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
Eryri National Park (Snowdonia)
Peaks, paths and lakes for great walks, climbs and fishing.
Lake District National Park
Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Lake District. Find inspiring Lake District adventures, Hiking Routes, cycling and paddling locations
Long Distance Footpaths: Discovering Britain’s ‘Diamond’ trails
How do you find the best footpath? Diamonds on OS maps mark named long-distance routes, highlighting footpaths are truly something special!
Best Hikes in the Peak District for Beginners
A few of the best hikes in the Peak District for you to try if you are new to hiking and want something that’s easy to follow and not too long!
Map Reading Skills – Beginner Guides
These simple beginner’s guides will teach you the basics of map reading so you can learn how to read a map. Includes a selection of short videos to help you brush up on your map reading skills.
Iconic Music Video Locations to Visit!
Relive Iconic Music Videos with These Special OS Maps Walks. Discover where Ed Sheeran, Coldplay, Little Simz and more filmed their iconic videos, from Suffolk’s Framlingham Castle to Wales’ rugged Pembrokeshire coast.
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.
7 of the Best Shetland Walks
When visiting Shetland, you don’t struggle to find beautiful walks. Here are 7 of the Best Shetland Walks chosen by OS Champion Crystal Silver
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