The unexpected hiking hack you need this spring (hint: it talks)
We all know that feeling: the initial excitement of a spring walk slowly giving way to a slump in motivation. Maybe your thoughts start to wander, or that stunning view just isn't quite enough to keep you engaged. But what if there was a simple trick to keep your spirits high and your legs moving, turning every long walk into a captivating experience?
Enter audiobooks – your secret weapon for conquering those longer spring trails. Think of it as having a brilliant storyteller right there with you, making every step an adventure. And the best news? You can try out this fantastic hack for yourself with Audible's special spring offer: just 99p for the first three months!
Inspired by the rich tapestry of the British countryside and insightful storytelling we've curated a selection of audiobooks perfect for your spring explorations. Get ready to be transported....
Audible Spring Sale - £0.99 for the first 3 months
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Audiobooks for long walks
The Old Ways by Robert Macfarlane
Journey along ancient tracks and forgotten pathways across the UK and beyond, discovering how the routes we take shape both the land and our very selves. (Learn more)
The Running Hare by John Lewis Stempel
Experience the heartfelt efforts of a Herefordshire farmer to restore the wildlife and richness of traditional farmland, a poignant reminder of what we risk losing to modern agriculture. (Learn more)
Animals of Farthing Wood by Colin Dann
Witness the incredible journey of woodland animals, led by Fox and Badger, as they overcome their differences and face perilous challenges to find a new sanctuary after their home is destroyed. (Learn more)
Audible Spring Sale - £0.99 for the first 3 months
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Wilding by Isabella Tree
Hear directly from Isabella Tree as she recounts the inspiring transformation of Knepp, a failing dairy farm, into a thriving Sussex savannah teeming with nightingales, butterflies, and a wealth of other wildlife through innovative rewilding practices. (Learn more)
The Way Home: Tales from a Life without Technology by Mark Boyle
Embark on a thought-provoking journey with Mark Boyle as he shares his honest and elemental experiences of giving up technology and money to build a simpler life in rural Ireland. (Learn more)
English Pastoral by James Reebanks
Gain a powerful and personal insight into the challenges of modern farming and one farmer's determined path towards more sustainable ways of working the land, nurturing wildlife, and safeguarding the future. (Learn more)
The Wild Silence by Raynor Winn
Continue the inspiring journey of Raynor Winn and her husband Moth as they navigate life after homelessness, finding solace and a new beginning on a Cornish farm thanks to the kindness of a benefactor. (Learn more)
MORE: Nature-themed audiobooks to discover...
The key to truly enjoying those longer spring walks is to keep your mind engaged. Audible audiobooks are the perfect hack for that, offering endless entertainment.
Audible Spring Sale - £0.99 for the first 3 months
For a limited period, enjoy £0.99 and listen to bestsellers, podcasts, exclusive original tracks and more. Find out more here.
Not sure you want to commit yet? Get a free Audible membership trial for 30 days