Walking In Circles is a hiking blog showcasing some of my favourite hikes and ultra challenge events from around the UK, and other parts of the world.

Personally crafted by myself, a self-confessed hiking and ultra challenge addict, Marc Jerrard. I hope my blogs, which I interlace with my own personal stories, together with essential hiking guides, UK and International event listings, product reviews and resources, inspire you to get outside and create your own adventures!

All photos are my own unless otherwise stated.

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Welcome to my Blog! I’m so pleased you decided to join me. I guess that means you’re the type of person who is…

New to Hiking: Brilliant! Welcome to the world of hiking! I hope you have many new and exciting adventures! I’ve got lots of resources to help get you started on the right track! Check out my Comprehensive Guide to Hiking for Beginners!

Up for an adventure: Great! Me too! I hope my blogs and personal stories will inspire you to explore new and exciting places, where you can really get off the beaten track!

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Passionate about nature, and protecting our environment: Awesome! I’ll share some useful tips and resources to ensure you always hike responsibly!

Ready to take on a new challenge: Well done you! Utilising my background in performance coaching, and as an experienced ultra challenge competitor, I’ll give you tips and resources to help you to…

  • Find the challenge that’s right for YOU - setting realistic expectations

  • Get your body and mind in the right shape for the day of your challenge!

  • Know exactly what Kit you’ll need for your challenge

  • Explore some amazing ultra challenge events across the UK and Internationally

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Everest Region / Annapurna Region / Langtang Region

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The London Monopoly Board Walk
The London Monopoly Board Walk

The London Monopoly Board walk is a fun way of exploring London, and a great way of reliving treasured childhood memories!

Ashridge Estate Boundary Trail
Ashridge Estate Boundary Trail

The Ashridge Estate Boundary Trail is a 17 mile circular walk that goes round the National Trust’s Ashridge Estate, located on the northern edge of the Chiltern Hills in Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire.

The Ultimate Guide to Trekking to Everest Base Camp (Part 1)
The Ultimate Guide to Trekking to Everest Base Camp (Part 1)

In my Ultimate Guide to trekking to Everest Base Camp (Part 1 & 2) I’ll cover everything you need to know, and how this epic adventure to the roof of the world is an experience of a lifetime that will challenge you, and reward you with lasting memories.

Everest Base Camp (part 2): A Day to Day Trekking Guide
Everest Base Camp (part 2): A Day to Day Trekking Guide

In Part 2 of my Guide to the Everest Base Camp trek, I’m going to give you a full and personal account of day to day life trekking to Everest Base Camp, and Gokyo Lakes, with extensive extracts from my diary.

Dartmoor National Park Winter Traverse
Dartmoor National Park Winter Traverse

Dartmoor National Park, is known for its rugged landscapes, granite tors, and heather covered moorland. Discover what happened when I went there to hike from South to North in what was one of the toughest 50km challenges I’ve ever attempted!

A Guide to the Top 10 Hiking Gear Essentials
A Guide to the Top 10 Hiking Gear Essentials

Your guide to the Top 10 Hiking Gear Essentials, that every hiker should have before embarking out on the trail

The London Winter Walk
The London Winter Walk

The London Winter Walk organised by Action Challenge, is a great way to kick off the ultra-challenge season. The route takes in highlights of the River Thames, its historic bridges, and many of the Capital’s famous landmarks.

Bellapais Abbey to Buffavento Castle
Bellapais Abbey to Buffavento Castle

This is simply an outrageously stunning hike, that starts at the Bellapais Abbey close to Kyrenia, and ends at Buffavento Castle, one of North Cyprus’ most treasured castles.

Viking Coastal Trail
Viking Coastal Trail

The Viking Trail Coastal Walk in Kent spans approximately 32 miles (51.4km) along the Isle of Thanet. Step back in time to where Vikings first landed in Britain!

A Comprehensive Guide to Hiking for Beginners
A Comprehensive Guide to Hiking for Beginners

New to Hiking? Not sure where to start? In my Comprehensive Guide to Hiking, there’s lots of advice, top tips, resources and actions to get you well on your way

Cheddar Gorge
Cheddar Gorge

The Clifftop Cheddar Gorge Walk is an absolute classic! It’s one of the best walks in the Mendip Hills, and one I had been dying to do for a long time.

London Walks (Part 1): Regents Canal
London Walks (Part 1): Regents Canal

One of London's best kept secrets. The Regent's Canal walk is a 9 mile walk from Limehouse Basin to Maida Vale

My Mission

My aim is to provide you with some of my favourite hiking routes, with illustrative guides, so you can explore some of these amazing places for yourself. Along the way, I’ll share some of my own personal stories, which I hope will Inspire you to get out on the trail!

It’s my mission to ensure this site is evergreen, and consistently evolving, by creating the most relevant content, articles, tips, and resources.