Gear Guides
Our gear guides cover the best hiking gear for UK trails, including walking boots, waterproof jackets, backpacks and outdoor equipment suitable for British weather.
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Best Wild Camping Backpacks for UK Trips (2026)
Read more: Best Wild Camping Backpacks for UK Trips (2026)A researched guide to wild-camping backpacks for UK trips, comparing capacity, fit, carried weight and…
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Best Lightweight Sleeping Bags for Wild Camping UK (2026)
Read more: Best Lightweight Sleeping Bags for Wild Camping UK (2026)Three current lightweight sleeping bags compared using published temperature ratings, weights and UK backpacking suitability,…
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Best Sleeping Mats for Wild Camping in the UK (2026)
Read more: Best Sleeping Mats for Wild Camping in the UK (2026)A researched guide to sleeping mats for UK wild camping, covering insulation, comfort, packed size,…
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Best Lightweight Tents for UK Wild Camping (2026)
Read more: Best Lightweight Tents for UK Wild Camping (2026)Three current lightweight two-person tents compared using manufacturer weights, waterproofing figures, pitching design and suitability…
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Day Hiking Essentials for UK Countryside Walks: Complete Gear List (2026)
Read more: Day Hiking Essentials for UK Countryside Walks: Complete Gear List (2026)Last reviewed and updated: February 2026 A good countryside walk does not need loads of…
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Best Head Torches for UK Walking & Hiking (2026 Guide)
Read more: Best Head Torches for UK Walking & Hiking (2026 Guide)Last reviewed and updated: February 2026 A head torch is one of those bits of…
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Best Day Hiking Backpacks (20–30L) for UK Countryside Walks (2026)
Read more: Best Day Hiking Backpacks (20–30L) for UK Countryside Walks (2026)Four research-based 20–30L day-pack picks for UK walks, with current manufacturer specs, clear trade-offs and…
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Best Walking Fleeces for UK Countryside Walks (2026)
Read more: Best Walking Fleeces for UK Countryside Walks (2026)Last reviewed and updated: February 2026 A good fleece is one of the most useful…
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What to Wear for UK Countryside Walks (Season-by-Season Guide 2026)
Read more: What to Wear for UK Countryside Walks (Season-by-Season Guide 2026)Last reviewed and updated: February 2026 Walking in the British countryside usually starts with good…
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Best Walking Trousers for UK Countryside Walks (2026)
Read more: Best Walking Trousers for UK Countryside Walks (2026)A shorter research-based guide to UK walking trousers: one all-round pair, one budget option and…