Need some Xmas gift inspiration? We round up some of the best gifts to buy this festive season for the trekker or mountaineer in your life…
Petzl SWIFT RL headlamp £115
SWIFT RL is an ultra-powerful, lightweight, and rechargeable headlamp, delivering up to 1100 lumens for demanding activities like trail running or mountaineering. Its REACTIVE LIGHTING® technology uses a light sensor to adjust brightness and beam pattern, optimising battery life while providing hands free automatic adjustment. Weighing only 100g, it offers a mixed beam for both proximity and distance vision, along with red lighting for night use. The ergonomic, adjustable headband ensures stability during high-intensity activities.
More info: www.petzl.com
Grangers Footwear Care Kit £21
Treating them to a new pair of boots this Christmas, or are your favourite hiking shoes in need of a festive treat themselves? Grangers’ all-in-one Footwear Care Kit keeps outdoor footwear clean and protected. Containing Footwear + Gear Cleaner and a Footwear Brush to easily spruce up your boots, Footwear Repel Plus, which offers durable protection for all uppers including suede and nubuck, and Odour Eliminator to remove those lingering odours – this easy-to-use kit, has everything you need to keep your footwear protected on every adventure! Not only that, this handy kit is eco-responsible too – containing bluesign® approved, PFC-Free and water-based solutions, ensuring they take care of the environment as well as your footwear.
More info: www.grangers.com
Cherry Blossom Midsole Reviver Kit £11.45
Sneaker midsoles can be a nightmare to keep clean and, once dirty, can ruin your look. Luckily Cherry Blossom have a handy kit to keep your midsoles looking box-fresh. Featuring a Midsole Brush, a bottle of Midsole Reviver and soft Midsole Cloth, your footwear will receive the treatment it deserves. In just three easy steps, your midsoles will be restored to their former glory. Firstly, brush off any dried, excess dirt, then work the cleaning gel into the midsole. Once clean, wipe away the gel leaving your sneakers fresh once more.
More info: www.cherryblossom.co.uk
Ocoopa UT2s Rechargeable Hand Warmer £39.95
This festive season, go beyond the usual gifts and warm their hands as well as their hearts with the Ocoopa UT2s Rechargeable Hand Warmer. Perfectly suited for outdoor adventures, chilly winter strolls, or simply cosying up at home, this compact and lightweight device offers up to an impressive 8 hours of warmth. Whether they’re enjoying a winter hike, sitting by a fire, or commuting on a cold day, this hand warmer provides reliable warmth when they need it most. What makes the Ocoopa UT2s even more special is its innovative magnetic design: MagTwin warmers can detach into two elegant hand warmers. This feature makes it perfect for sharing warmth with a loved one or keeping both hands toasty at the same time. Plus, it doubles as a power bank, allowing users to charge their small devices on the go.
More info: www.berryuseful.co.uk
Whitby Gear 8×21 Compact Binoculars £24.95
Whitby Gear’s 8×21 Compact Binoculars make the perfect Christmas gift for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. With exceptional clarity and rugged durability, they provide a clear and detailed view of distant landscapes and wildlife, making every outdoor experience more exciting and immersive. These binoculars utilise patented Porro prisms for images that are crisp and clear, while the centrally positioned focus knob provides quick and easy adjustment using one finger. The rugged design features a non-slip rubber body, ensuring a secure grip when in use. Whether it’s for hiking, birdwatching or sightseeing, these binoculars are a thoughtful gift choice that will be treasured for years to come.
More info: www.whitbyandco.co.uk
Berghaus Summit-Nomad Down Jacket £300
The Berghaus Summit-Nomad is a versatile new pocket-sized down jacket, providing warmth while on the move, or taking a break on the trail. The jacket delivers a high level of insulation at a low weight, thanks to a combination of 800 fill power hydrophobic goose down and Berghaus’ pioneering Reflect Technology. It’s all wrapped in a lightweight, durable ripstop nylon, and features include: An insulated fixed hood; internal zipped chest pocket and two zipped hand pockets for essentials and to keep digits warm; elasticated cuffs to keep out the wind; and drawcord adjustment at the hem to ensure the right fit. The men’s jacket weighs 480g in large and a women’s in 12 weighs 420g. When not in use, the Summit-Nomad can be packed into its own pocket and neatly stored away.
More info: www.berghaus.com
Backcountry ski trips in Scotland from £255
Make Scotland part of your ski season with a trip to Glenmore Lodge, Scotland’s Outdoor Training Centre based in the Cairngorms. Book a weekend or a week of backcountry skiing and tuition, stay onsite and enjoy home cooked food and a bar with a wood burner. All courses include free use of ski equipment, group sizes are small and there are groups for all abilities . Courses run January to April and in March they run the Wild Ski weekend, a firm favourite in the Scottish ski calendar. Glenmore Lodge has been delivering ski courses for over 75 years. So extend your ski season with a visit to Scotland’s most snow sure destination.
More info: www.glenmorelodge.org.uk
Osprey Hikelite 18 £100
Whether you’re a casual or experience hiker, the lightweight and streamlined Hikelite 18-litre daypack combines essential features and quality construction with the impeccable ventilation that AirSpeed™ has to offer. Its minimalist panel-loading approach keeps its silhouette clean and uncluttered for simplified use on any trail. Now featuring a wider and taller frame for improved fit. Key features include: Traditional panel loader design with convenient zip access to main compartment; Included raincover made with bluesign® approved fabrics and DWR treatments made without PFAS, stored in zippered pocket at base of pack; Extra-tall stretch mesh side pockets keep contents secure; External access zip pocket with key clip keeps small, essential items handy; Dual upper side compression straps with trekking pole capture; Dual trekking pole loops; Internal reservoir sleeve with hose port in backpanel and Osprey; Hydraclip for easily hanging a reservoir; Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle; Removable webbing hipbelt.
More info: www.ospreyeurope.com
Petzl LYNX crampons and ALPEN ADAPT £220
The new Petzl LYNX crampons are ideal for ice, mixed climbing, and mountaineering, featuring modular front points that adapt to various terrains. The ALPEN ADAPT system enhances their versatility, allowing users to easily swap out front sections, bindings, or rear components for glacier travel, technical routes, or lighter setups. This modularity means you can use the same crampons across different environments by simply adjusting their
configuration.
More info: www.petzl.com
EXPED Widget £42
The Widget is an electric pump, camping lamp and powerbank in one. It allows effortless, fast, and moisture free inflation of sleeping mats and inflatables. It is compact enough to fit in a backpack and powerful enough to quickly inflate multiple large volume sleeping mats. The Widget includes EXPED’s Universal Valve Adapter so it can be used to inflate virtually any mat on the market. The widget also features a quiet mode that blows slower, but won’t wake up the whole camp late at night. The Widget is also a bright camping lamp with three light levels. The built-in handle allows it to be hung in a tent or on a branch. Fully charged, it illuminates the camp for up to 72 hours. As a 3600 mAh power bank, the Widget also charges one to two cell phones when fully charged.
More info: www.lyon.co.uk
Berghaus Ridge-Seeker GTX Jacket £350
The Berghaus Ridge-Seeker Jacket is a tough four-season shell in lightweight, waterproof and breathable 3L GORE-TEX ePE, with reinforcements in key wear areas. Designed for rough weather and long days of walking in the hills and mountains, the jacket offers a balance of maximum durability with low weight. Features include: A fixed, wired hood with two-point adjustment, which stays put and moves with the head; easy access storage for essentials in zipped internal and external chest pockets; two zipped hand pockets that are compatible with pack or harness; pit zips for dumping heat when working hard; easy to use Velcro adjustment at the cuffs for extra protection; cordlock adjustment at the hem; and two-way centre front zip for added versatility. The women’s Ridge-Seeker weighs 500g (size 12) and the men’s weighs 556g (large).
More info: www.berghaus.com
Grangers Down Care Kit £17
Keep your loved ones warm this winter by gifting them Grangers’ Down Care Kit this Christmas. An essential stocking filler for those with down or synthetic down garments, Down Care Kit contains Wash + Repel Down 2 in 1, Grangers’ world-first formulation that cleans and reproofs down items in just one wash, saving time, energy and water. Once clean and protected, the kit also provides three dryer balls made from 100% New Zealand wool to restore loft and prevent clumping.
More info: www.grangers.com
Rab Aeon LT 5L Lightweight Belt Pack £40
Crafted for fast-paced hikes and scrambles, the Aeon LT 5 is ideal for stashing essentials and keeping your upper body free for ultimate mobility over tough terrain. Providing 5L of secure storage, this low-profile belt pack is lightweight and pre-curved for a stable, comfortable fit and reduced bounce. The cushioning Air Contour™ lumbar pad is covered with a breathable open mesh, encouraging airflow and keeping you cool during high-energy ascents. It’s easy for you to stay organised thanks to the dual zipped compartments and external mesh pockets, perfect for stashing snacks and other on-the-go supplies. You’ll also find a security pocket inside for your key or card, and webbing tabs on the outside of the pack for adding further storage. Finished with a 100% fluorocarbon-free DWR, the Aeon LT 5 features an easy-pull side waist belt adjustment with padding, to give you a streamlined, comfortable fit and a full range of movement for fast-moving mountain days.
More info: www.rab.equipment
La Sportiva Lucendro Thermal Hoody £160
The Lucendro Thermal Hoody is a technical and functional thermal mid-layer ideal for all-round mountaineering, made with Pontetorto® TechStretch™ waffle fabric, structured to guarantee breathability and quick drying. The Polygiene® anti-odour, antibacterial treatment and fabric inserts for abrasion resistance all make this a piece that will see you through many seasons of adventure. Optimal comfort and excellent freedom of movement, as well as the stretchy ergonomic hood protecting you from cold and wind, with 3 handy sipped pockets.
More info: www.lasportiva.com
Alpkit Sastrugi Pullover Fleece £79.99
Furrier than an ice age mammal, the Sastrugi’s thick, 100% recycled pile fleece fabric traps a huge amount of insulating air to keep you cosy and warm. Chunky, 320gsm fabric means you can also wear it as an outer layer for everything from cold morning walks to chilly evenings around the tent. The classic pile fleece jacket has been around for over 40 years and is still going strong thanks to its winning combination of warmth, low weight and incredible durability. This durability makes the Sastrugi a fantastic warm layer for situations where insulated jackets might not survive – scraping up cracks, chimneys and awkward top outs. And the half-length zip means it fits comfortably under a harness or rucksack waist straps.
More info: www.alpkit.com
Base Camp Festival 2025 tickets £195
Walk, run, scramble, swim, climb, camp, via ferrata… whatever your activity, join us at a stunning location on Buttermere in the Lake District next July 4-7th for Trek & Mountain’s own celebration of the outdoors! With talks, workshops, films and live music, local food vendors and craft beer on tap, Base Camp Festival is the small and friendly festival for everyone who loves the outdoors. Early bird tickets on sale now – click the link below for more info!