Sian Lewis
An award-winning travel and outdoors journalist, presenter and blogger, Sian regularly writes for The Independent, Evening Standard, BBC Countryfile, Coast, Outdoor Enthusiast and Sunday Times Travel. Life as a hiking, camping, wild-swimming adventure-writer has taken her around the world, exploring Bolivian jungles, kayaking in Greenland, diving with turtles in Australia, climbing mountains in Africa and, in Thailand, learning the hard way that peeing on a jellyfish sting doesn’t help. Her blog, thegirloutdoors.co.uk, champions accessible adventures.
Latest articles by Sian Lewis

By Rosee Woodland Last updated
Riverbeds, rocks, rapids, reefs, rudders... the best water shoes to protect your feet from blue-space hazards

By Louis Dzierzak Last updated
We've selected the best 4-person tents for camping with friends and family, so that you can have the best time whichever tent you pick

By Will Symons Last updated
Our selection of the best pop-up tents: shelters that pitch ridiculously fast, fit most budgets and come in all shapes and sizes

By Charlie Lyon Published
If you're looking for a bargain to see you through your backcountry adventures, check out our pick of the best cheap hiking boots

By Pat Kinsella Last updated
The best hiking gloves to keep your hands and fingers toasty, whether you're at altitude in summer, or braving super snowy conditions

By Sian Lewis Last updated
The best sleeping bag liners add welcome toastiness to your sleeping bag, as well as shielding it from grime and damage

By Sian Lewis Last updated
Avon Skin So Soft Original Dry Oil is a rogue moisturizer that turned out to be a superb, affordable insect repellent – good for midges, and nice on skin too

By Sian Lewis Last updated
The best hiking sandals in our roundup are rugged enough to take on the wild and are also a great look at the beach or pool too

By Sian Lewis Last updated
Our pick of the best women's hiking tops are comfortable, breathable and durable, making them ideal choices for all-day walking and trekking trails

By Sian Lewis Last updated
Our roundup of the best women’s ski jackets and snow sports jackets reveals essentials for the slopes that work just as well for winter hiking too

By Alex Foxfield Last updated
On the hunt for a list of the best lightweight camping gear that keeps the conditions at bay and provides comfort in the backcountry? Look no further

By Sian Lewis Last updated
Our top pick of the best women’s gilets, hiking vests and body warmers are ideal for walking, working and playing outdoors

By Alex Foxfield Last updated
Our camping experts reveal their 7 reasons you need a camping chair for your backcountry adventures and outdoor use closer to home

By Sian Lewis Last updated
Die-hard campers need to kick back, relax – and learn to love the luxury of glamping. After all, it’s no sin to sleep outside in comfort sometimes...

By Sian Lewis Last updated
We consider the whether or not you should buy a pop-up tent for camping trips and backpacking missions

By Pat Kinsella Last updated
Our roundup of the best hiking hats gives you a great selection, whether you're after a beanie for warmth, or a summer topper for shade

By Sian Lewis Last updated
Our selection of the best women’s ski pants, snow bibs and salopettes for great fun in the snow, tested and rated

By Sian Lewis Last updated
Our selection of the 10 best insect repellents for keeping the pesky bugs away in the great outdoors

By Sian Lewis Last updated
Our pick of the best thermal underwear for women that combines warmth with breathability

By Sian Lewis Last updated
Our pick of the best women’s fleece jackets, chosen by experts, are perfect mid or outer layers for cold-weather adventures

By Sian Lewis Last updated
Our roundup of the best camping lanterns features the finest options for illuminating your tent or campsite

By Matthew Jones Last updated
We get to grips with the best budget hiking boots around so that you don’t have to splash out to find good performance footwear for the backcountry

By Sian Lewis Last updated
In our roundup of the best women's sleeping bags, we unzip the finest cozy cocoons designed with the female form in mind
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