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.
Explore More UK Walking Routes and Inspiring Adventures
Pen y Crug & Maen-du Well Walk
Take a walk up Pen Y Crug Hillfort – a historical and beautiful area with views of Bannau Brycheiniog
Lake District Horseshoe Hikes
3 of the best Lake District Horseshoe Hikes – learn about these beautiful walks and why horseshoes routes are more challenging!
New Forest National Park
The New Forest National Park is home to rare heathland and iconic ponies.
Eryri National Park (Snowdonia)
Peaks, paths and lakes for great walks, climbs and fishing.
Long Distance Footpaths: Discovering Britain’s ‘Diamond’ trails
How do you find the best footpath? Diamonds on OS maps mark named long-distance routes, highlighting footpaths are truly something special!
Best Hikes in the Peak District for Beginners
A few of the best hikes in the Peak District for you to try if you are new to hiking and want something that’s easy to follow and not too long!
Map reading skills – beginner’s guides
These simple beginner’s guides will teach you the basics of map reading so you can learn how to read a map. Includes a selection of short videos to help you brush up on your map reading skills.
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