Travel Articles
One of the Seven Wonders of the World, Machu Picchu
25 July 2019
Staff member Anne has 'officially' retired but decided to try her hand at working with us here at Fishers. She's a perfect fit and along with loving the Lakes she and hubby Jim have an impressive tick list of places they want to visit, most recently 'The Inca Trail in Peru'. She's shared their adventure with us.
Author: George Fisher
Inca Trail Kit List by Anne Downie
24 July 2019
There are some places in the world that you have seen photographs of and you say to yourself ‘one day I’m going to go there’. Well this is how is all started for Anne and Jim. They created a bucket list and are ticking them off.
Author: George Fisher
Win a Pair of Scarpa Boots worth £250 *ENDED*
11 September 2018
*Sarah from Bristol and Raymond from Birmingham Won*
Scarpa is 80 years old and to celebrate, Scarpa is offering two pairs of trekking boots – one male, one female – to the value of £250, from George Fisher’s Scarpa range. We’re not specifying the exact model, just so we can ensure you get the best boot for your feet. All you have to do is fill out your details and send the form in, and the winners will be selected at random at the end of the promotion. The entry deadline is 30 November 2018 – see entry form for full Terms and Conditions.
Author: George Fisher
Win a Year's Supply of Stance Socks *ENDED*
10 September 2018
*Sarah of Hull Won*
WIN a year’s supply of socks from Stance. Keep your sock game on point you’ll receive a mixed selection of styles from each of their collections including adventure, run, snow and lifestyle socks. All you have to do is fill out your details and send the form in, and the winner will be selected at random at the end of the promotion. The entry deadline is 30 November at midday - see entry form for full terms and conditions.
Author: George Fisher
SPRING MEANS... CAMPING TIME!
5 March 2018
JON WICKHAM, our Equipment and Accessory Buyer, looks at new camping gear for 2018
Author: Jon Wickham
WIN a Patagonia Capilene Baselayer Set *Ended*
15 December 2017
**Winners Alison from Hants and Stephen from Bury**
WIN! A Patagonia Capilene Midweight Base Layer Set Worth £120, just fill out your details and send the form in, there will be 2 winners, one male and one female. Good Luck!
Author: George Fisher
Dogs Lost and Found
26 June 2017
GRAHAM THOMPSON, Technical Editor of Trail Magazine is also a fully qualified pet behaviour counsellor. This month: dogs and owners can easily become separated in the hills.
Author: GrahamThompson
Modern Map-Making
20 June 2017
JON WICKHAM, our Equipment and Accessories Buyer, asks map-maker PETER KNOWLES about the Topographical Map of the Lake District Wainwright Fells
Author: Jon Wickham
Inspiring 50 years of Adventure
20 June 2017
Lowe Alpine revolutionised the way we carry gear, combining design expertise with a passion for wild places.
Author: George Fisher
Taking to the Hills
20 June 2017
George Fisher’s Retail Manager HELENA WHONE retires in August
Author: George Fisher
