Suggested Kit List
The Big Hoof endorses a BYOB policy!
Bring Your Own..
Beliefs: The Big Hoof supports the British Pilgrimage Trust’s ethos that:
Pilgrimage is a pathway for practices that elevate the experience of moving through a landscape to one that is also an inner journey. The British Pilgrimage Trust believes that such a journey should be made on an individual’s own terms, requiring no set beliefs. It is a pathway that should be open, accessible, and welcoming to all.
Bags: The Big Hoof can suggest kit (see below) and also groups that can support with upcycled and second-hand alternatives to buying new; however, each individual is responsible for their own kit requirements. Are you missing something essential and borrowing/buying is not an option? Let us know - we might be able to help.
Brews: We will suggest stops for refreshments and water; however, depending on the duration of your participation, you should pack your bag with sufficient food, snacks, water, and flasks of tea for one day in the hills!
Kit List
What you will need
Your kit, your presence and a willingness for adventure! Try and pack light: all those who follow are encouraged to carry their own kit. We will accommodate where we can. You can find our full suggested kit list below.
This list is for guidance purposes only. Each individual is responsible for their own preparation, based upon their own personal needs and experience.
One Day
Trail-focused running/hiking shoes
‘Compeed’ blister plasters
‘Skin So Soft’ Midge spray
Running/hiking socks
Mobile phone and charger
Fully charged head torch
Waterproof jacket
Warm hat and gloves (check the weather though)
Water bottle/bladder - enough capacity to carry 0.5L
Sun cream and cap (check the weather though)
Something to carry all of the above in e.g. a running vest/pack (6-12L ideally)
Cash/credit card for £50 per day
Additional
Insulated jacket
Powerpack
Running poles
Personal Care Kit e.g. tissues/ wipes / extra blister plasters / Sudocrem etc
Electrolyte tablets for water e.g. Nuun/Precision Hydration
GPS watch/device
Thermos flask
Waterproof trousers
Emergency whistle
Overnight
Lightweight, portable tent (no pop-up tents)
Sleeping bag and mat
Warm/Insulated jacket
Washbag and personal toiletries
Comfortable clothes, underwear and socks
Additional
Inflatable pillow
Packtowl / microfibre towel
Camp mug and spork
Useful Links
Rent:
Rewear
Kitsquad (assistance for low-income participants)
Repair
Coming with a horse?
Contact us to receive all our recommendations and full equipment list.
