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In May 2022, Akke Rahman became the first British Muslim to summit Mount Everest and completed the adventure while fasting for Ramadan.
02-02-23In relentless drizzle, a team of shop staff from Blacks Ambleside visited Tilberthwaite in the Lake District to test and review 15 pairs of the best walking and hiking boots on some of the UK's most challenging terrain. The test included boots from Scarpa, OEX, Merrell, Meindl, Berghaus, North Ridge, Salomon and Peter Storm. The aim was for each tester to share their opinions and pick a favourite.
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View all- Stunning Spring Hikes to Enjoy This Season Spring is here and with it comes the call to get outdoors and begin discovering all the wonderful trails our national parks have to offer. From Dartmoor to the Cairngorms, there’s everything from serene coastal paths to blustery mountaintop trails to choose from. We’ve found people's favourite...6 min read
- Wellness Hotspots: The Best UK Locations for a Relaxing Wellness GetawayWe have researched areas in the UK to determine which are best for improving your wellbeing. We looked at 35 regional locations in the UK with five or more mindfulness retreats to determine which have the best conditions for wellness, reviewing factors including retreats, walking trails, and...15 min read
- Exploring Type 2 Fun in Outdoor AdventuresDiscover the concept of Type 2 Fun, a feeling of retrospective pleasure gained after a difficult outdoor activity.8 min read
- Blacks: An Outdoor Retail Pioneer in a Trailblazing Era – 1850 to 1950Discover how Blacks played a part in the history of the outdoor industry during 'The Golden Age of Alpinism'5 min read
- Gethin Jones Reveals The UK's Favourite WatersportsDiscover the UK's favourite watersports and why Gethin Jones loves to spend time in the water all year round.2 min read
- Black Friday Deals 2023 | The Best of the Blacks SaleWhether you’re looking to get ahead and tick off some Christmas gifts for your outdoorsy friends and family or fancy treating yourself to a new jacket now that the cold months are upon us, this guide has a full round up of the best Black Friday deals.3 min read
- Best of Black Friday 2023 | Tents & Camping DealsBrowse the best deals on tents and camping equipment this Black Friday 2023 with huge savings on Berghaus Air Tents and more.2 min read
- Best of Black Friday 2023 | Women’s Outdoor Clothing and Footwear DealsBrowse our brilliant Black Friday deals on Women’s outdoor clothing and footwear from Rab, Merrell, Craghoppers and plenty of other big brands, all with small prices.2 min read
- Best of Black Friday 2023 | Men’s Outdoor Clothing and Footwear DealsBrowse the collection of top men’s outdoor deals this Black Friday with top deals from Rab, Merrell, Berghaus and more.3 min read
- The World Skiing Index | The Best Resorts in the WorldWe've ranked the best ski resorts in the world by analysing data so you can pick your next alpine adventure.11 min read
- A Finisher's Guide to the Montane Dragon's Back RaceDragon's Back 2023 finisher Owen Jackson shares his experiences and best tips for the world's toughest mountain race.10 min read
The Edible Outdoors | A Seasonal Guide to UK ForagingWith top picks and recipes for every season, we’ll guide you through all the need-to-know information when it comes to foraging in the UK in this comprehensive guide.8 min read
