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What is the 75 Hard Challenge and how can OS Maps help?

January 6, 2026
4 min read

Discover how OS Maps can help you smash the 75 Hard Challenge by making outdoor workouts more interesting and enjoyable. Plus, explore other exciting challenges…

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Bikepacking Tips – Route planning

December 23, 2025
7 min read

Explore essential bikepacking tips for stress-free route planning. Have the best cycling adventure with expert advice from Emma Karslake

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A List of Women’s Adventure & Hiking Groups to Join in the UK

September 18, 2025
2 min read

A list of UK female only adventure and hiking groups – the best place to start to build outdoor confidence.

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Easy Thoughtful Gifts You Can Post for Christmas or Birthdays

September 16, 2025
3 min read

One of the most affordable, thoughtful and easy gifts you can post – From just £7.99 for our small personalised maps, UK postage is free.

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GPX File FAQ’s – A Complete Guide For Hikers

August 14, 2025
4 min read

Find out everything about hiking using GPX files? GPS expert, Jon Monks explains step by step how to use GPX files and where to find them.

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Sustrans x OS: Edinburgh Cycling Guidebook

July 14, 2025
10 min read

Easy City Cycling! OS Product Manager Kris Mackenzie reviews two of the routes from the new Cycling Edinburgh Guidebook

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Richard Peace’s City Cycling Guide Books for Families and Tourists

July 4, 2025
5 min read

Explore Edinburgh and London by bike with Richard Peace’s new OS Maps city cycling guide books, created in partnership with Sustrans. Discover safe, family-friendly routes!

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Coast to Coast – Whitehaven to Sunderland

May 14, 2025
2 min read

OS Champion Gee Jackson recounts how embracing the Coast to Coast challenge led her to discover the unwavering support of the outdoor community.

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Cycling The Hebridean Way

May 13, 2025
2 min read

Inspired by the life-changing walk in The Salt Path, OS Champion Meg Collington shares her own empowering adventure cycling the Hebridean Way