When the Weather Changes, Community Doesn’t

malvern Hills

When the Weather Changes, Community Doesn’t Some weeks remind you that adventure isn’t always about reaching the summit. Last weekend we took on the Malvern Hills in soaring temperatures. Ten peaks, endless climbs and enough sunshine to make even the most enthusiastic walker question their life choices. Thankfully, an ice-cold drink and a pastry in…

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Just Focus on the Next Step

Last week, sixteen of us headed to the Albanian Alps for what turned out to be one of the most memorable adventures I’ve ever led. On paper, it looked challenging enough. Long trekking days, steep climbs, rocky trails and plenty of ascent. Add in temperatures that seemed determined to remind us that shade is one…

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The Fear Was Still There. I Was Just Calmer Than It

Last weekend, on our walk around the Rollright Stones, we came across a field of young cows. Now, if you’ve known me for any length of time, you’ll know that cows and I have a rather complicated relationship. Whilst many people see gentle creatures peacefully grazing in a field, my brain tends to have a…

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What Happens When Ordinary People Do Hard Things?

Last Sunday, sixteen of us headed to the Peak District to take on the Edale Skyline Trail. If you’ve never done it, it’s one of those walks that seems to have a bit of everything. Big views, steep climbs, rocky paths, open moorland and enough ups and downs to make your legs get a bit…

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Technology Can Make Life Easier. But It’s People That Make Life Meaningful.

Over the last few months I’ve found myself thinking a lot about technology and how quickly the world is changing. AI seems to be everywhere at the moment. It can write articles, create images, answer questions, organise schedules and help businesses become more efficient than ever before. As somebody who runs a small business, I…

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