Hi! Welcome to my website. My name is Siân and I enjoy solo hiking (mostly!) across the UK and beyond, as well as fitness, outdoor photography and history.
This website contains links to what I’m up to across the web.
My hike along part of the west coast of Portugal ended at Fortaleza de Arrifana.
Perched high on the rugged cliffs of the Algarve, this dramatic fortress was originally built in 1635 to defend the wild coastline and protect the local tuna fishing industry from pirate raids. Today, these windswept ruins offer some of the beautiful panoramic views of the Atlantic and the neighbouring beaches.
Enjoying the outdoors, usually hiking the UK but venturing further afield too. Learning a little history along the way. More >> @thewomanthatwalks
Hiking, sunset, history, landscape
A perfect finishing (and a little romantic ❤️) spot to watch the sunset after a full, and very warm day of hiking in the Peak District. I'm always in awe of the landscape's beauty at this time of day (I've visited here many times!)
It can get quite busy here, especially on these warmer evenings, but there are quieter spots further along the ridge - which I very happily found.
Me - Walking the outdoors, snapping its beauty and sometimes learning a little history along the way. Mostly hiking in the UK but a little travel overseas too 👣 @thewomanthatwalks
Peak District | Bamford Edge | Hiking UK | National Park
#sunsetphotography #landscapephotography
Established in 1978, the Low Tatras National Park is the largest national park in Slovakia, protecting an 80-kilometer mountain ridge.
It has a very different terrain from that of the High Tatras (see my previous posts), with lots of green flora here. The High Tatras hikes can be very dry and rugged in places, and has the most stunning waterfalls and lakes in other areas.
I was very pleased to see a gorgeous green beetle, a blue beetle, many butterflies and a snake. Although it was a very hot hike at 34 degrees C (I think), the route up and down the mountains was really good, and the company from a great group of people made the day much more fun!
UK outdoors and further afield >> @thewomanthatwalks
Travel and hiking inspiration 👣 🌎
#lowtatras #somewherenew
Hiking in the Low Tatra Mountains
Summer Travel
🌒 A beautiful solar display, enjoyed low key. Local to home, a picnic blanket and some Lyme Regis/Dorset wine.
I was entertained afterwards with a few passing bi-planes and a tranquil sunset. I've had worst Wednesday evenings!
#bedfordshire #solareclipse