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
Explore the white rose way from leeds to scarborough
Explore the White Rose Way from Leeds to Scarborough – this new easy long-distance walking route is ideal for beginners
6 classic walks in the North York Moors
Planning a visit to the North York Moors? Try one of these fantastic walks around the stunning countryside. With various lengths and difficulties, there’s something for everyone.
Visiting the highest trig pillar in Worcestershire on The Malvern Hills
April 2016 is the 80th anniversary of the trig pillar. To mark the occasion Dan Grant walks to the highest trig pillar in Worcestershire on The Malvern Hills.
Pooch perfect pubs & promenades
Discover some of the Britain’s best dog-friendly pub walks – complete with routes!
Wizards, woods and magical treehouses
Discover the secrets of Northumberland with this walk through Thrunton Woods near Alnwick, with secret paths and a magical treehouse!
All about the Yorkshire Wolds Way
This installment of our ‘All about the…’ series takes you over the Yorkshire Wold Way national trail.
Offa’s Dyke Path
Discover more Offa’s Dyke, one of Wales’ National Trails including where to stay and a route.
A beginner’s guide to nordic walking
Nordic Walking is a fast growing pasttime activity in Britain. Discover more with this beginner’s guide.
Walk the South West Coast Path in 8 Sections
Discover some of the most picturesque views in England with the South West Coast Path.
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