Hikers Collection (#13)

Rambles in South Devon - 1930s
Front cover of a guide to rambling in South Devon showing a couple enjoying a rest amid open skies and a patchwork quilt of fields, with the sea and coastline just visible beyond. Date: c.1935

Far From the Madding Crowd
Sequential cartoon showing a couple of intrepid campers determined to get away from it all, and hiking up hill, down dale and through a a river

Girl Hikers
Two girl hikers, dressed in headscarves and slacks, in the pictureque Arun Valley, Sussex, England. Date: late 1950s

HIKERS 1930S
Hikers setting off on a walk in the British countryside. Date: 1930s

Lake District Ramblers
Standing on Ashness Bridge, a group of hikers pause to take in the glorious view over Derwentwater, the Lake District, Cumbria, England with Skiddaw in the distance. Date: 1930s

American Scouts hiking
A group of American Boy Scouts walking through open countryside. circa 1960s

Hikers walking in mountain cirque near waterfall, Cola de Caballo Waterfall, Ordesa y Monte Perdido N. P
Hikers walking in mountain cirque near waterfall, Cola de Caballo Waterfall, Ordesa y Monte Perdido N.P. Pyrenees, Aragon, Spain, june

Walkers on frost and snow covered footpath at sunset, Ridgeway Path, near Pitstone Hill, Chilterns, Buckinghamshire, England, december

Walkers on track in old mixed Common Beech (Fagus sylvatica) and European Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus) forest, wood pasture habitat in early morning mist, Breite Nature Reserve, Sigishoara

View of snow covered fell summit with walkers, Helvellyn, Eastern Fells, Lake District N. P. Cumbria, England, february
View of snow covered fell summit with walkers, Helvellyn, Eastern Fells, Lake District N.P. Cumbria, England, february

Guide armed with rifle and pistol, on lookout for Polar Bears (Ursus maritimus), Spitsbergen, Svalbard

Walkers on frost and snow covered footpath, beside signpost and fence at sunset, Ridgeway Path, near Pitstone Hill, Chilterns, Buckinghamshire, England, december

Hiking the Kluane National Park, Canada
Hiking the Kluane National Park. Hikers above Lowell lake and Lowell glacier (centre right) in the Kluane National Park, Yukon, Canada. The Lowell glacier is over 65 kilometres long

Shadows of two people walking up the dunes of the Mesquite Flats sand dunes, Grapevine Mountains of the Amargosa range behind, Stovepipe Wells, Death Valley National Park, California

Trekkers and Bergamo alpine refuge, Rosengarten mountain range, Dolomites, South Tyrol, Bolzano province, Italy, Europe

View from Tierser Alpl refuge of Langkofel and Plattkofel, Dolomites, eastern Alps, South Tyrol, Bolzano province, Italy, Europe

Man hiking in Warren National Park, Pemberton, Western Australia, Australia, Pacific

Pico de Orizaba, Veracruz state, Mexico, North America

Pico de Orizaba, 5610m, Veracruz state, Mexico, North America

Three young women hitch-hiking from the side of a road in Ipsos, Corfu, Greece

Hiker & Camper Mag / 10. 31
Front cover of a magazine devoted to hikers, ramblers and campers featuring a view looking down on a village church through the trees

Hiking Sanitary Towels
Advert for Southalls compressed sanitary towels, each one packed with two safety pins and made especially for hikers! Talk about cashing in!

The Hiker & Camper, 1933
Front cover of The Hiker and Camper, the thirties magazine devoted to outdoor pursuits. Red version

The Hiker & Camper Mag
Front cover of The Hiker and Camper, the magazine advising on one of the premier hobbies of the thirties. Feature an advertisement for Stormgard capes, sou westers, rucksacks

Two Hikers Map Reading
Two female hikers on a coastal route stop and consult their map

Hippy Hitchers
Two hippy hitch-hikers, thumbing a lift, but will anyone stop for them?

Rambling Fashions 1930S
A party of hikers, mostly young women, resting on the Sidlaw Hills, near Perth, Scotland

Hitch-Hiking 1970S
Women hitch-hikers on a roadside in Ipsos, Corfu, Greece

Trekkers on trail to Gorak Shep, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

Trekkers walking past a mani stone, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Sagarmatha National Park, Nepal, Asia

Hikers trekking near Machherma, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

Trekkers in Chukhung Valley, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

Trekkers looking at the Western Cwm glacier, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

Torrent de Pareis Gorge, Sa Calobra, northern Majorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, Europe

Tourists walking up to the Mirador des Colomer, Formentor Peninsula, Majorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, Mediterranean, Europe

Hikers taking a rest above the Skaftafellsjokull glacier, Skaftafellsa glacial river in the background, in Skaftafell National Park, south-east Iceland (Austurland), Iceland, Polar Regions

Walkers stride out on a marked footpath on the Pico Ruivo on the island of Madeira, Portugal, Europe

Tourists wandering around Pico de Ariero, Madeira, Portugal, Europe

Summit cross, Jenner, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Path leading to volcano on Fogo, Cape Verde Islands, Africa

Walking toward Stromness Bay, South Georgia, South Atlantic

Trekkers, Dhaula Dhar range, western Himalayas, India, Asia

Walking track between fields and the south coast, Pico, Azores, Portugal, Atlantic, Europe

Backpackers scrambling, Pen y Fan, Brecon Beacons, Powys, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Man ascending Y Grib with Mynydd Bychan in the background, The Black Mountains, Powys, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Tunnel, Barrossa Valley hike, Cazoria National Park, Jaen, Andalucia, Spain, Europe

Footbridge over Oxendale Beck near Crinkle Crags, Lake District National Park, Cumbria, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Piatra Craiului Mountains, Carpathians, Transylvania, Romania, Europe

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"Hikers Embark on Epic Adventures Across the UK and Europe" From the historic Mass Trespass of Kinder Scout to the breathtaking Snowdon Mountain Railway train journey, hikers in the UK have always sought out thrilling trails. The Llanberis path leading up Snowdon, nestled within Snowdonia National Park, offers a picturesque ascent that rewards intrepid explorers with panoramic views. Venturing further north, England's Lake District beckons with its majestic peaks such as Derwentwater and Skiddaw. Hiking enthusiasts can conquer these mountains while immersing themselves in Cumbria's stunning natural beauty. Across the channel lies Switzerland's Jungfrau Region, where hikers traverse below the imposing Jungfrau massif from Kleine Scheidegg. This alpine wonderland captivates adventurers with its snow-capped peaks and awe-inspiring vistas. For those seeking an even greater challenge, Mont Blanc stands tall at 4810m in Chamonix, France. The summit ridge tests hikers' endurance as they navigate through this iconic peak of the French Alps. Looking back into history, a captivating image captures hikers gathered by a signpost during a momentous event in 1935 - a reminder of their determination to explore new frontiers. A row of ramblers showcases camaraderie among fellow outdoor enthusiasts who share a passion for nature's wonders. Magazines like "Hiker & Camper" serve as valuable resources for avid trekkers looking for inspiration and guidance on their next escapade. Whether it be conquering snow-covered Pen y Fan mountain in Brecon Beacons National Park or venturing into uncharted territories elsewhere across Europe - these publications provide invaluable insights into hiking routes and camping tips. As we reflect on past achievements like the Mass trespass at Kinder Scout or admire photographs capturing hikers braving challenging terrains such as Pen y Fan mountain covered in snow - one thing remains certain.