Beginner Guides
Starting hiking or wild camping can feel overwhelming.
There’s a lot of advice online, a lot of gear recommendations, and sometimes it can seem like you need to buy half an outdoor shop before you even begin.
The truth is, you don’t.
Here we’ve put together some guides designed to help beginners start simply, build confidence on the trail, and enjoy the countryside without overthinking it. You’ll find guides on what to wear, what to pack, how to plan your first walks, and how to get started with wild camping in the UK.
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Helvellyn via Striding Edge: The Route, the Risk, and the Dog Who Wouldn’t Leave
Read more: Helvellyn via Striding Edge: The Route, the Risk, and the Dog Who Wouldn’t LeaveRambl · Beginner Guides Helvellyn via Striding Edge: The Route, the Risk, and the Dog…
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Free UK Hiking Checklist Builder
Read more: Free UK Hiking Checklist BuilderNot sure what to pack for your next walk? Use this free UK hiking checklist…
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How to Stay Safe While Hiking and Wild Camping (Beginner Guide)
Read more: How to Stay Safe While Hiking and Wild Camping (Beginner Guide)Rambl · Beginner Guides How to Stay Safe While Hiking and Wild Camping (Beginner Guide)…
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What to Do If You Get Lost While Hiking (Beginner Guide)
Read more: What to Do If You Get Lost While Hiking (Beginner Guide)What to do if you become lost while hiking in the UK, including stopping, checking…
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Hiking Etiquette in the UK (Beginner Guide)
Read more: Hiking Etiquette in the UK (Beginner Guide)Rambl · Beginner Guides Hiking Etiquette in the UK (Beginner Guide) Public footpaths in the…
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How to Pace Yourself While Hiking (Beginner Guide)
Read more: How to Pace Yourself While Hiking (Beginner Guide)A beginner-friendly guide to pacing yourself on hikes, covering steady effort, hills, breaks, food, water…
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How to Train for Hiking (Beginner Guide for UK Walkers)
Read more: How to Train for Hiking (Beginner Guide for UK Walkers)Rambl · Beginner Guides How to Train for Hiking (Beginner Guide for UK Walkers) If…
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How to Avoid Blisters While Hiking (Beginner Guide)
Read more: How to Avoid Blisters While Hiking (Beginner Guide)Practical ways to reduce blister risk while hiking, including footwear fit, socks, hot spots, moisture…
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How Far Should Beginners Hike? (A Simple Guide for Your First Walk)
Read more: How Far Should Beginners Hike? (A Simple Guide for Your First Walk)Rambl · Beginner Guides How Far Should Beginners Hike? (A Simple Guide for Your First…
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Beginner Hiking Mistakes to Avoid (And How to Prevent Them)
Read more: Beginner Hiking Mistakes to Avoid (And How to Prevent Them)Common beginner hiking mistakes and practical ways to avoid them, from overambitious routes and poor…