NATIONAL PARKS
GREAT BRITAIN
Since 1949
15 National Parks
Total land area over
22,000 KM 2
Britain’s National Parks are living, working land. They contain towns and villages, working farms and local businesses - and some of the most spectacular scenery in the world.
National Parks exist to encourage everyone to enjoy outdoor activities. Choose a park to discover how you could #GetOutside.
From amazing walking trails and mountain bike parks to stunning lochs and picnic spots, our National Parks have a whole host of different outdoor activities everyone to enjoy.
Find articles about where to go and what to do in each National Park below to help you plan your next adventure.
Our friends at holidaycottages.co.uk have produced this interesting article about the caves you can visit in on National Parks - the perfect family activity!
Loch Lomond & The Trossachs
Home to mythical creatures and magical folklore.
Peak District
A walkers paradise at the southern end of the Pennines.
Pembrokeshire Coast
Blue Flag beaches, national trails and spectacular views.
South Downs
Traditional villages and rolling hills packed with history.
Yorkshire Dales
Quintessential British countryside in the heart of North England.