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The Active City Index
Keeping active is an excellent way of staying healthy in body and mind. By venturing into the great outdoors, you can find plenty of adventurous activities around the UK, giving...
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Backpacking Essentials | Expedition Checklist
Setting out on multi-day backpacking hike is arguably one of the purest outdoor adventures you can have. Only packing the essentials in your rucksack, and being entirely self-sufficient. To help you...
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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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The UK's Best Autumn Hiking Spots
Even your most loved hiking spot can completely change from season to season, and with its bright days and brisk winds, seas of orange yellow and dramatic silver clouds, Autumn...
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Tent After Care Guide
Having taken your time to find and purchase your ideal tent, you’ll certainly want it to last for more than a couple of camping trips. That’s where after care comes into...
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A Guide to Wetsuits: What they are, how they work and which one to buy
Wetsuits are a common sight on the coasts and lakes of the UK. They’re popular with wild swimmers, surfers and paddleboarders looking to soak up adventure in our beautiful (albeit...
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Backpacking Britain: A Conversation with Liam Brown
Armed with a tent, a camera and a pack filled with the essential kit and nothing more, Liam Brown's solo hike from John O'Groats to Lands End is inspiring, entertaining and honest....
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An Interview With Helen Skelton
Helen Skelton knows how to get the most from a Life Outdoors. Growing up on a farm in Cumbria, she has crafted a work and play lifestyle which has seen...
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Didriksons 1913: Sweden's Best
Didriksons 1913: Style and Substance From Sweden's Best The Scandinavians are notorious for some peculiar things: meatballs, frustrating flat pack furniture and winning questionable song contests and above all functional...
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The Edible Outdoors | A Seasonal Guide to UK Foraging
Foraging for wild foods is a great way to add some flavour to your outdoor adventures. With each season offering up an array of Mother Nature’s finest ingredients, we've teamed...
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An Outdoor Icon: A History of the Rab Microlight Jacket
‘How do you make an icon even more iconic? By making it more ethical and sustainable, without impacting its praised performance. Thanks, Rab!’ Over 10 years ago, Rab created one...
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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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Best of Black Friday 2024 | Tents & Camping Deals
If you’re looking to get ahead for the next camping season, now is the time to do it. From Berghaus Air Tents to OEX Sleeping Bags, all the best tents...
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Bushcraft: Fire Building In The Rain
Fire Building: So What If It Rains? Starting a fire in adverse weather or after a night of heavy rainfall can be a real challenge. Yet despite the wet wood...
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Essential Hiking Kit List
Planning a hike? Hiking is a great way to get healthy, enjoy nature and meet fellow explorers! But when preparing for a day trip in the hills, it’s important to...
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How to Get Mains Power into Your Tent
One of the most common questions we get asked at Blacks Outdoor is how do I get mains power into my tent. With camping season still in full swing we...
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The Duke of Edinburgh's Award: What, Why & How?
Blacks are proud to work with The Duke of Edinburgh's Award as the Recommended Retailer of Expedition Kit. For those people who don't really know much about the DofE, or...
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The Dartmoor Wild Camping Ban Explained
On Friday 13th of January 2023, a court ruling was made which may draw a line under wild camping in England. The ruling brings Dartmoor’s camping laws in line with...
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The Duke of Edinburgh's Award Recommended Kit | Clothing and Footwear
As the Recommended Retailer of Expedition Kit, we’re committed to providing you with the best clothing and footwear to help you achieve your Award, whether it’s at Bronze, Silver or...
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How To Choose The Right Waterproof Jacket
Waterproof jackets are a staple for anyone taking on mother nature, especially those doing so in Britain. An essential final layer to any outdoor clothing system, the waterproof performs the...
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Stunning Winter Hikes to Enjoy this Season
Winter really transforms a trail. To celebrate this sensational season and inspire you to pull on your hiking boots we’ve reached out to a few adventurers in our social community to...
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