Wired For Adventure

24/07/2025

There’s nothing quite like gliding through water with towering mountains as your backdrop. We’ve just returned from an unforgettable weekend sea kayaking with Glenmore Lodge, surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Scottish Highlands. Even better, we were joined by a fantastic crew and some genuinely great instructors who made the experience all the more rewarding.

If you’re looking to build confidence on the water, this is a good place to start.

22/07/2025

One of the most important pieces of kit in your adventure wardrobe has to be socks. Bad socks can ruin a good adventure, while great socks can elevate the experience, and Darn Tough socks are definitely great. Made in Vermont, USA, from premium materials like merino wool and unconditionally guaranteed for life.

Lucky for you, Darn Tough is giving you the chance to win seven free pairs of their socks – that’s one for each day of the week. And because they’re guaranteed for life, that’s basically as many socks as you’ll ever need.

Simply click the link below to enter the competition: https://darntough.uk/pages/win-socks-for-life?srsltid=AfmBOooxz-qfJrjqhbb2c_P4CoCVUnngunZmGefnxJjwpsBnMUYKcVNI?utm_source=adventurize&utm_medium=giveaway&utm_campaign=2025&utm_content=wired-for-adventure&utm_term=sfl

17/07/2025

5 incredible on-the-water holidays to inspire your next escape

There’s something timelessly soothing about life on the water. Maybe it’s the gentle rhythm of the waves, the endless horizon, or the way the world slows down when you're afloat.

Whether you’re dreaming of island hopping under sun drenched skies or navigating wild coastlines with the wind in your hair, we’ve rounded up five unforgettable on-the-water experiences to inspire your next journey: https://www.wiredforadventure.com/5-of-the-best-on-the-water-holidays/

14/07/2025

The best outdoors gear for July 2025.

It’s hard to believe we’re already halfway through 2025, but with summer in full swing, there’s no better time to get outside and make the most of it. Whether you're scaling peaks in the Lake District, exploring the woodlands of the Forest of Dean or hiking a stretch of the South West Coast Path, the right gear makes all the difference. These are some of our absolute favourites this month, essentials we’re reaching for no matter where the adventure takes us: https://www.wiredforadventure.com/the-best-outdoors-gear-for-july-2025/

09/07/2025

Wired for Adventure issue 175 is out now!

In this issue, we’ve been on the hunt for the best ways to brush up your skills right here in the UK, from paddling to scrambling, so you can get adventure-ready this summer. We’ve also got a beginner’s guide to via ferrata so you can get ready to tackle some epic exposure.

Plus, we line up some of the world’s ultimate hikes you need to do before you die like the Tour du Mont Blanc, the trek to Everest Base Camp, and the Huayhuash Circuit in Peru and tell you how to get out there and tick them off your bucket list.

Along with all that, you can read what we got up to in Shetland and Orkney (drinking with a Viking and coming face-to-face with apex predators among other adrenaline-filled activities), visit Britain’s most remote pub, and check out some of the UK’s best rivers for paddling.

To pick up your copy today with free UK postage, click the link here: https://www.wiredforadventure.com/product/wired-for-adventure-current-issue-26/

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06/07/2025

There’s no better way to experience a landscape than to hike through it. It’s all about syncing your natural rhythm to the pace of the world around; the steady forward progress that’s perfectly timed to the footsteps of wildlife, the song of the birds, and the breath of the wind. Walking allows you to take it all in.

The best thing about hiking, though, is its accessibility, both personally and geographically. You don’t need technical skills to walk, and you can go on a great hike almost anywhere in the world. Having said that, there are treks that go beyond a stroll in the park and become truly life-affirming experiences. The six that we’ve chosen here offer scenery at its grandest, satisfying amounts of challenge, and the chance to connect with nature that’s still raw and wild. Click the link below to find out more: https://www.wiredforadventure.com/the-worlds-greatest-hikes-you-need-to-add-to-your-bucket-list/

16/06/2025

If you’re setting off on a hike, one of the most important pieces of kit that you need is socks. Bad socks can ruin a good walk, while great socks can elevate the hiking experience, and Darn Tough socks are definitely great. Made in Vermont, USA, from premium materials like merino wool and unconditionally guaranteed for life, Darn Tough socks keep your feet happy day in, day out. I know because they’re my go-to hiking socks.

Darn Tough is giving you the chance to win seven free pairs of their socks – that’s one for each of the hikes above. And because they’re guaranteed for life, that’s basically as many socks as you’ll ever need.

Simply click the link below to enter the competition to win seven pairs of Darn Tough socks: https://www.wiredforadventure.com/the-7-best-day-hikes-in-the-uk-and-a-chance-to-win-new-darn-tough-socks-for-each-day/

Subscribe to email for a chance to win socks. For Life. Seriously. 7 pairs of socks on us; one for each day of the week.

11/06/2025

Shropshire is one of the prettiest counties in England. The historic towns, picturesque rolling hills, and historic woodlands. It’s also a walker’s paradise, with a wide network of footpaths that take you over remote hills, through glacial valleys, alongside bucolic farmland, and into lush forests.

To experience the best that Shropshire has to offer, look no further than the Shropshire Hills Walk. This 52-mile circular hike combines places of natural beauty like Long Mynd, Stiperstones, and Ragleth Hill, fascinating historical sites like Clun Castle and Offa’s D**e, and charming towns like Church Stretton and Bishop’s Castle.

To find out how to hike the Shropshire Hills walk, click the link below:

Shropshire is one of the prettiest counties in England. I might be biased because I live there, but those old, rolling hills, swathes of woodland, undulating patchwork fields, and historic towns and villages rival anywhere else in the country. It’s also a walker’s paradise, with a wide network o...

10/06/2025

Gran Canaria is one of those paradisiacal islands that have it all: great weather year-round, diverse, stunning natural landscapes, and boundless opportunities for adventure, whether you’re into watersports, hiking, cycling, or something more extreme.

It abounds with accommodation options that, instead of sealing you off from the natural world, embrace the beauty of the island and allow you to fully experience Gran Canaria’s natural side.

From cosy cottages nestled in the forest to quiet homestays with the beach almost lapping at the front door, these are our picks for the best accommodation in Gran Canaria that let you fully explore the island and get in touch with nature: https://www.wiredforadventure.com/the-best-places-to-stay-in-gran-canaria-to-discover-nature/

09/06/2025

There’s never any guarantee of warm temperatures and dry weather when you’re out exploring the world, even in summer. We’re fairly used to this here in Britain, where you can always assume that a raincloud is just on the horizon. However, it’s not always easy packing for every weather eventuality, because who wants to fill their pack with clothes that take up space and weigh you down that you never end up using?

That’s why we love the gear from Mac in a Sac. It’s all about being lightweight and easy to pack, so you’re never caught off guard while you’re out on an adventure. Being able to quickly toss on a waterproof layer or an extra layer of warmth when you’ve reached a summit is essential.

That’s why we’re giving you a chance to win a bundle of Mac in a Sac gear, so you’re ready to take on whatever the weather throws your way on your next adventure: https://www.wiredforadventure.com/win-over-140-worth-of-adventure-gear-from-mac-in-a-sac-and-be-prepared-for-any-weather/

09/06/2025

The joys of solo travel are many, but there’s something special about sharing an adventure with a group of like-minded people. Being able to share conversation and laughter, help each other, and bond over the experience together can make any trip into one you’ll remember for a lifetime.

It’s no secret that hiking is one of our favourite activities here at Wired for Adventure, and it’s also the perfect activity to do as a group. But it’s not always easy to plan for a larger group. We all know how hard it can be to organise a meeting with your friends at the pub when you’ve got busy schedules, so getting a group hiking trip off the ground can take a lot of effort, especially if you’re dreaming of somewhere like Machu Picchu or Kilimanjaro.

That’s why we like TourHero, which is designed to make planning a group hiking trip a breeze. Whether you’re gathering people from your hiking club, bringing together fellow outdoor adventurers, or leading an audience of travel lovers, all you need to do is get a group together, and TourHero can handle the rest.

Now that you know how you can turn your hiking dreams into reality, let’s dive into five of the world’s best destinations for group hiking adventures: https://www.wiredforadventure.com/top-5-destinations-for-group-hiking-adventures-and-how-to-organise-one/