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Britain’s secret summits
...metres Route in OS Maps Nestled in Northumberland National Park is the great summit of Simonside. Taking the circular route starting at the Simonside forestry Commission Car Park, you head west along the well-marked forest pathway. Taking around two hours, the walk to the summit gives...
Be kind to yourself
...shortage of weird and wonderful things to do outside, some you may have never even heard of! Whether it’s wild camping, forest bathing or becoming a litter hero trying something new is hugely satisfying and will offer you a chance to...
10 best British long-distance cycle routes
...to fuel up and enjoy the quaint villages below. The route is easy to navigate and the terrain varied; chalk paths, forest trails and some road. For an extra challenge, try cycling up Butser Hill! South Downs...
How nature improves our mental health
...know that being outside is good for us – whether it’s walking, running, cycling, wild swimming or, if you’re like me, forest bathing. Time spent outdoors in nature has additional benefits to both your physical and mental health, some of which...
...20, 2021 2 min read Llyn Brianne is a spectacular reservoir nestled in the Doethie Valley, Mid Wales surround by the beautiful Tywi forest. It was named after a stream Nant y Bryniau, which in English translates stream in the hills. This picturesque...
10 best British islands
...coves and swimming spots. Criss-crossed by glistening white-shell paths there is a full 7 km round-island route that starts in Newborough forest from which all of the island gems can be explored. LLanddwyn,...
10 Best Bothies in Scotland
...hours (summer conditions)Difficulty: EasyTotal ascent: 512m Classic circular walk in the Cairngorms National Park, through the beautiful Scots pines of the Queen’s forest to Ryvoan Bothy, followed by panoramic views from the summit of Meall a’ Bhuachaille. Meall a' Bhuachaille and Ryvoan Bothy...
Exploring Britain’s National Parks
...great spot for hill walking. There are plenty of lower level areas to visit too, as well as lochs, coastlines and forests. Sean’s one word to describe this National Park: Swimming Sean’s ‘must visit’ in this National Park: Inchmurrin Island Walk...
50 of the best day trips across GB
...brought to you by OS Champion Zoe Homes. Scotland 10. Gordon Way via Bennachie 11 mile linear hike along the Gordon Way. Beautiful forest tracks to open hill tops. Waymarked route with views further afield over the Cairngorms. Some overgrown parts due to...
The Countryside Code
...outdoors responsibly and protect it for us all to enjoy for years to come. We love green open fields. We love fantastic forests. We love beautiful lakes and wandering rivers. Basically, it’s safe to say we love the countryside. But there is...