Winter Walks: Why It’s Good To Keep Moving In The Colder Months
Walking at any time of year can benefit our physical and mental health. It is a natural and innate activity that can keep us grounded in nature …
Sleeping well Throughout The Winter
If you’ve read Julia’s latest book, Walk Yourself Happy, you’ll already know the importance of getting enough sleep for your mind, body and soul …
The Therapeutic Effects of Nature: How Green Spaces Aid in Addiction Recovery
Addiction takes away a lot from life, while nature bestows life itself and a multitude of gifts. Although addiction is a treatable medical disorder, the process of recovery is long and challenging …
Walking For Health · Small Steps Big Changes
Walking is recommended by many doctors as a way of managing various health problems. It’s a low impact form of exercise that can get blood flowing, release endorphins and speed up digestion …
Cope with Cancer by Getting Outdoors
When I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2019, I was devastated. The following 18 months of surgery and treatment was gruelling. It had as much impact on my emotional wellbeing as it did my physical health …
These Multicoloured Islands
I began exploring and writing about these islands forty years ago, and right away became fascinated with what lies under the ground. Creamy limestone of the Cotswolds, rough gritstone of the Dark Peak …
Exploring The Great Outdoors In Sussex
With rolling hills, winding rivers, timeworn forests and storybook villages dotted across its landscape …
Responsible Recreation: Sustainable Tips To Protect Local Wildlife
The UK’s natural landscapes host an abundance of wildlife and habitats that should not only be celebrated for their diversity but are also worth protecting …
Top tips for packing light for your travels
Whether you’re taking a holiday or backpacking, packing light can be tough – especially as most of us have a tendency to want to over-prepare …
Can You Taste Contaminated Water on a Hike?
Hiking in the great outdoors can make you dehydrated. However, it is best to refrain from using a backcountry water source to quench your thirst …
How to Plan Your Next Vacation
Vacation time is exciting! There are so many adventures to go on it can make you feel waves of warmth rushing over you …
Four Dog-friendly Holiday Activities
For many of us, our canine companions are considered part of the family, accompanying us wherever possible. Although unfortunately, this can make planning a holiday stressful …