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24th September

The Big Routes: Ossian's Magnificent Seven

With only a raven for company, Dan Bailey enjoys a wild seven-Munro circuit of Ben Alder, Geal-Charn and the Ossian hills, in the wide open spaces bordering Rannoch Moor.

Review Montane's Lightweight Legwear

Route Card Sgùrr a' Chaorachain: a slice of Applecross

News British Mountaineering Council CEO Paul Davies Resigns

News Moroccan Mountain Rescue Team Responds to Earthquake

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Runners Feel the Heat on the 2023 Montane Dragon's Back Race

The Montane Dragon's Back Race is over for another year, and with blistering temperatures as high as 30C testing runners to their limits, the event, often nicknamed 'the world's toughest mountain race', was by consensus one of the hardest to date.

2 12 Sep

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"See Sense" on Edinburgh's Radical Road Closure, Urge Campaigners

Campaigners representing access and outdoor recreation today marked the fifth anniversary of the closure of Edinburgh's Radical Road by calling for Historic Environment Scotland to "see sense" o...

8 11 Sep

Newsflash Euan Patton Breaks Tryfan Descent Speed Record

On the Tryfan Downhill Dash race, held yesterday, 18 year-old Euan Patton broke the longstanding record for a speed descent of the iconic peak, romping home in a staggering time of just 7 minutes 21 seconds.

22 25 Aug

Moorland Row Pits Shooters Against Polluters

The recent announcement by United Utilities that it will not renew licenses to shoot game birds on its upland holdings has prompted a furious backlash from pro-shooting campaign group the Countryside Alliance.

31 8 Aug

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New Scarpa Running Shoes for 2023

Rob runs through the new Scarpa running shoes that have just hit the shelves: the Spin ST and the Ribelle Run Kalibra ST and HT.

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Exploring the MacPhies of Colonsay

When it comes to peak bagging missions, Colonsay's 100m summits may not immediately spring to mind. But it turns out you can pack a...

11 Sep

Skills Why Learn to Navigate?

Getting lost can waste a lot of time, and occasionally proves dangerous, says Nicola Jasieniecka of Mountain Training. But navigating effectively isn't just about avoiding unpleasantness: it can be deeply satisfying too, enriching your sense of connection with the...

3 6 Sep

Destination Guide The Skye Cuillin for Munro Baggers

Having helped dozens of Munroists of all abilities complete their Cuillin Munros and Tops, guide Tom Lawfield outlines key considerations for would be peak-baggers keen to take on the UK's most challenging mountains.

2 4 Sep

The Big Three Rounds - All You Need to Know: Part 2. Reccying

An essential part of the Big Round process, reccying is a lot more than simply learning the route and preparing mind and body for the endurance challenge to come: it's also about trialling food, clothing, kit and footwear so...

3 28 Aug

Interview BMC CEO Paul Davies on GB Climbing

Issues have surfaced at the BMC and GB Climbing in recent months surrounding overspending and governance. We sent questions to CEO Paul Davies. In July, we asked 'What's happening at the BMC?' following news of redundancies, overspending and a...

106 24 Aug

Podcast Mountain Air - 14. Dougie Baird, Mountain Path Builder

What to Have For Breakfast in the Hills

Trekking to K2 Basecamp - Top Tips

Mountain Literature Classics: That Untravelled World by Eric Shipton

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The Chamonix valley at night from below the summit of the Blaitière

The Chamonix valley at night from below the summit of the Blaitière © Hamish Frost

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Gear Reviews

These are reviews from the UKH editorial team

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MSR Freelite 2 Tent

A two-person model weighing only around 1kg, the Freelite 2 also makes a luxurious - and highly portable - shelter for one, finds Toby Archer. If you're after a tent that's both ultralight and airy for summer, MSR's Freelite series is worth a c...

19 13 Sep

LED Lenser NEO 5R - an excellent all-rounder

Compact, comfy and bounce-free, the NEO 5R is an excellent midweight, mid-power torch for night running, says Dan Bailey. But this rugged model has a lot more potential than that, with a balance of brightness and burn time that'd make it equally...

7 7 Sep

Boreal Nevada kid's walking boots

Whether it's dog walking, a day on the hills, or kicking defenceless furniture, these children's leather boots have proved a hit for apprentice reviewer Daisy Bailey.

6 31 Aug

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Latest Competitions

Open Comp Win a Pair of Scarpa Spin ST Running Shoes

The Scarpa SPIN ST combines high levels of traction with lightness and breathability for maximum performance on muddy terrain. Here's your chance to win a pair...

11 Sep

Open Comp Win a pair of Oboz Katabatic Low B-Dry shoes

Speed is your friend with the Katabatic, as is support, stability, protection, and performance. From a bio-mechanically designed outsole to full foot protection, the Katabatic is an on-trail performer first and foremost.

7 Sep

Winner announced WINNER - Win a BUILT TO SEND U1 Daypack

The BUILT TO SEND U1 pack is an ultra-minimal pack for those who have their gear really dialled in. Built for fast-and-light day missions in all environments, this pack also works well as a cragging day pack or for weekend hikes.

17 Aug

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Fully Committed: Salewa's Latest Mountain Boot

Salewa's Ortles collection is its most technical and performance-oriented range, named after Mt Ortles (3,905m), the highest point in the South Tyrol region.

20 Sep

Berghaus MTN Guide Hyper Alpha

In the MTN Guide Hyper Alpha, Berghaus has brought together two high performance fabrics to create an ultra-lightweight waterproof and insulated shell for long, hard days in the mountains.

19 Sep