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While many of us have spent the past 12 months of lockdown using a long walk as the primary excuse to leave the house that does not mean we’ll be stopping anytime soon. As the restrictions ease over the next few months and the UK opens there will be more opportunity and desire than ever to explore some of the untouched beauty of these islands. Picking the right pair of Walking trousers is essential and we’ve taken a look at some of our favourites for this coming year.

While Japan and Scandinavia may sit at different ends of the map both cultures’ have an innate appreciation for considered design. Whether it is the Japanese principle of Kanso or the Swedish concept of Hygge – there is a shared appreciation for simple, beautiful, and functional design. Nowhere is this link clearer than the products of Snow Peak who have gained a global cult following since their inception in 1958.

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This past year has been tough, and we're all looking forward to getting out and about again. But it's really important that we get back to normality in a safe and careful manner. We've all been advised to spend more time outdoors as it is generally safer, but kicking a ball around a field might not be your idea of fun. Luckily, there are loads of fantastic places up and down the country where you can enjoy a variety of alfresco activities..

As the perpetual lockdown drags on and the view from our window begins to show signs of Spring arriving the current restrictions can down hearten even the most optimistic of campers.

Homeschooling has become a running battle fought across the kitchen table and date nights have reverted to shared bowls of pasta from the comfort of the sofa.

Enter the Nordic Outdoor Colouring Book.

We’re proud to announce the introduction of Klattermusen to the Nordic Outdoor line up. Introducing a new brand to Nordic Outdoor is always a cause of great excitement amongst our staff and we’re always keen to transfer that excitement on to you, our customers. To many, Klattermusen needs no introduction. But for the uninitiated we thought it would be helpful to do an in depth look into Klattermusen and all the things you can expect.

Earlier this month we received this incredible journal from a customer and we loved it so much we have asked to repost! Karl purchased a Hilleberg Soulo from us at the beginning of February and quickly put it through its paces - completing the Tour Du Mont Blanc in seven greulling days. Find out how he got on and his thoughts on the tent in our latest post. .

Though the brands we stock may change, the way we do things stays the same”. This has been something of a motto here at Nordic Outdoor since our early days and it remains today as true as ever. As our company grows and we open new stores throughout the UK we are constantly looking for the best brands for our customers which match with our three tenants of Style, Function and Sustainability. With this in mind we are delighted to introduce Tretorn to the Nordic Outdoor family for Spring Summer 20.

After we looked at the Tentipi last week and how this can offer the perfect way to make camping attractive to the whole family we have decided this week to explore what we think might be the perfect one person tent. Iconic Swedish tent manufacturer Hilleberg have been producing the Soulo since 2008 and in this time it has emerged as the gold standard of strong and durable one man tents. We’ve taken a closer look at what makes this such an incredible shelter for any expedition in the latest Nordic.

One of the biggest things holding people back from investing in camping is the feeling that they are not ‘qualified’ enough to set up and maintain the best kit. We are here to dispel this myth with the help of one of our favourite tent brands – Tentipi. Unique in the camping market Tentipi offer high quality, spacious and strong tents which can be erected in less than ten minutes by even the most uninitiated camper! Read our latest blog to find out more about these incredible pieces of kit and how.