Hiking in the UK is a journey through some of the most stunning and varied landscapes in the world. Whether you’re drawn to the rugged mountains of Scotland, the rolling hills of the Cotswolds, or the dramatic coastlines of Cornwall, the UK offers an unparalleled outdoor experience. In this guide there are short, relatively easy walks, to multi-day hikes stretching over multiple days. Whether you're looking for coastal paths, mountain hikes, or scenic countryside rambles, there's a walk for everyone.

This guide covers 50 of the world's top hiking destinations, from iconic trails to hidden gems. Spanning 7 continents, and other remote destinations, each one offers its own unique scenery, challenges, and experiences.

In my guide to Snowdonia National Park, I’ll tell you everything you need to know, and also about what happened when i took on a marathon ‘Mighty Hike’ (42km), followed by hiking up Mt. Snowdon.

From the creators of Walking Post, this long distance trail stretches 34 miles / 55 km from Cockfosters in the far north of London all the way to Carshalton in the south. It traverses the capital, connecting footpaths, waterways, woods and other green spaces.

Using the right lacing technique when hiking can make a significant difference in your comfort and stability on the trail. Here are some of the most effective lacing techniques for hiking, along with a detailed explanation of each technique and its benefits.

From the mighty Scafell Pike and Helvellyn, to family favourites Catbells and Buttermere, my guide to Top 10 Lake district Hikes of 2024 delves into what makes them such a popular draw for walkers of all abilities.

In my Ultimate Guide to trekking to Everest Base Camp (Part 1 & 2) I’ll cover everything you need to know, and how this epic adventure to the roof of the world is an experience of a lifetime that will challenge you, and reward you with lasting memories.

In Part 2 of my Guide to the Everest Base Camp trek, I’m going to give you a full and personal account of day to day life trekking to Everest Base Camp, and Gokyo Lakes, with extensive extracts from my diary.

Your guide to the Top 10 Hiking Gear Essentials, that every hiker should have before embarking out on the trail

New to Hiking? Not sure where to start? In my Comprehensive Guide to Hiking, there’s lots of advice, top tips, resources and actions to get you well on your way

Leave No Trace (LNT) is a set of ethical principles that guides us all to help minimise our impact on the environment whilst hiking, camping, and exploring nature. These principles are not only about protecting our natural world, but also about ensuring that our future generations are able to enjoy the same unspoilt, pristine wilderness as we do today.