20th July
The Cobbler and Beinn Narnain are generally climbed from the more spectacular Arrochar side, but a start in Glen Croe is a nice alternative. Combining them with neighbouring Beinn Ime and Beinn Luibhean makes for a logical and longer round, and might miss some of the crowds too. And if you're cou...
On Saturday 6th July Es Tresidder set a new record for the Ramsay Round, the classic 58 mile challenge taking in 24 west highland peaks. We contacted him to find out how the day went...
This weekend, Es Tresidder set a new record on the Ramsay Round. The Lochaber-based runner, one time record holder for the Cuillin Ridge, ran the 58 mile route over 24 summits in a time of 16 hours...
Today, ultra-runner Paul Tierney completed a record breaking round of all 214 of Alfred Wainwright's Lake District peaks, in an astonishing time of 6 days, 6 hours & 5 minutes.
Conservation charity Friends of the Lake District has asked government agency Natural England to consider extending the southern boundary of the Lake District National Park. The proposal would bring in an extra 155km2, expanding the...
Video 'route description' for the Ring of Steall, one of the most iconic mountain routes in Scotland. It includes four Munros: An Gearanach, Stob Choire a Chairn, Am Bodach and over the Devils Ridge to Sgurr a'Mhaim...
David Lintern has written the first complete guide to Britain's 24-hour mountain challenges. Here he shares a few photos that didn't make the final cut, a...
Natalie Berry reviews Vertebrate Publishing's new English edition of Roger Frison-Roche's classic Premier de Cordée, but gets a bit distracted en route by his remarkable life...
The Cuillin Munros are a challenge for many walkers, and undoubtedly the main obstacle in the way of any dog owners looking to make a canine completion. Most will probably leave their pet behind - but recently a springer spaniel ticked them all.
"Mountain walking is free therapy and, as far as I'm concerned, the best therapy" says Sarah Jane Douglas, author of a new book Just Another Mountain.
In mid June ultra-runner Paul Tierney completed a record breaking round of all 214 of Alfred Wainwright's Lake District peaks, in an astonishing time of 6 days, 6 hours and 5 minutes. How on Earth did he do it? Fiona Russell catches up with him to...
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Rob Greenwood gets out his hairdryer (yes, really) to test the Keb, an adaptable, durable and ecologically friendly softshell jacket from Fjallraven.
The Veloce GTX from Dolomite is aimed at mid-altitude summer mountaineering, via ferrata and approaches over hard terrain. It has an interesting upper construction, a stiff sole, a low-cut profile, and it's incredibly light. After 12 months of use, Alan James gives his...
Through winter and spring on the Scottish hills, John McKenna puts this softshell jacket and trouser combo to the test.
Discover history and myth on easy walks in the mountains of North Wales. Enjoy a weekend of walking in the heart of Snowdonia guided by Alex Kendall, author of the Cicerone guidebook to Snowdonia: Low-level and easy walks.
This is tough love. The Oriel Legging is tough enough for rock climbing and comfortable for everyday use. Constructed with a highly abrasion resistant stretch interlock of nylon and elastane, this legging can withstand rigorous climbing. The...
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Anatom have launched a new, fresh website, and to celebrate they are giving away 10 pairs of walking poles!
A new Cicerone guidebook describing mountain walks in the Galloway Hills of southern Scotland, covering Trool, Minnoch, Doon and Talnotry. Offering solitude and rugged natural beauty, this rocky, heathery wilderness...
As part of their Ultralight series this summer, Therm-a-Rest® introduces the new ProLite™ Apex™ Mattress. With the best warmth-to-weight ratio in the self-inflating category, the ProLite Apex...
This new post aims to develop and extend the BMC's range of partnerships, increase our reach and influence and promote the social, health and well-being benefits of our activities. The post holder will work closely with existing BMC Officers (covering...
Ultralight Outdoor Gear is growing fast and we need help. We are looking for new and enthusiastic members of staff across the business. We have new positions to fill in Purchasing, Web Administration and a new Retail Environment, mainly full time but part...
Through collaboration with some of the world's best climbers and alpinists, Mountain Equipment has been creating the finest mountain clothing and...