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  • Beginner’s guides
  • Map Reading

A beginners guide to understanding map contour lines

June 5, 2022
2 min read

Learn the use and meaning of contour lines on a map and understand how to use them to when you’re out and about or planning routes. Understanding contours will improve your map reading skills.

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  • Safety
  • Walking

Safety tips for walking outside

May 31, 2022
10 min read

Our friends at Lifesystems share expert advice on how to stay safe in the outdoors. Here is everything you need to know about safety when walking in the outdoors and how you can better prepare yourself for your next adventure.

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  • Map Reading

A beginners guide to understanding map scales

May 29, 2022
4 min read

Have you ever got confused about what a map scale is, or wondered what is the difference between our OS Landranger and OS Explorer maps? This beginner’s guide to understanding map scales will help! Includes a short video for easier learning.

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  • Accessibility
  • Walking

Best stile-free walks in Britain

May 25, 2022
14 min read

We asked our friends at Access TOG and Access The Dales to share their favourite stile-free walks. Whether you’re a wheelchair user, a family with a buggy or recovering from an injury, these accessible routes make it easier to enjoy the great outdoors. Here are the best stile-free walks in Britain.

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  • Beginner’s guides
  • Map Reading

A beginners guide to measuring distance on a map

May 15, 2022
5 min read

Measuring distance is a key tool in map reading and is especially useful for hikers and cyclists who want to measure how far they have travelled or how far they wish to go. Learn how to easily measure distance on a map with our quick and simple guide.

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  • Sustainability
  • Walking

Walk to School Week

May 13, 2022
3 min read

For whatever reason, we have got into the habit of driving our kids to school, even if it is only half a mile away. OS Champion Glyn Dodwell gives us 10 great reasons why we should walk them to school instead. Celebrate Walk to School Week and challenge yourself to leave the car at home.

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  • Map Reading

Map reading skills – advanced guides

May 10, 2022
2 min read

Do you know how to read a map? Learn some of the more advanced navigation skills for more extreme adventures or just to challenge yourself. This collection of advanced map reading guides will help you become an expert navigator in no time.

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  • Walking

Short walks in Hampshire

May 10, 2022
12 min read

Squeezing a short walk into our busy lives can seem like an impossible task but with a little planning, it’s more than doable. Here are five tips to help you incorporate a peaceful stroll into your day plus our favourite short walks in Hampshire for you to enjoy too.

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  • Family activities
  • Places to go
  • Walking

25 island adventures in Britain for families

May 5, 2022
20 min read

Having explored over 600 islands in Britain, Lisa Drewe shares some of her top family-friendly island adventures in Britain, plus recommended walking routes. Whether you are a hiker, sand-castle maker, beach lover, wildlife watcher or just have a curious mind, these family-friendly adventures will help make a great tip.