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.
Explore More UK Walking Routes and Inspiring Adventures
Sal Thornton
Meet OS Champion Sal Thornton – Long distance hiker and lover of human powered adventures!
Emily Cartigny
Meet OS Champion Emily, runner, swimmer & mountain biker with a dog named Merlot!
Jack Anderson
Meet OS Champion Jack Anderson, an outdoor instructor, hiker and kayaker who loves a route with a pub at the end!
Hiking Poles Guide – Everything you need to know about choosing the right walking poles!
Hiking Poles – a complete guide to hiking poles including a look at all the main features and how to use hiking poles when walking
Gus Mckechnie
Meet OS Champion Gus Mckechnie, an avid runner and rower. Gus is a member of the Hamwic Harriers and also a fan of parkrun Tourism.
Hiking Checklist
There’s a fine line between having the right equipment to keep you safe and comfortable on a walk and being so weighed down with unnecessary kit you’ll struggle. Our hiking checklist will help you get kitted out with essential gear for a long day on the trail and tell you what to take on a walk.
Tom and Essi Troughton
Meet OS Champions Tom and Essi Troughton, a physio and doctor determined to help more people get outside to enjoy the health benefits
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