Five Mistakes Beginner Sea Kayakers Make Around Islands

Five common beginner mistakes around islands — tides, wind, channel crossings, kit and landing — with straightforward fixes for each.

Planning a Multi-Day Coastal Path Walk: Distances, Kit and Pit Stops

How to split an island coastal route into enjoyable daily stages, book reliable overnight stops and pack for wet, windy, exposed walking.

Wild Swimming for Beginners: Reading Tides on Island Beaches

A practical guide to wild swimming off British islands: how to pick a safe bay, time your dip around the tide, read the water, and know...