Getting out for a walk may be one of the simplest forms of exercise – but that doesn’t mean you don’t need the right kit to make the most of it. Effective layering and fabrics designed for the outdoors will make sure you’re comfortable and prepared for any weather, whether it’s your local park or a woodland path. Here’s our expert kit list for taking to the trails.

If you find yourself on lockdown in one of the UK's cities, getting your usual fix of nature is likely proving a challenge - but nature can be found in the most surprising of places. We've rounded up our favourite places to escape to nature in and around some of the biggest cities in the country, so nobody has to go without the healing powers of connecting with nature in these difficult times.

In partnership with the National Trust’s Woodland Appeal, we pledged to donate a percentage of our sales to help plant trees and keep our air clean for everyone to enjoy. With your help during Black Friday and through the sale of our National Trust Woodlands Appeal pin badges, we managed to donate enough to plant a total of 10,203 trees.

The wellbeing benefits of simply getting out for a walk are clear to see, so here are the National Trust’s tips on discovering the healing power of nature.

We’re proud to be an official partner of BBC Children in Need 2019, helping to change the lives of disadvantaged children and young people across the UK. We wanted to feature just some of the many fantastic projects that BBC Children in Need sponsor, helping young people to get outdoors all over the country.

Our in-store experts are happy to offer free walking boot and rucksack fitting services, so you know you’re heading out there in exactly the right kit.

Getting out for a walk on a cold day is one of our favourite things about winter; the lack of crowds and frosty landscapes make it the perfect relaxing escape. We’ve picked some of our favourite locations in the UK to visit on a chilly day, and the best walks to make the most of everything this season has to offer.

We all want to protect the outdoors that we love, but it can be hard knowing where to start. So here’s a round-up of some of our most sustainable brands.

When the rain starts pouring, it’s easy to stay inside and hibernate – but we think it’s the best time for an adventure. Here are our tips for making the most of the smaller crowds and the inevitable feeling of accomplishment by heading out for a wet-weather walk.

Meet the man who thinks experiences in the great outdoors could be the solution to reducing violent crime.

Adventure doesn’t wait for the weather, and the rain shouldn’t stop you from getting outside to do what you love. Embracing the rain and heading out on a walk brings a number of unique joys – but the right kit is absolutely essential. Dressing for the weather and having the right things with you will make sure your walk is enjoyable and safe, too, so here’s our kit list for a rainy-day walk (a waterproof jacket goes without saying!):

Walking poles are a mainstay in many walkers’ kit, and for good reason. Here’s our guide to what to look for when choosing a pair. 

Festival season is upon us and with our changeable British climate, having the right kit is crucial to an enjoyable festival experience, whatever the weather. However, as the climate crisis tightens its grip, the need to make small changes to our daily lives is ever more pressing. To help you apply these small changes to your festival routine, here are a few of our top eco-friendly festival tips.