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Take A Hike: A How-To Guide

After reading this article you will be able to one step closer to bossing the world of hiking. We will be exploring the benefits, things beginners should be aware of and certain rules in the hiking world. When I say ‘we’, I’m not entirely equipped to give you the...

WATCH: City Dipping – Ponds Not Puddles

With deadlines at work, places to be, people to see: finding time to get out of the city seems to be scarce. But what if you didn’t even need to leave to escape. Just imagine discovering your own little oasis amidst the urban hustle. In nearly all cities there are...

Top 5 Hiking Trails Around Newcastle

Need some inspiration with what to do for your weekend? Fancy a hike to clear your head? We’ve got you covered, here are the five most idyllic hiking trails in the Newcastle area. 1. Hadrian's Wall Path Hiking Trail This trail whopping 84-mile National Trail follows...

Living my Vanlife Dream in Cornwall

After over a year after she began her Vanlife conversion, Thea is finally living her dream of living out her van, surfing and working in a local café. But it isn’t all as it seems.

The Rise of Endurance and Gravel Cycling: Exploring the Thrill of the Unpaved Path

In recent years, cycling has diversified beyond traditional road racing and mountain biking, giving rise to two particularly exciting disciplines: endurance cycling and gravel cycling. Both offer unique challenges and experiences, attracting a growing community of...

Hitting the gravel and exploring endurance with cyclist Simon Telford

Road cycling may still reign supreme, but two forms of the sport that began ‘underground’ have taken over and Simon Telford certainly has some tales from the track.  From the Dirty Reiver to the Frontier 300, events for gravel and endurance cycling have begun to...

Ten Waterfalls to go to in Wales

Wales is renowned nationally for its breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage, but it is also home to some of the most stunning waterfalls in the UK.

Taking the plunge: Cliff jumping – because life’s too short to stay on the edge

Cliff jumping is an extreme sport and not for the faint of heart; but why do people do it and is it really safe?

Top 5 Camping Spots Near Cardiff

Craving a change from the Cardiff cityscape? Lucky for you there is a bounty of camping spots within an hour of the Welsh capital. From stunning beaches to forest trails, we've got you covered with the top five places to pitch up near Cardiff. Rural Camping Spots 1....

Embracing Sobriety and succeeding outdoors – meet Lewis Smart

We spoke to Lewis Smart one of Britain's biggest ‘escape the city’ enthusiasts about his platform that promotes, sobriety, self-care and getting outdoors amidst the teetotal trend in young adults. Just one year ago Lewis Smart would have been propped up in a London...

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The Rise of Endurance and Gravel Cycling: Exploring the Thrill of the Unpaved Path

The Rise of Endurance and Gravel Cycling: Exploring the Thrill of the Unpaved Path

Hitting the gravel and exploring endurance with cyclist Simon Telford

Hitting the gravel and exploring endurance with cyclist Simon Telford

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