Perhaps somewhat unsurprisingly, we're big fans of lots of the UK's walking and climbing festivals. (Here's just a selection courtesy of Google.)

And over the next few months we'll be posting about some crackers.

If have any favourites, please drop us a line and we'll try to include it here on our blog.

The Keswick Mountain Festival in May looks a cracker. As does the walking on offer at the North Devon Festival, also in May.

While next month; February 15-23 sees the Fort William Mountain and Film Festival.

Consisting of workshops, exhibitions, the history of mountain rescue, photography, film, lectures and biking events, it looks like Fort Bill really is the place to be that week.

So don't forget we'll keep you posted about some great walking festivals, and please let us know about any you'd like us to mention.