Here at Winfields Outdoors, we like to occasionally shine a spotlight on some of the most inspirational people in the outdoor world. Our latest interviewee, Bonita Norris, very much falls into that category. Bonita was the youngest person to climb Everest at the age of just 22, and was also the youngest to reach the […]
Survival expert John Hudson once studied product design at Leeds College of Art, but it’s safe to say he’s strayed from his original career path, subsequently joining the RAF as a helicopter pilot before specialising in survival training. John is now the UK military’s chief survival instructor, designing and implementing the training of instructors in […]
When it comes to buying the best outdoor gear around, many of you know exactly what you want. However, we know the choice can sometimes be overwhelming and it's not always easy to know which pair of walking boots to buy or which tent to buy for your next family camping trip. When it comes […]
For those of you who aren’t familiar with the name, Leon McCarron is a adventurer and storyteller from Northern Ireland. A Fellow of the National Geographical Society, he has quite the CV when it comes to travelling around the world. He has walked 3,000 miles across China, trekked across the Empty Quarter desert in Oman, […]
Our planet is a very delicate thing, and we’re increasingly putting it under more and more strain. We only need to look at the effects of climate change to see that we’re standing on the edge of an environmental precipice, and it’s largely up to us as to whether we jump off or not. So […]
For anyone who enjoys spending time in the great outdoors, whether that’s hiking, cycling, running, or just walking the dog, Sealskinz could about to become your new favourite brand. And if you don’t know who SealSkinz are, then it’s about time we put that right. In a nutshell, Sealskinz are one of the most innovative […]
Adventurer Simon Reeve has already done more and been to more places around the world than most of us can even dream about. From uncovering an Al Qaeda terror cell while working on his local newspaper to having a book adapted into an Oscar-winning documentary, that's just the start of Simon's incredible adventures. Related: Exclusive […]
Kate Humble has become a beloved mainstay of British television, having presented some of our most iconic shows, including Springwatch & Autumnwatch, Countryfile, Lambing Live, and many, many more. Kate is also one of the British countryside's most earnest supporters, and has a real passion for encouraging people to get outside and enjoy the great outdoors. We were incredibly […]
