Explore the UK with Ordnance Survey

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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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Cooking over a wood camp fire

May 26, 2016
7 min read

There’s not often a reason that you have to cook over a wood fire – but it’s great fun. While barbecues are the ‘civilised’ version, anyone can learn how to cook surprisingly complex dishes over an open fire.

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​6 classic walks in the North York Moors

May 19, 2016
5 min read

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.

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Explore dartmoor national park

May 17, 2016
5 min read

Discover the best parts of Dartmoor National Park with this guide

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Paddle Boarding through Britain’s Canals

May 12, 2016
3 min read

Lizzie Carr was the first person to paddle board the length of Britain’s canals. Find out more about the route she took and learn how to find more SUP, kayak and canoe routes in OS Maps.

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Wild swimming in the yorkshire dales

April 26, 2016
4 min read

Discover more about Wild Swimming and try some of the best spots in England with Lizzie Carr.

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Visiting the highest trig pillar in Worcestershire on The Malvern Hills

April 18, 2016
4 min read

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.

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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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