Stargazing and Photos at Low and High Force, Durham
The Durham Dales, packed full of dark sky locations. A perfect part of the country for stargazing and/or taking great…
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Gorilla Trekking In Uganda – An Experience Of A Lifetime
I was heading to one of the very few places in the world where mountain gorillas survive in the wild….
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The Ultimate Post-Hike Pizza Feast: Easy Homemade Carb Recovery
There is a very specific type of exhaustion that settles into your bones after a brutal, wind-swept day out on…
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Autumn Trail Warmers: Fiery Ginger Loaf Cake
Stepping out into the crisp, damp air of an autumn morning or returning to a cold campsite as the light…
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Among The Sand Martins of the River Ouse, York
Not far from the centre of York, along the river, you can walk amongst the Sand Martins in their masses….
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The Seals of Seal Sands, Teesside
A surprising gem of a wildlife oasis, Seal Sands. The mouth of the River Tees with a backdrop of heavy…
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The Iconic Rucksack Pastry: Homemade Deep-Filled Savoury Slices
Every British walker knows the classic morning routine: pulling up to a small village bakery on the edge of the…
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Secrets Of The Blue Satin Bowerbird
Every morning I see the same little bird busy around the branches across from my window. Wondering about the commotion,…
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Traditional Post-Hike Farmhouse Stew: Mum’s Chicken and Bacon Recipe
There is an incredible sense of comfort that comes when you finish a long, wet walk across the hills, step…
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The Hiker’s Banana Bread: Moist, Durable & Anti-Cramp Fuel
We have all made the rookie mistake of packing a fresh banana for a long hike. It starts the day…
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Bird Garden Visitors of New South Wales, Australia
Here at Canyonleigh in the New South Wales Southern Highlands, we are lucky to be situated within the Greater Eastern…
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A Classic Post-Hike Sunday Roast: Pork with Perfect Crackling
There is an unwritten law in British outdoor culture: the tougher the walk, the grander the Sunday roast. When you’ve…
