Best Waterproof Walking Jackets for UK Countryside Walks (2026)
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Best Walking Trousers for UK Countryside Walks (2026)
What Makes a Good Pair of Walking Trousers in the UK? Walking trousers don’t get much attention until they’re wrong. Too stiff, too thin, slow to dry, or somehow both…
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Best Head Torches for UK Walking & Hiking (2026 Guide)
Last reviewed and updated: February 2026 A head torch is one of those bits of kit you do not think about until you really need it. Early morning walks, winter…
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Best Day Hiking Backpacks (20–30L) for UK Countryside Walks (2026)
Last reviewed and updated: February 2026 Walking in the UK usually means carrying more than you expect. Waterproofs, spare layers, snacks, water, maybe a flask. Before long, your pockets are…
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Best Walking Fleeces for UK Countryside Walks (2026)
Last reviewed and updated: February 2026 A good fleece is one of the most useful layers you can own for walking in the UK. Most countryside walks involve changing conditions.…
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What to Wear for UK Countryside Walks (Season-by-Season Guide 2026)
Walking in the British countryside usually starts with good intentions and ends with muddy shoes. The weather changes quickly, paths are rarely forgiving, and what feels fine in the car…
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Best Walking Socks for UK Countryside Walks (2026)
What Makes a Good Walking Sock for the UK? Walking socks are easy to overlook, but they make more difference than most people expect. Cold feet, sore heels, or damp…
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Best Waterproof Walking Jackets for UK Countryside Walks (2026)
If you walk in the UK, you already know the weather rarely makes up its mind. A walk can start bright and calm, then turn damp and windy halfway through,…
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The Best Walking Shoes for UK Countryside Walks (2026 Guide)
Last reviewed and updated: January 2026. Walking in the British Countryside Walking in the British countryside is hard on shoes. Paths change quickly, the weather rarely commits to staying dry,…

“There’s no such thing as bad weather, only unsuitable clothing.”
— Alfred Wainwright