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Roaming Free -Your complete guide to the outdoors Podcast

Roaming Free -Your complete guide to the outdoors Podcast

By: Ian Henderson and Steve Fleming
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Welcome to Roaming Free — the podcast that celebrates the great outdoors and everything that comes with it. Hosted by Ian from Boots On Adventures and Steve, a passionate outdoor enthusiast, we dive into the world of walking, hiking, camping, bushcraft, foraging, climbing, and so much more. In each episode, we’ll be chatting with inspiring guests, sharing stories from the trail, and exploring how getting outside can connect us with nature, ourselves, and the amazing world we live in. So grab your boots, pack your gear, and join us as we Roam Free.Ian Henderson and Steve Fleming Social Sciences Travel Writing & Commentary
Episodes
  • Episode 23 - Tales from the Slate Trail with Steve and Ian - Roaming Free Podcast
    Jun 27 2026

    Join Steve and Ian as they lace up their boots and head out onto the stunning Slate Trail in North Wales for another episode of Roaming Free.

    As always, the walk is only half the story. Between tackling relentless climbs, admiring incredible scenery and discussing the gear they're carrying, the conversation wanders just as much as the trail itself. Expect Steve's questionable Welsh lessons, Ian's now-infamous "Hendo's Foot Smeg" stories (you've been warned!), plenty of chat about food, and all the random conversations that only seem to happen when you're miles from civilisation with nothing but a rucksack and too much time to think.

    From trail snacks to steep ascents, blisters to breathtaking views, this episode is exactly what you'd expect from a day out with Steve and Ian—equal parts outdoor adventure, useful trail chat, complete nonsense, and plenty of laughs.

    So grab a brew, pull on your boots, and come and join us on the Slate Trail... where the miles are hard, the hills are steeper, and the conversation is, as always, gloriously off the rails.

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Episode 22 - Walking England’s Coast with Tom Kennedy - Roaming Free Podcast
    Jun 7 2026

    In this episode of Roaming Free, hosts Ian Henderson and Steve Fleming sit down with Tom Kennedy, National Trail Officer for the South East section of the King Charles III England Coast Path.

    Based in Lewes and working with East Sussex County Council, Tom plays a vital role in managing and protecting some of the country’s most iconic coastal walking routes — including the spectacular stretch from Brighton to Eastbourne across the famous chalk cliffs.

    From coastal erosion and trail realignment to balancing conservation with public access, Tom gives a fascinating behind-the-scenes insight into what it takes to maintain and futureproof England’s newest National Trail. The conversation also explores the importance of connecting people with nature, the challenges facing our coastline, and why these paths matter now more than ever.

    Tune in for an inspiring conversation about walking, conservation, and the ever-changing beauty of Britain’s coastline.

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    37 mins
  • Episode 21 - One Coast, Any Age : Walking the Coast of Great Britain with Zoe & Mike - Roaming Free Podcast
    May 21 2026

    In this episode of Roaming Free Podcast, Ian Henderson sits down with the inspirational Zoe and Mike, the couple currently walking the entire coastline of Great Britain — an incredible 7,300-mile journey expected to take over two years to complete.

    The conversation explores the highs, lows, challenges, and unforgettable moments they’ve experienced so far, along with the motivation behind taking on such an extraordinary adventure. They also discuss their fundraising efforts for the Devon Air Ambulance and why supporting the lifesaving work of the charity means so much to them.

    Zoe is also the author of 630 Miles Braver: Midlifing on the South West Coast Path, sharing her experiences of resilience, adventure, and self-discovery through long-distance walking. Meanwhile, Mike is aiming to become the oldest person to walk the entire coast of Great Britain in one continuous journey.

    This is a powerful episode about endurance, purpose, adventure, and proving that age should never stop you from chasing something extraordinary.

    Find out more about their journey here:
    Head Right Out – One Coast Any Age


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    44 mins
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