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getting wims goat 1 26/10/2017

GETTING WIMS GOAT (part I)

Cold Brew Events have been responsible for some of the most innovative and challenging running races in our region over the past few years.  What sets them apart from the rest is the amalgamation of local culture and history, immersed within the challenging and beautiful terrain of our county.  One need only look to their two most recent offerings for confirmation of this: The Duergar A night time half marathon through the Simondside hills, inspired by the Simonside Dwarfs that lend the run its name.  Duergar are said to take... Read More

Hiking on the Canary Islands: All You Need to Know

Thanks to Chantel from Cottages in Northumberland for this piece on the Canary Islands. Image source: Pixabay With millions of visitors each year, the Canary Islands are a popular holiday destination that have so much to offer holidaymakers – including amazing weather, beautiful beaches and mountainous terrain. However, it isn’t just sun worshipers who want to come and enjoy this stunning collection of islands – it’s a popular place for hikers too. From the epic volcanic peaks on Tenerife to Lanzarote’s eerie, lunar landscape, hiking enthusiasts will be rewarded with... Read More

Five Iconic Hikes in the North East

Here’s a piece from friend of LD Mountain Centre, Chantel Stevenson, who works in the tourist industry in Northumberland and the North East at Cottages in Northumberland. Dunstanburgh Castle and a not so peaceful coastline As we head further into summer, the North East is offering up some of the best natural scenery in the British Isles. With breath-taking expanses of peaceful coastline and dense green forests galore, this region proudly boasts some of Europe’s most attractive destinations for outdoor enthusiasts. Tranquility at Kielder Water With plenty of adventurous routes... Read More

Cheviot and Hedgehope

Wim and Peter dodge the bad weather on Chevoit   The Cheviots are a funny place. ​ Amidst the bogs and the long-backed, muscular undulations that the range compromise, Cheviot looms henge-like and wise. Whilst Hedgehope angularity perches to its flanks, seemingly shifty and distrustful. The geographical equivalent of Dumbledore and Snape. ​ Much like their literary counterparts, Cheviot often promises so much, only to have its esteemed reputation needlessly and maliciously cut short, whilst its true significance is posthumously renovated with retrospective grandeur and wisdom. In this scenario, think... Read More

Jon’s Squash and Mushroom Cous Cous Risotto

  If you read our previous blog post regarding the upcoming article in The Great Outdoors magazine about LD Mountain Centre you will remember that Jon treated David Lintern and myself to a great lunch at Haughtongreen Bothy during our walk along the Roman Wall and Wark Forest. So here’s Jon’s recipe. Ingredients 350g Shiitakes ( brown cap will do) 2 small red onions A bunch of thyme 400g of diced squash 200g giant cous cous 4 cloves of garlic 150g blue cheese 1.5 litre veg stock Salt & Pepper... Read More

TGO Come For A Visit

After what felt like weeks of cloud and fog the day of our arranged visit from The Great Outdoors magazine arrived cloudy and foggy. However as we drove to our rendezvous at Steel Rigg on the Roman Wall the fog started to lift and the sky lightened, giving some encouragement that we may be able to see more than 10 metres. Looking SE from Steel Rigg Car Park TGO wanted to do a piece on LD Mountain Centre as an independent outdoor retailer which this year happens to be our... Read More

Swedish West Coast Style

Didriksons is another new brand foe at the LD Mountain Centre for Winter 2015/16   Didrikson’s was formed by Julius and Hanna Didrikson’s on the western coast of Sweden back in 1913 when they started to produce work wear for fisherman in Grundsund with the goal of producing functional clothes, with a timeless design, to be worn every day, no matter what the weather.   Today Didrikson’s range has that functional scandi style and is perfect for customers who are looking for a function stylist urban parka at a reasonable... Read More

A Sneak Peak of what’s to Come for winter 15/16 at the LD Mountain Centre Part 1

So what’s new for next winter at the LD Mountain Centre, we have some new and exciting brands coming for winter 2015/16 and also the return of some old favourites.     Dale of Norway   One for all the scandiphiles, born in 1872 when Peder Jebsen pasted through the small village of Dale on Norway’s west coast, he instantly recognised the potential for textile production utilizing the valley’s potential for hydro power and easy access to Norwegian wool.     Not long after, Peder secured rights for the local... Read More

Picking the right sunglasses.

The sun is finally here, so it is time to get the sunnies out. But picking the right pair for you can take a bit of thought. There are two main things to consider when picking sunglasses, the shape of the frame and the lens. What frame shape is best for you is influenced by the shape of your face; are you Round, Square, Oval, Rectangular, Diamond or Heart? There are many websites to help work this out. Round – If you have a round face, you want to avoid curved... Read More

Stay safe in the hot weather

With the mercury heading upwards and the sun coming out many of you will be heading out to enjoy the weather, but it is important to look after yourself. They say you should drink 2 litres of water a day, and this is very important when it is hot, so keep you water close to hand and easy accessible with a hydration bladder. Most rucksacks are compatible with bladders, but if yours isn’t, the level gauge on the Dukjug will help you keep track of how much you are drinking.... Read More