Hiking
Explore our essential tips for hiking in the UK. Hiking is beneficial for both the mind and body, and whether your goal is to reach the summit of one of the UK’s majestic mountains or to wander through the fells in search of Trig pillars, start with our Hiking for Beginners guide!
Route Review: Stanton Moor Circular Walk
Stanton Moor Circular: OS Champion Emily Thompson reviews a fascinating route form The OS Peak District Walking Guide - complete with a stone circle!
Route Review: Nethy Bridge Walk
Nethy Bridge Circular Walk: OS Champion Gee Jackson is reviewing a leisurely river walk from our Aviemore & Cairngorms guide book.
River Wye Loop – Cleddon Falls, Bargain Woods, Bigs Weir and BrockWeir
Inspired by 'The Salt Path,' OS Staff member Laura shares how a walk in the Wye Valley became a powerful remedy for overcoming loss.
Seven Sisters, Coastguard Cottages and Two Lighthouses!
Inspired by 'The Salt Path' OS Champion May Yeung tells us why The seven Sisters are her sanctuary
Moel Siabod from Plas y Brenin – Out and Back
Inspired by 'The Salt Path' OS Champion Liz Asad share the reason she loves this route up Moel Siabod from Plas y Brenin
8 Great Walks at The Salt Path Filming Locations
The Salt Path Film Locations - Explore 8 exciting circular walks on the South West Coast Path with OS Maps
Vatersay Circular – Outer Hebrides
OS Champion Lisa Drewe talks about her profound connection to this Vatersay Circular Walk in the Outer Hebrides.
Parkend Loop – Forest of Dean Circular
Inspired by 'The Salt Path', OS Champion Samantha Taylor shares one of her most cherished runs and the reasons she loves it
Raynor Winn on the healing power of walking (and how it feels to be played by Gillian Anderson!)
Raynor Winn discusses the healing power of walking and how she felt about Gillian Anderson playing her in the film of her book The Salt Path
The Ridgeway Walk & Map
The Ridgeway Walk is a historic National Trail that stretches for 87 miles (139km) across southern England
Walking the 41 Yorkshire Dales Mountains with the Kids
Hiking with kids in the Yorkshire Dales - Sam and her kids completed all 41 of the Yorkshire Dales highest peaks in just 1 year!
Route Review: Cheddleton and the Caldon Canal
Looking for walks in Staffordshire - OS Champion Andrea Day takes us on a historical walk to Cheddleton and the Caldon Canal
The Ultimate (and Totally Unofficial) Trig Etiquette Guide!
Don't be a Trig Hogger: a definitive and completely unofficial guide to practicing good Trig etiquette
County Tops – The Highest Points in every UK County
Discover the highest points in every UK county with our interactive map. How many County Tops have you conquered?
Route Review: Tryfan North Ridge – Grade One Scramble
North Ridge of Tryfan Route Review - OS Champion Alex Jackson took our Eryri Pathfinder Guide and put this grade 1 scramble to the test.
28 of the Best Isle of Wight Walks
Need Inspiration? Explore 28 of the best Isle of Wight walks, carefully curated by walking and hiking expert Fiona Barltrop.
Alport Castles Circular Route – High Peak
A circular walk to the impressive Alport Castles with its towers of rocks almost precariously standing tall in the valley
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!
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!
Muckle Roe Shetland Isles – OS Wallpaper February 2025
Muckle Roe, Shetland Isles - a dramatic coastline - photograph by OS Champion Crystal Silver aka @ciss.outdoors
7 of the Best Shetland Walks
When visiting Shetland, you don’t struggle to find beautiful walks. Here are 7 of the Best Shetland Walks chosen by OS Champion Crystal Silver
Our Gym – 28 Gym Days Outdoors
#28GymDaysOutdoors - would you ditch the gym and try exercising outdoors for 28 days? What's the worst that could happen....
3 Winter Wainwright Hikes: Lake District North Western Fells
Lake District North Western Fells Walks - a short walk, a medium walk and a long walk - great ideas for a hiking weekend in the Lakes!
OS Maps – Safety Features for Dark Winter Evenings
Introducing 'locate me' on OS Maps, a handy new safety feature to help you whilst out exploring on dark winter evenings
Map of UK National Parks
Ordnance Survey is the best place to find a map of UK National Parks - in this post we share artistic 3D Relief Maps of National Parks
Have a National Cheese Lovers Day Adventure!
National Cheese Lovers Day is on the 20th January 2025 - plan a fun cheese themed adventure with OS Maps! (any excuse to eat more cheese right?!)
Best Beginner Hikes in Eryri (Snowdonia)
Beginner hikes in Eryri! Hilary Pullen, North Walian and Editor of Get Outside has picked some great beginner hikes to try in Snowdonia!
Top 10 Injury Prevention Tips for Novice Hikers
Injury prevention for hikers, 10 practical tips from Physio and OS Champion Tom Troughton, for those dusting off their hiking boots or new to hiking
Celebrate National Dog Walking Month – Wallace and Gromit’s ‘Forest Walkies’
January is National Dog Walking Month! With Wallace and Gromit’s latest adventure, Vengeance Most Fowl fresh in our minds after its Christmas Day release, there’s no better time to explore the inimitable duo’s ‘Forest Walkies’ routes.
Outdoor Fitness with Purpose – Ditch the Gym and Protect Nature
It’s easy to lose sight of what really matters: moving our bodies, connecting with others, and caring for the world around us. We don't need a gym to do that!
Get to the Gym v Get Outside
Why you should bin the gym and get outside instead if you want to boost your mental and physical wellbeing this winter
The Benefits of Joining a Group
Need Motivation to Get Outside? Find out all the amazing benefits of joining a group to help motivate you to get outside more!
Christmas Walk Ideas & Inspiration!
Christmas Walk Inspiration! Where will you go on your traditional Christmas or Boxing Day walk this year? We have 12 great ideas and 1000's more on our OS Maps App to try!
Beginner’s Guide to wind speeds and safety when walking and hiking
Understand the effects of wind speed in KM/H, MPH, M/S and Beaufort Gale Speeds. Now with added cartoons!
Holme Chapel Loop – A Rochdale Adventure
Holme Chapel Loop: OS Champion Beth Craigen teamed up with Aspire 2 Inspire Communities for some essential navigation practice so they can help even more people to get outside.
Walking in Snow
With cold weather expected to hit Britain over the next few days, here's a quick guide to walking in snow from hiker, snowboarder and OS GetOutside Champion Jonathan Elder.
Capturing Nature: Felicity Martin on Hiking, Photography and choosing a quieter life
Felicity Martin, the author of Outstanding Walks in Scotland shares her hiking and photography tips and tells us about her new quieter life
Hiking in the Lake District with the NEW Suunto Race S
First time user of a GPS watch Molly Veitch reviews this popular new performance watch on her latest hike up Coniston Old Man
Conwy Circular Paths from the Wales Coast Path
Conwy Circular Routes - Along this stretch of the Wales Coast Path, you’ll have the opportunity to visit the smallest church in Wales, marvel at the World Heritage Site of Conwy Castle.
Denbighshire Circular Walks on the Wales Coast Path
Denbighshire Circular Routes from the Wales Coast Path. Denbighshire may be the shortest section of the path but these circulars are packed with interest
Mountain Rescue’s accident black spots
Mountain Rescue England and Wales share with us a handful of accident black spots across Britain, in which they are often called to, and how you can stay safe when visiting these areas.
Winter Hiking Tips from Mountain Rescue – Staying Safe in the Dark
As the days get shorter it's important to take extra precautions when getting outside. Mountain Rescue share their expert advice for staying safe in the dark.
Which GPS device do you need?
If you’re considering buying a GPS device, you’ll be probably be comparing dozens of models with hundreds of features. Here’s our guide to finding the best GPS. We look at handheld and wearable GPS devices for walking, hiking, running, cycling and off-grid adventures.
How to Avoid Blisters When Hiking
How to avoid blisters when hiking! Learn how to ensure you don't get a blister on your next hike
Malham Circular – A Day in’t Dales with the Suunto Race S
Malham Circular Walk - OS Champion Megan Rose has a day in the Yorkshire Dales testing out her brand new Suunto Race S GPS Watch
Moel Siabod: OS Wallpaper Download September 2024 – by Lisa Wells
This month we are featuring an image from OS Champion Lisa Wells. The view is from the walk up Moel Siabod.
Upcycling Old Maps – DIY BAG with FREE TEMPLATE!
Upcycling Old Maps: Watch Lou Collins transform an old Ordnance Survey Map into a stylish personalised bag, ideal as a gift for a loved one
Moel Eilio Route Guide with The Rambling Artist
Moel Eilio, a small peak in the Carneddau mountain range of Eryri, Snowdonia. The route is bought to us by Sharon Whitely, The Rambling Artist
Yr Wyddfa – Expert Route Guides
Meet Kate Worthington, author of a fabulous new Eryri guidebook with 15 fantastic walks on and around Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon)
Exploring Eryri: My 3-Day Solo Adventure with the Suunto Race S Watch
With the Suunto Race S strapped to her wrist, Janire Denny-Arzalluz set off on a 3-day expedition over the Glyderau and Carneddau mountains... read her review of this exciting new performance watch.
Yorkshire Three Peaks – Expert Route Guides
Yorkshire Three Peaks Guide Book - 15 great walks in and around the iconic peaks of Pen-Y-Ghent, Ingleborough and Whernside
Kinder Scout Walks – Expert Route Guides
Kinder Scout - discover 15 great routes up this iconic Peak District mountain. Meet Sarah Lister, author of this must have guide to Kinder Scout.
Embracing Eco-Adventure: Sustainable Outdoor Pursuits in the UK
Ordnance Survey Champion Isaac Kenyon will be exploring what an eco-adventure is, share best practices for eco-friendly outings, highlight destinations that prioritise sustainability, and offer tips for reducing your environmental footprint while exploring the great outdoors in the UK.
Mynydd Twr (Holyhead Mountain) Circular Walk with South Stack and North Stack
Mynydd Twr (Holyhead Mountain) circular walk with south stack and north stack included
Is Wild Camping Legal in England & Wales?
Is wild camping legal in England and Wales and can you get into trouble wild camping? Read our advice and wild camping code
Hiking Poles Guide – Everything you need to know about choosing the right walking poles!
Hiking Poles - a complete guide to hiking poles including a look at all the main features and how to use hiking poles when walking
Hiking Checklist
There's a fine line between having the right equipment to keep you safe and comfortable on a walk and being so weighed down with unnecessary kit you'll struggle. Our hiking checklist will help you get kitted out with essential gear for a long day on the trail and tell you what to take on a walk.
Beginners guide to choosing a GPS device
Would you like to use a walking, running or cycling GPS device to make your outdoor activities easier, safer or more fun but don't know where to start? This GPS guide looks at different features and functions to help you choose a GPS device most suited to you.
Hiking for Beginners – A Complete Guide
Hiking for beginners, a complete guide to hiking safety, hiking fitness and the best UK Routes for beginners
Mountain Safety in the Summer
Mountain Safety: Ordnance Survey, Mountain Rescue England and Wales and the Met Office join forces to offer some great advice on summer safety in the mountains.
Moel Siabod Circular walk
Follow this medium difficulty walking route up Moel Siabod in Snowdonia with brilliant views from the summit
Llyn y Fan Fach and Llyn y Fan Fawr Circular Walk
OS Champion Tracy Purnell takes us on a half day circular walk across Llyn y Fan Fach and Llyn y Fan Fawr in the Brecon Beacons National Park.
Autumn Walking Guide
As we get into autumn the clothing and equipment you need for walking and hiking changes too. Here's a guide handy guide on autumn walking gear
Wet weather gear guide
Don't get caught out by the rain, be prepared for your next walk with this wet weather gear guide.
Summer gear guide for outdoor adventures
IIn this summer gear guide, we ask the Ordnance Survey team about their best outdoor product for this summer and how it helps them enjoy their time outside.
What is a Trig Pillar or Trig Point ?
The trig pillar was first used in the retriangulation of Great Britain on 18 April 1936. With over 6500 built, they were vital in map making. Here's everything you need to know about trig pillars including 10 great trig point walks.
Everything you need to know about Mountain Rescue
OS Champion, Emily Thompson, tells you everything you need to know about Mountain Rescue
Hill walking safety for beginners
OS Champion Phillipa Cherryson spends a day with the Brecon Mountain Rescue Team for some pointers on hill walking safety for beginners.
Outdoor first aid: the basics
Whatever adventure you decide to take, a basic knowledge of outdoor first aid will help keep you safe. Alistair Morris, Medical Director at Mountain Rescue England and Wales, explains how to deal with the most common outdoor injuries.
Advice from Mountain Rescue
Mountain Rescue England and Wales share their expert advice to help you stay safe outdoors. Find out how to plan ahead, stay safe on the hills and how to call Mountain Rescue in an emergency.
8 of the best spring hiking escapes for Londoners
OS Champion Alex Middleton shows us how accessible outdoor spaces are from London. Here's 8 of his favourite spots for hiking near London which are all within 90 minutes from the capital city. All these routes make a great spring walk.
Best Food for Hiking and Hill Walking
Nutrition in the great outdoors: What do you need to know? Bought to you by GetOutside Champion Ben Turner - an MNU certified evidence-based nutritionist, level 4 Personal Trainer and avid adventure enthusiast.
Mind Over Mountains
How do we keep going when we can’t see the top? OS Champion and founder of charity Mind Over Mountains, Alex Staniforth, shares his top tips for how to manage your mental health during tough times.
Explore the white rose way from leeds to scarborough
Explore the White Rose Way from Leeds to Scarborough - this new easy long-distance walking route is ideal for beginners
Walk the South West Coast Path in 8 Sections
Discover some of the most picturesque views in England with the South West Coast Path.