Each year, our spring summer launch challenges the brasher team to the new.

Check out this video clip of our attempt at kite surfing at Bamburgh beach.

I think some of us should just stick to walking....what we know best!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nXeZvDFrJQw

With the World Cup finished for another four years, the Grand Prix done and dusted, Wimbledon drawn to a close, are you now wondering what will fill your time for the rest of the summer?

Well, the great outdoors is out there and waiting for you, dig out those boots and head for the hills especially whilst the weather is still being nice to us.

Need inspiration on where to go, take a look at these websites for routes and walks...

For nationwide walks visit www.livefortheoutdoors.com

Walking guides throughout Northumberland, Cumbria and The Borders go to www.shepherdswalks.co.uk

Looking for walking routes suitable for buggies? Walks with Buggies is the only UK website totally dedicated to providing free information on routes that are suitable for those with buggies www.walkswithbuggies.com

Search over 2800 free walks across the UK and share your faourites at www.grabyourboots.com

Or, unpack that tent, bring out the bbq and head off for a weekend of camping fun.

Looking for a campsite, check out www.ukcampsite.co.uk

Or if you're feeling a little more adventurous, you could always go wild camping, but don't forget to abide by the rules!

Whatever you choose, have fun in the outdoor playground and don't forget to drop us a line with your stories and photo's.

brasher's Inca sandals for women and Mayan for men offer a welcome alternative to your usual walking shoes whether it be for everyday summer use or for a holiday in sunny climates.

Mayan in Brunswick

The full grain uppers and adjustable Velcro strap provide a customised fit along with a Memory Foam footbed for additional comfort.

Visit our 'Find a Stockist' page for your nearest retailer.

Women's Inca in Honey (also available in mahogany)

The Cotswolds has lots to offer, and with the title of Area of Outstanding Beauty there is something for all visitors and those living in and around the area to enjoy.

The Cotswold Way which stretches from Bath to Chipping Camden is a 102 mile trail which passes many points of interest taking in some fantastic scenery.

Visit the Cotswolds Way website which is full of information ranging from walking routes, things to do, conservation advice and even offers courses for those who'd like to try their hand at dry stone walling.

For full details visit www.cotswoldsaonb.org.uk

On Sunday 10th January, at around 9am, I was stood on the beach on Portsmouth Sea Front in the snow. I had a backpack on that weighed as much as a family car and a promenade of ice in front of me. It was an interesting way to start a walk clockwise around the entire UK mainland coast - 6,882 miles of cliffs, beaches, industry, coves, cities, towns, islands and a lot of ups and downs.

I am walking for three charities: The Mammal Society, The Stroke Association and Southampton General Hospital's Paediatric Physiotherapy Department. You can sponsor me, as well as read my latest blogs and see lots of pictures, here on my website:

http://natsevs.wordpress.com

I have had quite a few adventures so far and am only half way. I paddled across the River Dart on a surf board with Murray from BBC Three's Last Man Standing., I saved a horse from dying in a drainage ditch in Newport, I was treated to a four star luxury hotel for hitting my 100th day walking in Lancashire and I have been priviledged to see some of Britain's hard-to-see wildlife, including many otters.

I was also in the News of the World. I am not sure if that's a highlight or not.

I walk around 25-30 miles a day, rarely taking a day off. And most of the time I am camping out, though I do take advantage of the occasional B&B or friend's house if they live near.

There is a strictly no car usage however. I walk every inch of coastline, or as close to the coastline as I get. The many lifts I have been offered have been turned down. I will also walk over any bridge connected to an island, so Anglesey was rounded and Skye is set to be in the next few weeks.

It is often a lonely escapade but I have loads of support on twitter - (@nomads_land) and from people along the more popular stretches of coastpath. There are so many people out walking it is quite inspiring in itself. Though they do tend to be a bit older than me, at 24 I am younger by 20 years on average!

My kit has held up well, though my beloved boots have suffered and are being held together by super glue. Fortunately, brasher are sending me some new boots - Lithium GTX, as a gift for my travels - hence this blog!

I am currently in Knoydart, home of Scotland's remotest pub. The stretch from here to the Isle of Skye looks troublesome but enjoyable. After that, things become a little more straighforward again after the tribulations of the past month on Scotland's west coast  it has been very tough and remote.

It may come as a surpirise to some but the route up Britain's west coast will take me roughly 9 months, the route down the east coast only two and a half months. So when I round John O' Groats in August, I expect to be home by mid-November.

I will be sad to finish the walk but I have been privileged to see some amazing sites and I expect many more in the next few months. Britain has so much to offer and it's about time we got about enjoying it!