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I write hiking guides – here is the trail-tested gear I genuinely recommend

Sian Lewis, travel journalist and author of Under the Stars, a new guide to the UK’s best campsites, reveals her 10 picks for the great outdoors

Evening Standard · Aug 21

I thought testing ice-cream makers would be fun – then came the milk-fuelled madness

After three dozen eggs, 30 lemons and a concerning amount of unplanned butter, our tester learned the hard way how to make the perfect ice-cream. Plus, how to buy a bike

The Guardian - UK · Aug 17

I’m a camping expert – these are the 10 best places to pitch up in the UK

Whether you want to camp on the beach, park your van in the mountains or stay in a remote cabin, Sian Lewis has discovered the perfect spots to sleep wild across the country

The Independent UK · Aug 12

From luxury duvets to sofa-ready PJs: 12 cosy updates you’re loving right now

Your January favourites – whether that’s hand cream or a bodysuit – say it all: you’re hibernating for winter

The Guardian - UK · Feb 2

I’m training for a half marathon in the winter – this is the running gear I’m wearing

From headtorches to fleece-lined leggings, pound the pavement with these cold weather essentials

The Independent UK · Jan 14

The big freeze: 21 winter essentials to get you through the cold snap

Storm Goretti is bringing an icy blast to the UK this week. Whether you’re hunkering down at home or braving a winter run, we’ve rounded up everything you need to keep cosy

The Guardian - UK · Jan 8

The 17 best pubs with rooms in the UK for cosy autumn stays

Summer might be coming to a close, but with autumn around the corner, you can look forward to spending the night in a cosy pub with rooms for a stylish, foodie staycation in the UK

The Independent UK · Oct 30, 2025

9 best walking poles for every adventure, trail-tested by our experts

I tackled tough terrain and steep climbs with walking poles for every trail and budget

The Independent UK · Oct 14, 2025

"Light, breathable and highly packable" - our outdoor gear experts love the iconic Patagonia Nano Puff jacket and we've found it for over $70 off

The Nano Puff is one of Patagonia's most popular jackets for a reason, combining a comfortable fit with dependable wind-resistance

Advnture · Jul 28, 2025

11 best tents for camping, tried and tested in the great outdoors

Sleep under canvas in style, with these tried and tested camping tents

The Independent UK · Jul 24, 2025