16th August 2022
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Gear Guides
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11th July 2022
Best backpacking and hiking meals reviewed
Food is usually the number one topic on any backpacker’s mind after a long day in the hills. Alex Roddie taste tests five dehydrated backpacking food meals for your next multi-day trip. Backpacking food is essential…
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29th June 2022
Best family tents for group hiking or holidays
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23rd June 2022
The best hiking backpacks for men
Hiking backpacks for day use will probably see more action than most of your kit. Park Ranger Peter Macfarlane takes us through the latest and greatest in the 15-35L range.
Reviews
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8th August 2022
Haglöfs ROC GTX Review
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8th August 2022
Mountain Hardware Exposure 2 Review
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8th August 2022
Berghaus Ridgemaster Review
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7th August 2022
Best waterproof jackets | 10 of the best reviewed
The best waterproof jackets to keep you dry when hillwalking and hiking. Very few of us would venture far in the UK without having the best waterproof jacket available to us tucked away in our…
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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…
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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.
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11th August 2022
How to use a map and compass for hiking | A beginners guide
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17th July 2022
How to go wild swimming safely
Lake District wild swimming guide Suzanna Cruickshank brings a no-nonsense approach to enjoying a safe dip in your favourite lake, loch, tarn or river. Main image: wild swimming in the Lake District. Photo: James Kirby…
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28th June 2022
Food you should be taking on your hikes and walks
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2nd December 2021
Beat bad weather with our January issue
Bad weather? Good times. The January edition of The Great Outdoors is all about embracing whatever the elements choose to throw at you.
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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…
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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…
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Latest Walks
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12th August 2022
Nantlle Ridge Route guide
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12th August 2022
Cadair Idris Route Guide
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12th August 2022
The Carneddau route guide
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12th August 2022
Y Glyderau route guide
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12th August 2022
Tryfan via the North Ridge Route Description
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11th August 2022
Snowdon Horseshoe
Here is the route description for the Snowdon Horseshoe trail. This is an exposed walk with some areas of grade 1 scrambling to be wary of. Prior scrambling experience is highly recommended.
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Latest Reviews
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8th August 2022
Alpkit Definition Review
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2nd August 2022
Mammut Perform Down Bag Review
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2nd August 2022
Robens Serac 600 Review
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2nd August 2022
Rab Women’s Ascent 700 Review
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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.
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9th February 2021
Land Rover Explore R Outdoor Phone: Full Review
The Land Rover Explore R is a rugged functional phone for outdoor use.
Latest News
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16th August 2022
Windermere is dying, and the government must act
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11th August 2022
How to use a map and compass for hiking | A beginners guide
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11th August 2022
How to get a job in the outdoors
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11th August 2022
FIVE ways to beat the cost of living crisis
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5th August 2022
Explore the glory of Snowdonia and more with our September issue
Scale the fairytale peak of Suilven, hike from a summit to the sea, go backpacking in the Colorado wilderness and flick through our 32-page Snowdonia special to uncover the secrets of Wales’ uplands – all…
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28th July 2022
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Latest Walks
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12th August 2022
Nantlle Ridge Route guide
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12th August 2022
Cadair Idris Route Guide
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12th August 2022
The Carneddau route guide
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12th August 2022
Y Glyderau route guide
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12th August 2022
Tryfan via the North Ridge Route Description
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11th August 2022
Snowdon Horseshoe
Here is the route description for the Snowdon Horseshoe trail. This is an exposed walk with some areas of grade 1 scrambling to be wary of. Prior scrambling experience is highly recommended.
