This 25 mile hike along my favourite section of the Cleveland Way is a great walking challenge. Read on to learn more... A superb walking challenge along the Cleveland Way in North Yorkshire Full write up to come... WALK DISTANCE: 25.32 miles TOTAL ASCENT: 4567ft WALK TIME: 12.5 hours WALK DIFFICULTY: Hard & long! Map route from Osmotherely to Roseberry Topping: The full route along the Cleveland Way from Osmotherly to Roseberry Topping. Full interactive map route below: If you don't have a Phone Map App - I really recommend the one by Ordnance Survey. You ..read more

The idyllic modern eco lodges at Whispering Waters are nestled right beside the River Tees at Gainford, near Barnard Castle in Teesdale   Review of the lodges with hot tubs at Whispering Waters in Gainford, Teesdale I've visited the lodges at Whispering Waters in Gainford twice now and that goes some way to show what I think of the place. I'm always on the lookout for some great places to stay and when I first discovered these lodges I just had to give them a visit as they are something a little different from the typical lodges with hot tubs. Read on to learn what I think of ..read more

  Cow Close Gill Waterfall or Middle Falls - One of my favourite Yorkshire Waterfalls. Read on to learn where it is... One of Yorkshires best waterfalls - Cow Close Gill Waterfall or 'Middle Falls' This stunning waterfall actually has no name - quite surprising about considering how picturesque it is. On google maps it's referred to as Middle Falls, and elsewhere it's referred too as Cow Close Gill Falls as its on Cow Close Gill. Not many people have heard of it compared to the more well-known waterfalls in Yorkshire, and you won't see many photos of it as it's a little off the ..read more

Glimmers are those micro moments of goodness in our lives Glimmers - those micro moments of goodness in our lives Have you come across the concept of ‘Glimmers’? It’s a concept I've only just come across, and a bit of a game changer in being able to alter our perspective on life. 'Glimmers' are the micro-moments of goodness in our lives - and the recognition of these moments and being grateful for them can lift our day and make us happier. We might think happiness is a constant state to aim for (but this will cause dissatisfaction at the frustration of not being happy all the time ..read more

Those epic landscape views can't help but install a feeling of awe in us, which has many benefits to our well-being, happiness and health. I love the outdoors, I think that’s pretty obvious if you follow my stuff, such as this blog or my social channels haha. I can’t get enough of it - and whenever I can I’ll get outside, whether it’s a local walk by the coast, in a park or woodland. When I have more time, I’ll take off on a road-trip or wild camp to places further afield - often to places close to where I live in Northern England, such as The Lake District, Yorkshire Dales, Northu ..read more

  The imposing An Teallach ridge taken from just below the summit of Bidein Galas Thull - the best view point along the full ridge in my humble opinion An Teallach walk, one of the finest ridges in the UK The An Teallach ridge in Scotland is a spectacular mountainous formation renowned for its rugged beauty and challenging terrain. Situated in the remote and wild northwest Highlands, this imposing ridge offers a thrilling and demanding adventure for seasoned hikers and mountaineers. The name "An Teallach" translates to "The Anvil" in Gaelic, reflecting the formidable nature o ..read more

  Cauldron Falls in the village of West Burton is one of my favourite waterfalls in the Yorkshire Dales and is relatively easy to get to. Read on to learn my Top 10 favourite waterfalls in the Yorkshire Dales... My favourite waterfalls in North Yorkshire The waterfalls of North Yorkshire are a natural wonder that encapsulates both tranquility and awe-inspiring beauty. Nestled within the unique rugged landscapes of Yorkshire, there are plenty of cascading falls which offer a breathtaking spectacle for visitors. Each waterfall in Yorkshire possesses its own unique charm and ..read more

Cauldron Falls in the village of West Burton is one of my favourite waterfalls in the Yorkshire Dales and is relatively easy to get to. Read on to learn my Top 10 favourite waterfalls in the Yorkshire Dales... #1. Aysgarth Falls Waterfall in the Yorkshire Dales Aysgarth Falls is perhaps the most impressive set of waterfalls in Northern England and consists of Upper, Middle and Lower Falls. Pictured here is Upper Falls, which most only visit but all tiers worth visiting, with lower falls my personal favourite. #2. Hardraw Force Waterfall, near Hawes, in the Yorkshi ..read more

  Hiring a campervan in the Lake District  brings with it a new level of freedom to go anywhere! Campervan trip in the Lake District The Lake District is one of my favourite places in the world and when I usually stay here it's either wild camping or staying in a b&b or hotel. It's a dream of mine to have my own Campervan one day, and tour the lakes whenever the mood takes me. So I thought I'd do the next best thing and rent a campervan for a long weekend in the Lake District. The downside about hiring a camerpervan and touring the lakes is that the National Park aut ..read more

   Approaching the dramatic looking Sharp Edge, leading up to Atkinson Pike. Read on to learn more about this grand snowy walk to Blencathra... There's not many more dramatic Lake District walks than Blencathra via Sharp Edge in the snow Blencathra via Sharp Edge is one of my favourite walks any time of year, and I do it often, but when the snow arrives it adds a whole new level of drama in tackling the iconic Sharp Edge ridge and is a good test for any seasoned hiker. Walking in the snow can take it out of you - so I often do the Blencthra route in the shortest way possibl ..read more