Blog – Finding Footpaths

Be a bad birdwatcher

Apr 24, 2022

If you would love to know more about the birds you're likely to see when you're out walking in the UK, join me on my bad birdwatcher journey.

With all the lovely warm weather we've had this past week, there are some bluebells out already. With this in mind, and looking ahead to next month, here is a walking route near Eartham where you will find one of the best bluebell woods in the area.

Walking with Children

Feb 20, 2022

It’s not always easy to encourage children to go out for walks. Here's how I am planning to help with top tips for tempting your children outside and keeping them engaged.

Gear Review: SEALSKINZ

Jan 23, 2022

Whatever happened to our lovely dry, sunny, cold and frosty winters? If, like me, you're fed up with all the rain we've been having lately, check out these waterproof socks.

A Global Treasure Hunt

Oct 24, 2021

Geocaching is a global treasure hunting game designed to encourage everyone (but especially children) into the outdoors. All you need is a smart phone, and you're ready to get started.

Wild Combe Camping

Aug 29, 2021

Looking for a wild camping experience in beautiful surroundings with all the luxury of a fully furnished bell tent? Look no further than Wild Combe Camping.

Climbing Ben Nevis

Jul 25, 2021

Sadly, I’ve only ever been to Scotland three times in my life. Once to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Edinburgh, once on a business trip to Glasgow and, most recently, to go on an organised walking tour in the Cairngorms.

A walk in West Wales

Jun 20, 2021

CARDIGAN/ABERTEIFI TO MWNT 10 KM / 3½ HOURS This is a 10 km route that takes you along the estuary of the river Teifi from Cardigan town centre to the coastal resort at Gwbert.

On the South Downs

May 23, 2021

I like discovering new ways to understand the things that are important to me. Recently, I've been searching for poetry about the South Downs and came across this beautiful poem by Sara Teasdale.