This will vary depending on where you decide to go and we provide detailed advice on individual trip notes. Our general tip for walking clothing would be to pack layers as the weather can always be unpredictable. A decent pair of walking boots is essential. We recommend getting walking boots that are a little larger than your normal shoe size, to allow for a thick pair of socks (or even liner socks and thick socks together to prevent blisters). And don’t take new boots on your walking holiday – try to break them in by wearing them around the house or on walks before you leave for your trip.
Your Explore Leader will have a full first aid kit but we recommend having a small first aid kit in your daypack. Also make sure you’ve got at least one water bottle. You may want to consider a pair of trekking poles for harder graded trips.