Expert Advice And Inspiration

Outsmarting rush hour traffic, avoiding public transport, getting healthy, saving money…the perks of run commuting are pretty much endless, but getting started is a pretty scary thought. So we thought we’d make it easy for you – here’s our ultimate guide to getting your run commute underway and never looking back. You’re welcome.

Love it or loathe it, nailing your packing is the first step to a stress-free trip, so here are some expert tips to get you started – and, of course, some gear too.

Ready to head into the wilderness and prove your survival skills with everything you need on your back? Not so fast. Take a look at these tips to prepare yourself properly, and as soon as you’ve checked them all off, you’re free to head out there. Promise. 

We don’t need to tell you how important a good, well-fitting rucksack is. But packing it right is just as important – because nothing ruins a multi-day adventure like an aching back or strained shoulder. Here are some insider tips from the experts who’ve been there and done it, on what to pack and how.

This summer, like them all, is about escaping. Except this year, escaping far away isn’t as easy as usual – which is why we’re skipping the unknowns of venturing overseas and seeking out the very best beach paradises right here on our home island. 

Finding the right footwear is just as important for low-level activity as it is for climbing mountains and hitting the slopes, but lucky for you, we know what you need. Here are our best approach shoes for 2020.

Beach season has arrived – but it doesn’t have to be all about far-flung destinations and private islands. We live on our own island, after all, and that means no shortage of rugged coastlines to explore. With the tourist-favourite beaches looking to be overrun this summer, here are our favourite spots for sand and sea, without the crowds.

There’s no denying that our oceans – like many of our wild playgrounds – need our help and protection, especially if we want to take to the waves and soak up the sun for years to come. Luckily you can do all that and still do your bit to protect the planet, with a few insider tips on how to make a difference. Guilt-free beach day? Sign us up.

If you’re looking for somewhere to go for a climbing holiday in the UK this summer, look no further. There are few who know more about climbing than the BMC, especially in the UK, so check out their top 10 best UK sport climbing destinations and start planning a summer on the wall. 

From wellness and yoga to full-on adventure, here are some of the best fitness staycations the UK has to offer.

If you’re anything like us, your summer is usually jam-packed with adventure, taking you all over the world to experience new things and do what you love best. This summer might look a little different, but there’s still plenty to keep you busy here in the UK. 

Thanks to the easing of government restrictions, this summer is all about the staycation. And while many will be flocking to campsites and cottages, we like to do things a little differently. Sometimes, you need a little luxury (or more than a little), and we think coming out of lockdown is the perfect reason to stay somewhere special. 

Campsites are reopening across the UK – but we’re not ready to give up the solo lifestyle just yet. We’re taking the opportunity to get a taste of the wild life, even if we can’t head as off-grid as we’d like right now. These campsites promise to offer the best of both: wild enough to avoid the crowds, organised enough to dodge the sometimes-confusing laws around camping in open space. Walk on the wild side – and camp there, too.