Malta has long been a popular beach getaway for Brits, but its history is complex and fascinating. Will Renwick digs a little deeper, to discover...
The women's gear team have tested a whole range of hiking fleeces for women and these are their favourites so far.
Three frozen days, trekking Sweden’s High Coast
Our tester gives his long-term review of Patagonia's bestselling three-layer shell
Our test team's pick of the top solo tents for backpacking in 2026
5 to 20-litre running vest options from Silva, Dynafit, Montane and more...
Going off grid? Grab one of these...
Crucial for safe mountaineering in the snowy, ice-laden winter months - here's a round-up of our favourite crampons for hiking this year...
The latest options put to the sword above the treeline in the Alps, in the mountains of Eryri and more
We've been testing hiking apps recently and these are our gear tester's favourites, including Komoot, OS Maps, AllTrails, OutdoorActive and more.
The best outerwear options this season, according to the OM team
Here’s our favourite hand warmers on the market this winter, tested and reviewed.
Small, lightweight and feature-packed cameras for hiking, backpacking and more
A must-have for the chilly months in the hills and mountains - here's a round-up of our favourite gloves to keep you warm this winter.
Protective and durable rain shells at prices that won't break the bank
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...
Our favourite options available on the market in 2026
We've tried and tested a variety of different sunglasses, perfectly designed for outdoor activities of all kinds
Our favourite ice axes, tested and reviewed by Emily Woodhouse.
Lightweight waterproofs and windbreakers for moving fast and light
We've tested and reviewed the best portable fire pits for evenings around the campfire, garden barbecues and more.
There are endless pairs of leggings on the market, all for different purposes. Here, Jazz Noble highlights the options that are best for hiking.
Here's our gear testing team's favourite men's trail running shoes for this year.
