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School’s out for summer
Geographer and GetOutside Champion, Alan Parkinson gives our teachers some outdoor inspiration for the school holiday period.
4 of the best outdoor BBQ spots in the UK
The sun has finally come out which means its officially BBQ season. Even if you have a back garden, venturing further afield can be an exciting experience for the whole family. Here's 4 of the most scenic places to have an outdoor BBQ in the UK this summer.
Top 5 places to visit in Somerset
Somerset is a county sometimes overlooked but it repays a visit in spades. Its name deriving from ‘land of the summer people’, Somerset, with its heritage, myths and legends appeals in any weather.
The best summer family festivals 2018
If you think that the English countryside consists of nothing but patchwork hills and sleepy villages, you’d be wrong! The UK festival season is amongst the largest in the world, and it’s easy to see why.
Family Fun on Dartmoor
With an abundance of attractions and areas to walk, cycle, picnic and eat, Dartmoor has something for everyone and every type of family. Here’s our list of must-do family activities.
Visit Three Cliffs Bay, Gower Peninsula
Discover what you can do and see at Three Cliffs Bay.
Top 5 historic sites in Snowdonia
If you’re planning a trip to the beautiful location of Snowdonia, you’ll most likely be looking into what you can do while you’re there. For the history lovers, Snowdonia is a goldmine of stunning historical locations steeped in culture, legend and stories from the past.
Ride the Railways in Snowdonia
Discover which Railways there are to ride in Snowdonia.
Afternoon tea hotspots in the Peak District National Park
If you’ve spent the morning walking the many hills of the Peak District, you’ll more than likely be in need of some energy replenishment. There’s a huge variety of eateries to choose from, but we think you can’t go wrong with a traditional afternoon tea.
3 great coastal circular walks in Devon
Cliffs, coves and impossibly pretty ports – the South West Coast Path draws many an excited hiker to western shores. But you don’t have to embark on the full 630-mile trail to revel in its glory. Because a wealth of day-long, circular walks will also put more than a little spring in your hiker’s step and a gleam in your eye. Devon-based Ordnance Survey GetOutside Champion Belinda Dixon outlines three of her favourite SWCP day trails.
