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Notes from Big Trails: Stories from Big Trail Adventures is a podcast about finding joy out on the trail. In each episode, we share stories from the people walking, running, and adventuring on the world's best long-distance trails. Sometimes it’s reflective, sometimes it’s funny — always grounded in the real highs and lows of life on the move.

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Stephen and Richard Ross from Big Trail Adventures walked the Alta Via 1 in mid-September, one of Europe’s most celebrated high routes across the Dolomites.

In this episode, we cover:

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What the Alta Via 1 actually is — and why it’s known as a “... more

In this episode, Rob sits down with Jennifer Stevens (Tiny Pine Outdoors) to discuss her solo journey across the Cotswold Way in the summer of 2024. Stretching 102 miles from Chipping Campden to the Roman city of Bath , the trail offers a unique blen... more

Hannah Campbell set out to run a long section of the Munich-to-Venice trail — known as Der Traumpfad, or The Dreamway — travelling solo from the Bavarian Alps, through Austria, and into the Italian Dolomites.

Over 15 days, Hannah covered around 450k... more

In this episode of Notes from Big Trails, Rob speaks with Mel Sykes about completing the winter Spine Race — a 268-mile, non-stop race along the Pennine Way in January.

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Recent Guests

Jennifer Stevens
Host of the YouTube channel Tiny Pine Outdoors who shares her adventures on various walking trails
Tiny Pine Outdoors
Episode: The Cotswold Way: A 100-Mile Step Back in Time with Jennifer Stevens
Juls Stodel
Trustee for the Mountain Bothies Association and adventurer
Mountain Bothies Association
Episode: Inside the Bothy: Stories from a 104-Shelter Adventure
Andy Dickson
Lifelong mountain lover and all-round adventurer
Episode: Glimpse of Everest: Hiking from Kathmandu
Craig Dickson
Keen hiker who has completed long distance trails across Europe.
Episode: Tour of the Matterhorn: Hiking the Haute Route’s Secret Sister Trail
Magnus Ross
An adventurer who recently completed the Cape Wrath Trail.
Episode: The Cape Wrath Trail: Into the Wild with Magnus Ross
Martyn Howe
Author of Tales from the Big Trails.
Episode: Blisters, Joy, and a Three-Legged Dog: Martyn Howe on Britain’s National Trails
Bodil Outshoorn
Product manager at On Running, committed long-distance adventurer with a PhD in Shoe Grip
On Running
Episode: Following Roman Footsteps through Albania
Simon Oxley
An experienced hiker who has completed various challenging trails including the Cape Wrath Ultra
Episode: The Toughest Trail in America?
Kingsley Jones
Award-winning author and international mountain guide
Episode: 60 Laps of the Tour Du Mont Blanc

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Rob
Host of Notes from Big Trails, Rob shares stories and insights about outdoor adventures and the journey of building a business in the travel industry.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 4 ratings
  • Gentle enjoyable listen

    Listening to Rob talking to his guests is like someone chatting to his mates about trekking in the mountains. Makes me want to get out there!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    QueenFreestone
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Inspiring trail stories and great energy!

    Although early days for this channel it looks promising. Covers iconic trails and features experts in each one. The host really knows his subject and has great energy and empathy with the guests. Tight editing means a lot packed into 15-20 minutes. Listen to one and I’m sure you’ll want to get straight out on the trail!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    123; fgf
    United Kingdom5 months ago

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The podcast is noted for its humor and sincerity, reflecting the highs and lows of outdoor experiences.
Many appreciate the variety of perspectives brought by guests from different backgrounds related to hiking and outdoor adventures.
Listeners praise the engaging conversations and relatable stories shared by the host and guests.

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The Cotswold Way: A 100-Mile Step Back in Time with Jennifer Stevens
Q: What did the Cotswold Way give you that you didn't expect when you set off?
The connection with the land and the villages was a surprise for Jennifer, adding depth to her hike beyond her initial expectations.
The Cotswold Way: A 100-Mile Step Back in Time with Jennifer Stevens
Q: Do you think that an adventure has to be remote or extreme to feel meaningful?
No, Jennifer believes that adventures can be meaningful through engaging experiences, even if they are not remote or extreme.
The Cotswold Way: A 100-Mile Step Back in Time with Jennifer Stevens
Q: How long did you take over it?
Jennifer took about seven or eight days to complete the hike, averaging around 14 to 15 miles a day.
Inside the Bothy: Stories from a 104-Shelter Adventure
Q: Is there one of those which you feel is the most important, that you'd love to be written in stone?
The one we struggle with most is to respect the bothy, as leaving litter has increased a lot recently.
Inside the Bothy: Stories from a 104-Shelter Adventure
Q: What do you think you gained from that experience?
I gained a lot of perspective and discovered what was truly important to me without focusing on just the miles.

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