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  • HOME
    • TOG Partners
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      • Scotland
      • Northern Ireland
      • Walks in Europe
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      • Dartmoor
      • Exmoor
      • New Forest
      • South Downs
      • The Broads
      • Bannau Brycheiniog / Brecon Beacons
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      • Pembrokeshire Coast
      • Peak District
      • North York Moors
      • Yorkshire Dales
      • Lake District
      • Northumberland
      • Cairngorms
      • Loch Lomond & the Trossachs
    • Accessible Walks
      • Wheel Friendly Walks
      • Sensory Walks
      • Family Walks Under 4 miles
      • Routes for Little Boots
      • Dog Friendly Walks
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Planting for the future

Planting for the Future

BLOG - TOG BlogBy The Outdoor Guide20th March 2023

In a stunning corner of north Wales lies an expanse of woodland in the heart of Eryri (Snowdonia). Surrounded by awe-inspiring landscape from spectacular mountain peaks, glacial lakes and ancient woodlands

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The Farne Islands

Farne Islands – The Precious Isles

BLOG - TOG BlogBy The Outdoor Guide13th March 2023

2.5 miles off the Northumberland coast is a National Nature Reserve. It’s a very special place that’s possibly the most significant seabird colony in England, home to 23 species, including 43,000 pairs of puffins

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Allergy Sufferers

10 Tips for How Allergy Sufferers Can Be Avid Hikers

BLOG - TOG CommunityBy The Outdoor Guide7th March 2023

Being surrounded by nature on a hike is a relaxing experience until your nose runs and your throat starts to itch …

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Outjoyment

National Camping and Caravanning Week 2023

BLOG - Partner NewsBy The Outdoor Guide21st February 2023

… to celebrate a happier and healthier lifestyle. The date has been set for this year’s National Camping and Caravanning Week (NCCW) – and it promises to be full of ‘outjoyment’ …

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Aidens TOG Blog

Aiden’s TOG Blog

BLOG - TOG CommunityBy The Outdoor Guide17th February 2023

In March 2022, Aiden (then aged 6 ¼ years) was inspired at the National Outdoor Expo where he met some of his outdoor heroes and he found out about The Outdoor Guide Foundation and their aim to provide Waterproofs and Wellies to every primary school in the UK …

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Backpacking Trips

10 Tips for Preparing for Multi-Day Backpacking Trips

BLOG - TOG CommunityBy The Outdoor Guide16th February 2023

Whether you’re an experienced backpacker or a beginner, packing for a multi-day trip can be a bit overwhelming. Here are 10 tips to help you prepare for your next adventure …

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National Outdoor Expo 2023

National Outdoor Expo 2023

BLOG - TOG BlogBy The Outdoor Guide9th February 2023

Coming up on 18-19 March will be the second National Outdoor Expo at the NEC in Birmingham. We were there last year and loved it so much that we’ll be back again this year!

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Deja-brew

Do you get Deja-brew? The best hidden Gloucestershire coffee spots to visit after your walk

BLOG - TOG CommunityBy The Outdoor Guide3rd February 2023

The best hidden Gloucestershire coffee spots to visit after your walk …

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Syrens

Syrens, Wells to Glastonbury

BLOG - TOG CommunityBy The Outdoor Guide19th January 2023

25 years ago, two artists were commissioned to create a community sculpture project tracking the pilgrimage route …

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Tree Glee

Giving back to the trees that give us so much

BLOG - TOG CommunityBy The Outdoor Guide16th January 2023

Across the duration of our life, from cradle to grave, trees support us – from the pine and poplar of the cots we sleep in as babies to the Oak coffins that surround us on our final journey …

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Pest Control

Hiker’s Guide to Pest Control

BLOG - TOG CommunityBy The Outdoor Guide13th January 2023

Hiking is one of life’s greatest pleasures if you’re the active outdoor sort. However, even the fittest adventurers can’t outrun the trail’s tiniest dangers …

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Location Location Feature

Location, Location, Location: How the Great Outdoors Influences Moving Home

BLOG - TOG CommunityBy The Outdoor Guide16th December 2022

If the last few years have taught us anything about our home life it’s that spending as much time doing the things we love is essential for our happiness

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