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Traffic-free cycling routes in the West Midlands
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.
What is a Trig Pillar or Trig Point ?
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.
10 best short walks across Britain
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.
Walking books – Which guide is best for me?
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.
Everything you need to know about Mountain Rescue
OS Champion, Emily Thompson, tells you everything you need to know about Mountain Rescue
Hill walking safety for beginners
OS Champion Phillipa Cherryson spends a day with the Brecon Mountain Rescue Team for some pointers on hill walking safety for beginners.
Outdoor first aid: the basics
Whatever adventure you decide to take, a basic knowledge of outdoor first aid will help keep you safe. Alistair Morris, Medical Director at Mountain Rescue England and Wales, explains how to deal with the most common outdoor injuries.
Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa): Routes to the top
There are many routes to the top of Snowdon (in Welsh ‘Yr Wyddfa’) with some big paths that can get crowded and some lesser-trodden trails. Here’s all you need to know about the routes up Snowdon.
Advice from Mountain Rescue
Mountain Rescue England and Wales share their expert advice to help you stay safe outdoors. Find out how to plan ahead, stay safe on the hills and how to call Mountain Rescue in an emergency.