You don’t need an awful lot of fancy kit to start your Walk1000Miles journey. Just get the basics right and you’ll be laughing, even if it rains.

With more of us than ever wanting both to be active and see the great outdoors, walking holidays are certainly having a moment. Here, Prima ’s travel expert, Jane Anderson, gives her pick of the tour operators putting their best foot forwards…

When a near-fatal accident left former Country Walking editor GUY PROCTER broken, lost and grieving a life he could no longer live, it was walking that led him back to health, purpose, and joy.

Supported by Nikwax, The Long ReView celebrates looking after the places we love and the kit that helps us get there. Each month, we’ll focus on a product that has stood the test of time, why it endures and how to care for it. This month, it’s Mountain Leader Lucy Wallace and an all-time favourite rucksack

Getting out of the gym and into nature requires the right bit of kit. To help you on your way, we’ve assembled the best walking boots for every occasion

The new year is here, so let’s make it an adventurous one. TGO is starting as we mean to go on – no, not with a listicle (!) but with our pick of high and wild places to get you excited and keep you inspired throughout 2026