Everest Base Camp. Kilimanjaro. Appalachian Trail. Tour du Mont Blanc. What IS the best trek in the world? That’s the million-dollar question we set out to answer with the launch of our first ever Top 100 Treks poll…
20 Epic UK Mountain Challenges for 2026
Rebecca Coles suggests 20 epic homegrown mountain adventures to keep us busy during the year ahead…
Top 10 Scottish Winter Ridges
Paul Lewis introduces some of the best Scottish ridges to try in winter
The Black Art of Scrambling, Part 2
Alun Richardson advises on techniques for taking on higher grade scrambling routes
The ‘Black Art’ of Scrambling, Part 1
In the first of a 2-part series, Alun Richardson discusses what constitutes scrambling terrain and covers grades, equipment and venues
Mont Blanc Italian Route
For a more ‘off-the-beaten-track’ experience on Mont Blanc, the Italian Route via the Gonella Hut takes some beating, says IFMGA Guide Ben Tibbetts
A Beginner’s Guide to Backcountry Ski Touring
With more and more of us exploring the winter mountains on skis, Sophie Nicholson examines the appeal of backcountry skiing and advises on how you can do it too