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Have you seen these great walks throughout Britain?

Category: Walking Tips

link to Scrambling: A Hiker’s Guide to Moving with Confidence over Rocky Terrain

Scrambling: A Hiker’s Guide to Moving with Confidence over Rocky Terrain

For many hikers, the thrill of a walk lies not just in the destination but in the challenge of the terrain. When a trail gets steeper, rockier, and more rugged, you may find yourself transitioning...

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link to Be a Milky Wayfarer: Stargazing Walks in the Yorkshire Dales and Beyond

Be a Milky Wayfarer: Stargazing Walks in the Yorkshire Dales and Beyond

There’s something timeless about stargazing, looking up at a star-filled sky. For many of us, it’s a humbling and awe-inspiring experience; one that connects us with the wider universe and offers...

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link to Bagging Trig Points: A Walker’s Guide to Britain’s Concrete Pillars

Bagging Trig Points: A Walker’s Guide to Britain’s Concrete Pillars

There’s a special kind of thrill that only walkers and hikers truly understand — that moment when you spot a weathered concrete pillar on the horizon. It stands proudly atop hills and moorlands,...

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link to How to Tell How Long Until Sunset – Using Just Your Hands

How to Tell How Long Until Sunset – Using Just Your Hands

When you're out walking in the great outdoors, there’s a simple pleasure in leaving your phone in your backpack and letting nature guide you. But as the afternoon stretches on and the sun begins to...

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link to The Science of Efficient Walking: Optimising Movement for Health and Speed

The Science of Efficient Walking: Optimising Movement for Health and Speed

Walking is a natural activity most people do every day, but how efficiently you walk can make a big difference to your energy use and overall health. Efficient walking means using the least amount of...

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link to Breathing Techniques for Walkers to Improve Stamina and Endurance

Breathing Techniques for Walkers to Improve Stamina and Endurance

When you walk, how you breathe can change your experience and how you feel afterward. Using proper breathing techniques while walking helps you get more oxygen, stay relaxed, and improve your overall...

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Hi I'm Paul, I took up walking when my ex-partner Nicky rescued her dog, Paco, from the streets of Romania through a charity, Perrera Dogs UK. We had hundreds of lovely walks, and I thought it would be good to share some of the things I've learned along the way. Walking in the countryside is so good for your health, both physically and mentally, so I hope I can inspire you to get out in the countryside.

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