Our selection of unique gifts for walkers: walking gifts such as a pair of trekking poles, a compass and a waterproof map case. See our range of gifts perfect for the person in your life who loves walking in the countryside.
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1LEKI Legacy Lite trekking poles, 100–135 cm pair
These three-section aluminium poles adjust in length with external Speed Lock Plus levers. The selected pair covers 100 to 135 cm and has EVOCON grips with adjustable straps. They're a substantial present, best kept for a walker who already likes using poles or has asked to try them. Check the length range suits them. Telescopic poles shorten for transport, but they don't fold into small sections the way a running-pole design does.
Pros
External lever locks adjust the length.
Three-section aluminium construction.
EVOCON grips with adjustable straps.
Cons
The 100 to 135 cm standard pair won't suit every height.
Telescopic, so they don't fold as small as running poles.
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2Aquapac 808 large waterproof map case
A clear front and back let them read either side of a paper map without taking it out in the rain. The 808 uses a roll-down closure and comes with a lanyard and attachment strips. It pairs with a map they already carry. Aquapac rates this map case for rain and spray, not immersion, so don't treat it as a submersible document pouch.
Pros
Clear on both sides, so they can read either side of the map.
Lanyard and attachment strips supplied.
Cons
Rated for rain and spray, not immersion.
Map sold separately.
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3Petzl Actik Core rechargeable head torch
Winter training usually means some runs in the dark. Petzl's Actik Core is a rechargeable head torch with a red light mode, so they won't dazzle other people, and a reflective headband that helps them stay visible. It runs on Petzl's Core rechargeable battery and suits anyone who runs before or after work.
Pros
Red light won't dazzle other runners.
Reflective headband helps them stay visible.
Cons
Made for several sports, so it isn't a running-specific design.
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4Stanley Classic Legendary flask, 1 litre, hammertone green
Stanley's 1 litre vacuum flask keeps drinks hot or cold for up to 24 hours, which covers a long day on the plot. It's tough enough to live in the shed.
Pros
Hot or cold for up to 24 hours.
Leak-resistant lid.
Cons
Heavy when full.
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5Osprey Daylite 13L backpack, black
A light 13-litre daypack that's small enough to tuck inside a bigger bag. It's ideal for days out once they've arrived.
Pros
Light and packable.
Cons
Small for a whole day’s kit.
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6Silva Expedition 4 compass
A baseplate compass with 1:25,000, 1:40,000 and 1:50,000 scales, so it works with OS Explorer and Landranger maps. A walker who learns map reading can keep it in a pocket as a backup to a phone.
Pros
Scales match OS Explorer and Landranger maps.
Baseplate and magnifier make route planning easier.
Silva have made compasses since the 1930s.
Cons
Needs some map reading to be useful.
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7Silva Ranger compass
A baseplate compass with a sighting mirror, used for bearings and map work. It suits hill walkers who want a step up from a basic compass.
Pros
Sighting mirror.
Silva build.
Cons
Needs map-reading practice.
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8Black Diamond Spot 400-R rechargeable head torch
A rechargeable 400-lumen head torch from Black Diamond. It suits walkers and campers who want a torch that charges over USB.
Pros
Rechargeable over USB.
400 lumens.
Cons
Costs more than the non-rechargeable Spot.
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9Hydro Flask Wide Flex Straw Cap 946ml bottle
A large insulated stainless steel bottle with a flex straw lid and a carry handle. It keeps drinks cold for hours.
Pros
Insulated stainless steel.
Straw lid with handle.
Cons
Colour on the listing may differ from the product photo.
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10Thermos Stainless King flask, 1.2L, Gun Metal
A large stainless steel vacuum flask with a carry handle and a pour-through cup lid. It keeps drinks hot or cold for a full day.
Pros
Holds 1.2 litres.
Keeps drinks hot or cold for hours.
Cons
Heavy to carry when full.
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11Thermos Icon travel tumbler, Rock Cap Green, 470ml
A steel travel tumbler with a leak-proof lid and a rubber grip. It keeps coffee hot for hours on a commute or walk.
Pros
Keeps drinks hot for hours.
Leak-proof lid.
Cons
Not dishwasher safe for the lid on every wash.
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12Thermos Stainless King food flask, 470ml, Matt Black
A wide-neck food flask that keeps soup or porridge hot for hours. It includes a spoon in the lid.
Pros
Keeps food hot.
Wide neck.
Cons
Heavy for its size.
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13Black Diamond Storm 450 head torch
A waterproof head torch with 450 lumens and a red night mode. It is used for hiking and camping.
Pros
450 lumens.
Waterproof.
Cons
Uses a rechargeable battery that wears out.
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14Suunto A-10 baseplate compass
A simple baseplate compass for map reading on walks. It is small and low in price.
Pros
Simple.
Low price.
Cons
Basic features only.
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15Steiner BluHorizons 10x26 compact binoculars
Compact German binoculars with 10x magnification that fold small enough for a pocket.
Pros
Compact.
10x magnification.
Cons
Small lenses gather less light than full-size binoculars.
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16SodaStream Fizz & Go Cool stainless steel carbonating bottle, 0.9L
A stainless steel bottle you can carbonate water in and carry, with no machine needed.
Pros
Carbonates on the go.
Insulated steel.
Cons
Needs a Fizz & Go pod.
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17Shokz OpenFit Air open-ear earbuds
True wireless open-ear earbuds that hook over the ear and sit outside the ear canal.
Pros
Open ear.
Light.
Cons
Sound leaks at high volume.
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What to buy someone who loves walking
Walkers carry what they need for the day, so the best gifts for walkers are light and easy to pack. A map case, a compass or a flask that keeps tea hot all day will get used on every route. Poles and a daypack suit people who walk most weekends. Ask what they already carry, because many walkers have a favourite flask or bag.
How we picked these gifts for walkers
We picked each product for what walkers enjoy and because it makes sense as a present. The order is our own choice. The pros and cons come from published product details, not customer reviews.
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