
Alex Foxfield
Alex is a freelance adventure writer and mountain leader with an insatiable passion for the mountains. A Cumbrian born and bred, his native English Lake District has a special place in his heart, though he is at least equally happy in North Wales, the Scottish Highlands or the European Alps. Through his hiking, mountaineering, climbing and trail running adventures, Alex aims to inspire others to get outdoors. He is currently President of the London Mountaineering Club, training to become a winter mountain leader, looking to finally finish bagging all the Wainwright fells of the Lake District and hoping to scale more Alpine 4000ers when circumstances allow. Find out more at www.alexfoxfield.com
Latest articles by Alex Foxfield

The UK National Three Peaks Challenge, but better: an alternative approach to the classic undertaking
By Alex Foxfield published
Advnture contributor Alex Foxfield takes on the classic UK National Three Peaks Challenge but decides to spice it up a little…

Berghaus MTN Guide GTX Pro Pant review: premium pants for mountain pros
By Alex Foxfield published
We venture out into the mountains with Berghaus’ MTN Guide GTX Pro Pant to put these uncompromising trousers to the test

Camping gear you should splash out on vs camping gear you can save on this Amazon Prime Day
By Alex Foxfield published
Our expert advice on which items of camping gear you should splash out on for a worthy investment, and which you can probably scrimp on

How to get your camping gear ready for summer? 9 top tips for stress free trips
By Alex Foxfield published
Our guide to how to get your camping gear ready for summer will get your camping equipment almost as good as new for each season

The best camping stoves 2023: backpacking and double-burner stoves
By Alex Foxfield last updated
Our roundup of the best camping stoves features everything from lightweight backpacking beauties to meaty double burners for campsite cuisine

What is coasteering? We look at this liberating amphibious adventure
By Alex Foxfield published
We take a look at the thrilling pursuit that’s been steadily making waves since it first developed on British shores almost 40 years ago

Berghaus MTN Guide GTX Pro Jacket review: an uncompromising waterproof for mountaineers
By Alex Foxfield published
We take to the mountains in Berghaus’ MTN Guide GTX Pro Jacket, one of the standout pieces in the British brands’ technical Extrem range.

How I fell in love with hiking: a wintry ascent of Great End
By Alex Foxfield published
Advnture contributor Alex Foxfield remembers a snowy adventure in the English Lake District that had him falling in love with hiking

The best hydration packs 2023: on-the-go refuelling for your runs
By Alex Foxfield last updated
The best hydration packs offer a convenient and lightweight storage solutions for your water, gels, snacks and emergency items

ThruDark Centurion Alpine Jacket: a stylish softshell designed for cold conditions
By Alex Foxfield last updated
A premium mid-layer, the ThruDark Centurion Alpine Jacket is a softshell that works arguably better as an outer

How hiking boots are made: from design and materials to production and testing
By Alex Foxfield published
We follow every step, from a twinkle in the eye of a designer to a trail-ready boot fit for the backcountry

Berghaus MTN Seeker MW Down Hoody review: a performance puffer for technical adventures
By Alex Foxfield published
Premium yet unfussy, the Berghaus MTN Seeker MW Down Hoody is the perfect lightweight jacket for those serious about their days spent up high

Ergobaby Omni 360 Cotton review: an excellent soft structured carrier for newborns and up
By Alex Foxfield published
The Ergobaby Omni 360 Cotton is a baby carrier that makes a huge difference during those magical – and at times challenging – first months

Inside an Italian hiking boot factory: we explore Aku’s impressive HQ
By Alex Foxfield published
We take a tour of premium trekking and mountaineering footwear brand Aku’s Montebelluna factory on the edge of the Italian Dolomites

The best child carriers 2023: lug your kid around in comfort
By Alex Foxfield published
We've tested half a dozen of the best child carriers, including throne-like backpacks and a quality soft-structured carrier suitable for newborns

Little Life Cross Country S4 review: an effective, budget-friendly child carrier
By Alex Foxfield published
Daughter hops in and I shoulder the Little Life Cross Country S4 to see how this budget child carrier matches up against the competition

How to pitch a tent in the rain: our top tips on wet weather pitching
By Alex Foxfield published
Our expert tips on how to pitch a tent in the rain, making sure (most of) your stuff stays dry and you keep your fellow campers happy

Osprey Poco Plus Child Carrier review: an all-singing, all-dancing carrier
By Alex Foxfield published
Daughter and I took to the trails with Osprey’s Poco Plus, a feature-rich carrier for hikes with child in tow

Kelty Journey Perfectfit Signature review: a quality child carrier at a great price
By Alex Foxfield published
I unleash my inner mule, lugging my daughter around in Kelty’s Perfectfit Signature child carrier to see how it fares on the trails

Deuter Kid Comfort Pro review: a luxurious movable throne for the little one
By Alex Foxfield published
Baby and I ventured out with the Deuter Kid Comfort Pro to see if German engineering is the answer to our father-daughter adventuring needs

Thule Sapling review: a stylish, innovative and award-winning child carrier
By Alex Foxfield published
We review the Thule Sapling child carrier, with its kid-friendly seating position and safari ready looks

How to care for leather hiking boots: our top tips
By Alex Foxfield published
We guide you through how to care for leather hiking boots in order to maximize their life on the trail

Merrell Speed Eco Waterproof review: an eco-friendly and stylish hiker
By Alex Foxfield published
We take to the trails in Merrell’s Speed Eco Waterproof hiking shoe, a great speed hiker and the brand's most sustainable offering to date