With stints working for both the Ramblers and the Scouts under his belt, Matt knows one or two things about walking and camping. A highly experienced outdoors writer and editor, he contributes regular features and gear reviews to various leading magazines and websites, including Outdoors Magic. Matt's passions are for wild camping, long-distance backpacking and climbing mountains. Originally from Kent, he's now based in Snowdonia, which is the ideal backyard for testing outdoor kit to its limits.
Here are our top picks of the best family tents, ideal for families and large groups
Top performing flasks rated and reviewed, plus an in-depth buyer's guide
This is a bright, easy to use and long-lasting head torch that boasts excellent burn times – ideal for camping, backpacking and hiking.
A truly versatile gear-hauler with a unique expansion system that gives you up to 20 litres of additional capacity, the Flex Capacitor really is like...
An innovative design that offers greater comfort and more versatile ventilation than your average winter hard shell
A fully-featured and reasonably priced four-season sleeping bag that works well for winter
A wind-resistant softshell that makes a great ‘put it on, leave it on’ layer
A versatile pack for big mountain days or overnight camping trips
One of the first jackets on the market to feature Gore’s new ePE waterproof-breathable membrane
One of the first pairs of waterproof trousers on the market to feature Gore’s new ePE waterproof-breathable membrane
A streamlined yet impressively lightweight B2 alpine boot for climbing
Protective and durable rain shells at prices that won't break the bank
Been sat too close to the campfire again? Caught a branch? Here's what you need to do...
Top multi-day packs for fast and light backpacking trips
"One of the most environmentally responsible fabric choices out there."
This innovative German outdoor brand’s range of sustainably made packing cubes combine eco-friendly design and materials with space-saving practicality
Warm, comfortable and commendably eco-conscious
Surf-inspired sunnies with frames made from castor beans
An eco-friendly, versatile daypack that is equally at home on the trail, on the bike or being toted around town
A well-built, stylish and eco-friendly jacket-and-overtrousers combo.
This ultralight solo shelter is designed to offer three-season protection and great liveability for life on the trail, while also being one of the most...
We love a classic smock, and this is one of the best: versatile enough for hiking, climbing or biking, yet offering great protection for cold...
Three new award-winning headtorches and a collection of low-impact drybags, all made from recycled materials
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