Trail (UK)

Kit me out for

Leave no doubt that even when you’re not on a mountain top, it’s where you belong…

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The sort of stuff that says you love them hills

A FLEECE Not always practical on the hill, but a chunky fleece sure is satisfying to snuggle down in. Rab’s Double Pile jacket is super-cosy, with a wind-resistant liner to keep out the chill. PICTURED: Rab Double Pile jacket £75

B POCKET KNIFE Every self-respecting outdoors person has a gadget to hand for those sticky situations when you need to, er, uncork some wine. PICTURED: Victorinox Spartan £24

C MUG Let the world and its kettle know you love the mountains with these Lakeland-inspired brew receptacle­s. PICTURED: Lake District Designs Lake District mug £9

D BOOK Keep a selection of riveting mountain reads close by to plan the next adventure. PICTURED: Britain’s Highest Mountain Walks Jeremy Ashcroft £20

E GIN Gunshot Gin from Gin Bothy is made in – you guessed it! – a bothy. Inspired by the outdoors, this warming spirit begs to be imbibed. Maybe next time you’re bothybound – or on a winter’s night anywhere? PICTURED: Gin Bothy Gunshot Gin (70cl) £35

F SLIPPERS Sticking your feet in these after a long walk is bliss. They’re sturdy with a cushioned rubber sole and comfortabl­e too, thanks to a snug wool upper. PICTURED: Haflinger Everest slipper £40

G GILET Layer up with a cosy gilet to keep your torso toasty. Perfect for wearing anywhere when an extra bit of warmth is needed. PICTURED: Patagonia Better Sweater Vest £70

H BAG Carry your kit in this day bag from Fjällräven. Its strong waxed fabric will properly protect your computer, flask and jumper.

PICTURED: Fjällräven No 21 Medium £155

I SHIRT Practical and easy to wear, Columbia’s popular Silver Ridge shirt is designed to keep you dry in hot weather with a fast-wicking material and vents.

PICTURED: Columbia Silver Ridge Long Sleeve Shirt £60

J HAT Keep your bonce warm with a bobble hat or repel sun and rain with a baseball cap.

PICTURED: Berghaus Alladale £20; Montane Coda £18

K TRAIL SHOES Suitable for some hillwalks as well as general wear, these are sturdy, practical and downright comfortabl­e.

PICTURED: Salomon X Ultra 2 GTX £115

L BEER Light, hoppy and citrussy, Wainwright beer is a refreshing bevvy to keep for such occasions as a post-mountain celebratio­n – or for simply enjoying on a sunny day.

PICTURED: Wainwright Golden Beer (500ml) £1.79

M T-SHIRT Most of us can probably relate to this slogan. If not, others are available! They’re fun and they let everyone know – make no mistake – you love them there hills.

PICTURED: Energise Outdoors T-shirt £14

N FLASK What better way to store your favourite tipple than by pouring it into a hipflask personalis­ed with a map of your favourite mountain? Let the world know you love the outdoors and all it entails.

PICTURED: Atlas & I Hip Flask £52

O KEY RING Keep all your keys together with one of these cool handmade creations.

PICTURED: Amokori key fob £7.50

P BASE LAYER Merino wool is soft, warm and super-comfy. It makes great gear for mucking about in at home or as an extra layer somewhere chilly.

PICTURED: Icebreaker Oasis Long Sleeve £70

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