I’m planning a trip to the UK in a few weeks. Wondering about connecting a trip on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway with a day’s walking on the CTCW. Specifically thinking of going by NYMR from Pickering to Grosmont or Goathland, maybe staying overnight, then next day walking to Whitby and staying the night there.

I’ve never tried something quite like this, and this is just a notional itinerary. I’ve done short hikes at home and usually do 10-20,000 steps a day in the city in normal course.

Looking for tips, accommodation suggestions or other advice about this plan. Thanks!

Title says it all; my friend and I are doing Ben Nevis in the last week of June

We’re both Scottish but we have both lived outside of Scotland for some time now so we’re having a little holiday back to the motherland and seeing a bunch of sights whilst there. With this we’ve planned to do the Nevis trail. Just wondering what to expect really? We’re both beginner hikers/hillwalkers but are reasonably fit and well. I train at the gym 3-4 times a week doing strength training and cardio plus we’re both keen cyclists.

I’m planning to get a few walks in before we do Ben Nevis. I live in Somerset and I’ve been looking at doing Cheddar Gorge but I’m keen to get out more and explore the area I live too so really keen to hear about walks in the Somerset area.

I’m assuming it’s going to be busy up there at the end of June. What’s the weather likely to be like? Any essentials we should take?

Thanks for any info

Hi everyone, I am currently working on my dissertation about the attitudes towards the name change of Brecon Beacons National Park to Bannau Brycheiniog and I would like to hear your opinions! All responses remain anonymous and all opinions count.

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Thank you!

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Does anyone have any recommendations for gaiters for these boots?

My old ones (el cheapo from Aldi a looong time ago) are getting very knackered and never did fit the boots that well.

A friend uses Berghaus Yeti Attack ones which seem very good for winter use but I'm not sure if they'd work with my boots.

Hello. Looking to hike Helvellyn, Lake District, UK this summer. I have heard the Striding and Swirral edge routes are notoriously difficult. Does anyone have an opinion on those routes? I am fairly fit and able and enjoy scrambling if the routes involves

I'm looking to take up hillwalking as an adult and thought it would be nice if people chipped in their experience. I live in Scotland so have plenty hills around me, and I've done a few munroes as a kid, so I know I love it. My fitness is terrible at the moment. Do you think I could just pick a wee hill and go for it? Is it safe to hike alone? Should I do a bit training beforehand? Any advice is appreciated:D

My old walking boots have finally died, and I need to replace them; in the time since I bought them, it looks like lots of people (on the internet at least!) have switched from boots to trail runners, since they are lightweight and dry quickly. The advantages in speed and comfort are pretty clear.

I'm not too worried about the obvious things people bring up - ankle protection! - but would love to know what people's experience is walking in the Scottish Munroes, Welsh mountains etc. I want to be able to walk year-round in places like Torridon - so bog, rock, a bit of light scrambling when necessary, but not really heading into crampon territory (at the moment)! If I change my mind on the crampons I can invest in real winter boots.

How are trail shoes for grip particularly? On wet rock? Steep muddy slopes? An unexpected patch of snow? These are things that matter to me, and a rigid sole and good heel helps. Or, what's it like going through a good Scottish bog in trail runners and then climbing the mountain? Decent boots have always kept me dry there...

If I was walking a long distance path again, I'd totally go for trail runners. But how have you found them on tougher terrain, nasty hills in murky weather?

FYI, my favourite boots ever were a pair of Scarpa Mantas - fit like a glove, as comfortable as old slippers, stuck to rock like glue, gripped anywhere and everywhere... Absolutely loved them. But I have to admit they were hot in summer and heavy...

Hi all,

I've been hillwalking/hiking for many years as I'm lucky enough to live somewhere with some decent routes. I've usually cracked on with a pair of rough cotton trousers though they're now in a bit of a state with frayed ends and holes etc., and it's time for an upgrade.

My question is if anyone could recommend any decent clothing makes? I'm not looking for anything super expensive but at the same time I'd like to get something of decent quality that'll last.

Thanks

Hi guys,

I'm looking to retire my large 70l pack that I use for getting out to the hills when I need to carry more loads. I usually try and keep it to 15kg (tent, sleeping bag, food etc) and I usually use it in winter when I need the extra stuff.

Have you guys got any recommendations for backpacks that are comfortable and light weight?

I'm hoping to keep the pack below 1.5kg if possible.

Doesn't seem like we have much option here in the UK and the lighter packs seem to be small manufacturers in the US.

Thanks

Will