Walking Blogs, Guides & Advice
Looking for walking ideas, practical advice or inspiration for your next trip? Our walking blog brings together useful guides, kit advice, destination ideas and stories from Large Outdoors trips across the UK and further afield.
You’ll also find practical information to help you prepare for a walking break, along with a closer look at some of the places we visit and what it’s like to travel with Large Outdoors. Most people join our trips on their own, making them a straightforward way to enjoy sociable walking without needing to organise everything yourself.
Walking the Isle of Arran: Two Ways to Explore
Discover two fully guided walking trips on the Isle of Arran with Large Outdoors. Based in Lochranza, both small-group breaks explore the island on foot, from relaxed coastal routes to bigger mountain days, with wildlife, local character and a sociable feel.
Our Norfolk Broads Walking Weekend: October 2025
Join us for a look back at our first Norfolk Broads walking break. This trip report covers steady walks, car-free travel, coastal seal spotting and classic Broadland scenery, with galleries from both days. A great introduction to this peaceful National Park.
Five Signs You’re Ready for a Solo Walking Holiday
Many people are unsure if they are truly ready for a solo walking holiday. This blog explains the simple, reassuring signs that now might be the right time, and how a sociable Large Outdoors trip can make the whole experience easy and enjoyable.
Walking in the Norfolk Broads: What to Expect
Explore the Norfolk Broads on foot, from riverside paths and marshland to the coast near Horsey. Our practical guide covers walking conditions, seal watching, what to pack and what to expect on a guided break.
The Benefits of Wild Swimming: Wellness, Cold Water Therapy, and Staying Safe
Discover the incredible wellness benefits of wild swimming, from stress reduction to cold water therapy. Learn how to stay safe, why swimming with a group is essential, and how guided trips with Large Outdoors make it easy for beginners and seasoned swimmers to explore stunning locations confidently.
How Walking Can Improve Your Mental Health
Walking outdoors offers more than fresh air – it’s a simple, powerful way to support better mental health. Here’s how walking with Large Outdoors can help.
What’s the Difference Between a Survival Bag and a Foil Blanket?
Planning your walking kit and not sure whether to carry a survival bag or foil blanket? We explain the difference, and when each option is the safer choice.
Why I Always Carry a Knife When Wild Swimming
As a swim guide and diver, I always carry a knife when wild swimming. Here’s why it’s a vital part of my kit – and why I recommend you do the same.
Gear Advice: Why We Recommend Walking Poles
Thinking about using walking poles on your next trip? Here’s why we recommend them – from easing knee strain to improving stability on rough terrain.
Gallery - Winter Walking in the Cairngorms – A Scottish Adventure
Explore our image gallery from a winter walking adventure in the Cairngorms, featuring snowy summits, Arctic wildlife, and mountain skills training.