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The UK’s Best Sunrise Hikes & Walks
Ahead of the brighter spring days, here at Blacks, we have analysed data looking at the average sunrise times, cloud coverage and the number of hiking trails in UK regions...
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Bagging the Wainwright's | A Record-Breaking Pursuit
James Forrest recently set an incredible new record time for a self-supported continuous hike of Alfred Wainwright’s 214 Lake District peaks. The 37-year-old, a journalist, adventurer and outdoor ambassador from...
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Winter Sports Index
The best ski resorts in the UK and Europe revealed Between November 2022 and November 2023, approximately 291,000 people participated in winter sports in England alone, proving their undeniable popularity.¹ Additionally,...
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The Most Inspiring Sports Stars - Who are the most influential athletes in the UK?
Athletes have inspired millions since the start of sports history, capturing our attention with their athletic abilities in their chosen sport. Here at Blacks, we wanted to find the British athletes...
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Behind Berghaus | Over 50 Years of British Innovation
In 1966: England won the World Cup, and at the same time, a game-changing outdoor kit manufacturer was taking shape. Two Geordie mountaineers, Peter Lockey and Gordon Davison noted the absence of good...
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The History of The Duke of Edinburgh's Award
In light of the sad passing of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, we are taking this time to remember one of his most notable achievements, the establishment of...
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