This guide to the best walks in Derry aims to give you some inspiration for your next visit. My first ever trip to Derry combined a friends stag do with the Fleadh Cheoil music festival being held in the city. As you can imagine, I didnt get to see a whole lot of the surrounding []The post Best Walks in Derry: 7 Scenic Trails Worth Exploring appeared first on Wild Irish Walks.

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Borrowed a motorhome or lending yours out? GoShortys new temporary motorhome insurance covers 128 days and keeps the owners no-claims discount safe.The rollout begins with the immediate launch of temporary motorhome insurance, which will be followed by dedicated temporary taxi and temporary hire & reward car insurance, specifically for food and parcel delivery. The expansion signals GoShortys strategic push beyond its core of temporary car, van, learner and impound release cover, into wider specialist short-term insurance markets.The new temporary motorhome product offers flexible cover from 1 to 28 days. Critically, it addresses a common cover gap, with many standard annual private policies leaving owners exposed if they lend out their vehicles privately. By enabling the driver of the borrowed motorhome to secure stand alone, short-term cover, any potential claims are handled entirely independently of the vehicle owner. This ensures the owners policy is untouched and would leave their No Claims Discount (NCD) completely unaffected.The upcoming launch of temporary taxi insurance and temporary car insurance for hire-and-reward reflects GoShortys continued growth into specialist short-term cover, supporting a wider range of drivers with more flexible policy options.Phil Evans, Managing Director at GoShorty, explains:We are entering an exciting new phase of growth at GoShorty, expanding the reach of temporary insurance into more specialist areas of the market that have traditionally been underserved by the industry. Temporary motorhome insurance is leading this next wave of product launches, with temporary taxi insurance and temporary car insurance for food & parcel delivery set to follow shortly.The motorhome sector, in particular, has seen a rise in peer-to-peer borrowing*, particularly in 2026 with the cost of foreign travel soaring and staycations set to rise yet navigating the insurance requirements can be a pain point for both lenders and borrowers.Motorhomes and camper vans are all about freedom, and our temporary insurance solution is designed to give customers just that. Our policies simplify the borrowing process, mitigate risk for the owner and open up new avenues of flexible, short-term use to enable drivers to get out and enjoy the open road.Our goal is to provide customers with practical, flexible products that mirror how people work, travel and monetise their vehicle use today.Building on a strong period of operational momentum for the brand, following the successful launch of its mobile app last year, the latest product expansion further strengthens GoShortys position as a growing provider of flexible, short-term vehicle insurance.Temporary motorhome insurance is available now through GoShorty, with quotes accessible in under two minutes. Temporary taxi insurance and temporary car courier insurance, designed for hire-and-reward are set to launch soon.Find out more GoShorty.Where to next?NEWS | Berghaus Launches Revolutionary Responsive Legwear Technology For WomenGEAR | New Hiking & Outdoor Gear For Autumn/Winter 2025GEAR | Craghoppers x National Trust Launch Third Collection Autumn/Winter HighlightsThe post GoShorty Launches Three New Products Including Temporary Motorhome Insurance appeared first on Camping Blog Camping with Style | Travel, Outdoors & Glamping Blog.

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Every woman whos ever hiked, camped, or navigated the joys of a festival portaloo knows the indignity and ick of the wild wee drip-dry. No loo roll, damp knickers and the silent prayer that nobody appears around the hedge. Wild Wipe is here, promising to make the experience of weeing whilst hiking a little less gross.Lets talk about something every woman who spends time outdoors has experienced but nobody ever really talks about. The wild wee. Specifically, what happens after it.Youve found your spot, checked for nettles, mastered the squat, done your thing and then the dreaded drip dry. If youre lucky you remembered to stuff some loo roll in your pocket along with a dog poo bag to dispose of as soon as you pass a bin, but honestly, its far from ideal. Adhering to the leave no trace ethos as a woman takes planning and after a wild wee, damp knickers for the rest of the walk is nobodys idea of a good time.Enter Wild WipeWild Wipe is a portable, reusable and discrete wiping device designed specifically for use after a wee when loo roll isnt available. Invented by a woman, for women, it works on a simple squeegee principle, using the natural curves of your body to remove moisture quickly and effectively. Pocket-sized, lightweight, and made from durable antimicrobial materials, it comes with its own antimicrobial carry case so it stays hygienic between uses and is easy to tuck into a jacket pocket, bumbag, or rucksack lid.It isnt absorbent in the way loo roll is, so it isnt a complete like-for-like replacement in every situation, but for the wild wee scenario, its a genuinely clever solution to an annoying issue.When does it actually come in handy?For hiking and wild camping the Wild Wipe makes a simple and effective option. Its compact enough to live in a festival bumbag or to be popped in a backpack or even pocket without a second thought.Leaving used loo roll or wet wipes in the countryside is a real and growing problem for land managers and other trail users and is frankly gross. A reusable solution that produces no waste and requires nothing to be left behind is exactly the kind of thinking the outdoors community needs more of.PRODUCT INFORMATIONMore about Wild WipeWild Wipe is available in three colours, Ice Blue, Sunset Orange, and Forest Green, each priced at 13.99 with free UK delivery on orders over 40. Find out more at wildwipe.com.DISCLOSURE | The featured product was gifted to us. We were not paid or required to write this review.The post Wild Wipe Never Drip Dry After A Wild Wee Again appeared first on Camping Blog Camping with Style | Travel, Outdoors & Glamping Blog.

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I was a big fan of the original Columbia Helvetia sherpa fleece and had a much-loved hoody version that I practically lived in. After shrinking and selling most of my wardrobe on Vinted, I quickly discovered that less natural insulation meant that I was now perpetually cold. In my quest for a replacement fleece, Columbia was the first brand I turned to and the Helvetia II Cropped Fleece, is already a firm favourite. Read on for my full review.What is it?Columbia Helvetia II Cropped Sherpa Half Snap Fleece 65Shop Columbia on AmazonFeaturesDrawcord-adjustable hem seals out the elements Stretch binding on collar for comfort Stretch binding at cuffs seal out the elements Zippered chest pockets secure valuables Center Back Length: 22.0 in / 55.9 cm Uses: Urban ActivitiesLets start with the colour which is absolutely gorgeous, I love the lilac colour thats accented with pops of lime green, but I did find it hard to decide on a colour as there are so many lovely options available.Previously the word cropped wasnt part of my vocabulary, let alone part of my wardrobe, but cropped styles are something Ive learned to love recently making this cropped version of the Helvetia II particularly appealing.The first thing that threw me upon putting the fleece on was the lack of pockets, for both comfort and practicality purposes deep pockets are so useful and lets face it, a pretty basic requirement, but with this being cropped there are no pockets apart from a small zipped chest pocket.While ideal for small items like lip balm and keys, its not a pocket position I tend to use. Ive already got wonky boobs, I dont one of them to look deformed too. Pocket issue aside, I loved the adjustable drawcord hem which allows you to cinch it in, helping to keep wind out.The fit is lovely and roomy (for reference Im 168cm and a size 12 Im wearing a medium), and I also really like the snap closure neck, ideal for increasing airflow when you feel a bit warmer but lovely buttoned all the way up to keep the chill out.The verdictIve worn this every day since buying it, from countryside walks, lunchtime strolls, pootling around the garden and even just at my desk whilst working from home what can I say, the start of May has been particularly cold and grim this year.If you want a truly versatile snuggly fleece that brings the gorpcore vibes, the Columbia Helvetia II makes an excellent choice. Ideal for slinging off after a gym session, at the campsite and any time you need a bit of extra warmth.See the full current Columbia Helvetia range or you can check out my review of the original Columbia Helvetia Fleece Hoody here.DISCLOSURE | The featured product was privately purchased. This review is not part of a brand collaboration.The post Columbia Helvetia II Cropped Sherpa Half Snap Fleece Review appeared first on Camping Blog Camping with Style | Travel, Outdoors & Glamping Blog.

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