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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Holme Chapel Loop – A Rochdale Adventure
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Walking in Snow
With cold weather expected to hit Britain over the next few days, here’s a quick guide to walking in snow from hiker, snowboarder and OS GetOutside Champion Jonathan Elder.
Five Firework Free Dark-Sky Locations for a Serene Bonfire Night
This guide explores top stargazing spots, and how to find them with OS Maps, where the beauty of the night sky becomes the highlight
OS Test The Best Lightweight Head Torch – Silva Smini & Smini Fly
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Stocksbridge and the Underbank Reservoir, South Yorkshire
South Yorkshire Route Guide: An easy loop under 5 miles around Stocksbridge and the Underbank Reservoir.
Hiking in the Lake District with the NEW Suunto Race S
First time user of a GPS watch Molly Veitch reviews this popular new performance watch on her latest hike up Coniston Old Man
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