As part of their new ‘Campaign for Real Life’ Bridgedale is challenging everyone to get back to the “Little things that matter”. By launching its ‘ScreensDown SocksUp’ campaign, Bridgedale is going to encourage everyone to give up some of their screen time and swap it for the Great Outdoors.
Read MoreTrail magazine speaks to the founder of The Guards Veterans Mountaineering and Climbing club, which aims to improve the mental health of ex-soldiers by organising group trips to the mountains.
Read MoreNeed some inspiration to take your first steps in the mountains? No problem! Here are six awesome, ready-to-go hill routes ideal for kicking off any hillwalking CV. Written by Trail magazine experts, the routes are available to download and follow using the OS Maps app.
Read MoreRecent statistics have revealed 80% of homeless people in Britain experience mental health problems, so one housing-support project in South Wales has taken matters into its own hands by organising mountain trips for people experiencing homelessness, providing positive and enjoyable experiences in the great outdoors.
Read More“94% of people who take part in outdoor exercise, like walking, say it has benefited their mental health.” Stephen Buckley, head of information at Mind, explains why spending time outdoors is so beneficial for our mental health.
Read MoreMountains for the Mind supporter Berghaus is giving away the Berghaus Extrem 5000 Vented waterproof jacket to one lucky winner. It’s available in men’s and women’s sizes, and offers great waterproof protection with three-layer Gore-Tex fabric for keeping out the driving rain and snow
Read MoreTrail magazine chats to the founder of Black Dog Outdoors about April’s Big Day Out – a free guided group walk in the Peak District organised specifically for people affected by poor mental health or mental illness.
Read MoreAside from their sheer stunning beauty, the achievement felt in reaching their summits, and the sense of being close to nature that’s often felt most strongly in the high and wild places, it seems there may actually be a scientific reason why being out in the mountains has such a positive effect on our mental wellbeing.
Read MoreOutdoorLads is a charity that runs outdoor activities for gay, bi men and trans men across the UK and further afield, with a mission to improve both physical and mental health. Here’s how you can get involved…
Read MoreIf you’re heading out hillwalking for the first time, one essential piece of kit that you’ll need is a waterproof jacket. This is the UK, so we can’t promise blue sky and sunshine every day, but the great news is that wet weather doesn’t have to stop you enjoying the outdoors in comfort, thanks to products like the Berghaus Fellmaster InterActive jacket.
Read MoreThese six routes are perfect for newcomers to hillwalking, written by Trail magazine experts and available to download and follow using the OS Maps app.
Read MoreTV presenter and Mountains for the Mind supporter Julia Bradbury explains why simply encouraging a friend or family member to walk with you can have a hugely positive impact on their mental health.
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