Destination: Llyn Llygad Rheidol Distance: 4.5 m (7.2 km) return Trailhead: By the shores of Nant-y-moch Map: OS Explorer Map 213 The Cambrian Mountains is a peaceful and unspoilt upland area in Mid Wales. With Snowdonia National Park in the north and the Brecon Beacons to the south, this unique area had also been proposed … More Cambrian Mountains, Wales
Mynydd Dinas / Dinas Mountain (307m/1007ft) is a very special mountain above the village of Dinas Cross on the North Pembrokeshire Coast, Wales. On a clear day the views can stretch as far north as the Llŷn Peninsula in North Wales and across the sea to the Wicklow Hills of Ireland. Many visitors to the … More Mynydd Dinas / Dinas Mountain
Dow Crag: 778m (2552ft) Distance: 8 miles (13 km) Trailhead: Coniston Village car park Map & Guidebook: OS Explorer Map OL6. A Pictorial Guide To The Lakeland Fells Book Four: The Southern Fells, Alfred Wainwright Dow Crag is situated in the southern fells of the English Lake District, and can be climbed from the village … More Dow Crag, English Lake District
“Happiness only real when shared” ~ Christopher McCandless (1968-1992) My partner and I discovered a love for hiking together during a holiday to the English Lake District. We stumbled around for most of the week without proper maps or waterproofs. We didn’t know any of the mountains by name, and certainly had no clue about … More A Shared Experience
When there is a need for quiet and space, what better place to be than the open expanse of the Preseli Hills in North Pembrokeshire. A wild remote moorland range of heath, grassland and bog situated within the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, established in 1952. This is a place of prehistoric remains. Where early human … More The Preseli Hills, Wales
At the beginning of any long hike, both body and mind will be resisting every step of the way. The early rising and heavy backpack feels like punishment. The long walk in and then steep ascent will be torture. For the first hour or more, there is nothing more appealing than to have stayed home, … More Lessons From The Mountains
This image was taken many years ago on a Christmas Day hike onto the summit of Dale Head in the English Lake District. The hike began under grey and overcast conditions, but soon upon reaching the mountain ridge, sunlight appeared across the land. Filled with delight, I ran from viewpoint to viewpoint trying to capture … More Perfect Imperfections
Nestled in the southwest of Wales is the stunning coastline of the Pembrokeshire Coast, where dramatic sea cliffs descend into wild ocean waves. The Pembrokeshire Coast Path, established in 1970, was the first National Trail in Wales. There are 186 miles of stunning coastal landscape from Amroth in the south to St Dogmaels in the north, … More Pembrokeshire Coast Path, Wales
The Carmarthen Fans: Picws Du (749m/2457ft), Fan Brycheiniog (802m/2631ft) Distance: Full route 15 km (9.3 miles). Short route 4.2 km (2.6 miles) Map & Guidebook: OS Explorer Map OL12, Walking On The Brecon Beacons (A Cicerone Guide) by Andrew Davies and David Whittaker Trailhead: Head of the Sawdde Valley car park (SN800 238) The Carmarthen Fans … More The Carmarthen Fans
Having spent most of my time growing up in a city, it wasn’t until I was in my early thirties that I discovered the great outdoors. I strongly believe that accessibility to the natural world, such as hiking in mountains, is not necessarily available to all. For children growing up in cities, there is no … More Discovering Nature
“We have to learn to live our life deeply as a human being. We need to live every breath deeply, so that we have peace, joy, and freedom as we breathe.” ~ Thich Nhat Hanh When we dig deep into the practices of Yoga, Tai Chi, or Meditation, what becomes apparent is the universal message … More Remember To Breathe
Scafell Pike at 978m/3209ft is the highest mountain in England. Map & Guidebook: OS Explorer Map OL4 & OL6. A Pictorial Guide To The Lakeland Fells: Book Four, The Southern Fells, Alfred Wainwright, Frances Lincoln Limited. Trailhead: Seathwaite Farm car park (Borrowdale Valley) The walk is 10 miles/16 km return. On a hazy summer’s day in … More Scafell Pike: The Highest Mountain In England
“All I ask for, at the end, is a last long resting place by the side of Innominate Tarn, on Haystacks, where the water gently laps the gravelly shore and the heather blooms and Pillar and Gable keep unfailing watch. A quiet place, a lonely place. I shall go to it, for the last time, … More Lakeland Images: Buttermere
The Glyderau mountain range consists of twelve summits and occupies an unique position in Snowdonia National Park. Located between the Snowdon massif and the expansive mountains of the Carneddau, the Glyderau ridge offers far reaching mountainous scenery. From the ground, the two highest peaks Glyder Fawr and Glyder Fach are unassuming. The broad mountain plateau obscure … More The Glyderau Mountains
Crimpiau (475m/1558ft), Snowdonia National Park, North Wales Distance: 6 km (3.5 miles) Trailhead: SNPA car park, Capel Curig off the A5 road Map & Guidebook: OS Explorer Map OL17. A Pictorial Guide to The Mountains of Snowdonia 1. The Northern Peaks, John Gillham Nearest Accommodation: Capel Curig, Betws-y-Coed, Beddgelert For a modest elevation of 475m, Crimpiau occupies … More Crimpiau, Snowdonia National Park
Buachaille Etive Beag: Mountain range with two Munros, Stob Dubh (958m) and Stob Coire Raineach (925m), Glen Coe, Highlands of Scotland Distance: 8 km/5 miles (5-6 hrs return) Map & Guidebook: OS Explorer Map 384. Ben Nevis and Glen Coe, Ronald Turnbull (Cicerone Guide) Trailhead: Car park opposite the ‘beehive’ cairn in Glen Coe on the A82 … More Buachaille Etive Beag, Scotland
Torridon area of Wester Ross, Highlands of Scotland Distance: 14 km/8.75 miles (4-5 hrs return) Map & Guidebook: OS Explorer Map 433. Walking in Torridon, Peter Barton (Cicerone Guide) Trailhead: Beinn Eighe car park in Glen Torridon on the A896 road Nearest Accommodation: Torridon or Kinlochewe In the Torridon region of Wester Ross in the Highlands of Scotland … More The Triple Buttress of Coire Mhic Fhearchair, Scotland
Cathedral Cove is on most New Zealand’s “must see” lists. I knew about it from numerous sources. It is one of those place names that instantly captures the imagination. Cathedral Cove is located on the Coromandel Peninsula in New Zealand’s North Island. The name refers to a large natural arched cavern through a rocky headland, connecting … More The Popularity Of Cathedral Cove
In New Zealand’s Bay of Plenty lies the extinct volcano dome of Mount Maunganui. At 232m high, this is a distinct landmark that can be seen for miles on this beautiful stretch of coast in the North Island. The uniquely shaped dome is known to locals as The Mount. Its Maori name Mauao is often used … More Mount Maunganui, New Zealand
