Explore the UK with Ordnance Survey

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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.

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

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cornish walks

Circular Walks in Cornwall: Polkerris, Readymoney Cove & Gribbin Head Circular Walk

October 31, 2025
6 min read

Join Dan Smedley on the Polkerris, Readymoney Cove and Gribbin Head Circular Walk as he explores his path to healing and wellness.

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Birkenhead Park

Liverpool City Walks

October 31, 2025
11 min read

Walking through Liverpool reveals more than just the city’s iconic architecture and vibrant streets, it opens the door to a variety of green spaces and natural retreats.

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Manchester from Heaton Park

Manchester City Walks

October 30, 2025
12 min read

Manchester offers countless opportunities for a walk in fresh air and nature without going far from the city.

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Keela Legacy Project - repairing outdoor clothes

A Clothing Hospital for your Favourite Outdoor Kit!

October 28, 2025
5 min read

Learn about Keela’s approach to sustainable outdoor clothing and the initiatives of their Legacy Project , responsible manufacturing for lasting gear.

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Prior Park Bridge

Bath City Walks

October 24, 2025
11 min read

Bath’s green spaces offer a refreshing contrast to its elegant Georgian architecture and bustling city centre, providing opportunities to walk through nature without going far from the urban environment.

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Natasha Sones diving into the water

Water Pollution Risk for Wild Swimmers in the UK

October 24, 2025
6 min read

Expert advice from Outdoor Swimmer Magazine on water pollution risk for wild swimmers and how to swim safely using real-time data and hygiene tips.

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Oxford River

Oxford City Walks

October 23, 2025
12 min read

Oxford is home to a surprising variety of green spaces, nature reserves, and walking routes. Some are tucked within the city itself, while others are just outside its edges.

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Kyance cove circular walk

Circular Walks in Cornwall: Lizard Point & Kynance Cove

October 23, 2025
6 min read

Join Dan Smedley on this Lizard Point Circular Walk and discover more beautiful Cornish walking routes with history, views, great pubs & cafe’s!

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Sam Taylor frost Mountain Biker

Women’s Mountain Biking – how to grow confidence and start competing

October 22, 2025
8 min read

Find out how mountain biking transformed my love for cycling and how competing in women only MTB races boosted my confidence

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