Gear I Trust on the Trail

Camping

600ml Titanium Camping Pot

Lightweight and durable cookware that won't weigh down your rucksack on multi-day treks. Essential gear for backcountry cooking on UK trails.

Footwear

Altra Lone Peak 7 Trail Running Shoes

Delivers superior grip and stability on technical terrain, keeping your feet secure on rocky descents. Perfect for tackling demanding UK trails with confiden…

Apparel

Berghaus Men's Prism Micro Interactive Polartec Fleece

Delivers lightweight warmth and breathability when layering for unpredictable UK weather. Perfect as a mid-layer fleece for your next UK hiking adventure.

Lighting

Black Diamond Spot 400 Headtorch

Never let fading light cut your UK hiking adventure short with reliable hands-free illumination. Essential headlamp for early starts and late finishes on UK …

Apparel

Buff Merino Wool Neckwarmer

Keeps your neck warm and dry in harsh weather, eliminating the need for bulky scarves on the trail. Layer it under your waterproof jacket for UK hiking adven…

Apparel

Darn Tough Hiker Micro Crew Socks

Keep your feet blister-free and comfortable on demanding hikes with merino wool cushioning. The perfect hiking socks for tackling UK trails in any season.

Accessories

DJI Neo 2 Fly More Combo

Captures stunning aerial footage of your UK hiking adventures without weighing down your backpack. Perfect for documenting those epic UK trails.

Accessories

DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro Adventure Combo

Captures stunning 4K footage of your outdoor adventures while keeping your hands free for trekking poles and navigation. Document your next UK trail with pro…

Accessories

FLEXTAILGEAR MAX Pump

Inflates your sleeping pad and camping gear in seconds, saving time and energy on the trail. Essential for UK hiking adventures and multi-day treks.

Accessories

Foxelli Carbon Fiber Walking Poles

Reduce strain on your knees and joints while tackling steep UK terrain with confidence. Essential trekking poles for challenging UK trails.

Camping

Green Haven Butane Gas Canisters

Provides reliable fuel for your camp stove so you can cook hot meals wherever your UK hiking adventure takes you. Essential for backcountry cooking on UK tra…

Footwear

Grisport Fuse Trekking Boots

Keeps your feet dry and supported on challenging terrain so you can tackle any UK trail with confidence. Perfect hiking boots for UK hiking adventures.

Accessories

Highlander Waterproof Rucksack Transit Cover

Protects your backpack and gear from rain and mud during transport and storage. Essential for serious UK hikers tackling wet trails.

Camping

Lanshan Outdoor Ultralight Camping Tent

Cuts pack weight dramatically so you can trek further with less strain on your rucksack. Perfect for multi-day UK hiking adventures.

Accessories

Leki Makalu Lite Trekking Poles

Reduce strain on your knees and joints while tackling steep terrain and long distances. Perfect trekking poles for challenging UK trails.

Safety

LifeStraw Personal Water Filter

Never worry about finding safe drinking water on your UK hiking adventures. Essential for any rucksack exploring UK trails.

Accessories

Magnetic MagSafe Power Bank 10000mAh

Keep your devices charged on multi-day treks when carrying a heavy rucksack through remote terrain. Essential power for your UK hiking adventures.

Hydration

Membrane Solutions Water Filter Straw

Drink safely from streams and rivers without carrying heavy water bottles on your hike. Essential for any UK hiking adventure.

Apparel

Montane Men's Terra Pants

Keeps you dry and comfortable in unpredictable UK weather without compromising on durability. Essential hiking wear for challenging UK trails.

Apparel

Niorasen Merino Wool Hiking Socks

Keeps your feet warm, dry and blister-free on demanding UK trails. Perfect hiking socks for your next UK hiking adventure.

Camping

OEX Drift 1000 Sleeping Bag

Keeps you warm and comfortable on chilly nights so you can focus on enjoying the outdoors. Perfect for UK hiking adventures and multi-day treks.

Backpacks

OEX Vallo Air 36L Rucksack

Designed to keep you comfortable on full-day hikes with its ventilated back panel and balanced weight distribution. Perfect for tackling UK trails and multi-…

Backpacks

OMM Chest Pod

Keep your essentials accessible without digging through your rucksack during UK hikes. The smart addition to your hiking kit for UK trails.

Navigation

OS Explorer OL4 – Lake District North West

Navigate the fells and valleys with confidence using this detailed mapping essential. Perfect for UK hiking adventures across Lake District trails.

Navigation

OS Explorer OL5 – Lake District North East

Navigate remote fells and valleys with precision using this detailed 1:25,000 scale map. Essential navigation for UK hiking adventures across Lake District t…

Backpacks

Osprey Men's Rook

A versatile rucksack that keeps your essentials organised and accessible on every adventure. Perfect for UK trails and multi-day hiking expeditions.

Backpacks

Osprey Talon 22 Backpack

Designed to carry your essentials comfortably on day hikes without unnecessary weight or bulk. Perfect for exploring UK trails with a reliable rucksack.

Accessories

Sea to Summit Ultralight Dry Bag

Keeps your gear completely dry during river crossings and wet weather on UK hiking adventures. Essential for any backpack on challenging UK trails.

Camping

Sea to Summit X-Mug

Keeps your hot drinks warm during chilly camping trips without adding weight to your rucksack. Essential gear for UK trail adventures.

Navigation

Silva Expedition 4 Compass

Navigate UK trails with confidence using a reliable compass when technology fails. Essential navigation gear for serious UK hiking adventures.

Lighting

Silva Explore 4 Headtorch

Hands-free lighting lets you navigate confidently on early morning or evening UK hikes without fumbling with a torch. Essential for UK trails where daylight …

Camping

Trekology UL80 Camping Mat

Provides superior comfort and insulation on cold nights, eliminating uncomfortable ground contact during your outdoor adventures. Perfect for UK hiking trips…

Apparel

Trespass Adults Waterproof Jacket Qikpac - Lightweight Packaway Raincoat

Trespass Adults Waterproof Jacket Qikpac. Stays dry and comfortable on unpredictable UK trails without the bulk of traditional raincoats. Essential waterproo…

Camping

Vango Nitestar Alpha 250 Sleeping Bag

Keeps you warm and comfortable on chilly camping nights without bulk or weight. Perfect for UK hiking adventures and multi-day treks.

Footwear

Merrell Moab 2 Vent Hiking Shoe

One of the most trusted hiking shoes on the trail: breathable mesh upper, Vibram outsole, and a fit that works from day one. Perfect for summer hikes where w…

Footwear

Salomon XA Pro 3D GTX Trail Running Shoes

Gore-Tex waterproofing, Contagrip outsole, and Salomon's 3D chassis underfoot. Handles technical terrain and wet days without asking for anything in return. …

Footwear

Oboz Sawtooth II Mid B-Dry Hiking Boot

B-Dry waterproofing keeps your feet dry while the lugged outsole handles loose rock and mud equally well. Mid-height ankle collar gives protection on uneven …

Accessories

TheFitLife Carbon Fiber Trekking Poles

Cork grip handles sweaty palms better than foam on hot days. Anti-shock mechanism takes the sting out of steep descents. Packs into three sections for your r…

Hydration

Osprey Hydraulics LT 2.5L Water Reservoir

Tool-free cleaning, a wide-mouth opening that actually fits your hand, and a bite valve that doesn't need a manual to use. Fits most hydration-compatible pac…

Apparel

Darn Tough Vermont Merino Wool Boot Socks

Merino wool cushioning, a lifetime guarantee, and a fit that doesn't bunch or slide. Your feet are doing the hardest work on the trail: give them something t…

Backpacks

Sea to Summit Ultra-Sil Day Pack 20L

Packs down to the size of a fist, weighs barely anything, and holds 20 litres when you need it. Perfect for summit days when you want a lightweight pack for …

Backpacks

Osprey Men's Atmos Ag 65l

Osprey Men's Atmos AG 65L Backpack. Distributes weight evenly across your hips and shoulders for comfortable long-distance trekking without fatigue. Perfect …

Footwear

Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX

Keeps your feet dry and supported on wet, rocky terrain so you can hike with confidence. Perfect hiking boots for UK trails.

Footwear

Merrell Moab 3 Mid GTX

Keep your feet dry and supported on wet, muddy terrain with waterproof protection and reliable grip. Essential hiking boots for UK trails.

Footwear

Scarpa Zodiac Plus GTX

Keeps your feet dry and comfortable on wet, challenging mountain terrain. Essential hiking boots for UK trails and alpine adventures.

Backpacks

Osprey Stratos 34

Osprey Stratos 34 Backpack. Designed to carry all your hiking essentials comfortably on full-day adventures without weighing you down. Perfect for exploring …

Backpacks

Deuter Speed Lite 25

Lightweight design reduces fatigue on demanding hikes without sacrificing storage space. Perfect rucksack for tackling challenging UK trails.

Lighting

Petzl Actik Core

Hands-free lighting for early starts and late finishes on UK hiking adventures. Essential headtorch for UK trails.

Apparel

Rab Microlight Alpine Down Jacket

Provides lightweight insulation that keeps you warm without bulk on mountain adventures. Essential layering piece for UK hiking trails.

Footwear

Lowa Renegade GTX Mid

Keeps your feet dry and supported on wet, rocky terrain so you can hike with confidence. Essential hiking boots for exploring UK trails.

Footwear

Hoka Anacapa Mid GTX

Keeps your feet dry and supported on wet, rocky terrain where standard hiking boots slip. Perfect for tackling UK trails in all weathers.

Footwear

La Sportiva TX5 GTX

Keep your feet dry and supported on wet, rocky terrain with these grippy approach shoes. Perfect for UK hiking adventures on challenging trails.

Apparel

Rab Downpour Plus 2.0

Keeps you dry and comfortable in heavy rain without weighing you down on the trail. Your essential waterproof jacket for UK hiking adventures.

Apparel

Montane Phase XT Jacket

Keeps you dry and comfortable when unpredictable weather strikes on the trail. Essential waterproof jacket for UK hiking adventures.

Apparel

Berghaus Paclite 2.0 Jacket

Keeps you dry and comfortable in unpredictable British weather without the bulk. Essential waterproof jacket for exploring UK trails.

Navigation

Garmin inReach Mini 2

Stay connected and safe on remote UK trails where mobile signal fails. Essential GPS watch technology for serious UK hiking adventures.

Navigation

Garmin eTrex 32x

Never lose your way on remote UK trails with reliable GPS navigation in your pocket. Essential hiking companion for UK outdoor adventures.

Navigation

Garmin GPSMAP 67

Never lose your way on remote UK trails with precise GPS navigation and offline mapping. Essential navigation gear for UK hiking adventures.

Backpacks

Osprey Renn 65 Womens Backpack

Built for multi-day adventures, this rucksack solves the struggle of carrying all your essentials comfortably on extended treks. Perfect for conquering UK tr…

Backpacks

Deuter Aircontact Core 65+10

Provides superior comfort and support for multi-day treks with its innovative air contact system and expandable capacity. Perfect for challenging UK hiking a…

Accessories

Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Cork Poles

Reduce fatigue and joint strain on steep ascents and descents across UK mountains. Essential trekking poles for challenging UK trails.

Accessories

Black Diamond Trail Ergo Cork Poles

Reduce fatigue and joint strain on steep descents while improving stability on uneven terrain. Essential trekking poles for tackling challenging UK trails.

Navigation

Suunto Core All Black Watch

Navigate confidently on UK trails with built-in compass and altitude data. Essential navigation gear for UK hiking adventures.

Navigation

Garmin Fenix 7S Multisport GPS Watch

Never lose your way on remote UK trails with precise GPS navigation and route tracking. Essential companion for UK hiking adventures.

Navigation

Suunto 9 Peak GPS Watch

Never lose your way on remote UK trails with accurate GPS navigation and multi-day battery life. Essential for serious UK hiking adventures.

Apparel

Arc'teryx Rho Lightweight Beanie

Ad | Cold ears end a good walk faster than cold feet. The Arc'teryx Rho Lightweight Beanie is a thin merino layer that cuts wind on exposed ridges without co…

Apparel

Arc'teryx Venta Windproof Gloves

Ad | There's a specific misery in numb fingers on a summit gate. The Arc'teryx Venta Windproof Gloves block the wind without the bulk of a full winter glove,…

Accessories

Arc'teryx Bird Head Toque

Ad | The Arc'teryx Bird Head Toque is a snug wool knit built for properly cold starts: think frosty car parks in the Forest of Dean before sunrise. It layers…

Backpacks

Rab Filament Beanie

Ad | Cold ears end a good ridge walk faster than cold hands. The Rab Filament Beanie packs light enough for the rucksack lid year round and holds its warmth …

Apparel

Rab Filament Neck Tube

Ad | A neck gaiter earns its keep on a Welsh ridge in February, when the wind comes sideways and doesn't let up. The Rab Filament Neck Tube is quick drying f…

Lighting

Black Diamond Storm 500-R Headlamp

Ad | Winter walks in the Mendips or the Brecon Beacons mean early dark, and the Storm 500-R earns its keep: rechargeable, waterproof to IPX8, and bright enou…

Lighting

Black Diamond Cosmo 300 Headlamp

Ad | A solid, no fuss headlamp for UK trails: 300 lumens, a simple dial control, and enough battery life for a full winter walk on the Cotswold Way. Good val…

Backpacks

Black Diamond Astro 300 Lumen Head Torch

Ad | The Astro 300 is the one that lives in the bottom of the rucksack for when a Forest of Dean walk runs later than planned. Light, simple, and bright enou…

Lighting

Petzl Iko Core Headlamp

Ad | The Iko Core sits at the top end for a reason: a rechargeable core battery, a strap that does not slip on a wet Brecon Beacons ridge, and a beam that ha…

Lighting

Petzl Tikkina Headlamp

Ad | An honest, entry level headlamp for anyone starting out on winter walks in the Wye Valley or Somerset. Not the brightest or the fanciest, but reliable f…

Lighting

Black Diamond Trail Trekking Poles

Ad | These Black Diamond Trail poles earn their keep on the steep pulls out of the Wye Valley and the boggy stretches across the Mendips. Adjustable, foldabl…

Lighting

Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z Poles

Ad | For long days on the Cotswold Way or a fast pack up the Black Mountains, these Black Diamond Distance Z poles fold down to almost nothing and barely reg…

Backpacks

Osprey Ultralight Dry Sack 12L

Ad | Forest of Dean drizzle has a way of finding every gap in a rucksack, which is exactly why this Osprey dry sack earns a permanent spot in mine. The 12L s…

Backpacks

Osprey Ultralight Dry Sack 20L

Ad | Bigger than its 12L sibling and just as reliable, this Osprey 20L dry sack handles a full change of clothes or a wet tent without blinking. Useful for a…

Accessories

Sea to Summit Ultra-Sil Dry Sack 8L

Ad | Barely weighs anything, which is the whole point when you're counting grams on a long day across the Black Mountains. This Sea to Summit 8L dry sack kee…

Accessories

Sea to Summit Ultra-Sil Dry Bag 8L

Ad | Keep spare layers and snacks bone dry on wet Welsh and Cotswold trails. This 8L Ultra-Sil sack weighs next to nothing, rolls down small, and shrugs off …

Accessories

Sea to Summit SN240 Pack Cover (Medium)

Ad | A pack cover is one of those bits of kit you only think about halfway up the Malverns when the sky opens. This Sea to Summit SN240 in a medium fit slips…

Backpacks

Sea to Summit SN240 Pack Cover (Large)

Ad | For bigger packs on multi-day routes, this Large SN240 cover from Sea to Summit fits 70L plus rucksacks without straining at the seams. Genuinely waterp…

Backpacks

Osprey Men's Exos 48 Ultralight Backpack

Ad | The Exos 48 is Osprey's ultralight answer for multi-day routes without hauling a heavier 60L pack for a weekend's kit. The AirSpeed mesh back panel keep…

Backpacks

Osprey Men's Exos 58 Ultralight Backpack

Ad | Same ultralight build as the Exos 48, with the extra capacity for longer trips or bulkier winter kit. The 58L size suits a proper multi-day route throug…

Backpacks

Osprey Talon 33 Backpack

Ad | The Osprey Talon 33 is the pack I reach for on longer Cotswold and Brecon Beacons days out: ventilated back panel, trekking pole attachments, and enough…

Backpacks

Osprey Tempest 30 Women's Backpack

Ad | Osprey's Tempest range is built for women who want a pack that actually fits: adjustable torso, ventilated panel, room for a 30 litre load. Good for a f…

Backpacks

Gregory Zulu Backpack

Ad | The Gregory Zulu is one of the most comfortable ventilated packs going, and that matters on warm days in the Mendips or Quantocks. A responsive suspende…

Backpacks

Gregory Jade 38 Women's Backpack

Ad | Gregory's Jade 38 is sized for women and built for comfort on a big day out: adjustable hipbelt, ventilated back panel, room for wet kit. Ideal for the …

Backpacks

Montane Trailblazer 30 Backpack

Ad | Montane's Trailblazer 30 is a proper British choice for UK trails: minimalist design, weatherproof fabric, and light enough that you forget it's there u…

Apparel

Montane Trailblazer 44 Pack

Ad | Montane's Trailblazer 44 gives a full day's kit room without the bulk: weatherproof fabric, minimalist frame, comfortable over long miles in the Brecon …

Camping

MSR Hubba NX 1 Lightweight Tent

Ad | The MSR Hubba NX packs down small and pitches fast: a genuine one-person option for solo nights on the Cambrian Way or a wild camp above the Wye Valley.…

Camping

MSR Hubba Hubba NX 2 Tent

Ad | Room for two and still light enough to carry comfortably: the Hubba Hubba NX earns its reputation on longer UK routes, from the Brecon Beacons to a two …

Footwear

MSR Elixir 1 Tent

Ad | The Elixir 1 is MSR's more affordable route into solo backpacking: sturdy poles, a proper porch for wet boots, and enough weatherproofing for a Welsh su…

Backpacks

MSR Elixir 2 Tent

Ad | The MSR Elixir 2 is the tent I'd point a first time backpacker toward on the Cambrian Way or a wet weekend in the Brecon Beacons: freestanding, quick to…

Camping

Sea to Summit Telos TR2 Tent

Ad | The Telos TR2 is the tent I'd pitch for a wild camp in the Brecon Beacons or a wet weekend on the Cambrian Way: freestanding, well ventilated, and light…

Apparel

Sea to Summit Alto TR1 Tent

Ad | Solo wild camping calls for a tent that packs small and pitches fast, and the Alto TR1 does both. Sea to Summit's Tension Ridge design gives you proper …

Camping

Jetboil Flash Cooking System

Ad | Nothing beats a hot brew after a cold ridge walk, and the Jetboil Flash gets water boiling in around 100 seconds. The colour changing FluxRing indicator…

Camping

Jetboil Zip Cooking System

Ad | The Zip is Jetboil's lightest, most packable system, ideal for solo trips where every gram counts. Simple push button ignition means no fumbling with ma…

Camping

Jetboil MiniMo Cooking System

Ad | The MiniMo's wider pot and simmer control make it the better choice if you actually want to cook, not just boil water, on the trail. Stable base for une…

Lighting

Jetboil Stash Ultralight Stove

Ad | Boiled water in under 3 minutes on a blustery Welsh ridge, and the whole stove packs down smaller than a mug. Good for solo wild camps in the Brecon Bea…

Camping

MSR PocketRocket 2 Stove

Ad | Fits in the palm of your hand and boils a brew fast, even with a bit of wind coming off the moor. A solid choice for Dartmoor or Pembrokeshire coast pat…

Apparel

Primus Essential Trail Stove

Ad | Straightforward canister stove that lights first time, rain or shine, on the Cotswold Way or up in the Black Mountains. Sturdy pot supports for slightly…

Hydration

Platypus SoftBottle 1L

Ad | Rolls up to nothing once it's empty, so it earns its place in the side pocket on longer Wye Valley or Forest of Dean routes. Light, tough, and doesn't s…

Hydration

Platypus GravityWorks Filter System

Ad | Hang it, let gravity do the work, and you've got clean water without pumping your arm off. Useful for multi-day routes through the Brecon Beacons or Lak…

Hydration

Katadyn BeFree Water Filter

Ad | Squeeze, drink, done. The Katadyn BeFree filters straight from streams and puddles on Welsh and Cotswold trails alike, no pumping required. Good for any…

Hydration

Katadyn Hiker Pro Filter

Ad | For longer days out where you need a proper flow rate, the Hiker Pro pumps clean water from becks and rivers fast. A solid choice for Dartmoor or the Ca…

Hydration

Hydro Flask Standard Mouth 21oz

Ad | Cold water stays cold on a hot Cotswold ridge, hot tea stays hot on a wet Forest of Dean morning. The Standard Mouth 21oz fits most bottle pockets and t…

Hydration

Hydro Flask Wide Mouth 32oz

Ad | More capacity for longer routes: the Wide Mouth 32oz is built for full days on the Wye Valley or Brecon ridgelines where refill points are few. Wide ope…

Hydration

CamelBak Chute Mag Bottle

Ad | The magnetic cap tucks out of the way while you drink, which sounds small until you're scrambling over a stile with poles in one hand. A dependable ever…

Hydration

Sea to Summit Watercell X 6L

Ad | Enough water for a full day on the Beacons or out on Dartmoor, without a rigid bottle eating into pack space. This 6L Watercell rolls flat when empty, d…

Apparel

Fjällräven Classic Knit Hat

Ad | The hat that actually stays on in a Pennine gale. Fjällräven's Classic Knit Hat is proper wool, snug enough for exposed ridgelines and cold starts on …

Apparel

Sea to Summit Alpha Light Utensils Spork

Ad | The spork that ends the great fork-versus-spoon debate on the trail. Sea to Summit's Alpha Light Utensils Spork is anodised aluminium, feather-light, an…

Accessories

Sea to Summit Pocket Trowel

Ad | The unglamorous bit of kit nobody talks about until they need it. Sea to Summit's Pocket Trowel digs a proper cathole in Welsh peat or Somerset clay wit…

Lighting

Black Diamond HotForge Screwgate Carabiner

Ad | Not just for climbers. This Black Diamond HotForge screwgate carabiner earns its place on any UK walking kit list: clip a water bottle to your pack, sec…

Backpacks

Black Diamond ATC Belay Device

Ad | The ATC that lives in half the rucksacks on Tryfan and Crib Goch. Compact, reliable, no fuss when the exposure ramps up on a UK scramble. Worth packing …

Footwear

Hoka Speedgoat 5 Trail Running Shoes

Ad | Deep lugs and a rockered sole that actually cope with Welsh mud and Peak District grit. Built for technical, wet terrain, which covers most UK trail day…

Hydration

CamelBak Eddy+ 1L Bottle

Ad | A bottle you can drink from one handed on the move, useful on any long ridge walk. The bite valve seals properly, so it won't leak into your pack on the…

Footwear

Nemo Hornet OSMO 2P Tent

Ad | A two person tent light enough to justify carrying up a Welsh 3000 for a wild camp, with enough porch space to keep boots and a stove dry. Built for pro…

Apparel

Patagonia Capilene Cool Daily Neck Gaiter

Ad | A neck gaiter that earns its place for sun and midge protection on summer ridge walks, then doubles as an extra layer when the wind picks up on an expos…

Camping

MSR PocketRocket Deluxe Stove

Ad | The MSR PocketRocket Deluxe folds down to pocket size and boils water fast, perfect for wild camping across the Brecon Beacons or a Forest of Dean overn…

Backpacks

Sea to Summit Ultra-Sil Dry Sack 13L

Ad | Thirteen litres is the sweet spot for keeping a spare fleece and map dry on wet Cotswold or Wye Valley walks. Roll top seal, welded seams, barely weighs…

Footwear

Grisport Dartmoor Hiking Boots

Ad | Full grain leather, a proper Vibram sole, and a price that will not make you wince if they get muddy on the Somerset Mendips. These have been a reliable…

Apparel

Rab Women's Power Stretch Pro Gloves

Ad | Power Stretch Pro fleece keeps fingers warm without the bulk, and the grippy palm means walking poles do not slide about on a frosty Cotswold morning. A…

Accessories

Leki Cressida Speed Lock Walking Poles

Ad | Speed Lock adjustment means these go from packed to trail ready in seconds, useful when the weather turns on an exposed Brecon Beacons ridge. Sturdy, we…

Camping

Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 Tent

Ad | Packing a two person tent for a multi day trail in Wales or the Lakes and every gram counts. The Copper Spur HV UL2 pitches fast when the weather turns …

Camping

Primus Lite+ Stove System

Ad | Nothing beats a hot brew after a wet slog up the Brecon Beacons or a cold morning on the Cotswold Way, and the Primus Lite+ boils water fast even when t…

Footwear

Scarpa Mojito

Ad | The Scarpa Mojito has been a trail favourite for years, and it earns that reputation on wet Cotswold paths and gritty Forest of Dean tracks alike. The V…

Navigation

Sea to Summit Lightweight Dry Bag 20L

Ad | Bristol weather rarely commits to a forecast, so a proper dry bag earns its place in the pack. This Sea to Summit 20L roll top keeps spare layers, maps …

Lighting

Petzl Swift RL Headlamp

Ad | Winter walking in the South West means finishing routes in the dark more often than not. The Petzl Swift RL reads the light around you and adjusts the b…

Camping

Nemo Dagger Ridge OSMO 2P Tent

Ad | For wild camping in the Brecon Beacons or a weekend on the Pembrokeshire coast path, the Nemo Dagger Ridge OSMO packs light and pitches quickly even whe…

Backpacks

Fjällräven Abisko Hike 35L Backpack

Ad | The Abisko Hike 35 sits comfortably for long days on the Cotswold Way or a multi day stretch of the Wales Coast Path. Vented back panel, sensible pocket…

Apparel

Montane Respond Dry Line Insulated Waterproof Mittens

Ad | Cold, wet hands ruin a good winter walk fast. These Montane mittens are fully waterproof and properly insulated, built for the kind of driving rain and …

Apparel

MSR WindBurner Stove System 1.0L

Ad | Boiling water on an exposed hillside in a Welsh gale is where most stoves give up. The MSR WindBurner is built for exactly that: an enclosed burner that…

Footwear

ALTRA Olympus 5 Trail Running Shoes

Ad | Miles of Cotswold bridleway and Mendip singletrack ask a lot of your feet. The Altra Olympus 5 brings a wide toe box and a properly cushioned stack for …

Backpacks

Osprey Ultralight Dry Sack 12L

Ad | Rain in the Forest of Dean has a habit of finding its way into every pocket of a rucksack. This Osprey dry sack keeps spare layers, snacks and a phone p…

Hydration

Hydro Flask Standard Mouth 21oz

Ad | Keeps your coffee hot on a frosty Mendip start and your water cold on a sweaty Wye Valley climb. The Standard Mouth 21oz is compact enough for a daypack…

Apparel

Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL2

Ad | A featherweight two person tent that earns its place on a Cambrian Way wild camp or a Cotswold Way overnighter. Freestanding, quick to pitch in the wind…

Backpacks

Haglöfs L.I.M 35 Backpack

Ad | A no nonsense 35 litre pack for a long day on the Beacons or an overnighter in the Forest of Dean. Minimal frame keeps the weight down, the harness stay…

Backpacks

Patagonia Lightweight Merino Beanie

Ad | The beanie that lives in the bottom of the rucksack for whenever a Welsh wind decides to remind you who is in charge. Merino wool regulates temperature …

Camping

Primus Essential Trail Stove

Ad | A small, reliable stove for boiling water on a Brecon Beacons wild camp or brewing tea halfway round a Cotswold Way circuit. Packs down small, lights ea…

Footwear

Hoka Clifton 9

Ad | The Hoka Clifton 9 is built for miles that don't punish your knees: soft underfoot, light on the foot, and steady on Cotswold bridleways or wet Forest o…

Accessories

Sea to Summit Big River Dry Bag 20L

Ad | Rain doesn't ask permission on a Welsh hillside, so keep your spare layers and lunch dry with the Sea to Summit Big River Dry Bag: roll top closure, tou…

Footwear

Salomon MTN Outdoor Poles

Ad | These Salomon MTN Outdoor poles fold down small enough to disappear into a pack, then earn their keep on the steep bits: Brecon Beacons switchbacks, Exm…

Footwear

Scarpa Terra GTX Hiking Boots

Ad | The Scarpa Terra GTX pairs a Gore-Tex lining with proper ankle support, which matters the moment a Wye Valley path turns to mud. Sturdy enough for winte…

Hydration

CamelBak Crux Reservoir 2L

Ad | Long days on the trail mean drinking more than you'd think, and the CamelBak Crux 2L Reservoir slots into most daypacks without a fuss. Handy for warm C…

Camping

NEMO Hornet Elite OSMO 2P Tent

Ad | If you're carrying it up Pen y Fan or pitching after a long Wye Valley day, weight matters. The NEMO Hornet Elite OSMO packs down small and shrugs off a…

Apparel

MSR Reactor Windproof Stove System 1.0L

Ad | Standing on a Brecon ridge in the wind waiting for water to boil is nobody's idea of fun. The MSR Reactor shrugs off gusts that would snuff out a normal…

Footwear

Grisport Women's Glide Hiking Boot

Ad | Grisport boots are a familiar sight on Mendip and Quantock paths, and the Glide is a solid, no-nonsense option if you want ankle support without the pri…

Apparel

SEALSKINZ Hanworth Solo Merino Touchscreen Glove

Ad | Cold hands ruin a good walk faster than rain does. The SEALSKINZ Hanworth Solo is a merino liner glove thin enough to wear under mitts on a Brecon Beaco…

Footwear

Salomon Merino Gloves

Ad | Salomon's merino gloves do the quiet work: moisture wicking wool that keeps hands warm without the clammy feel of synthetic liners. Touchscreen compatib…

Lighting

SuperFire LED Head Torch Rechargeable 2000LM

Ad | Winter walking in the UK means finishing in the dark more often than not, and a decent headlamp makes that final mile on the Wye Valley path feel delibe…

Lighting

Blukar Head Torch Rechargeable 2000L (2 Pack)

Ad | Two head torches in one box means a spare that actually gets used, whether that's kitting out a walking partner or keeping a backup in the car for the F…

Accessories

Trekology TREK-Z Nordic Walking Poles

Ad | A good set of poles takes the strain off your knees on the steep drop into the Wye Valley or the boggier stretches of the Brecon Beacons. Trekology's TR…

Footwear

Scarpa Rush TRK GORE-TEX Walking Boots

Ad | Scarpa's Rush TRK GORE-TEX boots handle everything a Cotswold bridleway or a wet Forest of Dean trail can throw at them: mud, loose stone, standing wate…

Hydration

Sea to Summit Watercell X 10L

Ad | A 10L water carrier that packs flat and weighs next to nothing, useful for wild camping in the Brecon Beacons or a dry pitch in the Cotswolds where the …

Backpacks

Waterfly Ultra Lightweight Foldable Backpack 20L

Ad | Folds down small enough to tuck into a jacket pocket, then opens into a proper 20L daypack for summit stops or extra kit on longer Cotswold or Mendip ro…

Backpacks

Waterfly Foldable Lightweight Hiking Backpack 25L

Ad | A step up from the 20L version for longer days out, still folds flat enough to live in the bottom of your main rucksack until you need it. Good for Wye …

Apparel

Night Cat Waterproof Camping Tent 1-2 Person

Ad | An easy-pitch option for a first solo wild camp or an overnight on the Cotswold Way, light enough to carry without weighing your pack down. Waterproof c…

Camping

Eurohike Teepee 4 Man Tent

Ad | Single pole design means it goes up in minutes, useful when you've arrived at a Forest of Dean campsite in fading light. Roomy enough for a family group…

Navigation

Fire-Maple FMS-X3 Camping Stove

Ad | Electric ignition means no faffing with matches on a cold Brecon morning, and the integrated pot support keeps your brew steady on uneven ground. Compac…

Apparel

Odoland 3500W Windproof Camping Gas Stove

Ad | Cooking on an exposed ridge in a Welsh gale is a specific kind of misery, and it's exactly what this stove is built for. The Odoland 3500W folds down sm…

Hydration

JOYHILL Hydration Bladder 3L

Ad | Nothing ruins a long day on the Offa's Dyke Path like a bladder that leaks into your pack. This JOYHILL 3L reservoir has a wide opening for easy filling…

Hydration

Unigear Hydration Water Bladder

Ad | Carrying enough water for a full Mendips day without weighing your pack down unevenly is trickier than it sounds. The Unigear bladder sits flat against …

Footwear

Leatherman Wave Plus Multi-Tool

Ad | The number of times a decent pair of pliers or a proper blade has saved a walk, from a snapped bootlace to a stubborn tent peg, is more than I'd like to…

Apparel

NexTool W1 Adjustable Wrench Multitool

Ad | Small enough to forget it's in your pack until the moment you need it, which is exactly what you want from a trail multitool. The NexTool W1 handles the…

Footwear

Mammut Ultimate III Mid GORE-TEX Walking Boots - SS26

Ad | Wet Welsh mud, Cotswold clay, Forest of Dean roots: GORE-TEX keeps your feet dry through all of it. The Mammut Ultimate III Mid pairs proper ankle suppo…

Footwear

Karrimor Men's Bodmin Weathertite Hiking Boots

Ad | A reliable starting point for anyone building a walking kit without spending a fortune. The Karrimor Bodmin Weathertite handles muddy Mendip paths and d…

Apparel

Waterproof Merino Wool Touchscreen Gloves

Ad | Merino wool that stays warm even when it's damp, which matters on a blustery Welsh ridge in February. The touchscreen fingertips mean you can check the …

Lighting

Ledlenser H19R Core Rechargeable Head Torch

Ad | For the walks that start before sunrise or finish after dark, a decent head torch earns its keep. The Ledlenser H19R Core throws a 330m beam with spot, …

Lighting

Klarus HM1 Head Torch Rechargeable

Ad | Winter walks off the beaten path in the Forest of Dean or the Beacons mean early starts and later finishes: a head torch that actually holds charge matt…

Apparel

TheFitLife Carbon Fibre Trekking Poles

Ad | Carbon fibre trekking poles that do not weigh you down on the long ascents out of the Wye Valley or across the Brecon ridgelines. Cork handles wick away…

Backpacks

DOBESTS 2 Pack Folding Walking Poles

Ad | Folding poles that pack down small enough to strap to a daypack, which matters when half your route is scrambling and the other half is easy towpath. Th…

Backpacks

Haimont IPX7 Waterproof Roll-Top Dry Duffel Backpack 60L

Ad | Sixty litres of genuinely waterproof storage for wild camping kit, wet tents, or gear that has been rained on somewhere between the Quantocks and the ca…

Apparel

Victoper Waterproof Dry Bag Set 8 Pcs

Ad | An eight bag set in graduated sizes, from 1.5L up to 12L, so everything from a phone to a full change of clothes gets its own dry space. Useful for wild…

Backpacks

Waterproof Rucksack Rain Cover 8-70L

Ad | Caught out by a Welsh downpour more times than I'd like to admit. This rain cover slips over packs from 8 to 70 litres, so it works whether you're day w…

Backpacks

Waterproof Backpack Rain Cover with Storage Bag

Ad | A rain cover that packs away into its own little stuff sack, so it's always to hand when the sky opens on a Forest of Dean walk. Simple and effective: o…

Backpacks

Osprey Hikelite 18L Hiking Bag

Ad | A neat daypack for shorter routes: think Wye Valley loops or a half day on the Malverns. 18 litres is enough for waterproofs, snacks and a flask, withou…

Backpacks

Deuter Futura 25 SL Women's Hiking Backpack

Ad | Built with a women's specific fit, this pack earns its place on longer Brecon Beacons days where comfort on the back really matters. Ventilated back sys…

Camping

Naturehike Cloud Up Pro Ultralight Tent

Ad | Packing light matters when you're carrying a tent up onto the Beacons or along the Wye Valley. This one comes in under two kilos and pitches quickly, us…

Backpacks

Altair Two Ultralight Backpacking Tent

Ad | Trekking pole tents cut real weight from a multi-day pack, and the Altair Two proves the point: pitch it with poles you already carry. Double wall const…

Camping

Campingaz Camp Bistro 3 Stove

Ad | A reliable single burner for basecamp cooking after a day on the trail. 2200 watts is enough for a proper meal, not just a brew, and the carry case keep…

Camping

EPISENT Portable Camping Gas Stove

Ad | Automatic ignition and an adjustable flame make this a straightforward choice for campsite cooking, comes with a carry case and four butane cans to get …

Hydration

LifeStraw Go Series Insulated Water Filter Bottle

Ad | Fill from a stream on the Beacons or a tap at the trailhead, the built in filter handles both. Insulated stainless steel keeps water cool through a long…

Hydration

LifeStraw Peak Series Collapsible Squeeze Bottle

Ad | Squeeze bottles pack down to nothing once empty, which matters when your rucksack is already full. This one filters as you drink, handy for longer route…

Apparel

NewDoar 28KN UIAA Auto Locking Carabiner

Ad | A solid locking carabiner for clipping kit to your pack: keys, water bottle, walking pole loops, whatever needs to stay put on rough Welsh or Peak Distr…

Backpacks

BEEWAY Locking Carabiner Key Chain Clip

Ad | Small locking clip that earns its place on any dog lead, keyring or rucksack strap. Useful for dog walkers on muddy Mendip paths or anyone who wants the…

Footwear

OUTJET Men's Waterproof Leather Mid Ankle Hiking Boots

Ad | Waterproof leather boots built for the mud, mizzle and everything else the Forest of Dean can throw at you. Lightweight enough for a day walk, sturdy en…

Footwear

Johnscliffe Canyon Leather Superlight Hiking Boots

Ad | Lightweight leather walking boots for anyone who wants ankle support without lugging bricks round the Brecon Beacons. Genuinely superlight on the foot, …

Apparel

AYPOW Balaclava Winter Thermal Windproof Fleece Face Cover

Ad | Fleece balaclava that blocks the wind on exposed ridgelines, the sort of kit that turns a miserable winter walk on the Beacons into a genuinely enjoyabl…