Activities: Wellbeing

Find a balance for the mind in the outdoors

  • A Life More Adventurous
  • Beginner's guides
  • Hiking
  • Wellbeing

Monday’s are for Mountains – meet Solo Hiker Claire Edwards

October 15, 2024
9 min read

A Life More Adventurous: meet Claire Edwards, a solo hiker who shares her story and some great advice and routes for anyone wanting to go it alone in the mountains

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  • Hiking
  • Wellbeing

Let’s celebrate hills and mountains named after boobs!

September 26, 2024
6 min read

Hills named after Boobs! A list of hills and mountains in the British Isles that are named after or shaped like breasts...

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  • Walking
  • Wellbeing

Ramblers wellbeing walks

August 30, 2023
5 min read

Discover Ramblers Wellbeing Walks; over 50,000 walks taking place all over the country to help improve the nations health and happiness. Here are some of the best Wellbeing Walks for you to join or try in your own time.

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  • Swimming
  • Wellbeing

The benefits of cold water swimming

January 23, 2023
8 min read

We share all the MANY benefits of cold water swimming. Experts tell us why this activity has hooked people across the nation and offer advice for those wanting to give it ago.

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  • Wellbeing

Solo adventures

December 14, 2022
7 min read

A lack of confidence, the thought of planning or a fear about what may happen, stops many of us from venturing out alone. OS Champion Alex Staniforth explores the benefits of solo adventures and offers his advice on how you can plan your own.

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  • Wellbeing

Look after your mental health this season

February 3, 2022
6 min read

For many, the colder seasons mean crisp mornings, warm drinks and snuggling by the fire. But for others, the shorter days signal a downturn in mood and energy leaving us feeling sad and sluggish.​ Eli Bishop offers some top tips to help you look after your mental health this winter.

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  • Wellbeing

21 days to form a habit

January 19, 2022
4 min read

It takes 21 days to form a habit. Ordnance Survey's very own Liz Beverley had fallen out of love with running but want to get back into it. Motivation and a nudge in the right direction was all she needed to make it part of her routine. Create a habit in 21 days with a free pfd included.

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  • Wellbeing

How to set achievable goals for the new year

January 19, 2022
5 min read

Have you managed to stick to your New Year's resolutions? If not, start a new one now! Emma Cusworth shares her advice in setting SMART objectives to help keep you on track with your goals.

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  • Wellbeing

Buddy up and get outside

January 10, 2022
5 min read

Arranging to meet others outside will help you stay active and make time outdoors more enjoyable. We take a look at how joining a club, a group or a team will keep you happy and healthy throughout the year.

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  • Wellbeing

GetOutside for World Mental Health Day

October 8, 2021
5 min read

The outdoors can have positive benefits to not only your physical health, but also your mental health. Find out more about how you can decrease stress and improve your wellbeing by trying some of these simple activities.

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  • Wellbeing

Be kind to yourself

October 6, 2021
4 min read

Just as we need to take care of the environment and each other, we shouldn't forget ourselves. Fresh air is good for our wellbeing and will give you a new lease of life. Here are ideas to help you get outside and enjoy a little 'me time' this National GetOutside Day. See you on Sunday 26 September!

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  • Wellbeing

How nature improves our mental health

September 14, 2021
5 min read

Holly Barber from Eco Monkey takes a look at some of the lesser-known ways in which spending time outside in nature can improve our mental health.

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  • Wellbeing

Be kind to others

September 1, 2021
3 min read

Lend a helping hand to someone this National GetOutside Day, encourage them to join in the fun and be considerate to others while you're out and about. Here are some ideas on how to get outside with/for others. See you outside on Sunday 26 September 2021!

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  • Wellbeing

Step outside for your mental health

May 11, 2021
3 min read

We caught up with some of our OS Champions to chat about their experiences with mental health and how getting outside, talking to someone, and connecting with nature can make all the difference and improve your wellbeing.

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  • Accessibility
  • Walking
  • Wellbeing

Sensory walks

April 29, 2021
3 min read

We’ve teamed up with the national charity Sense to support their work on a programme of sensory walks. Find out how you can better connect with nature and get the most from your next walk.

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  • Wellbeing

5 top tips for healthy ageing

April 6, 2021
7 min read

GetOutside Champion, Glyn Dodwell let's us in on his secret behind healthy ageing and why it's so important.

  • Family activities
  • Wellbeing

Join the getoutside challenge!

January 7, 2021
1 min read

Getting outside every day during winters will do wonders for our physical and mental wellbeing. Wrap up warm and explore from your doorstep with these ideas from the free GetOutside Challenge Calendar.

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  • Wellbeing

Mind Over Mountains

May 15, 2020
5 min read

How do we keep going when we can’t see the top? OS Champion and founder of charity Mind Over Mountains, Alex Staniforth, shares his top tips for how to manage your mental health during tough times.