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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
8 Epic Lake District walks you need to do
It’s no secret that the Lake District is one of the most beautiful places in England with some epic walks to boot. Walker and cyclist Jamie Knop has listed eight of the most epic Lake District walks you need to tick off your bucket list.
Top 5 Short Hikes in Scotland
Although being so accessible, Scotland still provides a feeling of remoteness and wilderness within a matter of an hours walk. Co-author of the new Wild Guide Scotland, Richard Gaston, shares his top 5 Scottish short hikes
Three Short Walks in the Lake District
The Lake District National Park is the largest National Park in Britain. Famed throughout the world for its stunning landscapes, sprawling fells and beautiful waterways, it has inspired poets, writers and artists alike for almost three centuries.
10 of the best places on the pennine way
Stretching for 267 miles and following the backbone of England, the Pennine Way is not just an arduous long distance walk that attracts crazy fell runners and determine hikers – it also links some of England’s most amazing landscapes and fantastic features. So even if you don’t want to walk the whole route is worth hunting out these gems.
Glamorgan Heritage Coast lighthouse walk
Glamorgan Heritage Coast stretches for 14 miles along the South Wales coast. Starting at Ogmore by Sea, to St Athan in the east, following the Wales coastal path.
A bluffers guide to bothies
Hidden in some of the wildest corners of Britain – from the rugged west coast of Scotland to the deep hinterland of the Highlands, in between the folds of the Lake District fells and tucked into the trees of the Welsh forests – abandoned buildings – known as bothies – lie in wait. Maintained by volunteers and looked after by a charity known as the Mountain Bothies Association (MBA, they are completely free to use by anyone…
Walking coast to coast via the Hadrian’s Wall Path
Follow the Meek family as they walk Hadrian’s Way, a national trail that stretches from the east coast to the west and follows the route of the northern extent of the Roman empire.
3 of the Best Walks Around Dark Peak
The Dark Peak is home to some of the most iconic views in the Peak District. Discover 3 of the best, and follow the routes when you’re out.
Who has a walking wedding?
#GetOutside Champion, Stef Jackson-Horner, knew that a big white wedding wasn’t for her and her fiancé; what they wanted was a walking wedding. Find out how the big day went and how you go about preparing for such an event in the British outdoors!
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