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21 Expedition food ideas
This guide is for anyone looking for inspiration for their expedition food plan. I've covered all meals as well as ideas for dietary requirements such as vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free. I originally wrote this guide for anyone doing their Duke of Edinburgh (DofE)...
Wild camping Peak District: a guide
Before you read this wild camping Peak District post, make sure you read my more general wild camping UK guide first. Here you will find a broader overview on areas like what kit to take, going to the toilet and best practices. The Peak District is a...
Wild camping Lake District: a guide
Before you launch into this wild camping Lake District guide, check out my more general wild camping UK guide. Here you will find a broader overview of gear to take, how to go to the toilet in nature and best practices. The lake District is my absolute...
19 Fun camping games for adults
I'm known by my mates for knowing all the best activities and games to keep us entertained when camping....so here are a few of my favourites! The games are split into 2 sections: adult campfire games and adult camping games. The campfire games are designed to be...
A complete guide to Glamping in Yorkshire
In this Glamping Yorkshire guide, I'll cover everything you need to know to plan your glamping experience in Yorkshire. I've included a number of the best glamping sites available in Yorkshire from basic to luxury. My top **recommendations** will be marked with stars...
A perfect week at the best surf camp in Lombok
As a newbie to surfing, I was looking for a surf camp in Indonesia that could teach me the basics. Ideally in a place that ditched the crowds that you find on Bali. After some research, I found that Lombok had just what I was looking for. Lombok surf spots have it all...
How to spend an adventurous weekend in Qatar
I admit - I couldn't even pinpoint Qatar on a map before I visited. I knew nothing about the place. But my flight to Indonesia included a layover in the capital - Doha - and this seemed a good enough reason as any to include a short visit to this mysterious country....
Why this may be the worst time ever to be 30 and female…
(Note: This blog shares my personal thoughts and worries when it comes to having children as a passionate conservationist. It is not intended as criticism on others choices or beliefs. Or as a disregard of other women's circumstances.) I run a women's adventure...
Campsites on the South Downs Way
If you are reading this Campsites South Downs Way directory, my guess is you are about to head off on an adventure on this beautiful trail! Make sure you first read this Walking the South Downs Way guide which covers everything you need to know to make your journey as...