There are plenty of ways to climb Helvellyn but reaching the summit via Striding Edge and returning along Swirral Edge is the classic route. Scrambling across the knife edge ridges makes Helvellyn one of the most exciting mountains to climb in the Lake District, and […]

The Cuillin mountain range, coastal walks to tidal islands and mysterious rock formations makes Skye a hikers’ playground. These five walks show off Skye’s dramatic and diverse landscape. Blà Bheinn If you’ve got one, good clear day while you’re visiting the Isle of Skye, this […]

The Old Man of Storr has become synonymous with the Isle of Skye. This route is often busy but the distinctive landscape justifies why the Storr is on everyone’s Skye itinerary Start and End Location: Storrr car park, just under 7 miles from Portree. There […]

There are many uninhabited, tidal islands off the coast of Skye. When the tide is low, a secluded beach emerges between Oronsay and Ullinish and the causeway can be crossed to reach the cliff edges. The walk offers breath-taking views across Loch Bracadale and the island’s […]

The walk begins with a slog through flat, boggy moorland but once you reach the summit, wading through rivers suddenly becomes worth it. Often described as one of Britain’s finest viewpoints, the final ascent looks across the rough peaks of the Cuillins and down to […]

The Quiraing are otherworldly. Jagged rock pillars jut out of the moorland at odd angles and the majestic views are as far reaching as the Outer Hebrides. This circular walk weaves through the base of the Quiraing and returns across the top of the cliffs, […]

This linear hike is part of the Via Alpina, a route which runs across Switzerland between Sargans and Montreux. The central section of the route, from Engelberg to Mürren, is one of the most scenic. Further sections of Via Alpina can be found in the Swiss […]

Cadair Idris is the second most popular mountain in Wales. The views are spectacular and, as the location is slightly more remote, you don’t get the Snowdon crowds. Start and End Location: Minffordd pay and display car park (£5 for the day) Start Postcode: LL36 […]

If you’re one for stats, the Lake District is the largest National Park in England and home to England’s highest mountain and largest lake. The Lake District also happens to be one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been; on low level walks, mountain […]