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.
Explore More UK Walking Routes and Inspiring Adventures
Oxford City Walks
Oxford is home to a surprising variety of green spaces, nature reserves, and walking routes. Some are tucked within the city itself, while others are just outside its edges. From tranquil meadows and riverside parks to reservoirs and ancient woodlands, there’s a walk to suit every pace and interest.
Circular Walks in Cornwall: Lizard Point & Kynance Cove
Join Dan Smedley on this Lizard Point Circular Walk and discover more beautiful Cornish walking routes with history, views, great pubs & cafe’s!
Women’s Mountain Biking – how to grow confidence and start competing
Find out how mountain biking transformed my love for cycling and how competing in women only MTB races boosted my confidence
Edinburgh City Walks
With almost half of its area covered in green space, and over 130 parks and gardens scattered throughout, Edinburgh and its surroundings are ideal for a walk in nature.
Mapping Memories: Adventures Among Britain’s Ancient Stones
Discover Fiona Robertson’s adventures around Britain’s ancient stone sites guided by well-worn OS Maps and a lifelong love of megaliths.
Book Review: Stone Lands by Fiona Robertson
A personal story of exploration, memory, and connection to the land. From Avebury to Orkney, guided by OS Maps and a passion for megaliths…
10 Castle Ruins in Scotland to Visit
There’s something undeniably captivating about castle ruins and Scotland, in particular, is rich with remains that are perfect to weave into your next journey.
The Surprising Role of Spiders in Britain’s First Maps
Explore the intriguing story of Ordnance Survey’sBox of Spiders and its unexpected ties to the history of mapping in Britain.
Book Review: Adventures on the Water by Jo Moseley
Join Jo Moseley in her new book Adventures on the Water as she shares heartfelt stories highlighting the impact of paddleboarding on lives.
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