Matt Swaine
Former Editorial Development Director for Lonely Planet, editor of Trail and BBC Wildlife magazine, and editor-in-chief of Trail Running magazine, Matt got the outdoor bug as a teen on gruelling UK Ten Tors events around Dartmoor. He has hitch-hiked to Egypt, cycled through India, enjoyed the delights of the High Atlas, slept on volcanoes while living in Central America, climbed in the Alps and tackled some of Scotland’s really big routes, from Tower Ridge and the Cuillin to the Aonach Eagach. He’s got a passion for butterflies and ukuleles. If you see him in a campfire situation… approach with caution.
Latest articles by Matt Swaine
The best binoculars 2024: for birdwatching and astronomy
By Matt Swaine last updated
We've tested and rated the best binoculars and to bring focus to your wildlife-watching and stargazing
Why you should carry binoculars on every adventure, no matter how big or small
By Matt Swaine last updated
Whether you’re walking, cycling, kayaking or wild camping, binoculars can seriously elevate your enjoyment of the backcountry
How to use binoculars – and choose the best options for your intended use
By Matt Swaine last updated
Our complete guide to how to use binoculars when you’re outdoors – and the features you should be looking for when you buy them
How to watch wildlife and appreciate the natural world
By Matt Swaine last updated
How to watch wildlife when you’re camping, hiking, biking, running and partaking in pretty much any outdoor adventure
Nikon Prostaff 7S 8x42 binoculars review: perfect bird-watching bins
By Matt Swaine last updated
The Nikon Prostaff 7S 8x42 are redesigned binoculars that will meet the needs of any aspiring bird watcher
Celestron Nature DX ED 8x42 binoculars review: a worthy budget-friendly pair
By Matt Swaine last updated
The Celestron Nature DX ED 8x42 offer great image quality – easy to use and ideal for nature watching
Hawke Endurance 8x42 binoculars review: an affordable pair perfect for wildlife watching
By Matt Swaine last updated
The Hawke Endurance 8x42 are high-end binoculars, which represent exceptional value for money
Bushnell Prime 8x42 binoculars review: rugged bins ideal for adventures
By Matt Swaine published
The Bushnell Prime 8x42 binoculars are a very capable pair of binoculars that deliver good value and impressive image
Kowa BD32-8XD binoculars review: premium bins with the closest focus
By Matt Swaine published
Kowa BD32-8XD are serious binoculars that deliver bright, crisp images – our ‘best in test’
Celestron Skymaster 15x70 binoculars review: affordable bins for stargazing
By Matt Swaine published
Celestron Skymaster 15x70 are well-priced binoculars that promise to unlock the wonders of our solar system
Zeiss Terra ED 8x32 binoculars review: budget binoculars perfect for bird watchers
By Matt Swaine published
The Zeiss Terra ED 8x32 boasts excellent performance designed to meet aspirations of serious nature enthusiasts
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