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Walking the South Downs Way in Stages: Route Guide & Where to Stay

Charlie Marchant — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 20:25:27 +0000

The South Downs Way is a 160-kilometre National Trail along the chalk ridge from Winchester to Eastbourne, usually split into eight stages. It is one of the few long-distance walks in England you can do without a tent, without a car and without taking a week off work, because the trail crosses railway lines at […]

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South Downs Way Winchester to Exton & East Meon: Stage 1 Walk Guide

Charlie Marchant — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 19:43:12 +0000

The South Downs Way starts at the old City Mill in Winchester and runs 160 kilometres east to Eastbourne. Stage 1 officially finishes at Exton, a small village in the Meon Valley about 19 kilometres in. If you are planning the whole route, start with our South Downs Way stage-by-stage guide. We extended Stage 1, […]

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Seven Sisters Cliffs From London: How To Do It In A Day

Charlie Marchant — Sun, 30 Aug 2026 16:40:33 +0000

Getting to the Seven Sisters cliffs from London is easier than most people expect — a train from Victoria down to Seaford, then a short bus along the coast road, and you’re at the start of the walk in about two hours. It’s one of the best day trips from London, and one of very […]

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Cuckmere Haven: The Valley Walk That Skips the Seven Sisters Crowds (2026)

Charlie Marchant — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:12:36 +0000

Everybody who gets the bus out to Seven Sisters Country Park turns right, walks to the sea, and photographs the cliffs. They are spectacular after all. But there’s a hidden gem walk if you turn left. The Alfriston and River Cuckmere circular starts from exactly the same visitor centre, takes in the meandering river, a […]

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Seven Sisters Hike: 6 Routes From 1 Hour to 2 Days (2026)

Charlie Marchant — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 16:26:56 +0000

The Seven Sisters hike is my favourite walk in the whole of the UK. We live in Brighton and the Cuckmere Haven area is our weekend escape when we need a walk to clear our heads. I’ve hiked the Seven Sisters many times now, in many different ways, and I love every version of it. […]

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Hiking Slovenia’s Juliana Trail

Charlie and Luke — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0000

The Juliana Trail is a 270-kilometre walking loop around Mount Triglav, Slovenia’s highest peak, split into 16 stages. Unlike most alpine long-distance routes it deliberately stays low, circling the mountain through villages and valleys rather than summiting mountains. This makes it walkable without any alpine experience. The walking is the straightforward part. The hard part […]

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Chamonix in Summer: Our Complete Guide and Week-Long Itinerary

Charlie Marchant — Sat, 27 Jun 2026 20:26:44 +0000

Chamonix in summer far exceeded our expectations. After first visiting Chamonix in ski season, we were excited to hike, climb and bike the towering limestone peaks, trail-laced valleys and Alpine ridges. This Chamonix in summer travel guide covers everything you need to plan a week in Chamonix in summer, structured as a day-by-day itinerary you […]

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Inca Trail Packing List

Charlie Marchant — Sun, 11 Feb 2024 11:14:24 +0000

Warm days; chilly nights. Rain downpours; blazing sunshine. The Inca Trail has six different microclimates making the weather changeable and unpredictable. Packing for the Inca Trail is a challenge even for the most experienced travel packers due to changing weather and walking conditions. This Inca Trail Packing list is your comprehensive list of everything you […]

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Hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

Charlie Marchant — Thu, 11 Jan 2024 22:15:45 +0000

Hiking the Inca Trail is a dream come true for many an intrepid traveller. This wanderlust-inducing trail through the Peruvian Andes takes you along ancient stone paths, high into the mountains and down through cloud forests. The Inca Trail trek ends at the magnificent Machu Picchu, one of the seven new wonders of the world. […]

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5 Destinations Perfect for Trekking Adventures

Charlie Marchant — Mon, 10 Jul 2023 13:43:48 +0000

When seeking your next trekking adventure, there are several factors to consider. It is important to first assess the difficulty level of the hike, alongside your overall fitness. Some of the best treks in the world may also include technical climbing abilities, alongside rugged paths. However, there are plenty of alternative trails that will provide […]

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