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Here Be Witches: Uncovering Scotland’s Wicked History within the Landscape
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Here Be Witches: Uncovering Scotland’s Wicked History within the LandscapeWhen I set out to explore the wilds of Scotland, I’m often captivated by...
Cooking Up Memories: A Wild Christmas Feast in the Heart of Nature
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special Christmas episode of "The Outdoors Station," I join my friend Andy Howell for a festive wild camping adventure in the Welsh hills, bra...
Wainwright Coast to Coast Part 9
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this final episode of our Coast to Coast series, I recount the last leg of our journey across England with Rose, Simon, and Ruth. We reflect on mem...
Wainwright Coast to Coast Part 8
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
So here we are on our penultimate day on the Wainwright Coast to Coast walk, sharing the challenges of overambitious planning, heavy packs, and a comi...
Wainwright Coast to Coast Part 7
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special 600th episode of The Outdoors Station, marking 20 years of sharing free content and countless hours spent creating these podcasts, we ...
Wainwright Coast to Coast Part 6
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share my experience hiking the Wainwright Coast to Coast Trail, focusing on our stay at the welcoming Church Holme campsite at Danb...
Wainwright Coast to Coast Part 5
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I recount day seven and day eight on the Wainwright Coast to Coast trail. We wake beside a stream at Rukins campsite, dodge incoming ...
Wainwright Coast to Coast Part 4
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I continue my journey with Rose on day six along the Wainwright Coast to Coast trail, walking from Kirkby Stephen to Keld. We share o...
Wainwright Coast to Coast Part 3
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Outdoors Station, I share the ups and downs of days four and five on our Wainwright Coast to Coast trek. The Lake District’s ...
Wainwright Coast to Coast Part 2
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Outdoors Station, I share part two of our Wainwright Coast to Coast adventure with Rose. We recount two tough days crossing the...
Wainwright Coast to Coast Part 1
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Outdoors Station, I share the start of my 12-day adventure on Wainwright’s Coast to Coast trail with my walking companion, Ro...
Cape to Cape: Two Wheels, One World - Pt2
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“Across the Sahara, through the Congo rainforest, and into the hearts of strangers—Ken & Marie pedal into the unknown. This is a story of connecti...
Cape to Cape: Two Wheels, One World - Pt1
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“A 30,000 km dream begins on the icy cliffs of Norway. Join Ken & Marie as they cross the continent, climb the Atlas Mountains, and discover the joy...
The Best Routes to Reach England's Highest Peak: Scafell Pike
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"There’s no single way to experience Scafell Pike — and that’s what makes it so magical."In this episode of "The Outdoor Station," I share my re...
The Best Long-Distance Hiking Experience You’ve Never Heard Of: The Hexatrek Pt2
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 590 on "The Outdoor Station" is Part Two of my conversation with guest Ryan Archer, a YouTuber and long-distance hiker, shares his experiences...
The Best Long-Distance Hiking Experience You’ve Never Heard Of: The Hexatrek Pt1
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode on "The Outdoors Station," we explore Ryan Archer's adventure on the Hexatrek, a relatively new 3,034-kilometre through-hike across Fr...
Discovering 90 Stunning Walking Routes Across Britain—All by Public Transport!
03 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this release from "The Outdoor Station," Bob Cartwright celebrates the podcast's 20th anniversary and the new series starting with the introduction...
No 587 - Forthcoming 2025 Series
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Outdoor Station UK podcast, I am thrilled to preview the exciting content planned for the 2025 series! I chat about a variety o...
No 586 - Rowing into History: Zara Lachlan's Record-Breaking Atlantic Crossing
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Outdoors Station podcast, we explore Zara Lachlan's historic solo rowing journey across the Atlantic Ocean. As the first woman ...
No 585 - Rowing into the Unknown
02 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Outdoor Station podcast, we celebrate our 20th year and the first podcast of 2025. Our main guest, Zara Lachlan, is on a solo ...
No 584 - SE Asia Flash Packers - Pt5
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast episode, Rose and I recount our journey from Siem Reap, Cambodia, to Ho Chi Min City, Vietnam. We share our experiences on a night bus...
No 583 - SE Asia Flash Packers - Pt4
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In my latest podcast episode, we continue our exploration of Siem Reap, Cambodia, delving deeper into the captivating temples that define this histori...
No 582 - SE Asia Flash Packers - Pt3
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast episode, we explore the wonders of Angkor Wat through the perspectives of multiple speakers. Our guide Samart introduces the episode, ...
No 581 - SE Asia Flash Packers - Pt2
10 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast episode, we recount our journey through Siem Reap, Cambodia. We began with a luxurious stay at the Sabara Angkor Hotel and Spa, follow...
No 580 - SE Asia Flash Packers - Pt1
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 580, we embark on an exciting journey from Heathrow to Cambodia. We share our experiences from the bustling markets of Phnom Penh to the hi...
No 579 - Our Next Big Aventure
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this lively episode of The Outdoor Station podcast, Bob shares his excitement about an upcoming adventure to Southeast Asia with his wife, Rose. H...
No 578 - Camping Rights or Camping Fights? The Dartmoor Dilemma!
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Outdoor Station podcast, host Bob Cartwright converses with Dr. Rose O'Neill, Chief Executive of the Campaign for National Park...
No 577 - Row, Rest, Repeat: Zara’s Atlantic Survival Plan
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of "The Outdoor Station," Bob introduces Zara Lachlan, a 21-year-old adventurer preparing to row 3600 miles solo and unsupported acros...
No 576 - Feral and Fearless: Katy Parrott’s Wild Ride Through Adventure and Art
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast on "The Outdoor Station," host Bob Cartwright chats with adventure athlete Katy Parrott. Katy shares her thrilling experiences in the ...
No 575 - Take Less Do More Outdoors
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of "The Outdoor Station," host Bob Cartwright interviews Glen Van Peski, founder of Gossamer Gear and a pioneer in ultralight backpack...
No 574 - From Tsunami Survivor to Outdoor Explorer
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered what it's like to balance the intense world of emergency medical services with a passion for outdoor adventures? Join us as we welcome ...
No 573 - Practical Hacks and Eco-Friendly Gear for Outdoor Enthusiasts - Pt5
20 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ready to revolutionise your outdoor adventures? Discover groundbreaking insights from the UK outdoor trade show, where sustainability meets innovation...
No 572 - Transform Your Adventures with Sustainable Gear - Pt4
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Outdoor Station Podcast, host Bob Cartwright speaks with Lindsay Morrison from Thermarest about their upcoming 2025 product lau...
No 571 - Green Adventures Await with Cutting-Edge Gear - Pt3
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Outdoor Trade Show (OTS) mini-series, the latest developments in the outdoor world are discussed. Kate Hawker, co-founder of Ad...
No 570 - Innovative Outdoor Gear for the Eco-Conscious Explorer - Pt2
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Legacy Project (00:01:40)Sam Fernando discusses Keela Outdoors' legacy project, emphasizing repair and refurbishment of outdoor garments to extend the...
No 569 - Gear Up Sustainably for Your Next Outdoor Journey - Pt1
07 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The impact of PFAS on outdoor activities (00:00:18)Discussion on the dangers and persistence of PFAS in outdoor gear and the push to regulate and ban ...
No 568 - Sleeping Under the Stars in a Bivvy and Finding Connection
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode OverviewBob's Podcast Success (00:00:19)Bob discusses the success of the podcast and his recent experiences at the outdoor trade show.Plans fo...
No 567 - The End of an Era - Closing The Store
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast episode, I reflect on the closure of Backpackinglight UK after nearly 20 years, discussing the journey and evolution of my company ami...
No 566 - Nikki Love - Running Across Australia - Pt2
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is part two of my conversation with Nikki Love and her remarkable journey across Australia, spanning from Perth to Sydney, began on May 1st, 2023...
No 565 - Nikki Love - Running Across Australia - Pt1
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to part one of my podcast interview with ultrarunning adventurer Nikki Love, where we delve into her incredible journey across Australia. On M...
No 564 - National Outdoor Expo - Review and Promo Codes
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A few interviews from the National Outdoor Expo and a sharing of time limited promo codes for listeners and viewers of The Outdoors Station.Please che...
No 563 - The National Outdoor Expo - Preview
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hey folks … I’m back!!This is a quick round up of what has been going on these last 12 months of silence, the new livestreams I am doing, in parti...
No 562 - Her Odyssey (Completed) Pt 3
10 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast and video is for people who want to understand the full impact of long term travel.To many, more than a couple of weeks travelling/hiking...
No 561 - The Perfect Trail Shoe
03 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Most 'enlightened' hikers these days use trail shoes, so if you've an avid boot user who repeats the mantra 'ankle support' without ever questioning i...
No 560 - Outdoor Gear Coach
27 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Advice is easy to come by when it comes to outdoors clothing and gear. But is it the ‘right’ advice?All you need to do is post a simple question o...
No 559 - Comparing Modern Outdoor Gear to the 17th Century
20 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This interview is partly educational and partly entertainment. Tom Langhorne is a wilderness and survival instructor based in the highlands of Scotlan...
No 558 - Packrafting in Sweden - The River Kaitum
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is part two of my conversation with Mark Waring regarding the joys of Packrafting and his 140km trip in 2022 along the River Kaitum in Sweden wit...
No 557 - Bikepacking Buds
06 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Todays interview is with Itzi Aldecoa Tamayo one of the co-founders of Bikepacking Buds.A UK based network and collective of bikepackers, who want to ...
No 556 - The Cold Fix
30 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The health benefits of cold water immersion is starting to become more well known with people like Wim Hof promoting the activity on main stream media...
No 555 - Hiiker App and how to use it
23 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today's podcast is with Eoin Hamilton, one of the key players behind the increasingly popular Hiiker App, which I'm sure you've seen popping up around...
No 554 - Packrafting - An Introduction
02 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Packrafting is growing in popularity and many people are now looking at those blue lines on the map much closer to see what potential adventures await...
No 553 - The Hot Tent Diaries
25 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
John D. Burns has spent over forty years among the mountains of the Scottish Highlands. He is an author and public speaker. His books tell of his adve...
No 552 - The Transcaucasian Trail - Pt2
18 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This continues the conversation with Anna Richards regarding her TCT thru hike during the summer of 2022.We get into detail about the practicalities o...
No 551 - The Transcaucasian Trail - Pt1
11 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Outdoor enthusiast and freelance writer Anna Richards was sitting at her desk one day when a notification popped up on Twitter directing her to this a...
No 550 - Latest Outdoor News
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It’s me! I'm back and I’m taking my first steps back into the Podasphere to see if my content is still needed and enjoyed by listeners around the ...
No 549 - TGO Challenge 2006 - Pt 10 (Recycled)
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Recently a listener in Australia enquired about the 2006 TGO Challenge series which I mentioned in the recent tribute to Andy Howell. (Podcast 539)Alt...
No 548 - TGO Challenge 2006 - Pt 9 (Recycled)
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Recently a listener in Australia enquired about the 2006 TGO Challenge series which I mentioned in the recent tribute to Andy Howell. (Podcast 539)Alt...
No 547 - TGO Challenge 2006 - Pt 8 (Recycled)
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Recently a listener in Australia enquired about the 2006 TGO Challenge series which I mentioned in the recent tribute to Andy Howell. (Podcast 539)Alt...
No 546 - TGO Challenge 2006 - Pt 7 (Recycled)
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Recently a listener in Australia enquired about the 2006 TGO Challenge series which I mentioned in the recent tribute to Andy Howell. (Podcast 539)Alt...
No 545 - TGO Challenge 2006 - Pt 6 (Recycled)
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Recently a listener in Australia enquired about the 2006 TGO Challenge series which I mentioned in the recent tribute to Andy Howell. (Podcast 539)Alt...
No 544 - TGO Challenge 2006 - Pt 5 (Recycled)
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Recently a listener in Australia enquired about the 2006 TGO Challenge series which I mentioned in the recent tribute to Andy Howell. (Podcast 539)Alt...
No 543 - TGO Challenge 2006 - Pt 4 (Recycled)
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Recently a listener in Australia enquired about the 2006 TGO Challenge series which I mentioned in the recent tribute to Andy Howell. (Podcast 539)Alt...
No 542 - TGO Challenge 2006 - Pt 3 (Recycled)
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Recently a listener in Australia enquired about the 2006 TGO Challenge series which I mentioned in the recent tribute to Andy Howell. (Podcast 539)Alt...
No 541 - TGO Challenge 2006 - Pt 2 (Recycled)
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Recently a listener in Australia enquired about the 2006 TGO Challenge series which I mentioned in the recent tribute to Andy Howell. (Podcast 539)Alt...
No 540 - TGO Challenge 2006 - Pt 1 (Recycled)
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Recently a listener in Australia enquired about the 2006 TGO Challenge series which I mentioned in the recent tribute to Andy Howell. (Podcast 539)Alt...
No 539 - Farewell Old Friend
13 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I know it has been some 8 months since my last podcast and this latest release will fill you in with some of the reasons for the silence.It has been a...
No 538 - Arms Of Andes
24 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Meli and Rensso Hinostroza, are the sister and brother team behind Arms Of Andes. Their Peruvian parents were raised in small, mountain towns in the h...
No 537 - Seize Your Adventure
05 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After she walked the Camino de Santiago, solo, in 2017, Fran Turauskis became uncomfortable with descriptions such as 'brave' and 'inspirational' when...
No 536 - Clear Access Clear Waters
29 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
For those who enjoy the freedom and rights to walk in or on our National Parks, Footpaths and rural byways in fact anywhere which is recognised as a n...
No 535 - Coming Soon On The Outdoors Station
15 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Here it is the first podcast of 2021 where we go through the diverse range of guests we are speaking with over the next few weeks.This year I’m look...
No 534 - Thanks For Nothing 2020
31 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is it. We are finally at the end of 2020 and we all know what a terrible year it has been on every level.This podcast covers some of what has hap...
No 533 - The Perimeter - Quintin Lake
18 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On the 15th September this year photographer Quintin Lake strode up the steps of St Paul’s Cathedral and quietly finished his 5 year photography pro...
No 532 - Wanderlust Europe - The Great European Hike
04 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Although this podcast goes into the background detail of what is involved in compiling a compendium like this which contains some of the best hikes in...
No 531 - Grandma Gatewood - Pt2
27 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is a part two of a two part interview with the author of Grandma Gatewood’s Walk. The book is a New York Times best seller and writer Ben Montg...
No 530 - Grandma Gatewood - Pt1
20 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is a part one of a two part interview with the author of Grandma Gatewood’s Walk. The book is a New York Times best seller and writer Ben Montg...
No 529 - Fungi and Foraging with Edulis Wild Food
14 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we welcome back forager Lisa Cutcliffe from Edulis Wild Food to delve into all things autumn, discussing edible delights from gluts of berr...
No 528 - The Cape Wrath Documentary
15 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin Augello is a documentary film maker who in October 2020 has just set off with a group of relative strangers to make a film of the Cape Wrath Tra...
No 527 - Her Odyssey - Pt2
24 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is the concluding conversation with Lauren (Neon) Reed and Bethany (Fidget) Hughes from Her Odyssey regarding their current expedition to travel ...
No 526 - Her Odyssey - Pt1
17 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Traversing the length of the Americas by non-motorized means, connecting stories of the land and its inhabitants.Part one of a fascinating interview w...
No 525 - The Big Rounds
11 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Cicerone Press have just released the book The Big Rounds by David Lintern.A guide to Britain’s three most challenging long distance mountain rounds...
No 524 - Sophie Rooney - Rundinavia
19 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In 2016 Sophie Rooney set off with the bold intention of becoming the first woman to run the length of Scandinavia. From Nordkapp (the northernmost p...
No 523 - Foraging with Edulis Wild Foods
01 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is the audio only from my recent Live Stream interview with Lisa Cutcliffe from Edulis Wild Foods.As Spring bursts forth in abundance around us i...
No 522 - Philip Carcia - The Single Year Grid - Pt2
17 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is part two of my fascinating conversation with Philip Carcia who completed the Single Year Grid last year in New Hampshire.Do have a listen to p...
No 521 - Philip Carcia - The Single Year Grid - Pt1
10 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This interviewee was suggested by long term listener Keith Foskett who met Philip on a mountain one day while hiking in the states.His story and the t...
No 520 - Making The Unseen Seen
03 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Before all the Covid-19 hit the news and somewhere after the fire in Australia I had the pleasure to speak with Emily Penn about a topic that was in t...
No 519 - Ben James - Winter Iceland Crossing
27 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
I’ve spoken with Dermot and Katie in previous Podcasts about crossing Iceland in the better weather. However Ben James along with Neil Cox Having co...
No 518 - Adventure Supping
20 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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No 517 - I've Got The Power
13 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Finally the electrician showed up to wire up and connect the new building, the office and more importantly the studio.Don’t you just love it when ‘...
No 516 - Cam Hikes The PCT
06 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It has been a while since we spoke with a guest regarding either starting or finishing the PCT. To delve into their preparation or their conclusions.S...
No 515 - The Trail Of Tears - Pt2
28 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is the concluding part of my conversation with two British adventurers who in 2019 followed a route which consisted of a 900 mile paddle and 400 ...
No 514 - The Trail Of Tears - Pt1
21 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is part one of a fascinating story about two British adventurers who in 2019 followed a route which consisted of a 900 mile paddle and 400 miles ...
No 513 - Ready Steady Slow - Pt2
14 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is the second part of my interview with Nikki Ray regarding her solo cycle trip to Ghana on a bike she built herself.In it we touch on the the di...
No 512 - Ready Steady Slow - Pt1
07 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Let me introduce you to Nikki Ray who between August 2018 and May 2019 cycled solo, carrying all her belongings (including a ukulele), from Santander ...
No 511 - The Wild Fires In Australia
31 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The bushfires in Australia are now reaching biblical proportions and even though the news media has already moved on to the Corona Virus, the fires ar...
No 510 - Jenny Tough - Pt2
24 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In part one Jenny tells us of her project to run solo and unsupported across a mountain range on every continent where indigenous mountain people live...
No 509 - Jenny Tough - Pt1
17 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This interview with Jenny Tough took place while she is Kathmandu waiting for her flight back home to Scotland just before the New Year.She wanted a q...
No 508 - Anna Blackwell - Pt2
10 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In part one Anna told us about her experiences while walking the Kings Trail in Sweden and the Green Ribbon in Scandinavia. This podcast concentrates ...
No 507 - Anna Blackwell - Pt1
03 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the first podcast of 2020 and I’m delighted to introduce you to Anna Blackwell a 26 year old adventurer who got bitten by the adventure a...
No 506 - Christmas Day Walk on the Hills
27 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Wishing all our listeners a happy and healthy holiday season and hope that we all travel into 2020 in a positive and relaxed manner.This podcast was r...
No 505 - The Next Challenge
20 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This interview is with Tim Moss from The Next Challenge website. It provides some background to his outdoor history and how he has turned the tables f...