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Repair and Care for your Tent
Caring for your tent is the key to making sure it stands the test of time. Often tents are packed away damp, or tossed in the garage and owners find...
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10 Ways to Survive a Wet Festival
British festivals and wet weather go together like beans on toast. Around June-August in Britain, the weather seems to forget that it’s supposed to be in the height of summer...
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5 Great Dog Friendly Campsites in the UK
Camping holidays could have been invented for dogs and their owners. The fresh air and long walks make for waggy tails and big smiles all round. Amy Woodland from coolcamping.com picks out five...
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Winter Adventures
As the temperatures drop and woodlands turn frosty, there’s no better time to pull on your jackets, lace up your walking boots, and set off in search of the UK’s most magical...
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5 Campsites in Cornwall to Discover the South West
Whether you’re searching for a campsite near the surf, a family-friendly spot on a farm or a scenic cliff-top getaway, you’re bound to find a campsite to suit in Cornwall. To...
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10 New Forest Walking Routes
Is there any better way to spend a sunny afternoon than a long walk in the countryside? We certainly don’t think so! You’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes...
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David Attenborough – A Life On Our Planet
Who doesn’t love David Attenborough? Best known for presenting and writing nature programmes, the 94-year-old English broadcaster and natural historian has made a huge impression, not just on the UK...
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10 New Forest Campsites to Try
There’s nothing quite like the feeling of sleeping under the stars. Pitching a tent, building a campfire and spending a few nights living closer to nature can be a great...
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2 min readGO Outdoors Inverness Opens Saturday
It’s felt like a long time coming, and an even longer time since we opened a new store in Scotland but our Inverness store is finally ready to open it’s...
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Bank Holiday – GO Outdoors Coventry
We love a long weekend at GO Outdoors, and our stores are no different. This Bank Holiday weekend, if you’re not out in the hills, and you’re in the area,...
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How to look after your waterproof jackets and coats
Have you ever put your waterproof gear in the wash and found that it’s never been the same afterwards? That’s because standard detergent can damage the intricate construction that helps...
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25 Recommended Outdoor/Adventure Books
When the day is done and you want to put your feet up in front of the fire, kick back in your camping chair under the stars, or lay out...
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Guest Blog: My Top 10 Northern England landscape views & walks
In 2015 for the GO Outdoors Awards, we nominated a selection of fantastic independent outdoor blogs and asked the public to vote for their favourite. The following is a guest...
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Clean Yourself Without Water!
Pits & Bits is a fun range of liquid soaps and shampoos that wash you effectively without additional water or rinsing. Pits and Bits is ideal for post race washing,...
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‘Cache’ The Latest Craze- Geocaching
Remember treasure hunts as a child? Ever wish you could recreate these, on a global basis? Geocaching is the answer. An outdoor treasure hunt for everyone- adults, children, those in...
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10 New Forest Cycle Routes
Take off on two wheels and explore the very best of New Forest’s countryside. From gentle, family friendly jaunts to challenging excursions, the area has something to offer everyone –...
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4 min readImprove your outdoor App-etite
Have you ever wanted to conjure up a GPS when you’re lost in the woods, or map your movements hour by hour? We join forces with our fellow Facebook followers to take...
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How to Dress Your Kids for Skiing
There are few things more miserable than a cold, wet and uncomfortable child in a snowstorm. You cannot plan the weather, but you can prepare your children for it. Here...
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An Interview With Helen Skelton
We’re thrilled that Helen Skelton and North Ridge are teaming up. To celebrate this collaboration and showcase the great North Ridge products available only at selected retailers including GO Outdoors,...
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10 Family Friendly Activities in Snowdonia
Adventure should be for all the family, here are 10 spots to try in Snowdonia If you’re visiting Snowdonia with your children in tow, you’re in for a real treat...
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Celebrating 25 Years of Montane
Much loved brand Montane celebrate their 25th anniversary in 2018 and right from the very beginning they have been innovating ‘cutting edge’ outdoor products to equip those with a thirst...
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