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The Phone Signal Lottery: Which Networks Reach Which Summits
Mountain mobile coverage changes by route, position, network and handset. Learn how to check current predictions, use offline tools and plan for calling 999 or 112 without treating signal bars as a safety guarantee.
Why Footpaths Split When Nobody Admits the Original Got Eroded
Erosion doesn't announce itself with signage — it just quietly creates a second path beside the first. Understanding why trails multiply and which one to follow keeps you on the intended route when the ground votes with its feet.
What Sheep Tracks Know That You Don't
Sheep have strong opinions about gradients and they've worn their preferences into the hillside over time. Their paths can look tempting, but they're optimised for animals with different destinations and may take you away from your planned route.
The Compass: How to Not End Up as a Local News Story
Eventually, the horizon is going to vanish and you'll have to decide if you trust your gut or the little red needle that’s actually right.
What is Prominence?
Prominence measures the least vertical descent needed to reach higher ground, which helps explain why some summits feel independent whilst others are bumps on a ridge — and why hill lists treat them differently.
Map Reading - The Art of Not Getting Lost (Mostly)
Forget relying on the blue dot alone; here’s how to use a paper map, understand the symbols and turn hillside squiggles into a practical route back to the pub.
A Hiker’s Guide to Clouds
Clouds can give hillwalkers useful clues about changing conditions, but they are not a timetable. Learn what common cloud types may indicate while still checking a current mountain forecast.