Van life, hiking and outdoor adventures across Europe
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Category: UK Adventures
Weekends away, long routes, and outdoor escapes across the UK – from the Lake District to the Scottish Highlands. Written from years of exploring Britain before trading it for a van and the rest of Europe.
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After a rainy start of 2022, we have decided to spend long a weekend in the Lake District. Our usual weekends involve lots of climbing and hiking and we often try to cramp too much in 2 days. So for a change, we decided to have a relaxing weekend with some nice walks and spend…
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How we completed the NC500 road trip in 14 days for under £500 – two people, one dog, wild camping the entire route. This post covers sleeping arrangements, a full kit list, petrol and food costs with a complete breakdown, and what we actually spent. Written in 2020 during COVID-19 when international travel was off…
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Eight of the most memorable hikes on the NC500 and Isle of Skye – including Beinn Eighe (18 km, 1,116 m ascent), Sandwood Bay (13 km), the Quiraing loop, Old Man of Storr, and Fairy Pools. Each trail listed with distance, time, and honest notes from the route. With all the COVID-19 going on, it…
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Today we went for a little walk around Warland Reservoir. This is our ‘go-to’ spot when we don’t have much time, but still like to get outside even if it’s for an hour or two.Below are just a few reasons why we like coming here: Let me know if you been here before, and what…
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Today we did an awesome 8 miles hike passing reservoirs, wild swimming spots and waterfalls with some easy scrambling and lots of beautiful views. With less than 30minutes drive from Manchester this is a must for anyone who loves outdoors. There is a path to go up to the Holme Clough Waterfall, or if you…
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No matter how many times I visit this place, I always have loads of fun! No two adventures are the same – every trip throws up new scenery and fresh experiences. This beautiful spot is only a 45-minute drive from Manchester 👌🏻 The Blackstone Edge offers a rocky 1,549ft summit, and a road that was…