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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Family-Friendly Historical Days Out
Across Great Britain, there are countless places where families can enjoy fresh air and fascinating history side by side. From ancient stone circles to Roman forts and industrial heritage sites, these locations offer more than just a walk—they’re a chance to step into the past and enjoy a historical day out.
15 Microadventures You Can Try This Weekend Without Taking Time Off
We share 15 ideas for your next microadventure – a microadventure is a mini escape into nature without the need to take time off work and spend a fortune!
Sustrans x OS: Edinburgh Cycling Guidebook
Easy City Cycling! OS Product Manager Kris Mackenzie reviews two of the routes from the new Cycling Edinburgh Guidebook
A Perfect Summer Day Out: Strawberry Picking and Country Walks
The perfect recipe for a family day out – a morning at a PYO Strawberry Farm followed by an afternoon walk
City Cycling Guide Books for Families and Tourists
Explore Edinburgh and London by bike with Richard Peace’s new OS Maps city cycling guide books, created in partnership with Sustrans. Discover safe, family-friendly routes!
Summer Nature Walk Bingo – Free Printable
Challenge your kids to spot everything on our OS Nature Walk Bingo sheet. This is great for keeping younger kids interested in going a little further on your next walk.
Walking the 41 Yorkshire Dales Mountains with the Kids
Hiking with kids in the Yorkshire Dales – Sam and her kids completed all 41 of the Yorkshire Dales highest peaks in just 1 year!
Roseberry Topping Walk – A Perfect Family Hike!
Roseberry Topping Walk – The iconic Roseberry Topping Hill sticks up like a fang from the long escarpment at the northern edge of the North York Moors.
PADDINGTON’S NEXT ADVENTURE: MAKE YOUR TOWN HIS HOME
Paddington’s next big adventure! Find out how to get a Paddington Statue in your home town!
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