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
What to wear in the mountains……
With the Great British weather being what it is, we really need to think about what to wear in the mountains. Up in the hills the weather is even more unpredictable than it is at ground level. Even a
Annapurna circuit – the trek of change?
As the leaves begin to turn and tumble here in the UK, our thoughts drift to Nepal and the Annapurna circuit trail, perhaps the greatest trekking experience you are ever likely to experience. October and November were always the prime months
UK products. Fair trade. Fair enough?
Worried about fair trade? We recently talked to a UK supplier of T Shirts, hoodies and other garments and asked him whether his Leicester based factory had all the necessary fair trade certification. This is a common question we ask
South West Coastal Path – 630 miles of incredible English coastline.
What’s 630 miles long and over 35,000 metres to climb ( which is almost four times the height of Everest)? It’s the South West Coast Path stretching from Minehead in Somerset through to Poole in Dorset via Lands End in Cornwall. The path passes through
Basic camp pancakes
When you are out and about in the hills there’s no need to miss out on great grub. Use this recipe for fab basic camp pancakes as it is sooo easy to remember and there’s no faffing about with extra ingredients like you would
Climbing – a sport for all ages (and sizes)
So, you’ve always fancied trying climbing but you’ve never had the confidence to give it a go? It’s only for the super fit, super active, who are all as thin as wire and as light as feathers….Right? Well, no…Wrong. Climbing
Protest at altitude
At Climb it Range we love the outdoors and celebrate everyone and anyone who enjoys getting out there, and discovering the beauty, simplicity and sheer fun of climbing hills and mountains. We are not political creatures – we embrace everyone
Lake District camping
Lets face it, if you are looking for great campsites you are spoilt for choice in the Lake District. We think this one in Buttermere makes a perfect get away from it all, with truly idyllic surroundings. Leave your car in the free