The late, great Terry Wogan once said that "television contracts the imagination and radio expands it". Our occasional forays into the outdoors very much do the same, whether that's by challenging us, testing our stamina, finding quiet time or having a fun adventure with friends and family. Don't think of winter as down-time: do something outdoors this weekend and feel the benefit of the sofa later. Ps. Need a last minute bit of kit? Visit countryside.co.uk before you go and grab a clearance bargain right now!