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
Kick start your New Year with RED January
Join the nation this January by moving every day, to beat the winter blues away. Whether you run, swim, cycle, or choose your favourite fitness activity, set your goal and make this year your most active yet! Find out how you can join Red January!
10 best pub walks in Great Britain
There’s nothing better than incorporating a stop at a nearby pub when out on a walk with friends and family. Reward yourself with a refreshing drink or warm up in front of the fire. Here are 10 of the best pub walks across Great Britain.
Autumn Walking Guide
As we get into autumn the clothing and equipment you need for walking and hiking changes too. Here’s a guide handy guide on autumn walking gear
Mappy Christmas Crafts
The count down is on for Christmas! So get crafty with your old paper maps with these 10 festive ideas.
Wet weather gear guide
Don’t get caught out by the rain, be prepared for your next walk with this wet weather gear guide.
13 Valleys Ultra
The 13 Valleys Ultra takes in an unmissable route spanning all 13 valleys of the Lake District National Park. Discover this challenging route which can be enjoyed all year round or in smaller sections for a leisurely walk.
Frog Graham Round
The Frog Graham is a swim-run challenge involving over 40 miles of running over Lake District fells and swimming two miles across Bassenthwaite Lake, Crummock Water, Buttermere and Derwentwater. OS Champion Alex Staniforth tells us about the route and his experience of the Frog Graham Round.
The nation’s favourite places
We asked the nation to share their favourite place and what it means to them. Find the best outdoor places near you!
Learn to cycle
Cycling is brilliant for all ages – it’s fun, great physical exercise and provides an opportunity for family adventures outside. This useful learn to cycle guide will help you teach someone to ride for the first time.
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