Joe Pontin

We’ve tested and reviewed the best waterproof jackets from all ends of the spectrum to help you make the right choice when it comes to staying dry.

If you want to stay warm on nippy nights’ camping in the UK, choose a three-season sleeping bag. But which one suits you best?

Breathable and water resistant, discover our list of waxed fabric jackets for a traditional and stylish way to keep warm and dry

From walking boots to the tastiest rehydrated meals, here is our expert guide on the best kit and gear for multi-day hikes.

Sometimes when you are out roaming the countryside all you need to keep at a pleasant temperature is a windproof layer. Here’s why to try one, what to look for, and some of the best products reviewed

Palladium x Finisterre Pallatrooper Hiker WP+ boot - BBC Countryfile Magazine

With retro good looks, the Capriolo walking boot is smart enough for pub and high street – but do they still feel comfortable after a few miles on the trail? Joe Pontin finds out

The sporty-looking Anacapa hiking boot may look bulky, but how does it feel on the trail? BBC Countryfile magazine puts them to the test.

New Nature Writer of the Year 2022: three highly commended entries

Wild places in Devon, Birmingham and Merseyside inspire three three talented new nature writers, all highly commended in this year’s competition

The wild power of nature thrills Vanessa Wright in her account of a storm sweeping into the Hebridean Island of South Uist, our final runner up in the BBC Countryfile Magazine New Nature Writer of the Year competition 2022

You want a versatile pair of walking boots that look great in town, but perform when your trekking in the hills. Haglöf’s Duality AT1 GT could be for you

You want a supremely comfortable, three-season sleeping bag for those chilly spring and summer nights... then consider the mould-breaking Night Cap 20

If you want to stay warm on nippy nights’ camping in the UK, choose a three-season sleeping bag. But which one suits you best? Here’s a selection to please everyone from family campers to solo backpackers

The team at BBC Countryfile Magazine has braved the seasonal elements to create this guide, with in-depth reviews, on what to wear on an autumn hike.

After a long and careful selection process, the judges have made their decision. It’s time to announce the winner of our first Nature Writer of the Year competition - and our fantastic runners up.

From easy strolls to long-distance hikes, here BBC Countryfile Magazine’s team of experts test a range of the best walking boots available in 2023