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I need your help: challenge me something!

In three months, I want to have completed 7 personal challenges. I'm not too bothered about where the achievements weigh in on a global scale – I'm no...

13 May 2012

My famous ancestor: Max Plowman

My great grandfather, Max Plowman was an interesting chap. I mean, you know someone is vaguely notable when they've been dead for over 70 years now an...

9 November 2012

Destination: The Black Cuillins of Skye

The Black Cuillins are probably the longest sustained alpine-style ridge in the UK, found in Skye, Scotland, they're very spiky and dramatic. In 2012,...

3 April 2014