The Great British Adventure Club

Find, book and experience unforgettable adventures across the UK.

Find your next big British adventure

  • Guided Wild Camping trips

    Join small groups led by expert guides and immerse yourself in Britain’s most beautiful landscapes — with top-quality kit included as standard.

    Wild Camping Experiences

  • Guided Hikes

    Our small-group guided hikes are affordable, accessible, and designed for all experience levels. Led by expert guides in stunning places across the country.

    Guided Hikes

  • Skills Days

    Level up your outdoor skills on our expertly-led courses in some of the UK’s most picturesque places — perfect for getting more confidence out on the hill.

    Skills Days
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About the GBAC

Welcome to the Great British Adventure Club.

We’re a collective of some of the UK’s most experienced outdoor folk — Mountain Leaders, wild campers, long-distance walkers and professional adventurers — and we’re here to help you get out on your next big British adventure.

From expertly guided wild camps to relaxed day hikes and navigation courses, we offer unique adventures for anyone looking to immerse themselves in the best of Britain’s outdoors — always led by qualified experts who know these landscapes like the back of their hand.

Alongside our adventures, we also share honest gear reviews and practical advice: everything you need to explore Britain’s wild places with confidence, knowledge and the right kit on your back.

Whether you’re just getting started or chasing something bigger, we’ll help you get out there and make it happen.

Kit Reviews

  • A tan outdoor tent with The North Face logo set up on a grassy hillside with rocky formations and a cloudy sky in the background.

    Tents And Camping Gear Reviews

    Find unbiased, detailed reviews of tents and camping gear tested in UK conditions. We cover tents, sleeping bags, stoves, and lighting, assessing durability, weather resistance, setup ease, weight, and value. Key pros and cons help you choose the best kit for your adventure.
    Camping Kit Reviews
  • Close-up of a person walking on a rocky outdoor trail wearing black waterproof pants and hiking boots.

    Hiking Kit Reviews

    Explore our expert reviews on the best hiking kit, from durable boots to weatherproof clothing. Make informed choices with honest, unbiased insights designed to help you tackle the UK outdoors comfortably and confidently. Discover the gear that suits your next adventure today.
    Hiking Kit Reviews
  • A person walking along a narrow dirt path through a grassy field at dawn, with mist in the background and a large tree on the left side. The sky shows a colorful sunset with clouds.

    Trail Running and Fastpacking Gear Reviews

    Discover our in-depth reviews of trail running and fast packing kit—from trail trainers and performance clothing to bivy bags and lightweight packs. Make informed choices with honest, unbiased insights to gear up confidently for your next outdoor adventure. Explore the reviews now.
    Trail Running & Fastpacking kit Reviews
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Reviews
Scarpa Rush 2 Pro Mid GTX walking boots review: fast, light, ready for hills
Scarpa Rush 2 Pro Mid GTX walking boots review: fast, light, ready for hills

A lightweight, mid-cut boot that borrows from trail shoes but offers the grip, waterproofing and protection of a traditional walking boot

Muddy Vibe Si‑14 shoes review: Bouncy, grippy, and built for both worlds
Muddy Vibe Si‑14 shoes review: Bouncy, grippy, and built for both worlds

A smart, trainer-like hiking shoe that blends urban comfort with trail-ready grip.

Helly Hansen Verglas Infinity shell jacket review: the shell that means business
Helly Hansen Verglas Infinity shell jacket review: the shell that means business

A full-spec mountain shell built for serious UK weather — and it absolutely delivers.

Trekology Aluft 2 camping pillow review: the £16 camping hack that actually works
Trekology Aluft 2 camping pillow review: the £16 camping hack that actually works

A light, cheap and mighty comfortable little wonder costing less than some boil in the bag meals

Helly Hansen Verglas Micro Shell waterproof trousers review: Big protection, small pack size
Helly Hansen Verglas Micro Shell waterproof trousers review: Big protection, small pack size

A featherweight waterproof that doesn’t feel like a compromise — these shell trousers punch well above their weight.

Gossamer Gear Vanish Duffel review: brilliantly light, endlessly useful
Gossamer Gear Vanish Duffel review: brilliantly light, endlessly useful

A no-fuss, featherlight duffel that does exactly what you need, exactly when you need it.

Sea to Summit Aeros Ultralight Pillow review: the ounce-counting comfort king
Sea to Summit Aeros Ultralight Pillow review: the ounce-counting comfort king

A tiny packed size, featherweight feel and head-cradling comfort — this is the pillow we now pack by default.

Terra Nova Southern Cross 1 tent review: solo shelter, serious performance, all year round
Terra Nova Southern Cross 1 tent review: solo shelter, serious performance, all year round

A lightweight, freestanding fortress for serious solo missions in the UK.

Scarpa Spin Planet trail running shoes review: sturdy, stable and surprisingly versatile
Scarpa Spin Planet trail running shoes review: sturdy, stable and surprisingly versatile

A rugged eco-conscious runner that’s more at home on long, slow adventures than race-day sprints.

Robens Serac 900 –20 °C sleeping bag review: serious warmth without the gimmicks
Robens Serac 900 –20 °C sleeping bag review: serious warmth without the gimmicks

A no-nonsense, four-season down bag that’s warm, trustworthy, and surprisingly packable.

Helly Hansen Loke waterproof jacket review: light, stylish, built for Britain
Helly Hansen Loke waterproof jacket review: light, stylish, built for Britain

A lightweight, city-smart shell that’s at home on coastal trails and casual strolls alike.

Helly Hansen Daybreaker Block Microfleece review: softer, lighter, happier days out
Helly Hansen Daybreaker Block Microfleece review: softer, lighter, happier days out

An ultra-soft, brilliantly breathable fleece that’s just as happy on breezy ridgelines as it is down the local.

Most Recent Reviews

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Part hiking boot. Part trail runner. The @scarpa_uk Rush 2 Pro Mid GTX is built for hillwalkers who like to move — without lugging a kilo of stiff leather on each foot. And this summer, @thoutdooradventures has taken them across wet Lakeland r
Not every great trail shoe comes from a big-name brand. The @muddyvibe_global Si-14 is proof. This summer, @welshmanwalking_uk took them from Welsh hills to London streets, through farmland, gravel tracks, and more than a few pub gardens — and
A pillow that fits in your pocket. Costs less than a round at the pub. And after five years of wild camps, bikepacking trips and fastpacking weekends… still going strong. The @trekology.official Aluft 2 isn’t fancy. It’s not tryin
Some bits of kit are “nice to have.” Others you hope you’ll never need. The @hellyhansen Verglas Micro Shell waterproof trousers? They’re both. Light enough to forget about, small enough to vanish in your pack, and tough eno
You know those bits of kit you think you’ll use once or twice, then forget about? The @gossamergear Vanish Duffel 38 is not one of them. It’s tiny when packed, swallows a frankly ridiculous amount of gear when open, and has ended up bei
A simple caption for a simple product: Small. Light. Comfy. That’s it. It’s the Sea to Summit Aeros Ultralight Pillow, as tried and tested by @thoutdooradventures. Read the full review now (sneak peek: it’s excellent 🤫) Link in
Slow and steady might not win every race — but it might just make your trail runs a whole lot more enjoyable. @thoutdooradventures has spent the last few months lacing up the @scarpa_uk Spin Planet trail runners to see if their easy-going nat
Hands down the softest fleece we’ve pulled on this year. Lightweight, quick to dry, and smart enough for the pub — the @hellyhansen Daybreaker Block Microfleece is one of those rare layers that just does everything right. After 50+ wears