It's always good to receive feedback and comments from our consumers. We recently received a letter from Samantha Millar who has happily worn her Hillmaster's for the past 8 years!

 "In 2002 I bought my first pair of brasher Hillmaster boots. At the time, I thought it was quite a lot of money to spend on a pair of walking boots but they have paid for themselves many times over. I never could have imagined they would last me for this length of time.

I have worn them almost every day for 8 years, as I have 2 dogs. They have seen me through 4 months in the Falklands, and I have completed my lifelong ambition of climbing Ben Nevis with the help of my brasher's.

I could not imagine owning a pair of more comfortable boots, and I'm devastated they are coming to the end of their long and eventful life. I could not begin to guess how many miles they have walked on my feet!"

If you would like to send us your comments please email sshanley@brasher.co.uk

If you're in the Lincolnshire Wolds or surrounding area from Saturday 22nd May you could take part in one of the organised walks in the Lincolnshire Wolds walking festival.

Running for 2 weeks there are a variation of over 80 walks to participate in. Visit the website www.woldswalkingfestival.co.uk for more information and details of all the routes up to 3 miles and for the more experienced walkers 7 miles +.

Our kid's boot Chichon GTX has once again won Best in Test in Trail magazine for the 5th year running.

This unisex boot is available in 2 colours with a Gore-Tex lining to keep feet dry whilst providing great comfort and just the right amount of support for those growing feet.

For full product and stockist info go to the stockist search on our homepage.

The Isle of Wight Walking Festival kicked off this weekend offering a massive 300 walks to suit all ages and abilities.

The popular festival which is now in it's12th year runs from Suturday 8th until Sunday 23rd May with a selection of walks available varying from challenging, scenic and historical, there's walks for the kids or if you're looking for romance or a bit of company you could always try speed-dating walks!

You can see full details and download a brochure by visiting the website www.isleofwightwalkingfestival.co.uk

As the weather stats to warm up, it's the perfect time to enjoy walking in the great outdoors. However, for those of you who've never taken up walking as a hobby before, we have some tips that might help you get started.

Walking is the perfect entry level exercise and something that can be enjoyed regularly with friends and family - whether it's city walking while you're shopping or while enjoying a scenic break in the Lake District. It's also a great way to lose weight, strengthen leg muscles and improve your cardiovascular system and overall stamina. Being out in the fresh air can also boost your overall sense of wellbeing too, and unlike the gym, it doesn't cost a penny.

Here at brasher, we would suggest the following to help you get started on low level or hill walks:

•  Don't push yourself too hard - listen to your body and build up your stamina gradually
• A couple of miles is fine to begin with, and make sure you take regular breaks to enjoy the scenery
• Why not join a local walking club and boost your social life too. They will recommend easy walks to begin with and then you can progress to moderate level walks

After all, there's so much to be experienced in your own Outdoor Playground!