Damian Hall has just completed a hat trick of record-breaking trail running rounds. During 2020, he has set new Fastest Known Times (FKTs) for Snowdonia's Paddy Buckley round in winter (January), the Pennine Way (July) and the South Wales Traverse in the Brecon Beacons (October). In this interview Damian tells his story and explains what FKTs are all about. Read more »
Our pre-eminent long-distance trail is 50 years old today – but it represents more than just a long walk. Carey Davies reflects on the radical origins of the Pennine Way. Read more »
Britain’s very first National Trail celebrates its 50th birthday tomorrow. Here’s everything you need to know about this pioneering path… Read more »
Following a building boom in the noughties, the North Pennines have more than 1,000 kilometres of hill tracks. With more likely to follow, is the region at risk of being transformed for ever? Read more »
The campaign to protect England’s National Trails gathered momentum this week as the Ramblers handed in a petition with 18,000 signatures demanding Natural England rethinks its proposals. It’s a campaign that has the BMC’s support, as Ed Douglas explains. Read more »
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