In this episode of the Inspiring Adventure Podcast by Vertebrate Publishing, we are joined by Sabrina Verjee, ultrarunner, adventurer, and author of Where There's a Hill. Best known for her record-breaking completion of the Wainwrights round, Sabrina discusses her journey from adventure racing to ultrarunning, the planning and execution of her challenges, and the importance of confidence and resilience in the face of failure. She shares insights on the camaraderie within the running community...
Dec 4, 2025
53 min
In this episode of the Inspiring Adventure Podcast by Vertebrate Publishing we are joined by Anna Paxton, author of Peak Bagging: Peak District. Anna discusses her guidebook and shares personal insights on some of the Peak District's most rewarding routes. From her favorite trails to the influence of local landscapes on her writing, Anna provides both practical advice and heartfelt stories. Perfect for aspiring authors and enthusiastic peak baggers. Anna Paxton is a hillwalker and ultrarunner...
Nov 27, 2025
42 min
In this episode of the Inspiring Adventure Podcast by Vertebrate Publishing, we get to know author Hannah Collingridge. Focusing on the charm of the Yorkshire Three Peaks, Hannah shares her personal stories and passion for geology. From discussing the intricacies of writing guidebooks to recounting her own adventures and mishaps on the trails, the episode provides a blend of practical advice, fascinating trivia, and heartfelt experiences. Perfect for aspiring walkers, nature enthu...
Sep 11, 2025
47 min
In this special episode of the Inspiring Adventure Podcast by Vertebrate Publishing, we delve into the creation process of mountain guidebooks with Jon Barton, the founder and Managing Director of Vertebrate Publishing. Jon outlines the inspiration behind the Mountain Walks book series, which emerged during the COVID-19 pandemic to meet the increasing interest in outdoor activities. He discusses the selection of iconic peaks like Snowdon, Ben Nevis, and Helvellyn, and the unique features of t...
Sep 4, 2025
33 min
In this episode of the Inspiring Adventure Podcast by Vertebrate Publishing, we explore the fascinating process behind creating a mountain guidebook. The discussion features author Tina Codling, who shares the journey from aspiring writer to published author of Mountain Walks Helvellyn. Tina shares personal stories of discovering a passion for mountain walking, overcoming challenges, and eventually becoming a Mountain Leader. She talks about the importance of guidebooks in providing det...
Aug 28, 2025
49 min
In this episode of the Inspiring Adventure Podcast by Vertebrate Publishing, commissioning editor Kirsty Reade interviews Sarah, author of Mountain Walks Kinder Scout. They discuss the motivations behind the Mountain Walks series, aimed at making UK mountains more accessible and varied for all abilities. Sarah shares her journey from a novice in mountain navigation to becoming a Hill and Moorland Leader and guidebook author. The conversation covers the unique aspects of Kinder Scout, tr...
Aug 21, 2025
44 min
In episode 2 of the Mountain Walks series by Vertebrate Publishing, an experienced mountain guide and author, Graham Uney, delves into his love for the mountains dating back to his childhood, his journey in scouting, and becoming a professional mountaineering and climbing instructor. Graham discusses his dual career as a mountaineer and writer, recounts some of his most memorable mountain experiences, and shares the inspiration behind his guidebooks. This episode is an insightful listen...
Aug 14, 2025
50 min
Welcome back to the Inspiring Adventure podcast by Vertebrate Publishing! We kick off our 6-part Mountain Walks series with Girls on Hills Co-Founder Keri Wallace. Keri discusses her personal journey from encountering a medical emergency on Ben Nevis to becoming a mountain guide and co-founding 'Girls on Hills' in 2018. She shares stories from her mountain experiences, the motivations behind her Running Challenges and Mountain Walks book, and the importance of encouraging more women to partic...
Aug 7, 2025
50 min
In the summer of 2012, a team of six climbers set out to attempt the first ascent of one of the great unclimbed lines of the Himalaya – the giant Mazeno Ridge on Nanga Parbat, the world’s ninth highest mountain. At ten kilometres in length, the Mazeno is the longest route to the summit of an 8,000-metre peak. Ten expeditions had tried and failed to climb this enormous ridge. Eleven days later two of the team, Sandy Allan and Rick Allen, both in their late fifties, reached the summit. They had...
Jun 4, 2020
48 min
We are all climbing where we are and with the gear we use in no small part due to Tony Howard’s quest for adventure. Tony Howard rose to fame in 1965 as a member of a group of young climbers from northern England who made the first British ascent of Norway’s Troll Wall; a climb described by Joe Brown as, ‘One of the greatest ever achievements by British rock climbers’. Tony went on to design the modern sit harness, now used universally by every climber in the world. He founded the company Tro...
May 28, 2020
16 min
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