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'HOW TO' GUIDES Walking gaiters are an essential piece of kit for any hill walker or worker!What are Walking Gaiters? Walking gaiters are an essential piece of equipment for outdoor enthusia … Read Full Article

Best Walking Boots for Achilles Tendonitis There’s nothing worse than setting out on a walk only to have to stop after 20 minutes because the back of your foot is aching in particular your achilles … Read Full Article

Is your favourite rain coat letting in rain at the shoulders and in need of some TLC? We have just the product for you - Nikwax.Nikwax Waterproof Products What is Nikwax?  Globally known … Read Full Article

A sleeping bags can be a bit of a minefield when it comes to knowing what to buy. There are so many out there with various ratings of seasons, comfort and lower limit as well as varying materials … Read Full Article

Investing a small amount of time waxing your walking boots will mean a BIG pay off in the long-run. Keeping boots waxed will save money and time - not to mention keeping your feet wa … Read Full Article

It is always important that you are well prepared when walking in the mountains . Whether you plan on going with a walking group or on your own with your pet dog, being prepared is essential for yo … Read Full Article

A hiking staff is a long stick made from natural resources which is shaped or carved and used for a range of outdoor activities. The most common wood used to make a staff today is Chestnut. Many … Read Full Article

Prevent leaking walking boots with our expertly written guide and easy to follow advice. Soggy socks while out walking is no laughing matter. Read this guide to find out how to rescue and rep … Read Full Article

Whether you've decided to take up walking to get yourself out of the house, perhaps shed a few extra pounds or to simply make the most of the countryside, there's no doubt that what you wear will h … Read Full Article

When buying outdoor clothing or equipment, you may come across the term ‘Hydrostatic Head’. This term refers to how waterproof the fabric is. If an outdoor jacket has a Hydrostatic Hea … Read Full Article

Family walking holiday planned? Get the right walking gear! With Spring almost over and Summer just round the corner, it's time to start thinking about how to get your family fit and healthy … Read Full Article

What causes foot blisters? No matter what your activity, whether it be hiking, dog walking, shooting or farm work, foot blisters are a common ailment. There are many causes of foot blisters, … Read Full Article

No matter what the weather, rain or shine, walking your dog is a daily task – often of course, two or three times a day! Therefore wearing the correct dog walking gear is important if you are to re … Read Full Article

If you are considering joining a walking group such as The Ramblers, you may be a little unsure – perhaps even anxious – about what the walking excursions will entail and what you will need to do t … Read Full Article

RFID Safe TechnologyRFID stands for ‘Radio Frequency Identification’. This is a wireless non-contact radio frequency that will compromise an individuals personal identification.How it worksRF enabled … Read Full Article

When choosing a new pair of walking shoes or walking boots, getting the right size, ‘fit’ and style can be quite confusing – especially as some brands such as Grisport and Hi Tec, work to their … Read Full Article

Selecting the right walking socks is vital when out and about! There’s nothing worse than aching feet or blisters – sometimes after just a few miles of walking – and indeed there are many fo … Read Full Article

The effect of blue-green algae upon dogs Blue-green algae also known as Cyanobacteria is extremely poisonous to dogs, cats, horses, cows and birds. Blue-green algae is a microscopic bacteria th … Read Full Article

Nikwax Wash and Waterproofing Treatments for your Country Clothing and Outdoor Gear With the torrential down pours we have experienced over the last few months, I’m sure a lot of jackets and trou … Read Full Article

Go walking without the fear of painful and sore blisters! At Cherry Tree Country Clothing we really do understand how problematic sore feet and blisters are when out walking. We’ve been th … Read Full Article