ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE
Comfort and joy
Our 2024 gift guide includes present ideas that will not only delight family and friends but also support the Ramblers’ work, helping to protect our paths, tracks and trails, and increase access to nature for everyone
WIN! A £300 John Lewis voucher from HX Hurtigruten Expeditions
Plus, book your dream trip next year with a 5% discount for Ramblers supporters
Banish those winter blues and treat yourself with our prize draw to win a £300 John Lewis voucher, thanks to Ramblers partner HX Hurtigruten Expeditions. Simply enter your name and email address and you could be a winner in January. HX Hurtigruten Expeditions is a leader in expedition cruising, whether that’s spotting polar bears in the Arctic, watching marine iguanas bask on the Galápagos Islands or getting up close to Antarctica’s penguins. HX Hurtigruten Expeditions has also teamed up with the Ramblers to offer a 5% discount on cruises, and will donate 10% of every booking to the charity. Terms and conditions apply. Find out more here
Give them some welly
Enjoy dry, warm feet on wet days thanks to Muck Boot
The Derwent II Short Boots from Muck Boot are the wellies that any walker would be happy to find under the tree this Christmas. They’re 100% waterproof, with a breathable mesh lining, and feature a tough-tread rubber outsole to give a good grip in the wet and mud. The ideal unisex welly for wintry rambles and long dog walks! Priced at £120 from muckbootcompany.co.uk
A treasure trove
of Scottish walks
Explore Scotland's most beautiful landscapes with ease
For a Christmas gift that will inspire and delight, Outstanding Walks Scotland (£25, Ordnance Survey, ISBN 978 0319092842) is ideal for the outdoor enthusiast. This beautifully illustrated book includes 60 walks across Scotland, from Shetland to the Mull of Galloway. The book also includes 48 ‘don’t miss’ sites and 42 stunning picture essay locations. In total, there are more than 300 features of interest for you to visit. Offering both inspiration and practical content, the book caters to all abilities and adventures, whether you’re planning a quick stroll or a long hike. Plus, you can follow all the routes in the OS Maps app by scanning the QR codes in the book. Give the gift of adventure this Christmas!
A treasure trove
of Scottish walks
Explore Scotland's most beautiful landscapes with ease
For a Christmas gift that will inspire and delight, Outstanding Walks Scotland (£25, Ordnance Survey, ISBN 978 0319092842) is ideal for the outdoor enthusiast. This beautifully illustrated book includes 60 walks across Scotland, from Shetland to the Mull of Galloway. The book also includes 48 ‘don’t miss’ sites and 42 stunning picture essay locations. In total, there are more than 300 features of interest for you to visit. Offering both inspiration and practical content, the book caters to all abilities and adventures, whether you’re planning a quick stroll or a long hike. Plus, you can follow all the routes in the OS Maps app by scanning the QR codes in the book. Give the gift of adventure this Christmas!
Watch to find out about biomechanics
Watch to find out about biomechanics
The gift of healthy feet
Find the right shoes before you hit the trail with a free Footmap consultation
Badly fitting footwear can worsen underlying foot, knee and back pain. But at a Footmap clinic, an expert will analyse your gait and use some of the latest techniques to improve your biomechanics. The free clinics are located in two of the best outdoor shops in London (in Kensington and Mayfair), giving access to a huge range of footwear – so Footmap can help you choose the correct shoes for your individual pathology. Plus, to give you another reason to visit, Footmap has teamed up with Altimus and Bogner to offer you a second pair of shoes or boots at half price with every footwear purchase you make in store. For more information and to book your free consultation, visit foot-map.com or call 0203 633 5997.
Watch to find out about biomechanics
Watch to find out about biomechanics
The gift of healthy feet
Find the right shoes before you hit the trail with a free Footmap consultation
Badly fitting footwear can worsen underlying foot, knee and back pain. But at a Footmap clinic, an expert will analyse your gait and use some of the latest techniques to improve your biomechanics. The free clinics are located in two of the best outdoor shops in London (in Kensington and Mayfair), giving access to a huge range of footwear – so Footmap can help you choose the correct shoes for your individual pathology. Plus, to give you another reason to visit, Footmap has teamed up with Altimus and Bogner to offer you a second pair of shoes or boots at half price with every footwear purchase you make in store. For more information and to book your free consultation, visit foot-map.com or call 0203 633 5997.
A soothing treat for ramblers
Give the gift of TLC for muscles after a long day of walking
5Kind Hemp Massage Gel is designed to relax and soothe tired muscles and feet before and after exercise – and more than 90% of people who tried it agreed it does just that! Dermatologically approved and vegan-friendly, it’s rich in natural extracts and oils known for their therapeutic and anti-inflammatory benefits – including rosemary, menthol and hemp seeds. It’s also suitable for sensitive skin. Available in 100ml, 300ml and larger sizes, you can enjoy a 15% discount using the code WALKW24 at 5kind.com
Must-have mid-layer
Keep warm on the hill and around town with a North Face fleece from Cotswold Outdoor
Make one of these versatile North Face fleece jackets your go-to mid-layer for mountain hikes or urban exploits. They’ll perform beautifully under a waterproof coat or insulated jacket to provide extra warmth during the colder months, while also looking smart over a T-shirt if you’re heading into town. The Women’s Selsley Fleece Jacket and Men’s Purna Full Zip Fleece Jacket are available from the Ramblers’ partner Cotswold Outdoor. The Selsley was £95 and is now £65 and the Purna is now £70, down from £90.
Light it up
Never be left in the dark with Ledtopia’s hands-free solution
Whether you’re reading, crafting, walking or camping, this multipurpose, hands-free light from Ledtopia will come into its own. The flexible, malleable design means the light can be worn around your shoulders or moulded for use on a desk or the floor. With three levels of brightness, two built-in USB charging ports and five to ten hours’ use from an 80-minute charge, it’s a very versatile piece of kit. Priced at £25 from ledtopia.co.uk
Light it up
Never be left in the dark with Ledtopia’s hands-free solution
Whether you’re reading, crafting, walking or camping, this multipurpose, hands-free light from Ledtopia will come into its own. The flexible, malleable design means the light can be worn around your shoulders or moulded for use on a desk or the floor. With three levels of brightness, two built-in USB charging ports and five to ten hours’ use from an 80-minute charge, it’s a very versatile piece of kit. Priced at £25 from ledtopia.co.uk
Make their year
Spread the walking love with a Ramblers gift membership – including, for a limited time, a free neck warmer
Treat your loved one to the Ramblers gift membership – the perfect present for anyone who loves the great outdoors. An annual membership to the Ramblers is packed full of benefits, including unlimited access to 50,000 group walks, a library of tried-and-tested routes, walk magazine, exclusive discounts on walking gear and gadgets, and more. And all for only £43 a year! Gift someone special everything they need to enjoy an amazing year of walking in 2025. And for a limited time only, we’ve got a special treat for you: when you buy a gift membership, we’ll include a FREE neck warmer in the membership pack. Go to ramblers.org.uk/gift
Not just for Christmas
Wrap up warm and look good doing it, with a sustainable Ramblers jumper
The best Christmas jumper is one you can wear all year round. The Ramblers has teamed up with sustainable clothing maker Teemill to create a range of gorgeous walking-themed clothing, including this snuggly sweater. All products are 100% certified organic or recycled cotton, manufactured in a wind-powered factory on the Isle of Wight, and shipped in plastic-free packaging. What’s more, every purchase supports the Ramblers, so even more people can benefit from walking in nature. We’ve got cosy jumpers for wintry days and bright T-shirts for summers to come, plus jigsaw puzzles, bags and prints celebrating 90 years of rambling. ramblers.teemill.com
Peak performance
Stay dry on rainy rambles with Highlander’s Munro jacket
The Highlander Munro V2 Mountain Jacket offers the durability, fit and versatility to give you maximum protection in all weathers. Made with a high-performance three-layer PROT3X PFC-free fabric, it’s highly breathable while also offering an excellent waterproof rating (20,000mm). The lightweight jacket – a large weighs 556g – is fully featured, too, with a wired, three-way adjustable, helmet-compatible hood, YKK waterproof two-way central zip, pit-zips and raised, harness-compatible pockets. Now £119.99 (was £179.99) from highlander-outdoor.com
We are the Ramblers, Britain’s walking charity. We open the way for everyone to enjoy the simple pleasures of walking. And we step up to protect the places we all love to wander. Click to find out more.
Built with Shorthand