14th May 2021
How to get over your wild camping worries
Five hikers tell us how they confronted their first-time jitters and discovered the joys of sleeping in the wilds.
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13th May 2021
Leading a hiking group for Muslim women
Amira Patel is the founder of a walking group for Muslim women. She talks to us about hiking veiled, speaking up against prejudice, and stepping outside your comfort zone.
13th May 2021
The Cairngorms: 10 of the best walks
7th May 2021
Meet the man wild camping the Wainwrights
Russell Moorhouse is trying to 'sleep bag' the Wainwrights - by wild camping on the summit of all 214 fells. We caught up with him to find out how it’s going.
Gear Guides
30th April 2020
Dehydrated meals: three of the best reviewed
Alex Roddie tests out three tasty off-the-shelf meals for backpacking and multi-day walking.
2nd April 2021
Walking boots: 10 of the best reviewed
Judy Armstrong and David Lintern take a look at the best men’s and women’s three-season walking boots.
19th October 2020
Waterproof jackets: 11 of the best reviewed
We all need them for British hillwalking – even if we wish we didn’t! Our expert equipment editor Chris Townsend puts a range of the latest waterproof jackets suitable for year-round use to the test.
Reviews
6th May 2021
Black Diamond Highline Stretch Shell: Full Review
Chris Townsend is impressed by a waterproof jacket with a durable DWR treatment.
3rd May 2021
Klättermusen Brimer 24L Pack: Full Review
Chris Townsend likes this tough daypack made from recycled materials.
13th April 2021
Millican The Smith Roll Pack 25L: Full Review
Chris Townsend likes a tough daypack made from recycled fabric, with some interesting features.
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19th October 2020
Waterproof jackets: 11 of the best reviewed
We all need them for British hillwalking – even if we wish we didn’t! Our expert equipment editor Chris Townsend puts a range of the latest waterproof jackets suitable for year-round use to the test.
25th October 2019
Britain’s Mountain Black Spots
Where are you statistically most likely to have an accident in the British hills and mountains? Sarah Stirling talks to Mountain Rescue teams in Scotland, Wales and the Lake District to find out which accident ‘black spots’ they repeatedly return to – and why…
17th February 2020
Move for the mountains: Britain’s 7 best outdoor towns
Sick of having a long-distance relationship with the hills? Perhaps it’s time to move your life mountain-wards. Here’s our pick of some of Britain’s best places to live for the outdoors.
14th May 2021
How to get over your wild camping worries
Five hikers tell us how they confronted their first-time jitters and discovered the joys of sleeping in the wilds.
30th April 2021
How to eat well in the mountains
Good food helps you walk further, feel better and recover more quickly. Plas y Brenin instructor Iona Pawson explains the basics of nutrition in the mountains.
22nd April 2021
“Is is legal?” – beginner wild camping questions answered
From toilet fears to finding the right pitch, James Forrest gives his answers to the questions beginner wild campers ask us the most.
6th July 2020
A New Perspective: An Interview with Justine Ritchie, Abstract Mountain Photographer
Justine Ritchie’s abstract photography was the ‘In the Frame’ feature in the June issue of TGO. Here’s an extended version of Justine’s interview that dives deeper into her unique style and techniques. When it comes…
25th October 2019
Britain’s Top Ten Autumnal Woodland Walks
Woodland strolls are the perfect way to unwind at the best of times, but during the vibrant autumn months the bursts of orange and red really make them something special. Chiara Bullen shares her favourite…
4th October 2019
A Life in Mountain Rescue: Insights from John Allen
John Allen spent thirty years in the Cairngorm Mountain Rescue Team and shares the incredible tales and lessons learned in his book, Cairngorm John. Ahead of the book’s 10th anniversary edition (published by Sandstones Press in…
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Latest Walks
22nd January 2021
Mapped route: Sgor Iutharn and Geal-Charn via the Lancet Edge
Alex Roddie discovers a striking Alpine-style arête in the Ben Alder area
22nd January 2021
On the west side of Windermere: Latterbarrow
Serious weather doesn’t have to mean a day inside. Roger Butler follows plan B: a low-level walk with high-level views
20th March 2018
Mapped walk: along the Suffolk coast from Orford to Aldeburgh
In our April issue, Joly Braime takes us along a section of the England Coast Path. Here's a walk inspired by another section that's well worth doing
5th December 2017
Digital feature with mapped route: Sgor Iutharn and Geal-Charn via the Lancet Edge
Alex Roddie discovers a striking Alpine-style arête in the Ben Alder area
15th November 2017
Mapped walk: Great Whernside from Coverdale
Alex Roddie takes a fresh approach to Great Whernside
30th October 2017
Digital feature with mapped route: Footprints over Ingleborough
Even the most familiar hills always have something new to offer, as Alex Roddie discovers while walking and camping in the Dales
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Latest Reviews
15th February 2021
The North Face Summit Series L3 50/50 Hooded Down Jacket: Full Review
Chris Townsend is impressed by the innovative approach The North Face have taken to this very breathable down jacket.
9th February 2021
Land Rover Explore R Outdoor Phone: Full Review
The Land Rover Explore R is a rugged functional phone for outdoor use.
27th January 2021
Jetboil Stash Stove System: First Look Review
Chris Townsend is impressed by the new offering from Jetboil – the company’s lightest stove system so far.
18th January 2021
Inov-8 Roclite Pro G 400 Gore-Tex Boots: Full Review
Chris Townsend tests the latest hiking boots from Inov-8 and finds them comfortable, supportive and lightweight.
11th January 2021
Patagonia R1 Air Full-Zip Hoody: Full Review
Chris Townsend is impressed with Patagonia’s new twist on one of their classic fleeces – describing it as “one of the best fleeces I’ve ever worn”
24th November 2020
Salewa Raven 3 Ws GTX review
As part of of The Great Outdoors magazine’s February 2021 review of winter mountaineering boots, Lucy Wallace reviews the Salewa Raven 3 Ws GTX
Latest News
14th May 2021
How to get over your wild camping worries
Five hikers tell us how they confronted their first-time jitters and discovered the joys of sleeping in the wilds.
13th May 2021
Leading a hiking group for Muslim women
Amira Patel is the founder of a walking group for Muslim women. She talks to us about hiking veiled, speaking up against prejudice, and stepping outside your comfort zone.
13th May 2021
The Cairngorms: 10 of the best walks
7th May 2021
Meet the man wild camping the Wainwrights
Russell Moorhouse is trying to 'sleep bag' the Wainwrights - by wild camping on the summit of all 214 fells. We caught up with him to find out how it’s going.
30th April 2021
How to eat well in the mountains
Good food helps you walk further, feel better and recover more quickly. Plas y Brenin instructor Iona Pawson explains the basics of nutrition in the mountains.
29th April 2021
Call for walkers and climbers to take part in new survey
Some of the UK’s leading outdoor organisations are looking to make their work more inclusive, and are calling on walkers and climbers to complete a new survey to help.
Latest Walks
22nd January 2021
On the west side of Windermere: Latterbarrow
Serious weather doesn’t have to mean a day inside. Roger Butler follows plan B: a low-level walk with high-level views
20th March 2018
Mapped walk: along the Suffolk coast from Orford to Aldeburgh
In our April issue, Joly Braime takes us along a section of the England Coast Path. Here's a walk inspired by another section that's well worth doing
1st December 2016
Route: Derwentwater hilltop circular, Lake District
a high route around Derwentwater from Keswick, climbing Catbells and Walla Crag along the way and visiting Ashness Bridge
1st December 2016
Route Skiddaw, Lake District
Walk from Keswick to the summit of Skiddaw via Glenderaterra Beck
1st December 2016
Route: Grwyne Fawr, The Black Mountains
In search of a curious little shelter in the depths of the Black Mountains of Wales
1st December 2016
Route: The Surrey Three Peaks
You’ve got to work a little to find green hills of any substance around London, but they are there. And less than an hour’s train ride from Waterloo station, as Will Renwick found out
