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Doing the Dochartys - The Hill List You've Probably Never Heard Of

After an early completion of the Munros in 1948 Willie Docharty was at a loss for a list, so he made one of his own. Eventually numbering 1953 summits across the British Isles, it's a huge challenge, and one that few will ever complete. Iain Thow looks at the unsung achievements of a walker who ought to be much better known.
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NEWS: Lorraine McCall Starts Grahams Round

Lorraine McCall began her attempt today at a continuous, self-powered round of the Grahams, a four-month tour of upland Scotland combining walking and bikepacking. If...
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REVIEW: Montane Fury Lite Hoody

Montane's Fury Lite Hooded Fleece Jacket is designed to offer warmth, durability and freedom of movement while being lightweight. It is constructed with recycled brushed...
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Arc'teryx Climb Academy returns to the Lake District: May 25th – 27th

Tickets are on sale now for this year's Arc'teryx Climb Academy - Lake District (May 25th – 27th) in the Langdale Valley.

The Arc'teryx Climb Academy Lake District is an epic 3-day event in the Langdale Valley where climbers and outdoor lovers of all abilities can immerse themselves in the UK climbing culture and take their climbing and outdoor knowledge to the next level. The weekend features a range of educational clinics and community activities which are led by IFMGA Guides and world-class athletes.

From Bouldering for Beginners to Rescue Techniques, Multi-pitch Rock Climbing and fine-tuning your Lead Climbing, the clinic programme features a wide range of climbing activities spanning trad, sport, and bouldering. Wild swimming, hiking and camping clinics are also on offer.

The weekend will also have a daily program filled with free activities and experiences centred at the event Base Camp by the Sticklebarn Pub. This will include films, athlete talks, live music and more.

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ROUTECARD: Cwm Rheidol from Devil's Bridge

It may not visit any summits, but this wiggly circuit around the middle reaches of Cwm Rheidol has plenty of hills. With moss-carpeted oak woods, surprising river gorges and...

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Birthday cake for climber
Joanne Tearle

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