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. Here 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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How to Stay Safe While Hiking and Wild Camping (Beginner Guide)
Read more: How to Stay Safe While Hiking and Wild Camping (Beginner Guide)Last reviewed and updated: March 2026 Hiking and wild camping are two of the best…
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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)Last reviewed and updated: March 2026 Getting lost is something almost every hiker worries about…
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Hiking Etiquette in the UK (Beginner Guide)
Read more: Hiking Etiquette in the UK (Beginner Guide)Last reviewed and updated: March 2026 Public footpaths in the UK often pass through farmland,…
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How to Pace Yourself While Hiking (Beginner Guide)
Read more: How to Pace Yourself While Hiking (Beginner Guide)Last reviewed and updated: March 2026 One of the biggest challenges beginner hikers face is…
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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)Last reviewed and updated: March 2026 If you’re new to hiking, one of the best…
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How to Avoid Blisters While Hiking (Beginner Guide)
Read more: How to Avoid Blisters While Hiking (Beginner Guide)Last reviewed and updated: March 2026 Blisters are one of the most common problems new…
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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)Last reviewed and updated: March 2026 Starting hiking can feel intimidating at first. One of…
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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)Last reviewed and updated: March 2026 Starting hiking is one of the best things you…
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How to Plan Your First Hiking Route (Beginner Guide)
Read more: How to Plan Your First Hiking Route (Beginner Guide)Last reviewed and updated: March 2026 When you first start hiking, choosing where to go…
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What to Pack for a Day Hike in the UK (Beginner Guide)
Read more: What to Pack for a Day Hike in the UK (Beginner Guide)Last reviewed and updated: March 2026 If you’re new to hiking, you might wonder what…