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Inspiration to Get Outside

Here, you will discover inspiration and guidance for all kinds of outdoor adventures, including for those beginning their journey, featuring beginner hiking guides, paddleboarding advice, and a wide array of other outdoor pursuits! We also share expert reviews of outdoor and hiking gear from our OS Champions and industry specialists.

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Mountain Rescue’s accident black spots

October 4, 2024
14 min read

Mountain Rescue England and Wales share with us a handful of accident black spots across Britain, in which they are often called to, and how you can stay safe when visiting these areas.

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  • Safety

Winter Hiking Tips from Mountain Rescue – Staying Safe in the Dark

October 2, 2024
7 min read

As the days get shorter it’s important to take extra precautions when getting outside. Mountain Rescue share their expert advice for staying safe in the dark.

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  • Walking

Planning a walking route in 5 easy steps

September 30, 2024
12 min read

The Best Walking Route Planner and Guide to planning your own walking route Jonathan from the OS Team outlines how you can get started and find new walking routes with the help of a walking route planner.

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Find Your Path: Outdoor Adventure Guides

Discover your next hiking adventure, running trail, or cycling route with our inspiring route guides. Each guide includes downloadable GPX files for easy navigation with OS Maps. You’ll find step-by-step instructions, parking tips, and top recommendations to enhance your experience.

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  • Walking

Moel Eilio Route Guide with The Rambling Artist

Wales
4.3 km

Moel Eilio, a small peak in the Carneddau mountain range of Eryri, Snowdonia. The route is bought to us by Sharon Whitely, The Rambling Artist

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Moel Siabod via Daear Ddu Ridge

Wales
9.5 km / 5.9 miles

Moel Siabod via Daear Ddu Ridge Route Guide- the only summit that you can see 13 of the 14 Welsh 3000’s from!

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Cwm Tryfan Circular Walk – Ogwen Valley

4.8 mile / 7.8km

Cwm Tryfan Circular Walk in the Ogwen Valley, perfect for short days or with kids

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OS Champions

Insights and stories from our seasoned outdoor champions

Adrian Conchie

Meet Adrian Conchie – Qualified Mountain Leader who loves a challenge

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Meet OS Champion Athena Mellor – Writer and photographer passionate about getting outside with her young family

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Isaac Kenyon

Meet Isaac Kenyon, OS Champion, Outdoor Adventurer, Sustainability Leader and Mental Health Advocate

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Mel Nicholls

Meet Mel Nicholls – Paralympian, outdoors lover and life adventurer.

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Get more from the outdoors with OS Maps. Whether you’re planning a mountain hike, taking the kids for a woodland bike ride, or looking to discover a new local adventure, OS Maps helps you explore with more confidence.

Discover thousands of ready-made routes from outdoor experts; view & download maps directly to your phone, or print from your computer.
With trusted mapping, route planning tools & features, created by Ordnance Survey; OS Maps helps you make the most of your time outside.

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OS is uniquely positioned to select the best and most trusted outdoor brands, offering an exciting range of essential UK maps and outdoor gear, as well as great custom gifts for the outdoor adventurers in your life.

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