Matt Baird
Managing editor
Matt is the managing editor of BBC Countryfile Magazine and is the previous editor of Cycling Plus and the author of Triathlon! from Aurum Press
Recent articles by Matt Baird
Inspired by The Salt Path and want to walk the South West Coast Path? Here’s everything you need to know
The South West Coast Path is one of the toughest long-distance walking trails in the UK. Find out everything you need to know to take it on.
“I got an ebike and discovered a lost world of castles, rivers and Roman ruins in England – and I’m a convert”
Could this new cycling route in the Shropshire Hills become a star of Britain’s bikepacking scene? Matt Baird mounts an electric bike to navigate the hills, thrills and basilicas of the Marcher Castles Way.
Missed out on BBC Race Across The World? Why orienteering is the next best activity to test your navigation skills
Everything you need to know about orienteering, including how to get started, what equipment you'll need and top tips.
11 toughest long-distance walking trails in the UK: Challenge yourself with one of these bucket-list routes
Planning a major hike this year? We reveal the UK’s toughest long-distance paths to explore.
Kathmandu Trailhead 2L Insulated Rain Jacket review
What is an Ironman? Why it's the ultimate endurance challenge and the world’s toughest and greatest triathlons
The toughest marathon running events in the world – from Exmoor to Kilimanjaro
It's a truly iconic race distance, but which marathon courses are the toughest in the UK and around the globe? Here's our magnificent seven
How long is an ultramarathon? Jamie Laing’s Comic Relief challenge explained – plus the world’s toughest running events
From the spine of Wales to Pennine peaks, here are the UK's toughest ultra-running challenges for 2025 and how they compare to global races
Is Parkrun the feel-good sporting hit of the century?
Still free, still fun and still delivering a wealth of physical and mental benefits to its participants. Parkrun should be celebrated this weekend, says Matt Baird