Explore the UK with Ordnance Survey

Your essential travel companion

Explore new places in your local area, adventure in the UK’s National Parks, or enjoy a coastal getaway with Ordnance Survey, your essential travel companion.

Known for our iconic paper maps, walking guide books, and award-winning OS Maps App, we provide inspiration for your next UK adventure here at Get Outside. From the Shetland Isles to the South West Coast Path, you’ll find plenty of ideas for your next outdoor adventure in the UK.

British National Parks

Our UK National Parks exist to enable everyone to enjoy getting outside into unspoilt nature and to preserve the stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife for future generations.
Choose a National Park from the list below or use the interactive map to start planning a National Park adventure.

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Neath Port Talbot Coast Circular Walks

Neath Port Talbot Circular Walks on the Wales Coast Path

October 3, 2025
5 min read

A couple of great Neath port Talbot circular walks that take in sections of the Wales Coast Path

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Prince of Wales Bridge

Monmouthshire Circular Walks on the Wales Coast Path

October 3, 2025
5 min read

Looking for a circular walk on the Monmouthshire section of the Wales Coast Path?

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Cardiff Circular Walks on the Wales Coast Path

October 3, 2025
6 min read

Enjoy circular walks from Cardiff that incorporate the Wales Coast Path – 3 walks including Penarth, Cardiff City and the barrage

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Point of Ayr Lighthouse Flintshire Coast Circular Walks

Flintshire Circular Walks on the Wales Coast Path

October 2, 2025
8 min read

Explore these lovely Flintshire Coast Circular Walks – great walks if you’re staying in Talacre, Rhyl or Prestatyn

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a cartoon image of a man with compass and map with zombies all around him

How to Survive a Zombie Apocalypse (with Maps, Not Apps)

October 2, 2025
3 min read

When the undead rise and the internet dies, your survival depends on one thing: knowing how to read a map. Here’s Ordnance Survey’s guide to surviving a zombie apocalypse using traditional navigation skills.

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cape wrath trail a cottage in the foreground and mountains behind

Walking the Cape Wrath Trail

October 1, 2025
6 min read

Walking the Cape Wrath Trail, one of the toughest (and also most spectacular) long distance walks in the Scottish Highlands.

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The Solent Way footpath with yachts in the distance and woodland to the left

Walk the Solent Way: Hampshire’s Coastal Trail with Castles, Ferries & Sea Views

September 30, 2025
3 min read

Discover The Solent Way: a 60-mile walk through Hampshire. Explore 5 suggested stages with highlights, tips, and an interactive OS map

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Gift Ideas for Hikers (that they’ll really love!)

September 29, 2025
3 min read

Gift ideas for hikers that they will really love! We have handpicked perfect gifts for hikers to make your gifting decisions easy!

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creative mapping workshops

Creative Mapping: Jessica Emsley’s Unique Approach

September 26, 2025
8 min read

Artist Jessica Emsley explores how maps and mindful observation shape her creative process, offering a fresh perspective on connecting with the landscape through art.

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