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Swimming

Top secret waterfalls in Scotland for wild swimming

May 4, 2023

Kimberley Grant, author of Wild Guide Scotland, reveals her top 5 favourite hidden waterfalls in Scotland for wild swimming. From the deep pool at Feshiebridge to the river at Glen Etive, we have your next trip to the Scotland covered.

Running

Every Run Counts

April 28, 2023

8 min read

Every Run Counts rewards all exercise in the great outdoors no matter how big or small. Co-founder, Jeff Hunt, explains how the platform can help you stay motivated and improve your wellbeing.

Cycling
Off-road cycling

Great British Gravel Rides

April 25, 2023

9 min read

Author of Great British Gravel Rides, Markus Stitz, introduces three of Britain’s most iconic gravel riders and shares their favourite routes for you to enjoy.

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Walking

The Beacons Way

April 24, 2023

5 min read

The Beacons Way is a 100-mile-long distance footpath, that transverses through the centre of the Brecon Beacons National Park in South Wales. OS Champion Tracy Purnell takes us on a whistle-stop tour of the top spots along the way.

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Cycling

How to get into cycling

April 21, 2023

3 min read

Whether you want to cycle more, rekindle your love for your bike or try it for the first time, British Cycling explain how you can get into cycling and get the most from your bike on a budget.

Cycling
Off-road cycling
Places to go

Traffic-free cycling routes in the West Midlands

April 21, 2023

6 min read

British Cycling share their favourite traffic-free cycling routes within the West Midlands, all of which are available in OS Maps. These family-friendly routes are suitable for all cycling abilities and make a great day out.

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Hiking
Map Reading

What is a Trig Pillar or Trig Point ?

April 18, 2023

3 min read

The trig pillar was first used in the retriangulation of Great Britain on 18 April 1936. With over 6500 built, they were vital in map making. Here’s everything you need to know about trig pillars including 10 great trig point walks.

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Gear guides
Walking

10 best short walks across Britain

April 13, 2023

12 min read

Discover Britain’s 10 best short walks for a great day out. Featured in the OS Short Walks Made Easy guidebooks, each walk provides key information like where to park, where to eat and what to see on route.

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Gear guides
Walking

Walking books – Which guide is best for me?

April 13, 2023

7 min read

The OS Pathfinder Guides and OS Short Walks Made Easy series capture some of the best walking routes across Great Britain and include a range of useful information to make it easier to plan your walks. We take a look at these two guidebooks in more detail to help you decide which one is best for you.