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Five Firework Free Dark-Sky Locations for a Serene Bonfire Night

This guide explores top stargazing spots, and how to find them with OS Maps, where the beauty of the night sky becomes the highlight

Alex Dziadulewicz

Meet Alex, a part time farmer and avid hiker from the Cotswolds

• Running

Running in Squares (OS Map Squares!)

Martin set himself a challenge to run through the 400 1 km squares in a 1:25.000 OS map centered on his home in Topsham, Devon…

• Camping
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• OS TEST THE BEST
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OS Test The Best Lightweight Head Torch – Silva Smini & Smini Fly

Our intrepid OS Champions review the NEW Smini Headtorch and Smini Fly Headtorch – take a look at their in depth reviews

Emma Harrison

Meet Emma Harrison, nature lover, hiker and runner with a passion for getting her kids outside

• Walking

Stocksbridge and the Underbank Reservoir, South Yorkshire

South Yorkshire Route Guide: An easy loop under 5 miles around Stocksbridge and the Underbank Reservoir.

• Gear guides
• Hiking
• OS TEST THE BEST
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Hiking in the Lake District with the NEW Suunto Race S

First time user of a GPS watch Molly Veitch reviews this popular new performance watch on her latest hike up Coniston Old Man

• A Life More Adventurous
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Opening Nature’s Doors: Debbie North’s Mission for Accessibility

Debbie North ‘s passion for accessible adventures and dedication to breaking down barriers have inspired many. She has recently released a brand new book.

• Cycling
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Horror Film Locations in the UK

UK Horror Film Locations: With Halloween around the corner, why not explore some routes passing real-life locations from iconic horror films using Ordnance Survey’s OS Maps?