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‘Tis the season of crisp walks and wintery views. Indeed, nothing beats a day outdoors for most hillwalkers. But these Christmas gifts for hikers should put a smile on their face come Christmas morning while they eagerly await the annual festive walk. More importantly, in the current environmental crisis, we hope these gifts, hand-picked by the TGO team and accommodating for all budgets, won’t end up going to waste – or worse, letting you down in the hills and going to the scrapheap. Main image: A Christmas-coloured camp | Credit: Umar Andrabi If you know your hillwalking friend has put kit on ..read more

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Winter is a time to slow down and let the cold heightens your senses; a break from the never-ending adventure of summer. A time to be grateful for each moment of daylight. This, according to Vicki McCreadie, a 36-year-old college tutor and outdoor instructor who falls further for the Lake District with each fleeting winter of snow and ice. She moved north in 2012 to develop her outdoor education and instructing career. That’s over a decade of winters spent breaking ice to swim the lakes, installing the fat tyres, dusting off the skis – and removing snowballs from her dog Louie’s coat. “I love ..read more

There are some treks whose fame precedes them, even in non-hillwalking circles. Name drop Everest Base Camp or the Inca Trail on social media and your post will instantly sprout a forest of likes. It’s easy to dismiss these A-list adventures as crowd-pleasers – but there’s a reason they are so aspirational. These bucket list treks are some of the most beautiful you’ll find anywhere on Earth. They also present enough of a challenge to satisfy all but the most masochistic of walkers. Here’s how to get your trekking fix on five world-famous routes while avoiding the pitfalls of their popularity ..read more

The humble bothy provides shelter and camaraderie in the most remote landscapes in the UK. Some hillwalkers seek them to enjoy warmth, others to be a part of their shared history. Either way, bothy nights are sure to provide some of your finest mountain evenings spent in front of the fire. Here is a selection of the best bothy walks in Britain as well as detailed routes explaining how to reach your overnight destination. Before heading out, please ensure you fully understand and so can comply with the Bothy Code. 8 of the best bothy walks in the UK Kearvaig bothy on the Cape Wrath Trail Bob S ..read more

The Cairngorms feel like home to Jenny Sturgeon, who spent childhood exploring the unique landscape. In adulthood, its plateau, nooks and crannies are still unique despite their familiarity. As seasons shift so does the quality of light and sound of the place – an ever-altering essence driving the 36-year-old musician’s album The Living Mountain. This audio-visual concept album is inspired by Nan Shepherd’s seminal book of the same title, which engrossed Jenny upon first reading. Each song is dedicated to a chapter exploring the air, water, rocks and plateaus of these mountains. Much like plot ..read more

Water: that most essential, life-giving element with the capacity to permeate and carve its way through any given landscape. When combined with the rough edges of mountains, water and land create an irresistible spectacle – as any hillwalker who has scoured their map for promising spots or trails of blue will know. Here, our contributors have rounded up some of the finest water features in the UK – and the hikes that’ll take you there – in eight thrilling water walks. So, grab your waterproof jacket, reproof your boots and let’s go water hunting. Main image: Taking a swim in an immaculately st ..read more