What I wear for UK WINTER hiking 

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Thank you!! The cactus has been going strong for many years 😂 have a great Christmas! 😊

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Cheers Hugh!! He’s already called me out on that 😂

I completely agree, they can definitely be too thick for some footwear. I avoid them with some of my shoes, but they seem to work well in my La Sportivas as they’re a bit too big for me! I would love it if they brought out a thinner version.

I think softshells vary a lot in their ability to act as as final outer layer. I have 5 different jackets, of various types, which I use depending on the likely weather. My softshell seems to take on a bit of water on the surface but it doesn’t seem to penetrate to the inside and still keeps me warm. I treat it with Nikwax every now and then.

Thank you very much! The HH base layer is in their Lifa Active Base Layer range 👍

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Hi, the nice thing about the Peak District is it’s very beginner hiker friendly. Lots of very well sign posted routes, with well trodden paths. Mam Tor/ The Great Ridge is always a good one if you want a taster, Curbar Edge, Stanage Edge are good options as well. Just make sure it’s good weather up there as it can get bad especially if it’s windy. Lots of nice lower level walks in the White Peak as well.

There are lots of guide books out there with walks to get you going, also learn to read a map and take it with you. Mam Tor and the Great Ridge is also one of my favourites like Alex. Make sure that you have good footwear and a waterproof jacket as a minimum - and no jeans if there is any chance of rain (they get wet easily and cling to your legs and make you cold). A pair of even cheap synthetic walking trousers are far better than jeans! As Alex said, avoid cotton!