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I can’t believe it, Outdoor Chics has been nominated to win GO Outdoors’ Outdoor Blog of the year again — and I have you wonderful readers to thank for that! Last year I was super chuffed to see I...
View ArticleKate: our new Outdoor Chic (Part 1)
Exciting news all — the Outdoor Chics team is growing and I’m ridiculously excited to have documentary filmmaker and adventurer extraordinaire, Kate Williams, joining me as a regular writer! You may...
View ArticleKate: our new Outdoor Chic (Part 2)
Last week I introduced documentary filmmaker, Kate Williams, as the newest member of our Outdoor Chics team, but there was far too much interesting content to put into just one blog. So here’s part...
View ArticleClimbing in the Peaks: A first time guide
It was the day after Boxing Day, that weird ‘Bermuda Triangle’ of time between Christmas and New Year, where you can’t remember what day it is and it’s still acceptable to be in your pyjamas at three...
View ArticleIntroductory adventure gear from Columbia
If you’re new to the outdoor scene and you’re a little daunted looking at the plethora of outdoor gear to kit you out for your first adventure, then I have a suggestion for you. It can take hours...
View Article5 top tips for camping in the rain
Camping in freezing snow or dry heat brings about unique challenges, some more challenging than others. But these camping conditions can become quite the memorable experience, albeit with the right...
View ArticleIn photos: A wander through Fontainebleau
With spring on its way, you’re probably starting to plan some fun adventures, so I thought I’d inspire you with some photos from our microadventure in the bouldering paradise that is Fontainebleau....
View ArticleAdventure weekend escapes in the Forest of Dean
© David Broadbent Calling all stifled city dwellers — it’s time to shake off the week and swap that concrete jungle for a real forest, that heaving sidewalk for a piece of blazing off-road trail. Are...
View ArticleCake-inspired routes to get you into cycling
Like cake? Like cycling, but not really sure how to get into it? Then you’re going to love what they’re doing up in Yorkshire. It might be a British love affair, but men are still four times more...
View ArticleMuddy mountain biking in Dalby Forest
“Just remember to keep your weight central and push the bike forwards,” were Mike’s last words of wisdom before we set off down the winding trail that disappeared into the woods. I tried to look cool...
View Article5 books to inspire your inner adventurer
Everyone loves a good book — especially if it inspires you to get your adventure on! One of my personal favourites has long been Alistair Humphreys‘ Microadventures: Local Discoveries for Great...
View ArticleHiking and sleeping in the German Alps
The day had finally arrived. It had finally arrived. We were going to hike up into the Alps today — eeeeeeeeek! This is something I’ve dreamt of doing for so many years, I’ve lost count. Tom and I...
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