Author: Paul Steele

Paul Steele is the founder and lead guide of BaldHiker. A veteran of the British Army, he channels his extensive experience in leadership, navigation, and outdoor safety into every adventure he creates. He started BaldHiker in 2010 to share his lifelong passion for the outdoors and now leads guided walks and wellbeing retreats across the UK and beyond. His mission is to help people discover the joy and restorative power of nature with confidence and a spirit of adventure.

The Dunnock: Why The ‘Boring’ Hedge Sparrow Has The Most Scandalous Life In The Garden
ByPaul Steele Updated6 January 2026

If you glance quickly at the shrubbery in your garden, you might miss him. He’s a small, streaky brown bird,…

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Caerlaverock Castle: A Journey into Scotland’s Unforgettable Triangular Fortress
ByPaul Steele Updated26 September 2025

There’s a certain magic to the back roads of Dumfries & Galloway. After leaving the town of Dumfries behind, the…

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Unveiling The Wonders of the Nuthatch
ByPaul Steele Updated20 December 2025

The nuthatch is a fascinating bird species found in the United Kingdom. It is known for its unique characteristics and…

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Gretna Green: The Ultimate Guide to Scotland’s Legendary Village of Romance
ByPaul Steele Updated18 September 2025

Situated just across the Anglo-Scottish border, where the River Sark marks the division between nations, lies the small village of…

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Mount Grace Priory – Britain’s Best Preserved Carthusian Priory
ByPaul Steele Updated31 August 2024

Mount Grace Priory in North Yorkshire, is a captivating historical site that offers a unique glimpse into England’s monastic past….

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The Bald Blue Tit
ByPaul Steele Updated20 December 2025

I was taking photos at the bird feeder when I noticed one of the recent young Blue Tits showing up…

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Grey Wagtail (Motacilla cinerea): The Ultimate UK Guide
ByPaul Steele Updated2 January 2026

A Flash of Lemon: My Encounter with the Riverside Dancer There are moments on a walk when the landscape offers…

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A Rydal Water Circular Walk – Reflections And Nature
ByPaul Steele Updated15 September 2025

Rydal Water, as far as the main bodies of water go within the English Lake District is one of the…

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The Old St Martin’s Church of Martindale
ByPaul Steele Updated27 February 2021

In a previous post I showed you a wonderful walk up Hallin Fell for stunning vistas over Ullswater. The road…

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Wanders and views at the Crook O’Lune
ByPaul Steele Updated12 September 2023

The Crook O’Lune, Caton, Lancashire, is a great spot for idyllic walks, tougher walks, picnics, dog walks, cycling or just…

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Rutter Force: An Eden Valley Beauty Spot, Cumbria
ByPaul Steele Updated15 October 2022

The Eden Valley, Cumbria is full of natural beauty. Away from the busy Lake district itself and set wonderfully beneath…

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Hallin Fell: walk to views over Ullswater and beyond
ByPaul Steele Updated3 September 2022

Hallin Fell is one of the easier and small climbs in the Lake District, at 388 metres (1,273 ft), but the views…

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