The walking blog

Everything you need to get started including tips and advice, event guides, first time guides, walking for charity and more.

Walking blog posts

Tips and advice, event guides, first time guides, walking for charity and more.

Do something Mighty for Macmillan
  • 10 mins read
Event guide

Do something Mighty for Macmillan

Choose from 12 stunning locations across UK and join 35,000 fellow hikers to raise life-changing funds for people living with cancer.

Your complete guide to the Big Hike experience
  • 10 mins read
Event guide

Your complete guide to the Big Hike experience

If you love walking, taking in spectacular scenery and want to help fund life-saving science, Cancer Research UK's Big Hike adventure is for you!

What is the best route to climb Kilimanjaro?
  • 5 mins read
Adventure guide

What is the best route to climb Kilimanjaro?

The route you pick for your Kilimanjaro trek will help to determine the experience that you enjoy, from comfortable dorms to wild camping!

4 epic hikes to challenge yourself in spring and summer
  • 5 mins read
Best events

4 epic hikes to challenge yourself in spring and summer

Make the most of the sunshine with these hikes atop the mountains and coastlines of the UK, all supporting fantastic charity causes.

8 essentials you need in your hiking bag
  • 10 mins read
Kit list

8 essentials you need in your hiking bag

Whether you're heading into the great outdoors for a few hours or a few days, these are the essentials you need to guarantee staying safe and having the best experience.

Your guide to the National Three Peaks Challenge
  • 15 mins read
Adventure guide

Your guide to the National Three Peaks Challenge

Take on this iconic challenge and make unforgettable memories on the UK's highest mountains!

7 incredible coastal walks in the UK
  • 8 mins read
Best events

7 incredible coastal walks in the UK

Discover some of the best coastal walks in the UK, from the wild shores of Arran to the rolling hills of the South Downs.

4 steps to wellbeing
Sleep well

A good night's sleep is an essential foundation for a healthy lifestyle, effective training and weight control.

Train slow

Low-intensity training is easier for you, reduces the risk of injury and helps builds an efficient aerobic system.

Eat natural

Cut out sugar & junk food, reduce carbs, eat natural foods and train your body to burn fat for fuel.

Get outdoors

Fresh air, natural light and reconnecting with nature all help to improve mental and physical wellbeing.