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OS Wallpaper Download: August 2022

Packhorse Bridges were built to be big enough to take a person on foot, or a horse carrying packs, but were not big enough for a cart. You'll often find them on ancient trading routes, with some dating back to the 15th century, and still in use today.

OS Wallpaper Download: July 2022

Britain boasts some amazing National Parks, with countless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors - and take photographs of it! This picture by Gordon Hatton was taken in the Hambleton Hills, North York Moors in July 2010.

OS Wallpaper Download: June 2022

We were looking for a photo to reflect this weekends' celebrations of the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, and found this excellent photograph from near Balmoral Castle, the royal residence in Scotland.

OS Wallpaper Download: May 2022

Head out to many parks or lakes at this time of the year and you will find many birds are nesting and raising chicks. Swans are one of the most visible and are often found escorting their cygnets on land and water. This photo was taken by Peter Trimming on May 2021

OS Wallpaper Download: April 2022

It's April, and parks, gardens, countryside and woods are springing to life. This photo of a cherry tree in full blossom was taken by Christine Matthews in April 2021

OS Wallpaper Download: March 2022

Crossing the Tyne, Hexham Bridge was built in 1793 after a number of earlier bridges collapsed or were washed away by floods. In this picture by John Lord the graceful stone arches are reflected in calm waters.

OS Wallpaper Download: February 2022

One of the first signs of spring, Snowdrops can flower even in harsh weather conditions. This picture from the north of Scotland was taken in February 2018.

OS Wallpaper Download: January 2022

Created from a former gravel pit, this Site of Special Scientific Interest is now a mixed wetlands and a haven for many types of wildlife, including kingfishers and otters.

OS Wallpaper Downloads: 2021 roundup

Pick your favourite free wallpaper download from the last 12 months.

OS Wallpaper Download: December 2021

Mam Tor (or 'Mother Hill') is a 517m hill in the Peak District which provides great views over the surrounding countryside, summer and winter. You will find popular walking routes both over and around the hill, which has the remains of an ancient fort at the top.