The tools for winter

After a decade of soggy socks, bashed up pork pies, and making polite conversation with the midgiebitten masses, here are the things Trail writer Fliss would banish to Hiking Room 101 faster than you can say “lovely day for it” in the driving rain.

Let’s be honest: the Great British Summer often comes with a damp disclaimer. One minute it’s glorious sunshine and you’re grilling sausages outside – next thing, you’re wrestling with a muddy dog, yo

It’s the (hypothetical) end of the world but we’re feeling fine thanks to this collection of essential survival kit

A daily stroll can make all the difference to your weight and wellbeing

FOR JOHN KEATS, AUTUMN WAS THE SEASON OF MISTS AND MELLOW FRUITFULNESS. HERE, THE COUNTRY LIVING TEAM AND FRIENDS HIGHLIGHT WHAT THIS TIME OF YEAR MEANS TO THEM – FROM CRAFTING WREATHS TO BOTTLING SLOE GIN

Foraging can help us stay tuned into the changing seasons, so follow our guide to picking with a light and mindful touch, and gather nature’s bounty at its source