Walking across the Ardnish peninsula

Walking across the Ardnish peninsula

A wet yet inspiring walk across the Ardnish peninsular , north west Scotland by Richard Langley It was a very wet day with the cloud right down…it was not really one for tackling a Munroe in Knoydart! Instead, I set

The Pennine Way

The Pennine Way is a national trail which follows the Pennine hills, the backbone of England. Like all backbones its contour is far from smooth: it contains some fierce hills which challenge your feet, lungs and imagination. It also offers you the opportunity to experience the beauty of Northern England in a way which will always be denied to the car passenger or the day tripper.

Blencathra: the people’s mountain…

Blencathra: the people’s mountain…

What do you do to celebrate climbing to the top of one of the UK’s most iconic mountains? Take a selfie?  Buy a T shirt…capture the moment by cracking open that bottle of champagne you’ve carried up the mountain with you?

Crinkle Crags and Bowfell

Crinkle Crags and Bowfell

  The ridge is called Crinkle Crags. Take one look at it or walk along it and you will know why.  Superb views down Great Langdale and over Scafell are the rewards for tackling this ridge walk.  That is, of

Are you bothered? Try a bothy…

Could you forgo the power-shower and home comforts for a night in the most basic  accommodation? We hope you trust us when we say it’s worth it. We think a bothy experience is one not to be missed. It provides a fantastic opportunity

The Old Forge… the most remote pub in mainland Britain

The Old Forge… the  most remote pub in mainland Britain

If you think you’d like to just nip for a pint in the The Old Forge in Inverie,  think again. It’s not exactly accessible. For good reason, it has made it into the Guiness book of Records as the most remote pub in Britain.

The Tan Hill Inn. The highest Pub in Britain.

A famous film set, rock n’ roll venue, campsite, real ale pub, refuge from the elements, Guinness Book of Record entrant, what more can you ask for from a country pub?

The Real Three Peaks Challenge

  Let’s be clear. The three peaks is a great event.  Tackling Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and then Snowdon is a challenge for anyone, especially if your target is to complete the feat within 24 hours. It offers excitement, endurance