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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.

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Gower Circular Coastal Path Walks

Gower and Swansea Circular Coast Path Walks

May 30, 2025
8 min read

A collection of Gower Peninsula circular walks on the Wales Coast Path – stunning views, gorgeous beaches and fascinating historical ruins.

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New Forest Beginner Hikes

Beginner Hikes: New Forest National Park

May 29, 2025
8 min read

Are you looking for beginner hikes in the New Forest National Park? OS Champion Sue Barrett shares 5 great walks to try on your next visit

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Kris and his dog on Bla Bheinn Isle of Skye

Blà Bheinn – A stand alone Munro on the Isle of Skye

May 28, 2025
7 min read

Blà Bheinn – the only stand alone Munro on the Isle of Skye. Read more about and Kris’s adventures on the Isle of Skye.

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Beyond the Barracks: Empowering Military Spouses Through Adventure

May 27, 2025
4 min read

Find out more about Forces Wives Challenge a rapidly-growing, vibrant community of over 2000 women, united by a passion for the outdoors.

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Beautiful Lake District scenery 

Bob Graham Round

May 20, 2025
8 min read

The Bob Graham Round is an iconic sub-24-hour fell challenge which traverses much of the Lake District.

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Nine Ladies stone circle stanton moor

Route Review: Stanton Moor Circular Walk

May 15, 2025
2 min read

Stanton Moor Circular: OS Champion Emily Thompson reviews a fascinating route form The OS Peak District Walking Guide – complete with a stone circle!

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nethy bridge walk

Route Review: Nethy Bridge Walk

May 15, 2025
4 min read

Nethy Bridge Circular Walk: OS Champion Gee Jackson is reviewing a leisurely river walk from our Aviemore & Cairngorms guide book.

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cycling coast to coast - Gee on her bike cycling uphill

Coast to Coast – Whitehaven to Sunderland

May 14, 2025
2 min read

OS Champion Gee Jackson recounts how embracing the Coast to Coast challenge led her to discover the unwavering support of the outdoor community.

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Brockweir Wye Valley

River Wye Loop – Cleddon Falls, Bargain Woods, Bigs Weir and BrockWeir

May 14, 2025
2 min read

Inspired by ‘The Salt Path,’ OS Staff member Laura shares how a walk in the Wye Valley became a powerful remedy for overcoming loss.

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