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What is the primary purpose of The Outdoor Guide?
What is the primary purpose of The Outdoor Guide?
- To sell walking gear and outdoor equipment
- To promote the Wainwright Walks series on BBC
- To create a community for beach enthusiasts
- To provide information and resources for walks across the UK (correct)
What inspired Julia to create The Outdoor Guide?
What inspired Julia to create The Outdoor Guide?
- A desire to promote outdoor activities for people with disabilities
- The success of Wainwright Walks on BBC (correct)
- Her experience presenting Watchdog
- Her love of Top Gear and the National Lottery
How many years ago was The Outdoor Guide set up?
How many years ago was The Outdoor Guide set up?
- Ten years ago
- Two years ago
- Four years ago (correct)
- Fifteen years ago
What type of walks can be found on The Outdoor Guide website?
What type of walks can be found on The Outdoor Guide website?
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What is the name of the TV series that Julia presented on BBC4?
What is the name of the TV series that Julia presented on BBC4?
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What can be found on The Outdoor Guide website besides walking routes?
What can be found on The Outdoor Guide website besides walking routes?
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What was the initial response to Julia's Wainwright Walks series?
What was the initial response to Julia's Wainwright Walks series?
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Who helped Julia set up The Outdoor Guide?
Who helped Julia set up The Outdoor Guide?
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Study Notes
The Outdoor Guide
- Founded by Julia Bradbury and her sister, Gina, four years ago
- Aims to bring together information for walks all around the UK
Inspiration
- Inspired by Julia's love of walking
- Idea came about ten years ago following the success of Wainwright Walks on the BBC
- Correspondence after the show led to the creation of The Outdoor Guide
Julia Bradbury
- Presented Wainwright Walks on BBC4
- Had previously presented Watchdog and Top Gear
- Presented the National Lottery
- Passionate about promoting the outdoors
The Outdoor Guide Website
- Offers hundreds of walking routes for free
- Routes include sensory walks, buggy-friendly routes, and more
- Features gear reviews, accommodation recommendations, and blogs
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