Hiking Planning Tip - Weather - Find out the expected weather conditions over your whole hiking trip if possible.

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Article - Day Hiking around Tennyson Down and The Needles on the Isle of Wight Southern England

Tennyson Down and The Needles circular day hiking was around 6.5 mile in length. My partner Anne and I did this hike on our own whilst on a holiday on the Isle Of Wight with family and friends during September 2010. We started this day hiking trip just east of Freshwater Bay, parking just off the A3055 in a small free car park.

This was an easy to moderate hike with a wooden staircase, a short steep incline and a few long gentle inclines to cope with. The hike was fairly simple, hiking westward along the coast via Tennyson Down and Alum Bay to The Needles. We also return back over Tennyson Down via Freshwater Bay.

Read more about this Tennyson Down and The Needles Day Hiking, Isle Of Wight, England, UK on my blog: Tennyson Down and The Needles Circular Day Hiking Iisle Of Wight England UK

Quote - Even God cannot make two mountains without a valley in between - Gaelic Proverb

Hiking Planning Tip - Emergency Plan - Plan for emergency situations & ensure you have the equipment needed for medical/other emergencies.

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Article and Video - Day Hiking around Shipley Glen and Saltaire in Yorkshire England

Shipley Glen and Saltaire circular day hiking was a 7 mile long trip. My partner Anne and myself undertook this hike whilst on a New Year Weekend Hiking Break in Yorkshire, England, UK during December 2010 with SPICE West Midlands. Steve Dell of Fizz Leisure organized the weekend on behalf of SPICE.

The day hiking trip was actually done on New Year's Day 2011. After leaving our hotel, we had a short walk along the local river and canal before going north through Shipley Glen on the western side and then south on the eastern side of the Glen. Then we went through Saltaire, where we had our lunch before returning to out hotel along the canal and roads.

This was an easy to moderate hike as there was a long gentle incline to cope with. The hike was varied and quite interesting. We hiked along roads, a back alley, along a river and a canal. We also went through woods along a ridge, up hill and down hill but nothing too strenuous. We also hiked over heathland and through a Victorian park.

Read more about this Shipley Glen and Saltaire Day Hiking, Yorkshire, England, UK on my blog: Shipley Glen and Saltaire Circular Day Hiking Yorkshire England UK

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Article and Video - Day Hiking around Howarth in Yorkshire England

This was a 7 mile hike via Top Withens. It was an anti-clockwise route I did with Anne, my partner, whilst on a New Year Weekend Hiking Break in Yorkshire, England, UK during December 2010 with SPICE West Midlands. Steve Dell of Fizz Leisure organized the weekend on behalf of SPICE.

First, the day hiking took us from Haworth through Penistone Hill Country Park. Next we went onto Haworth Moor, where Emily Bronte got her inspiration for Wuthering Heights. We visited the Bronte Waterfall before climbing to Top Withens, the supposed setting for Wuthering Heights, complete with its ruins. Next, we retraced our steps downhill and then did an anti-clockwise semi-circular route following a gulley over the moor to a farmhouse. Lastly, we followed a straight track back to Penistone Hill Country Park.

This was an easy to moderate hike as there were a couple of steep gradients to tackle. However, the inclines were more than worth if for the stunning views of the open moor land. At the time we did this hike, which was New Year's Eve, there was the Annual Fell Running Event to Top Withens, so there were lots of Fell Runners going back and forth.

Read more about this Howarth Day Hiking Yorkshire, England, UK on my blog: Haworth Circular Day Hiking In Yorkshire England UK

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Hiking Planning Tip - Survival Skills - If you are venturing into the wilderness, learn how to filter the local water.

Article and Video - Day Hiking on Ilkley Moor in Yorkshire England

Ilkley Moor had fantastic views, both of the moor itself and of the surrounding area. During the hike we saw the famous "Cow and Calf Rocks" and the historic "12 Apostles Stone Circle". The grade of this day hiking was easy to moderate as there were some gradients. The moor was quite high, hence the great views, but we started the hiking from high up anyway.

We started the day hiking from the "Cow and Calf Pub", across the road from the moor and the "Cow and Calf Rocks" where we parked our cars. When we arrived there was a thick mist and we were wondering if we would be able to see anything. We were also thinking we may get lost on the moor. However, just as we began the day hiking, the mist miraculously lifted and provided some really spooky views of mist in the valley.

Read more about this Day Hiking on Ilkley Moor Yorkshire, England, UK on my blog: Ilkley Moor Circular Day Hiking Yorkshire England UK

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Hiking Planning Tip - Survival Skills - If you are venturing into the wilderness, learn how to make a fire.

Article and Video - Figure of Eight Day Hiking around Rhossili Down and Worms Head on The Gower Peninsula South Wales

Myself and my partner, Anne, did this 8 mile day hiking trip whilst we visited the Gower Peninsula in South Wales on a Hiking Holiday during October 2010. This Hike can be done as just Rhossili Down at 4 miles, just Worms Head at 4 miles or both at 8 miles depending on the tide times. If you want to do both parts, use the tide times for crossing to Worms Head to determine which section to do first. We did Rhossili Down early in the morning to catch the low tide for crossing to Worms Head later in the day.

The highest point above sea level on the Gower Peninsula is Rhossili Down's Beacon. It has imposing all round views of the peninsula. Although there is one steep climb up Rhossili Down, it isn't too long and is over and done with fairly quickly and well worth as the views you get of Rhossili Bay are fabulous. We went up the far end called Hillend.

With regard to Worms Head, it is very tricky underfoot with a long stretch of rocks to tackle to get to the first tract of land, the Inner Head. To get beyond that a second section of rocks and boulders must be contended with.

Read more about this Day Hiking Trip Around Rhossili Down And Worms Head, Gower Peninsula, South Wales on my blog: Rhossili Down And Worms Head Day Hiking On The Gower Peninsula, Wales, Uk

Quote - Faith moves mountains, but you have to keep pushing while you are praying. - Mason Cooley

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Article and Video - Day Hiking from Port Eynon to Rhossili on The Gower Peninsula South Wales

This was a 7 mile one way day hiking trip during a hiking holiday on the Gower Peninsula in South Wales during October 2010. The hike was quite straightforward. We left Port Eynon, hiking west over National Trust land along the coast until we reached Rhossili. We had some variable weather along the route and some lovely views, including dramatic cliff scenery and the famous Worms Head. We parked our car in Port Eynon Car Park and got public transport back to the car park from Rhossili. We made sure that there was public transport the day before by checking the bus timetable.

Read more about this Day Hiking Trip from Port Eynon to Rhossili, Gower Peninsula, South Wales on my blog: Day Hiking Port Eynon To Rhossili On The Gower Peninsula, Wales, UK

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Article and Video - Day Hiking around 3-Cliffs Bay on The Gower Peninsula South Wales

This was a 5 mile day hiking outing I did with and my partner Anne whilst on a hiking holiday in October 2010 on the Gower Peninsula in South Wales. We parked our car on the NT (National Trust) car park (grid ref SS554874) near Pennard Cliffs Bus Stop on the southern side of Southgate. Our route was sort of circular in a westerly direction.

First we hiked westward along the coast and Pennard Cliffs to Three Cliffs Bay and Pobbles Beach before heading inland in a northerly direction. We then hiked in an anti-clockwise semi-circular direction to the other side of Three Cliffs Bay. After that we went in a south westerly direction to Great Tor and back. We then went inland in a clockwise semi-circular direction, northwards via the Gower Heritage Centre and then southwards to Pennard Castle. Finally we hiked in a south westerly direction over sand dunes back to the Pobbles Beach area and then easterly back to the car park.

Read more about this Day Hiking Trip around Three Cliffs Bay, Gower Peninsula, South Wales on my blog: Day Hiking Around Three Cliffs Bay, Gower Peninsula, Wales

Quote - The mountains were there and so was I. - Maurice Herzog

Hiking Planning Tip - Medical Needs - If you have a medical condition consult your medical advisor and obtain approval or cautionary advice.

Article and Video - Day Hiking around Brewood in Staffordshire England

A 10 mile day hiking trip with and my partner Anne one weekend in October 2010 from Brewood, Staffordshire, England. After parking the car in Brewood, off Stafford Street (grid ref SJ885089) we set off on our circular route in a wide anti-clockwise direction. Initially, we were hiking in a south west direction towards Chillington Hall and Langley Lawn Farm. After that we went south around Big Wood and over the M54 Motorway to Codsall Wood. Next we went east, skirting Codsall until we again hit the M54 close to Upper Hattons. We hiked under the motorway bridge and connected with the Shropshire Union Canal. To complete the trip we hiked northwards for about 2 miles along the canal until we returned to Brewood. This was fairly varied day hiking trip and even though there were a few long straight sections, they were still quite interesting.

We feel that his was a moderate to hard day hike because it was over 10 miles. The route was more or less flat with a few slight inclines, along solid trails, farm segments, and a few country lanes and roads. Most of route was clear and well marked. However, there were a few times we had to search for path signposts. We feel that it was a very good route for exploring the Brewood to Codsall area in South Staffordshire. Brewood is a lovely little village, well worth a visit. Hiking this area provided us with some lovely opportunities for taking photographs.

Read more about this Day Hiking Trip around Brewood, Staffordshire, England on my blog: Day Hiking Around Brewood, Staffordshire

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Hiking Planning Tip - Medical Needs - If you have a medical condition that could need treatment then take supplies or any prescriptions.

Article and Video - Day Hiking around Penkridge in Staffordshire England

This was a day hiking trip I undertook with and my partner Anne and two friends during a weekend in October 2010. We parked our car at the North Gate Lock by the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal, about 1 mile north of Penkridge (grid ref. SJ936159), in Staffordshire, England. First we hiked east towards Cannock Chase, then south through Teddesley Park until we hit a road. We then hiked south west via Pillaton until we reached the M6 motorway bridge and then hiked north along the canal.

We feel that his was a mild day hike along pretty much flat ground, along solid trails, farm segments, and a few country roads. A lot of the route was very clear as well as well marked. Having said that, there were some good path finding talents called for within woodland and also one somewhat bus road to contend with. We feel that it is an exceptional introduction to the Penkridge area and South Staffordshire. Penkridge is a marvellous location we recommend visiting. Hiking all around Penkridge provides you with some great views and photo opportunities. The distance of this day hiking trip was roughly 8.5 miles.

Read more about this Day Hiking around Penkridge, Staffordshire, England on my blog: Day Hiking Around Penkrdige, Staffordshire

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Hiking Planning Tip - Navigation Skills - Review your map and compass skills. Test yourself on your GPS use. Study what you do not remember.

Article - Day Hiking Around High Cup On The Pennine Way In Cumbria, England

This was the third day hiking trip of our hiking holiday in the Eden Valley, Cumbria, England. This was a moderate day hike over a good stony track, a grassy path section, some pathless sections, and a short steep ascent and descent. Most of the route was clear and well marked. However, sections were not marked so be prepared to choose a route which suits you. It was a super introduction to the Pennine Way and the Northern Pennines. High Cup is a wonderful spectacle which I highly recommend experiencing. Hiking around High Cup provides some fantastic views and photographic opportunities.

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