12th October 2021
10 walks for making the most of autumn
Whether you're looking for mellow colours, migrating wildlife or atmospheric weather, we round up some of Britain's best autumnal hikes.
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The Great Outdoors
11th October 2021
Autumn colour and cloud inversions: our November issue is here!
Cloud inversions, spectacular fiery colours and fantastic wildlife encounters - the November issue of The Great Outdoors has arrived to inspire your seasonal meanderings.
4th October 2021
Nominations are open for The Great Outdoors Awards 2021!
Nominations are open for our 10th annual Reader Awards - let us know your outdoor favourites, and check out our new categories this year!
3rd October 2021
The Great Outdoors Gear of the Year Awards 2021: shortlists announced!
Check out the innovative outdoor kit and boundary-pushing brands that made The Great Outdoors Gear of the Year Awards shortlists for 2021.
28th September 2021
Fleeces and mid-layers: 10 of the best reviewed
Fleeces and mid-layers come in a huge variety of styles. David Lintern and Lucy Wallace put some of the best to the test.
23rd September 2021
Why I took a long walk in response to violence against women
Why does walking alone as a woman still feel defiant and political? Lucy Thraves looks back on a 24 hour solo hike she took in response to the murder of Sarah Everard.
31st August 2021
The climate crisis: “We will be judged on our actions”
In the run-up to COP26, Hanna Lindon tracks down climbers, hillwalkers and mountaineers with unique perspectives on climate change.
20th August 2021
The gear I used for a remote two-day backpack in Snowdonia
Snowdonia’s Rhinogydd Traverse is one of the wildest and most challenging multi-day hikes in Wales. James Forrest takes us through the kit he used.
18th August 2021
How to keep your kids comfy in the wild
Keeping kids happy while giving them a dose of outdoor magic isn't always easy. David Lintern takes us through his top tips...
17th August 2021
Take a look inside our September issue…
Escape the crowds in Snowdonia's wild west, go 'bumbagging' in the Lakes, or take the kids bothying. Our September will inspire you to make the most of summer's swansong.
12th August 2021
Never walk alone: why there’s a hiking group for everyone
Walking groups today are more diverse and inclusive than ever. We ask members from four very different clubs to share their experiences.
