hiking with friends

We ponder the age old question, considering the pros and cons of each and reaching a verdict – well, a personal one at least...

Research shows that hiking can improve your relationships as well as your personal health and wellbeing

Is hiking a good first date? Our readers share hiking first date horror stories and happy endings to help you choose between dinner for two or the trail

Claire Maxted reveals her favourite hike: the Roaches and Lud's Church in England's spectacular Peak District

Science shows that hiking can help your relationships as well as your personal health and wellbeing, and naturally, we wanted to know more

Discover what to look for in a hiking partner so you can bag yourself the best trailmate for your adventures

We explain why there's nothing wrong with being a slow hiker, how a mellow pace has benefits, and some tips for what to do when you only have fast friends on the trail

We argue the case for hiking with friends – from problem solving to better picnics – and provide some helpful hints for hiking in groups