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Anyone into hiking and/or wild camping?
I love just getting away from the crowds and the just being at one with nature. It’s good for the mind to let it switch off now and again.
Just before lockdown I done the Yorkshire three peaks and in February, Ben Nevis...the views were incredible. I would love to do the National three peaks.
I’ve wild camped in the Lakes, Wales and in the Yorkshire Dales and they’ve all been incredible.
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"Anyone into hiking and/or wild camping?
I love just getting away from the crowds and the just being at one with nature. It’s good for the mind to let it switch off now and again.
Just before lockdown I done the Yorkshire three peaks and in February, Ben Nevis...the views were incredible. I would love to do the National three peaks.
I’ve wild camped in the Lakes, Wales and in the Yorkshire Dales and they’ve all been incredible.
I’m not expecting a huge rush of replies, it’s not your typical post "
I pretty much do this every weekend x |
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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago
Dubai & Nottingham |
A bunch of wild camp and are on the Facebook groups , UK and uk. We also naked wild swim in winter it’s amazing , your skin burns. Best to date was NYE at the summit of Cadair Idris , minus 16 in a bivi bag, champagne froze. Win Hill is good for a short one , do the 3P and Y3p regularly bit not will camping. |
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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago
Dubai & Nottingham |
There’s a place your way called Rosebury Topping we have wild camped. Also Luds Church, kinder ww2 crash sites, bleaklow Moor are all good spots: there’s also secret shooting lodge near Buxton with a guest book and supplies you need GPS to find it |
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over a year ago
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Did the pennine way last year. But all along it are hostels, campsites and bb in easy reach. I wild camped a few times. Greg's hut. Mountain rescue hut.
The year before I did some of the Ridgeway and wild camped most of that.
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"A bunch of wild camp and are on the Facebook groups , UK and uk. We also naked wild swim in winter it’s amazing , your skin burns. Best to date was NYE at the summit of Cadair Idris , minus 16 in a bivi bag, champagne froze. Win Hill is good for a short one , do the 3P and Y3p regularly bit not will camping. "
Ah cadair did you return mad or a poet
I'm still unsure x |
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"Anyone into hiking and/or wild camping?
I love just getting away from the crowds and the just being at one with nature. It’s good for the mind to let it switch off now and again.
Just before lockdown I done the Yorkshire three peaks and in February, Ben Nevis...the views were incredible. I would love to do the National three peaks.
I’ve wild camped in the Lakes, Wales and in the Yorkshire Dales and they’ve all been incredible.
I’m not expecting a huge rush of replies, it’s not your typical post
I pretty much do this every weekend x"
Where do you go? |
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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago
Dubai & Nottingham |
"A bunch of wild camp and are on the Facebook groups , UK and uk. We also naked wild swim in winter it’s amazing , your skin burns. Best to date was NYE at the summit of Cadair Idris , minus 16 in a bivi bag, champagne froze. Win Hill is good for a short one , do the 3P and Y3p regularly bit not will camping.
Ah cadair did you return mad or a poet
I'm still unsure x"
A bit mad tbh. It’s worth it , photographs of sunset and sunrise on a pure white landscape and the frozen lake half way up are something else. I wore spikes and took an ice axe for safety as there’s some drop offs and it was dark, it’s quite a treck up and takes a while for your toes to get warm , you need a good down filled mat but highly recommend doing it once |
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over a year ago
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I love hiking and wild camping, I'm lucky enough to have the lakes on my door step. I love being out doors, few days with camping gear, gold panning gear, air rifle or fishing and I'm a happy guy  |
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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago
Dubai & Nottingham |
"Yes love the concept quite like the idea of stealth camping as well. Follow a few Youtubers who do it.
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Who’s the guy Alistair someone , stealth adventurer ?
He inspired me a few years back and I keep a 10k pack in the boot now always ready - waterproof bivi, Down bag and mat, jetboil, oats, powder milk , aero press, coffee, trail shoes , base layer, top layer , water bottle, chocolate .... the idea is impromptu solo stealth camping |
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"A bunch of wild camp and are on the Facebook groups , UK and uk. We also naked wild swim in winter it’s amazing , your skin burns. Best to date was NYE at the summit of Cadair Idris , minus 16 in a bivi bag, champagne froze. Win Hill is good for a short one , do the 3P and Y3p regularly bit not will camping.
Ah cadair did you return mad or a poet
I'm still unsure x
A bit mad tbh. It’s worth it , photographs of sunset and sunrise on a pure white landscape and the frozen lake half way up are something else. I wore spikes and took an ice axe for safety as there’s some drop offs and it was dark, it’s quite a treck up and takes a while for your toes to get warm , you need a good down filled mat but highly recommend doing it once "
Its It's actually a surprising good winter climb despite its proximity to the sea
Iv camped there autumn and winter
Iv actually never had cold toes in the UK. needs to drop below -18
I have a pair of down gloves and camp boots
Gutted this season was a wash out |
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"There’s a place your way called Rosebury Topping we have wild camped. Also Luds Church, kinder ww2 crash sites, bleaklow Moor are all good spots: there’s also secret shooting lodge near Buxton with a guest book and supplies you need GPS to find it "
Thank you, I’ll have a look. I’ve hiked Luds Church...it’s stunning. |
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"Yes love the concept quite like the idea of stealth camping as well. Follow a few Youtubers who do it.
Who’s the guy Alistair someone , stealth adventurer ?
He inspired me a few years back and I keep a 10k pack in the boot now always ready - waterproof bivi, Down bag and mat, jetboil, oats, powder milk , aero press, coffee, trail shoes , base layer, top layer , water bottle, chocolate .... the idea is impromptu solo stealth camping "
Alastair Humphreys?
Another channel worth a look for stealth camping is Vagabond Holiday. Would not do what he does but great watching. |
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By *mberWoman
over a year ago
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I love hiking. It's a long time since I wild camped though. I'd rather camp where there's a loo. Plus I don't like carrying all the kit.
But hiking and camping somewhere remote is great.
I've done the Y3P and N3P. Both are great. |
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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago
Dubai & Nottingham |
"A bunch of wild camp and are on the Facebook groups , UK and uk. We also naked wild swim in winter it’s amazing , your skin burns. Best to date was NYE at the summit of Cadair Idris , minus 16 in a bivi bag, champagne froze. Win Hill is good for a short one , do the 3P and Y3p regularly bit not will camping.
Ah cadair did you return mad or a poet
I'm still unsure x
A bit mad tbh. It’s worth it , photographs of sunset and sunrise on a pure white landscape and the frozen lake half way up are something else. I wore spikes and took an ice axe for safety as there’s some drop offs and it was dark, it’s quite a treck up and takes a while for your toes to get warm , you need a good down filled mat but highly recommend doing it once
Its It's actually a surprising good winter climb despite its proximity to the sea
Iv camped there autumn and winter
Iv actually never had cold toes in the UK. needs to drop below -18
I have a pair of down gloves and camp boots
Gutted this season was a wash out "
I know those ‘booties’ lol can’t bring myself to own a pair but I know a lot of people do and swear by them. I think my problem is cos I’m a trail / fell runner so so don’t do traditional boots and feet are often wet by the time I’m getting in the bivi. I like to stay light and agile max 10-15k on my back and light speed cross type footwear doesn’t always lead to a good nights sleep in winter |
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"I love hiking. It's a long time since I wild camped though. I'd rather camp where there's a loo. Plus I don't like carrying all the kit.
But hiking and camping somewhere remote is great.
I've done the Y3P and N3P. Both are great."
That’s why I got into “overlanding”  I don’t wanna carry everything. |
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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago
Dubai & Nottingham |
"I love hiking. It's a long time since I wild camped though. I'd rather camp where there's a loo. Plus I don't like carrying all the kit.
But hiking and camping somewhere remote is great.
I've done the Y3P and N3P. Both are great."
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You ever had a fab wild camp ? 
In summer you don’t need to carry much and just pee before you sleep. You can pack 7-8kg on your back for one nights camp |
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"I love hiking. It's a long time since I wild camped though. I'd rather camp where there's a loo. Plus I don't like carrying all the kit.
But hiking and camping somewhere remote is great.
I've done the Y3P and N3P. Both are great..
You ever had a fab wild camp ?
In summer you don’t need to carry much and just pee before you sleep. You can pack 7-8kg on your back for one nights camp "
No, no FAB wild camping but I’d be up for it. One way to keep warm of a night  |
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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago
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"I’ve never seen so many stars when I’ve wild camped either.
You are usually away from a lot of light pollution so it’s perfect on a clear night.
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This is exactly why we bivi not tent - all toasty warm with a slightly cold nose , stars and space station orbiting on a June night on the summit of Win Hill it’s bliss....and then sunrise |
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"I’ve never seen so many stars when I’ve wild camped either.
You are usually away from a lot of light pollution so it’s perfect on a clear night.
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Some beautiful sights from being in the middle of nowhere, high enough for no light pollution. |
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"Anyone into hiking and/or wild camping?
I love just getting away from the crowds and the just being at one with nature. It’s good for the mind to let it switch off now and again.
Just before lockdown I done the Yorkshire three peaks and in February, Ben Nevis...the views were incredible. I would love to do the National three peaks.
I’ve wild camped in the Lakes, Wales and in the Yorkshire Dales and they’ve all been incredible.
I’m not expecting a huge rush of replies, it’s not your typical post "
Definitely like to try it with the right person. I want to go on them organised weekend experiences so I can meet new people and learn about bush craft |
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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago
Dubai & Nottingham |
"Anyone into hiking and/or wild camping?
I love just getting away from the crowds and the just being at one with nature. It’s good for the mind to let it switch off now and again.
Just before lockdown I done the Yorkshire three peaks and in February, Ben Nevis...the views were incredible. I would love to do the National three peaks.
I’ve wild camped in the Lakes, Wales and in the Yorkshire Dales and they’ve all been incredible.
I’m not expecting a huge rush of replies, it’s not your typical post
Definitely like to try it with the right person. I want to go on them organised weekend experiences so I can meet new people and learn about bush craft "
The fave book groups are good for that there are wild camping and bush craft meet-ups and a spin off for singles. Just join the right ones based on your views on fire, they can be brutal .... |
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"I did Wearnside and Ingleborough today with a lovely Fab friend. She was like a mountain goat lol. I’d prefer to stay in B&Bs on route to be honest. Not a fan of camping. "
I was on Buckden Pike...the views were incredible so I imagine Whernside would have been good too |
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"I’ve never seen so many stars when I’ve wild camped either.
You are usually away from a lot of light pollution so it’s perfect on a clear night.
I wild camped at Malham Tarn on New Years Eve...the sunrise for the New Year was amazing. The pic I took is going on a split canvas in my bedroom.
This is exactly why we bivi not tent - all toasty warm with a slightly cold nose , stars and space station orbiting on a June night on the summit of Win Hill it’s bliss....and then sunrise "
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"I can't do the hiking at the mo but I am planning on going basic but not wild camping as soon as I'm able to. Looking forward to it"
Just getting out and going back to basics is great...making a fire in a fire pit...jacket potatoes...games |
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"We were at Ben Nevis in February! We can’t wild camp anymore as need electric hookup for medical equipment
J x"
I went to the Fort William hiking festival...it was brilliant. Ice climbing and hiking. |
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"I'd love to try wild camping, I adore being out in nature "
Well if you ever fancy it...it really does make you feel at one with nature. There’s no noise from other tents, no light pollution. Just you and nature...  |
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On the same theme someone had uploaded onto YouTube.. "walking across wales in a straight line"
Starting out near oswestry quest is to walk in straight line across wales in a straight line not deviating from his gps  Tracker
Over and through hedges cross rivers and lakes camping in wild woods..sneaking through folks gardens and farm yards..
It's a good watch...eventually comes out by famous George pub on mawddach estuary near dolgellau.. |
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"We've wild camped once, by a little river up in the Brecon Beacons. Now it's a bit more luxury, in our little vw. Had to cancel 3 trips due to lockdown.."
Yeah definately more luxury than a tent. That’s the dream to get a VW Van |
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Yes, absolutely love setting up a tent somewhere especially next to a lake or river, love to swim in as many lakes or rivers as I can because I find it refreshing... I actually find camping more comfortable and peaceful than sleeping in a bed.
The other week I was just sleeping outside in the garden mainly to cool off ... and somehow it was more comfortable than the bed I have  |
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"Yes, absolutely love setting up a tent somewhere especially next to a lake or river, love to swim in as many lakes or rivers as I can because I find it refreshing... I actually find camping more comfortable and peaceful than sleeping in a bed.
The other week I was just sleeping outside in the garden mainly to cool off ... and somehow it was more comfortable than the bed I have "
I find sleeping on the ground considerably better than a bed |
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Some great wild camps in the lakes, it's usually accepted to wold camp above 300m contour.
There are plenty of qualified mountain guides that will guide and even run wild camping trips for clients.
One of my favorite things to do... |
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"Some great wild camps in the lakes, it's usually accepted to wold camp above 300m contour.
There are plenty of qualified mountain guides that will guide and even run wild camping trips for clients.
One of my favorite things to do... "
The thing I love about wild camping though is to pick an area, then trek it and look out for potential places. I find if it’s too structured I’d hate it or had too many rules |
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"Yes, absolutely love setting up a tent somewhere especially next to a lake or river, love to swim in as many lakes or rivers as I can because I find it refreshing... I actually find camping more comfortable and peaceful than sleeping in a bed.
The other week I was just sleeping outside in the garden mainly to cool off ... and somehow it was more comfortable than the bed I have "
I think it’s just the fresh air...must ease your body more or usually I’ve walked in a few miles with pack so I’m tired! |
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"I was meant to go camping next week but lost another mini holiday due to covid
I absolutely love sleeping outdoors
The smell of nature all around  "
Yes there’s nothing that beats it. I sleep so well in a tent...except when I need a wee in the night  |
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By *mberWoman
over a year ago
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"I love hiking. It's a long time since I wild camped though. I'd rather camp where there's a loo. Plus I don't like carrying all the kit.
But hiking and camping somewhere remote is great.
I've done the Y3P and N3P. Both are great..
You ever had a fab wild camp ?
In summer you don’t need to carry much and just pee before you sleep. You can pack 7-8kg on your back for one nights camp "
No, I would though if it was someone I knew well. You're a bit vulnerable out in the middle of nowhere. |
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"I take my landrover and set up the roof tent in the middle of the Lake District and north wales. Nobody for miles. Love the peace and quiet. "
Hi G cant msg you due to your filters could you msg me please, re wild camping and overlanding |
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"I love hiking. It's a long time since I wild camped though. I'd rather camp where there's a loo. Plus I don't like carrying all the kit.
But hiking and camping somewhere remote is great.
I've done the Y3P and N3P. Both are great..
You ever had a fab wild camp ?
In summer you don’t need to carry much and just pee before you sleep. You can pack 7-8kg on your back for one nights camp
No, I would though if it was someone I knew well. You're a bit vulnerable out in the middle of nowhere."
Yes I wouldn’t select it as a first meet |
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Me and my crew have done nevis, and camped a few, off the grid spots in cornwall. We usually find a spot on google earth then hike from the cars about an hour
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"I was meant to go camping next week but lost another mini holiday due to covid
I absolutely love sleeping outdoors
The smell of nature all around
Yes there’s nothing that beats it. I sleep so well in a tent...except when I need a wee in the night "
Omg its bloody freezing then lol lucky ive a portaloo. Got to have some comforts lol |
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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago
Dubai & Nottingham |
"I love hiking. It's a long time since I wild camped though. I'd rather camp where there's a loo. Plus I don't like carrying all the kit.
But hiking and camping somewhere remote is great.
I've done the Y3P and N3P. Both are great..
You ever had a fab wild camp ?
In summer you don’t need to carry much and just pee before you sleep. You can pack 7-8kg on your back for one nights camp
No, I would though if it was someone I knew well. You're a bit vulnerable out in the middle of nowhere."
First time I solo camped on kinder scout I lay there all night terrified with an ice axe in my hands! every little sound you imagine is a serial killer up on the moor lol. In reality biggest risk is getting lost or injured walking in the dark , very rarely see anyone other than occasionally another wild camper ! |
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"I love hiking. It's a long time since I wild camped though. I'd rather camp where there's a loo. Plus I don't like carrying all the kit.
But hiking and camping somewhere remote is great.
I've done the Y3P and N3P. Both are great..
You ever had a fab wild camp ?
In summer you don’t need to carry much and just pee before you sleep. You can pack 7-8kg on your back for one nights camp
No, I would though if it was someone I knew well. You're a bit vulnerable out in the middle of nowhere.
First time I solo camped on kinder scout I lay there all night terrified with an ice axe in my hands! every little sound you imagine is a serial killer up on the moor lol. In reality biggest risk is getting lost or injured walking in the dark , very rarely see anyone other than occasionally another wild camper ! "
I just think to myself what are the chances of there being two axe murderers in the wild at the same time
I think once you get away from that thought you are fine but yes the fear is real |
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Lived wild 2 years....no home but the fields, the hills and the trees...totally shut off from people..changed my consciousness forever..dont think same as I used to..not even close..  |
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"I love hiking. It's a long time since I wild camped though. I'd rather camp where there's a loo. Plus I don't like carrying all the kit.
But hiking and camping somewhere remote is great.
I've done the Y3P and N3P. Both are great..
You ever had a fab wild camp ?
In summer you don’t need to carry much and just pee before you sleep. You can pack 7-8kg on your back for one nights camp
No, I would though if it was someone I knew well. You're a bit vulnerable out in the middle of nowhere.
First time I solo camped on kinder scout I lay there all night terrified with an ice axe in my hands! every little sound you imagine is a serial killer up on the moor lol. In reality biggest risk is getting lost or injured walking in the dark , very rarely see anyone other than occasionally another wild camper ! "
This is why I take my terrier with me |
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"Lived wild 2 years....no home but the fields, the hills and the trees...totally shut off from people..changed my consciousness forever..dont think same as I used to..not even close.. "
Wow...sounds amazing and scary |
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"I do plenty of it with the army but it would be nice to get out and do it without the lack of sleep and having to walk miles carrying loads of gear in a civvy capacity!"
Yes, you actually want to enjoy it not without all that gear |
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