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  • Places to go

50 of the best day trips across GB

May 25, 2021
25 min read

Whether it’s a single day trip, or a series of long weekends, there’s some epic things to see and do outside across Great Britain. The OS GetOutside Champions bring you 50 of the best day trip ideas!

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  • Wellbeing

Step outside for your mental health

May 11, 2021
3 min read

We caught up with some of our OS Champions to chat about their experiences with mental health and how getting outside, talking to someone, and connecting with nature can make all the difference and improve your wellbeing.

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  • Accessibility
  • Walking
  • Wellbeing

Sensory walks

April 29, 2021
3 min read

We’ve teamed up with the national charity Sense to support their work on a programme of sensory walks. Find out how you can better connect with nature and get the most from your next walk.

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  • Swimming

A beginner’s guide to wild swimming

April 29, 2021
4 min read

We explore why open-water swimming, also known as wild swimming, is so good for us and get some top tips from Olympian and Sports Scientist Greg Whyte OBE to help you take your first dip.

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  • Wellbeing

5 top tips for healthy ageing

April 6, 2021
7 min read

GetOutside Champion, Glyn Dodwell let’s us in on his secret behind healthy ageing and why it’s so important.

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  • Nature
  • Sustainability

The Countryside Code

April 1, 2021
2 min read

The Countryside Code is your guide to enjoying our parks and waterways, coast and countryside. Find out more about how you can enjoy the outdoors responsibly and protect it for us all to enjoy for years to come.

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The OS Christmas Brochure is out!

Lots of exciting ideas for all your Christmas Gifts with Ordnance Survey

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  • Hiking
  • Walking

Best Food for Hiking and Hill Walking

March 31, 2021
5 min read

Nutrition in the great outdoors: What do you need to know? Bought to you by GetOutside Champion Ben Turner – an MNU certified evidence-based nutritionist, level 4 Personal Trainer and avid adventure enthusiast.

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  • Cycling
  • Off-road cycling
  • Walking

Public Rights of Way

March 29, 2021
9 min read

Did you know, we show over 220,000 km of public rights of way on our maps? Approximately 170,000 km of these are footpaths and 40,000 km are bridleways. Over 4,600 km are National Trails and 30,900 km are recreational routes!

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  • Walking

Day walks in Northumberland

March 29, 2021
6 min read

GetOutside Champion Dave Wilson is as passionate about the outdoors as he is about his native Northumberland. From exploring the valleys of the Cheviot Hills, to hiking Hadrian’s Wall, his enthusiasm for England’s Border County is endless. Check out his new guidebook ‘Day Walks in Northumberland’.