John Manning scours Britain for the best neighbouring peaks: one a testing day out, the other more accessible to all…

There are loads of specialist jackets out there, tailored for every kind of weather and activity. But is there a general all-rounder that will do the job on all but the most extreme British walks? Minnie Burlton and Paul McCarty take a look…

With the freezing weather continuing, walkers are being urged to register with the EmergencySMS system – which allows you to text 999. Originally set up to help deaf and hard of hearing people reach the emergency services, the system means you can text 999 when voice calls cannot be made…

Lighter, sportier and sexier than most boots, the latest ‘multi-activity’ shoes are ideal for light hikes, trail-running and daily use. Paul McCarty and Minnie Burlton put them through their paces…

If there’s one purchase that’s essential for any walker to get right it’s a good pair of walking boots. In Spring 2009, walk’s resident gear experts, Minnie Burlton and Paul McCarty, put the latest three-season boots through their paces to find the best of the best…

If there’s one purchase that’s essential for any walker to get right it’s a good pair of walking boots. In Spring 2009, walk’s resident gear experts, Minnie Burlton and Paul McCarty, put the latest three-season boots through their paces to find the best of the best…

A stunning new film shows the life of a Lake District hill over the course of 24 hours – from the moon and stars at night to sunrise and a number of sheep and walkers turning up in the daytime…

If you’re heading for the hills, a lightweight, packable insulated jacket that gives almost instant warmth when you stop for a break, reach the summit or potter around base camp is an invaluable piece of kit…