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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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Raven Crag Thirlmere walking route

Raven Crag – Thirlmere

April 8, 2024
2 min read

OS GetOutside Champion, Jack Anstey, takes us on a short, steep walk with some of the most rewarding and spectacular views the Lake District has to offer.

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Malham Cove route line on map

Malham Cove & Gordale Scar

April 8, 2024
4 min read

OS GetOutside Champion, Scott McAlister, explores Malham Cove and Gordale Scar in the Yorkshire Dales, voted in at number 3 on ITV’s Britain’s favourite 100 walks.

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Llyn y Fan Fach and Llyn y Fan Fawr Circular Walk

April 8, 2024
7 min read

OS Champion Tracy Purnell takes us on a half day circular walk across Llyn y Fan Fach and Llyn y Fan Fawr in the Brecon Beacons National Park.

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Bike exploring: The New Forest

April 8, 2024
3 min read

Brockenhurst New Forest Loop. Just under 12 miles of easy going forest trails and tarmac. A great all year ride, perfect for families. The route starts and stops in the pretty little town of Brockenhurst.

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Bamford to Edale, via Ladybower route line on map

Bamford to Edale, via Ladybower

April 8, 2024
3 min read

OS GetOutside Champion team, TwoTravlrs explore Ladybower Reservoir, one of the more popular reservoirs to visit in the Peak District.

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Bone Caves walking route map line

A short hike to Bone Caves

April 8, 2024
4 min read

Short hike to bones cave, Scotland.

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Tourist trail at Ingleton Waterfalls

Tourist trail at Ingleton Waterfalls

April 8, 2024
4 min read

The Yorkshire Dales are awash with rolling hills and beautiful walking routes. If you have time for just one walk when you are in the area, you would do well to head to the Ingleton Waterfalls Trail.

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Lawley circular route

The Lawley Circular Hike

April 8, 2024
3 min read

The Lawley is part of the Shropshire Hills range in an area of outstanding natural beauty. The Lawley is one of the smaller hills, standing next to its big brother, Caer Caradoc. It’s an interesting walk, as along the ridge there are remains of an ancient settlement and hill fort.

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St Catherine’s Hill, Winchester walking route on map

St Catherine’s Hill, Winchester

April 8, 2024
3 min read

Topped with the remains of an iron-age fort, this short walk just outside Winchester gives great views across the area.

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