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Dark evenings, chilly mornings and the stress of Christmas can leave most of us feeling a little weary during the winter months. But with spring still a long way off and minimal sunlight, sometimes our symptoms can spiral into what is called Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). A dose of seasonal depression was first recognised in Ancient Greece, but it wasn’t until the 1980s, that the term Seasonal Affective Disorder appeared. Photo: Chris Ford, Flickr.
[social_share/] Nothing quite compares to the extraordinary feeling of plunging into ice-cold water. It’s both electrifying and terrifying – painful, but also incredibly rejuvenating. The key (if you’re going to do it without a wetsuit) is to plunge in and get out almost immediately and feel that wonderful tingly afterglow. Then do it again, … Read more
[social_share/] In this beautifully illustrated guide to travelling across France by bike you will discover hidden lanes, stunning gorges, amazing places to eat and stay, plus the best of French cycling culture. This iconic journey of 1000 miles takes you through 19 of France’s regional départements and into some of the country’s most striking and … Read more
[social_share/] Summer running is a wonderful thing: blue skies and sunny days, heady with the scent of jasmine, gorse and pine; the extra warmth that keeps the body working more efficiently and makes everything feel somehow easier; no soggy trainers or lengthy multi-layered outfit deliberations. The downside of all this, however, is that the combination … Read more
[social_share/] I met Jonathon, from Wild Stoves, many years ago, when we were both at university and shared camping and wild swimming adventures together. They are a great company that enables outdoor adventurers to leave less of a trace on the environment. We asked them a bit more about where the idea for Wild Stoves … Read more
[social_share/] Daniel Start, author of a new book Hidden Beaches, shares his all time favourite secret coves to escape the crowds this summer, and perhaps indulge a spot of wild swimming. Britain has one of the most beautiful coastlines in the world, and is blessed with thousands of coves and inlets, many secret and rarely … Read more
[social_share/] On hazy summer days when the weather is hot and the sun sits high in the sky there’s no better remedy for stuffy offices and suffocating commutes than diving head first into a wild swim. Follow the banks of your local river or head out on the coastal road until you find your … Read more
[social_share/] We asked Zoe Vanderstay, Co-Founder of SoulPad, to share their story and let us know what makes the perfect wild camping trip. What was the inspiration behind SoulPad? My husband Mark and I purchased a big, heavy military bell tent as a communal tent to use with friends. At that time we were … Read more
[social_share/] We love producing and publishing photographic guidebooks – books that inspire adventure, exploration and a love of the wild moments and places all around. Best of all we love the fact that these days anyone can take photographs. We work with many people who have left their office jobs to pursue a journey … Read more
[social_share/] The bicycle is the only way of travelling that combines almost effortless freedom and speed with total immersion in our surroundings: the sun, wind and rain, every sight, smell and sound. Ernest Hemingway said, “it is by riding a bike that you learn the contours of a country best” and I’ve ridden thousands … Read more
[social_share/] So what is wild running exactly? For us, wild running falls somewhere between, or perhaps even outside, the traditional disciplines, taking the best from each but not being constrained by rules and regulations. The essence of wild running is in the excitement, location and pure joy of running a route, and the interaction of … Read more
[social_share/] We have four new books coming out in 2014! You can see all our books here.