Mam Tor? What a strange name! Yes it is a rather uncommon appellation, but there’s no question this lofty peak in the English county of Derbyshire is a lot more popular than its title! Meaning “mother hill”, Mam Tor can be found in the Peak District National Park – the UK’s first national park. At […]
Tag Archives: Hiking
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Sep
Sep
One of the top Yorkshire walks, the Ingleton Waterfall Trail is a must visit when you’re in this beautiful region of the UK. Situated on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, this stunning trail is easy to access and boasts a diverse terrain, epic views and some seriously impressive waterfalls. Easy to conquer […]
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Jun
Jun
If you thought travelling to Tenerife was all about just lying on a sunbed, think again! Here’s the top 7 hikes to enjoy in Tenerife that will show you why this Spanish island is a great break for those who enjoy a more active kind of holiday too! From hiking active volcanoes to trekking through […]
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Jan
Jan
The UK’s highest peak, climbing Ben Nevis had been on my bucket list for a looooong time! And finally, this summer, I made it to the top! Located in Scotland, in the beautiful West Highlands, Ben Nevis makes for the perfect one day hike. To get there I travelled to Glasgow with a group of […]
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Jul
Jul
If you enjoy wild paths and untamed landscapes, then Romania is the hiking destination you need to put on your list right now! And there’s no better spot to visit in this country for a good stomp than the Carpathian Mountains. Actually spread over 7 European countries, Romania is home to over half of […]
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Jun
Jun
I’m not going to beat around the bush here, instead I’ll get straight to the point and say Madeira is a hiking mecca! Given how into walking I am, it’s pretty incredible it’s taken me this long to get to this amazing Portuguese island, but thankfully I’ve finally made it and can certainly attest to […]
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Mar
Mar
Spain really is one of my favourite countries to visit in Europe, not least because of the amazing walking opportunities it offers. Sunny, culturally vibrant and with bucket loads of history, what I love most of all about Spain however are the views and landscapes, which are out of this world! And what better way […]
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Nov
Nov
There’s no question Ronda’s famous bridge – el Puente Nuevo – is the reason most people head to this gorgeous Andalusian town in southern Spain. It is, after all, one of the region’s icons and an absolutely splendid feat of architecture set in stunning surrounds. I’m very glad to confirm it was certainly one of […]
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Aug
Aug
There’s few better spots to combine lungful’s of sea air and an excellent day’s walking in the UK, that the stunning southern county of Dorset! From incredible coastline made famous by miles of dramatic cliffs, through to gorgeous sandy beaches and quaint thatched-roof villages that dot the rolling green countryside, this is one of my […]
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Jul
Jul
Although the New Forest may be more famous for its cycling, there’s no question that walking amongst the beautiful trees here is a delightful thing to do too. As a National Park, complete with wild ponies and donkeys, the wonderful landscape and wildlife definitely make it a super place for a stroll! And, as most […]