Useful Links
Mapmyride group
https://www.mapmyride.com/people/groups/89592/
Here are just a few of the many very good retailers for all your walking/hiking/backpacking needs.
https://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/index.cfm
https://www.oswaldbailey.co.uk/
https://www.millets.co.uk/home.html
Below is a selection of walking clubs and associations that you may find have something to offer you. Most are based in central England.
Black Country 20s&30s Walking Group
Bear Group (Warwickshire)
Chiltern 20s-30s Walking Group
Leicestershire & Rutland Walking Group
Northants 20s & 30s Walking Group
Peterborough Younger Walkers Group
Shropshire Young Ramblers Group
Worcestershire 20s & 30s Group
Other Outdoors related sites
The Youth Hostels Association of England & Wales
Scottish Youth Hostels Association
Hostelling International Northern Ireland
Campaign to Protect Rural England