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Get the perfect gift for the trekker or mountaineer in your life this Xmas with our hand-picked selection of outdoor clothing and equipment from the leading brandsPetzl SWIFT LT53Ultra-compact, lightweight, and rechargeable, the SWIFT LT is the ultimate in featherweight lighting. Weighing in at just 43g, this compact headlamp fits in the palm of your hand. Casting 380 lumens, its your go-to for outdoor objectives where every gram counts, or to keep in the bottom of your pack. The SWIFT LT has three white lighting levels, as well as red light to keep from blinding those around you. The minimalist, yet functional headband design combines style and convenience. A reflective thread in the headband allows the user to remain visible under a variety of conditions. Its battery can conveniently be recharged via USB-C. Rain resistant (IPX4), the SWIFT LT can be used every day, whatever the weather.More info: petzl.comAlpkit Sastrugi Fleece Jacket79.99Alpkits fleeciest fleece, the Sastrugi, is a proper winter-weight midlayer jacket. Furrier than an Ice Age mammal, its thick, 100% recycled pile fleece fabric provides maximum toastiness on the coldest of days. Designed for hard frost, battling Cairngorm winds and bone-chilling winter camping. It features zipped hand-warming pockets and a hoodless design for easy layering. Available in mens S to XXL and womens size 8 to 20.More info: alpkit.comRab Latok Mountain GTX Pro Jacket480Rain-lashed inclines, technical trails, and heavy gear: the Latok Mountain GTX Jacket deals with it all. When you need breathability, durability and protection in equal measure, this versatile GORE-TEX shell offers all-round performance for year-round mountain adventures. Built using 3-layer GORE-TEX PRO Product Technology with an innovative fluorocarbon-free ePE membrane, it has tougher fabric across the shoulders and sleeves for abrasion resistance from the repetitive rub of backpack straps. Meanwhile, a lighter weight fabric around your core gives greater mobility, breathability, and reduced bulk. Easily deflecting wind, rain, sleet, and snow while effectively managing moisture, this jacket is designed to keep you comfortable when your route gets steep and the weather gets wilder.More info: rab.equipmentdeuter Durascent 30 and 28 SL225Perfect for Christmas gifting, the deuter Durascent 30L is made for conquering the UKs most iconic peaks. Crafted from hard-wearing materials with taped and welded seams, TPU-coated, lapped zips, and a roll-top lid, its fully waterproof ready for the rain, sleet, and sudden squalls that define British mountain weather. Cleverly positioned attachment loops and stowable hip fins enhance its comfort-to-weight ratio, while allowing climbers to wear it easily with a harness ideal for technical ascents or long ridge walks. Designed for adaptability, durability, and day-long comfort, its as reliable on a damp Dartmoor hike as it is on a crisp Scottish summit. Also available in the 28L SL Womens Fit, tailored for female mountaineers who demand performance and fit in equal measure.More info: deuter.comJttnar Eldar Mens Technical OctaFleece189Eldar is a sophisticated midlayer or outer for high-output mountain movement. Named from the Old Norse for fire, it brings efficient warmth through advanced fibre technology. At its core is Octa, an advanced hollow-core filament with eight fin-like projections radiating around a central void. This unique geometry traps heat, shields from cold, and wicks moisture with remarkable speed. The result is a warmth-to-weight ratio that rivals insulation pieces twice its heft, combined with rapid dry-time and exceptional breathability. The smooth, durable face glides under shells and resists wear from pack straps, while the brushed interior grid channels air and wicks moisture. A close-fitting hood slips under a helmet. Harness-compatible hand pockets and a zipped chest pocket provide accessible storage. Flatlocked seams cut bulk and reduce chafe on long, loaded days. At 294g, it packs small, moves freely, and works as hard on the climb as it does at the belay.More info: jottnar.comKatadyn BeFree Filter AC 0.5L55The perfect gift for runners and walkers, the award-winning BeFree is a collapsible drink bottle with a filter in the head. Water is heavy, so free yourself up with the BeFree; the high flow rate means you can get clean water from streams and lakes wherever you are on the hill. Just fill up the bottle and let the EZ-Clean Membrane do the work; now with an Activated Carbon filter that also removes odour, chemicals and chlorine from the water. Easy to clean; remove the filter and swish in any lake, river or stream. Winner of the UK Outdoor Industry Awards Product Of The Year, Backpacker Magazines Editors Choice Award, Runner Magazines World Gear of the Year Award, and an ISPO Gold Award. Also available in 1-litre capacity.More info: katadyngroup.comOpinel no6 Opiflex Knife25.95-59.95Stylish, practical and expertly crafted, the Opinel no6 pocket knife makes a wonderful Christmas gift. Compact yet versatile, its the ideal everyday companion (UK legal carry) for tackling small tasks with ease, from opening parcels to slicing fruit. Made in France, the no6 features a 7cm stainless steel blade with a rounded tip for added safety, paired with the innovative OPIFLEX mechanism that holds the blade securely without locking. Available in ebony, black walnut, oak or olive wood handles, each knife is finished with a protective varnish that enhances durability and highlights the natural grain of the wood. A soft leather lanyard adds rustic charm and effortless carry. Beautifully designed and made to last, the no6 blends timeless French craftsmanship with modern practicality, making it an elegant and thoughtful gift to slip under the tree this Christmas.More info: www.berryuseful.co.ukSalewa Wildfire NXT Gore-Tex Shoe180The Wildfire NXT Gore-tex, available in both womens and mens versions, is a high-performance, door-to-summit approach shoe with a seamless, Kevlar-reinforced Matryx upper that combines hiking comfort and durability with climbing precision. Engineered with the latest evolution of our trademark 3F System, it wraps the ankle and outer foot to guarantee a good fit, support, and agility. The unique Salewa multi-zone outsole with Vibram Megagrip compound provides secure grip and traction in all conditions on any terrain. With PFAS-free GORETEX invisible fit technology for waterproof, breathable protection and a reduced impact.More info: salewa.comMountain Equipment Lhotse Jacket550The multi-award-winning Lhotse remains our best-selling GORE-TEX PRO jacket, a mountaineering classic that represents the best possible blend of protection, weight and durability. The Lhotses popularity comes from its versatility, a reliable refuge on rain-lashed mountains, icy gullies or Alpine peaks where it can be worn all day or stay buried in a pack, a reassuring presence if youre caught out far from the valley floor. GORE-TEX PRO is used in conjunction with a hard-wearing 80 denier face fabric throughout. This gives high levels of durability whilst maintaining the comfort and flexibility for all-day use. The Alpine fit removes excess fabric whilst ensuring complete freedom of movement and still allowing room for normal year-round layering. Our renowned Mountain HC Hood gives exceptional protection in the very worst weather, accommodating a climbing helmet when required, it easily adjusts to any situation. Large pockets and easy to use moulded YKK zips give easy access to essentials and laminated cuffs are sized to fit over a glove to seal out the worst weather.More info: www.mountain-equipment.co.ukExped Camp Slipper38The scenario: youve reached camp after a day of backpacking, you cant wait to take off your boots, but its too cold for flip-flops. These toasty slippers from Swiss brand Exped are the solution! Keeping your feet warm with the synthetic fill, the non-slip, durable soles are made of recycled material, and they pack down small. Easy on and easy off, thanks to the elasticated trim and heel loops. Also perfect around the house of course; once youve tried them, youll never look back. Carbon-neutral, PFAS-free and bluesign approved. Sizes S, M, L, XL.More info: expeduk.comJttnar Heimdall Mens Extrafine Merino Baselayer149Named for the all-seeing sentry of Norse legend, Heimdall is your next-to-skin guardian against the cold. Crafted from one of theworlds finest merino yarns, this seasons release is warmer, softer, and more technically advanced than ever. Built for deep powder skiing, off-piste adventures, mountaineering, and expedition use. A new birdseye mesh knit enhances comfort and moisture management, while flatlock seams ensure all-day, itch-free wear and exceptional warmth, even when wet. Naturally odour-resistant, crease-resistant and antimicrobial, it keeps you fresher for longer on multi-day trips. Core-spun yarn technology adds stretch, strength, and faster drying. Body-mapped pointelle panels boost airflow through sides and underarms. A double-layered rib collar blocks wind, while ribbed cuffs seal in warmth. Finished with a reverse coil, auto-lock YKK quarter zip. Extremely time-intensive to craft and uncompromisingly functional, the luxury is unmistakable. Wear it solo in milder weather or as a base for winter extremes.More info: jottnar.comRab Mens Quantra Pro Hoody120When the mercury drops and youre working hard, you need an adaptable midlayer to regulate your temperature, breathing and insulating as intensity fluctuates. The Quantra Pro Hoody is built with breathable, durable Thermic Pro gridded fleece which offers excellent stretch to allow you to move unhindered over trails, rock and snow. Versatile and low-bulk, the hoody is easyto layer and perfect for any high-energy activity from hiking and climbing to ski touring. Key features include a low-volume under-helmet hood to keep you warm on exposed climbs, elasticated hood and cuffs as well as dual-sided rear hem adjustment to seal in the heat, and two zipped A-line pockets to keep essentials safe.More info: rab.equipmentWinter Climbing Courses at Glenmore LodgeFrom 420Winter climbing in Scotland offers truly unique experiences. If you know someone looking for a memorable challenge, book them an adventure with Glenmore Lodge this winter. Our highly experienced instructors will share their knowledge and help anyone develop their skills and build the confidence to explore the mountains independently and responsibly. Whether its their first time winter climbing, or theyre looking to push their grade or climb iconic routes, with our range of courses youll find the perfect option for your family or friend with Glenmore Lodge. To make life easier we include use of technical equipment and clothing from our partner brands in the course price, so you dont have to worry about what to bring or buy beforehand either. Book a 2 or 5 day course, or get in touch to arrange a gift voucher to the value of your choosing.More info: glenmorelodge.org.ukAlpkit Woodsmoke Mountain Shirt94.88The most comfortable, easy going and versatile shirt you will ever own. Alpkits Woodsmoke shirt brings casual vibes to active mountain lifestyle performance. The articulated fit gives great freedom of movement across the shoulders, making it idealfor hiking to bouldering and everything in between. Chest pockets with secure snap closure are ideal for keeping your valuablessafe. Woodsmokes stretchy brushed flannel fabric moves with you and feels incredibly soft on your skin. It looks like a shirt but traps heat to work like a fleece, thanks to the clever ThermoTech hollow fibre fabric. It never needs ironing so is perfect for a throw-on jacket as you run out of the house, hut or tent. You can wear it all week thanks to the Polygiene anti-odour technology.More info: alpkit.comBerghaus MTN Guide 45+240The new Berghaus MTN Guide 45+ has been engineered to deliver all of the features and performance required for extended mountain use. The main bag is extremely durable and water resistant, and all other components are hardwearing, and designed for the harshest conditions. The MTN Guide 45+ is fully modular, with removable lids and internal bivis that allow the capacity to be increased for longer days and nights in the mountains, while there are also multiple options for stripping the pack. When the lid is removed, the offset aperture on the bivi closure system enhances weather protection. The MTN Guide incorporates an updated Berghaus pack silhouette for excellent stability and load carry comfort. The top load opening with cinch bivi closure and zip opening at the back system, combine to provide easy, quick access to the bag, and there are reinforced attachment points for skis and ice axes. The womens pack has a shape and harness that are specifically designed for the female body, improving load transfer, stability and comfort.More info: www.berghaus.com

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Sliabh Bawn is a quiet set of hills outside of the town of Strokestown. The perfect place for an evening wander or dog walk. Overview: County: RoscommonDistances: Trim Trail (green): 3kmYellow Loop Walk: 6.5kmMonastery Trail (blue): 2.7km Orange Loop Walk: 4kmHeritage Trail (white): 4.3km Equestrian Trail (pink): 8kmElevation Gain: 50m - 200mFormat: Linear and Looped TrailsTime: 1 - 3 HoursStart / End / Parking: Primary car park has room for about 10 cars, and is the closest to the playground (google maps link). Secondary parking: A lot of people park along the road in. Where the road widens, there is space for parking along the right-hand shoulder of the road (google maps link). Theres parking for about 10 cars. Public Transport: There is no public transport to any of the entrances to Slieve Bawn. There is a local link bus from Strokestown to Scramogue - after which it's a 2km walk to the northerly trail head. Trail difficulty: EasyThese routes use to mostly gravel access roads and small gravel trails. Read about trail grading in Ireland here.Trail quality: 2/5This is a nicely developed recreation area around the wind farm. There are a lot of access roads. Views: 3/5A mostly forest-focused trail, with some views at the Trooperstown end. Lovely native woodland paths for the southerly section. Buggy/Wheelchair friendly: Not all loops, but certain gravel paths are accessible for buggies. Unsure if wheelchair accessible. When did I walk this route: December 2025Dogs allowed: YesExternal Links: Coillte info page on Sliabh Bawn This set of two small hills has become something of a local walk for me. Between these two summits, six different trails have been looped, offering a mix of distances and elevation. Following the White Heritage Trail from the primary car park, the trail starts with the only steep section, bringing you up to the Holy Cross on the summit of the smaller hill. Erected during the winter of 1950-51, the cross pre-dates all of the forestry and access roads. Donkeys and horses were used to get all of the building materials up to the summit. Like many such crosses across the country, most of the work and funding all came from local people to the area. This is one of three religious sites on the loop - the second being the mass rock, and the third being an old church ruin. View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize In the 1950s, the Government Department of Lands began to buy parcels of land across the two summits for forestry development. While a lot of the forestry in the last few decades has been conifer plantation, there are some small sections of native planting, and each time I visit I come across another new layer of flora or fauna that I wasnt expecting to meet. From meeting a large Common Irish Frog on the path, to learning that ladybirds hibernate on gorse bushes, I appreciate these unexpected moments of nature connection. View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize One of the main reasons that Ive been on more walks here recently, is because of Laika, the bundle of chaos that we call our dog. She loves a long walk, and she and I can easily walk 8 - 10km here and meet almost no one. Crossing over to the second and higher summit, you can find a trig point hidden away on the summit. At only 262m, its probably one of the smaller hills that you will find a trig point on. However it feels a lot taller than it is, due to just how flat the surrounding boglands are. View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize Back on the 24th January 2025, Storm Eowyn hit Ireland, causing unprecedented damage across the island. Its estimated that 24,000 hectares of forestry was damaged in Ireland - over four times that typical annual felling of Coillte (or national forestry company). That means that not only did all of the forestry teams suddenly have to try and process four times as much timber, but because of how it fell in the storm, so much of the wood was cross-loaded on other trees, making it an even slower job to process. The devastation felt raw last spring - but with some time between now and that initial shock, Im choosing to see it as an opportunity for goals like 30 for 2030 or the doubling of recreation sites to 500 to reach even further. Useful links: Coillte: Forests For Nature BookletCoillte: Strategic Vision for OurFuture Forest EstateCoillte: Land Use Strategic Implementation Plan 2026 2035 View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize Sliabh Bawn is an interesting place for me to write about - because its a simple place. In the outdoors, I think there are a few different categories of necessary outdoor spaces. There are the show-stoppers that you travel for - offering unique experiences and showcasing the beauty of that area. And there are the places for the local community - the places close by and easily accessed, that give you time and space outside. For me, Sliabh Bawn falls into the latter category. In the setting sun on a windy day, the views and colours from here can be spectacular, but it is not somewhere that has been developed for its incredible beauty. It's there to give people living in the surrounding area a place to call theirs. View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize View fullsize 2022 Video 2025 Video Notes:December 2025: Storm damage from earlier this year (fallen trees) is still being cleared along the eastern slopes of Sliabh Bawn, impacting the White Trail. This looks to be cleared in the coming months, but at time of publication, it is recommended to detour along the pink (equine) trail for the eastern section. Further exploringOther day trails in the area: Lough Key Forest ParkLough Meelagh LoopCorn Hill - Longfords County High PointSeltannasaggart - Roscommons County High PointLong distance trails: The National Famine WayThe Miners Way & Historical TrailThe Suck Valley WayThe Lung Lough Gara WayFavourite Local Coffee / Food Options:The closest shop to the trail is in Strokestown (SuperValu)Franks Bar is close to the trailheadAndersons Thatch Pub for traditional music, and a place to park up if youre in a camper

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Motherhood encompasses a whirlwind of emotions - joy, exhaustion, love, uncertainty, and everything in between. Those early days are full of sleepless nights and so many new responsibilities, and its easy for new mums to feel overwhelmed.I know I certainly did in those first few months.Sometimes, a few encouraging words can be exactly what you need to feel grounded again. Whether you're a first-time mum or simply navigating a tough day, these uplifting messages are here to remind you: youre doing better than you think. P.S This post may contain affiliate links. If you click and purchase, I'll earn some cuppa money, which I promise to drink while continuing to create content for you. I only ever recommend products that I personally love and use myself. Best Mum Quotes to Inspire and Support YouThese timeless mum quotes remind us of the strength, love and resilience that every mother carries.Motherhood: All love begins and ends there. Robert BrowningIf youre a mom, youre a superhero. 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