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Recommended Routes: South West of England
We believe there is no better way to explore Great Britain than on foot or bike. To prove that point, we’ve teamed up with Ordnance Survey, the national mapping agency,...
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Get Crafty with Millets: How to Make a Pinecone Bauble
As parents, you may be struggling to think of ways to get your kids outside, especially as days turn colder and darker. Or maybe you’re worried about keeping them busy...
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Visiting London: Great Outdoor Landmarks
Take a break from the captial without leaving it… Believe it or not, London is a green city with 3,000 parks of varying sizes designated as public open spaces. Whether you...
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Black Friday - Top 5 Parkas
Choosing the right winter coat can be a struggle with Black Friday sales upon us, now is the best time to look at keeping yourself warm this winter. At Millets, we...
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Black Friday – Top 5 Footwear
Black Friday is right around the corner and here at Millets, we want you to get the best deals possible. To fully enjoy the outdoors, you’re going to need some...
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Junior Explorers' Club: Walking With The Family
As part of Junior Explorers’ Club, we are actively encouraging your little ones to get outdoors! After all, it’s a club that’s all about adventuring, creating and exploring. At Millets,...
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Recommended Routes: Wales
We believe there is no better way to explore Great Britain than on foot or bike. To prove that point, we’ve teamed up with Ordnance Survey, the national mapping agency,...
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Buying Guide: Bikes
Cycling has grown to become one of the most popular activities, with more people taking to two wheels than ever before. And while riding a bike is as easy as...
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Recommended Routes: Loch Lomond & The Trossachs
We believe there is no better way to explore Great Britain than on foot or bike. To prove that point, we’ve teamed up with Ordnance Survey, the national mapping agency,...
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Your Guide to Britain's National Parks
Britain plays host to 15 National Parks which have some of the nation’s most inspiring and remarkable landscapes. Visit them and you’ll uncover many of Britain’s best walking, cycling and horse...
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Join Our Junior Explorer's Club
Inspiring a World of Adventure in Your Home From birth humans instinctively want to explore. This summer we saw that restrictions put many our our outdoor adventures on hold which...
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Millets x Mind: How the Outdoors Benefits your Mental Health
Get your Hats On For Mind! Here at Millets, we are partnering with Mind, a fantastic charity that raises awareness of mental health, campaigns for better services and offers advice...
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Recommended Routes: Cornwall
We believe there is no better way to explore Great Britain than on foot or bike. To prove that point, we’ve teamed up with Ordnance Survey, the national mapping agency,...
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Back to Basics: What Layers Do I Need?
At Millets we’ve been getting people outdoors since 1893 and so we know the importance of having the right gear, especially when it comes to the unpredictable British weather. Now...
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Visiting The Lake District: Great Outdoor Landmarks
Please follow government guidance on Covid-19 travel restrictions at all times and enjoy the outdoors responsibly. A World Famous Wonder… The Lake District region and National Park draw adventurers from all...
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Top 5: Kid-Friendly Ideas For February Half-Term
Want to master parenting once for all? If you have exhausted the list of indoor activities during lockdown, but you are still taking precautions and only going out now and...
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Visiting Northumberland: Great Outdoor Landmarks
Please follow government guidance on Covid-19 travel restrictions at all times and enjoy the outdoors responsibly. A Haven for Adventure-Seekers… The Northumberland National Park covers an area of 405 square miles...
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Robert W Gore | The Inventor of GORE-TEX
On Thursday 17th September 2020, the outdoor industry lost an icon. Robert W Gore, the man behind the revolutionary waterproofing technology GORE-TEX died at the age of 83, the company has confirmed. We take...
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7 Activities for Kids to Spend the School Holidays Outdoors
The school holidays are a great time to inspire your kids, keep them active and get them exploring the great outdoors. To make the most of the holidays, why not...
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Recommended Routes: The Cairngorms (Scotland)
Please follow government guidance on Covid-19 travel restrictions at all times and enjoy the outdoors responsibly. We believe there is no better way to explore Great Britain than on foot...
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Top Tips For The Perfect Garden Party
Summer is here and there's lots to celebrate. With blue skies making their way over to the UK, it's prime time for garden parties. And with the double bank holiday treat...
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