise building makeshift shelters from branches and snow…
Share the joy of walking this holiday season!
Wednesday, December 21st, 2011
The few precious days left before Christmas can only mean one thing – the annual Ramblers Festival of Winter Walks is nearly upon us! This year’s celebration aims to get the nation on its feet and out enjoying the country’s urban routes, countryside trails and forest footpaths over the holidays…
Paul Stancliffe: Winter birds
Wednesday, November 23rd, 2011
Finding motivation to get out and about on the short, cold and often grey winter days can be difficult, but the winter months are one of the best times of the year to experience some truly spectacular wildlife events…
Waterproof jackets buyer’s guide
Tuesday, February 15th, 2011
There are loads of specialist jackets out there, tailored for every kind of weather and activity. But is there a general all-rounder that will do the job on all but the most extreme British walks? Minnie Burlton and Paul McCarty take a look…
Winter walks on the waterways
Wednesday, February 9th, 2011
With half the population living within five miles of a canal or river, British Waterways has highlighted a series of suggested winter walks…
Reach for the skis!
Wednesday, August 25th, 2010
Walking in the snow can be a trudge so Anna Maria Espsäter swaps her boots for skis and snowshoes and discovers Ramblers Worldwide Holidays tours with a difference…
Snowy shots
Friday, January 8th, 2010
With the snow falling, now’s the perfect time to send us your photos for a chance to win a Nikon D5000 digital SLR camera kit worth £689.99!
Insulated jackets buyer’s guide
Friday, November 27th, 2009
If you’re heading for the hills, a lightweight, packable insulated jacket that gives almost instant warmth when you stop for a break, reach the summit or potter around base camp is an invaluable piece of kit…