WHY TRAIL READERS WILD CAMP...

■ MATT GRIFFITHS

“I love being outside. The biggest draw of wild camping for me is the easy variations. I can decide what type of camp I want in the morning, be it beach, woodland, hilltop, riverside etc, and then go and experience that in the afternoon and evening.”

■ JOEL ANDERSON

“Stress or worries are left behind when you’re up and away in the hills. The Black Mountains are local to me and my go-to place. They keep my fitness levels up both mentally and physically.”

■ CAROL ANNE STUBBS

“I just love the wilderness, to sit and appreciate my surroundings. The peace, being alone, being myself. I feel relaxed, it clears my head and makes me feel happier about life. The silence and the beauty of being with nature is amazing. I like my own company and I like to switch off from the world and de-stress. I like to wander with my dog, and when you camp there’s no rush to get back. I just find a good spot, set up camp, make a brew and watch the sun go down. I sleep like a log and wake up refreshed. It really is fantastic.”

■ CHRIS DUBÉ

“I first took my daughter wild camping when she was five. We didn’t go far, just exploring the hills around our home town, but it was still a massive adventure. She loves the adventure and the freedom, and it is opening up a love of the hills and the great outdoors. For me, it’s wonderful to spend the time with her, to see her wonder at discovering the adventure and the beautiful, wild places on our doorstep. It renews my own delight in getting out into the hills and being immersed in nature.”