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Hiking Alone in the UK: Safety Tips and What to Know
Plenty of people hike alone in the UK and most of them have straightforward, enjoyable days out. Solo walking is not reckless by default. What makes it safe or unsafe is the level of preparation behind it, and the quality of decision-making on the day. The Honest Risk Assessment When something goes wrong on a solo walk, there is no one else to go for help, no one to help you with an injury, and no one to catch a navigation error before you add an extra few miles going the wrong way.