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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.

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Unexpected wild animals in britain – part 1

March 15, 2016
7 min read

When you #GetOutside in the UK, you expect to see plenty of native birds, squirrels and rabbits, and if you are lucky a roe deer or even a badger – but there are plenty of weird and wonderful wild animals if you know where to look…

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Pooch perfect pubs & promenades

March 11, 2016
2 min read

Discover some of the Britain’s best dog-friendly pub walks – complete with routes!

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Wizards, woods and magical treehouses

March 11, 2016
4 min read

Discover the secrets of Northumberland with this walk through Thrunton Woods near Alnwick, with secret paths and a magical treehouse!

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A beginner’s guide to ultra-running

March 10, 2016
10 min read

If standard marathons are no longing challenging enough for you, and you’re looking for your next big event – why not try ultra-running? Ultra-running is not for the faint hearted, but this beginner’s guide from experience runners can help to get you started.

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Spring scenery around britain

March 3, 2016
5 min read

Discover some of Britain’s favourite seasonal walking spots and indulge yourself with colourful spring scenery.

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7 unusual sports played in great britain

March 1, 2016
3 min read

When you consider the quintessential British summer, it probably involves garden parties, canapés and…bog snorkelling? Fancy trying something new this year?

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All about the Yorkshire Wolds Way

January 10, 2016
6 min read

This installment of our ‘All about the…’ series takes you over the Yorkshire Wold Way national trail.

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Britain: then and now

December 16, 2015
19 min read

Ever wondered what some of the most well-known areas of Britain used to look like? We’ve taken a look at how some of our favourite cities and towns have changed over the years.

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A beginner’s guide to triathlon

October 4, 2015
6 min read

The triathlon is a tough but rewarding event and there’s plenty of choice in distances. Whether your aiming to tackle major miles or take on a shorter challenge, this beginner’s guide to the triathlon will help you work towards your first triathlon.

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