By Peter on Apr 28, 2021 09:00 am
When you think of the best long-distance hiking trails from around the world, little old Britain probably wouldn't top of your list. Hikers will more likely be drawn to the Triple Crown of the Appalachian, Continental Divide and Pacific Crest trails in the US, New Zealand's Great Walks or the famous Annapurna Circuit and Everest Base Camp treks in Nepal. However, the UK does have an extensive network of long-distance footpaths. Managed by the National Trails in England and Wales and Scotland's Great Trails north of the border, the UK has thousands of miles of tramping to be discovered – and the network continues to expand. The post Britain's best long-distance footpaths appeared first on Atlas & Boots.
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By Peter on Apr 21, 2021 10:00 am
The best hikes in New Forest National Park roam some of England's most quintessential countryside Despite its name, the New Forest is neither new nor much of a forest. The region was first declared a royal hunting preserve in 1079 by William the Conqueror and the landscape is more heathland (the most extensive area remaining in Europe) than woodland. The word 'forest' actually descends from Old French for 'hunting ground'. The post 10 best hikes in New Forest National Park appeared first on Atlas & Boots.
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By Kia on Apr 14, 2021 09:00 am
When Peter headed to Greenland this summer to trek the Arctic Circle Trail, I knew he'd be unreachable for 7-10 days. He's a highly experienced hiker, but there was a tiny part of me that couldn't help but worry. What if he twisted an ankle or fell into a ravine? What if he was attacked? What if he lost his backpack from a capsized kayak? There were several scenarios that ran through my head – but a wildfire was not one of them. He was heading to the Arctic for goodness sake; to Greenland which is 80% covered in ice! Fire was a hardly a danger. Only, it was. The post How to escape a wildfire: a hiker’s guide appeared first on Atlas & Boots.
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By Atlas & Boots on Apr 07, 2021 09:00 am
A high-quality down jacket is no longer the preserve of the outdoorsy. Politicians, pop stars and even princesses have been pictured in a 'puffa'. Of course, a down jacket truly comes into its own when used and tested in the great outdoors. Understanding what to consider before you choose a down jacket can be confusing. To make the decision easy, we've put together a simple guide to choosing the jacket that's best for you. The post How to choose a down jacket appeared first on Atlas & Boots.
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