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South West Coast Path: 10 of the best spots

March 8, 2023
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The South West Coast Path stretches from Minehead in Somerset to Poole Harbour in Dorset. Surging around the south coast, England’s longest National Trail is an awesome place in which to GetOutside. Here are 10 great spots to visit.

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A guide to Wild Camping on Dartmoor

January 24, 2023
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Wild camping on Dartmoor has changed, but there are a small number of areas where it’s still permitted. You’re going to need a rucksack for this one as camping next to the road or in camper vans is not allowed. Here’s all you need to know about wild camping on Dartmoor.

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The Ten Tors Challenge

October 10, 2022
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The Ten Tors Challenge is an annual challenge organised by the British Army for young people to navigate the wilds of Dartmoor. It’s a multi-day adventure that tests stamina, navigation and mental toughness – for both the participants and the volunteer. We speak to OS Champion Fi Darby about her experience.

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ITV’s Cornwall and Devon walks

January 6, 2021
5 min read

Cornwall and Devon form the far south-west part of Britain and are a haven for locals and holidaymakers alike. Dramatic coastline plus wild moorlands, hills and valleys make it the perfect place to explore on foot or by bike.

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The chance to experience an epic sunset with a walk to Baggy Point

September 18, 2018
5 min read

Along this stretch of the North Devon coast the skies are vast, the seascape is panoramic and the sunsets can be epic. And Baggy Point – the mid-point of this circular walk – is most definitely a top-notch sunset viewing spot.

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Top 10 lost lanes in the West Country

June 27, 2018
8 min read

OS #GetOutside Champion and cycling guidebook author, Jack Thurston, takes us on a journey along his ten favourite lost lanes in the West Country.

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Rambling around Romsey’s countryside

April 8, 2018
6 min read

The New Forest, famous for its ancient heathland and wild ponies, is full of woodlands and wildlife, making it a perfect place for walking.

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Walking the South West Coast Path

April 5, 2018
5 min read

OS GetOutside Champion, Kate Jamieson, takes us on an adventure along the South West Coast Path which she grew up exploring as a child. She covers some historic sites and amazing views across St Aldhelm’s Head & Chapman’s Pool.

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Exploring Bowerman’s Nose and the Two Moors way

January 30, 2018
4 min read

Follow the Two Blondes as they explore the dramatic countryside around the Two Moors way and Bowerman’s nose in Dartmoor – while being followed by a film crew for ITVs Britain’s Favourite Walks