Yes we may be biased, but we think Britain offers some of the best scenic walking routes in the world – from epic coastlines and ancient woodlands to rolling hills and serene lakesides.
Whether you’re just seeking a leisurely stroll with the pup or a challenging multi-day hike, Britain’s 150,000km+ of trails, footpaths and bridleways promises a variety of adventures for every type of walking enthusiast. Here are some of our communities favourite British walks.
Walk Shorts Series
Quick reads on short, scenic walks across the country that we love.
Aira Force and Gowbarrow Park Circular
A wonderful 4.5-mile loop packed with variety — from sweeping views over Ullswater and…
The Loch an Eilein Walk: A Gentle Woodland Loop with Castle Ruins
An easy route wandering through the thick Caledonian pine forests of the Rothiemurchus estate,…
St Cuthbert’s Cave Circular Walk
A rewarding 1.5-hour circular walk that combines Northumberland’s intriguing religious history, some striking geological…
The Linhope Spout Waterfall Walk
A pretty yet fairly unremarkable out-and-back walk of around 1.5 hours, mostly along a…
All Feature Walking Articles:
- “Yma o hyd!”: Three Days on the Snowdonia Way from Machynlleth to Beddgelert
- Whisky, Rain & Wild Mushrooms on the West Highland Way
- A Walk & Wild Swim on The Old Man of Coniston Horseshoe Circular
- Norfolk Coastal Path: The ‘Ups and Downs’ of a Long Flat Walk
- Stainforth Force to Settle: A Lovely Leisurely Riverside Walk
- The Wainstones Circular Walk Shows off the Best of the North York Moors
- A Guide to ‘Munro Bagging’: Scotland’s Epic Challenge
- 8 Best Walks in the North Yorkshire Moors National Park
- A Self-Guided Historic Walking Tour of Knaresborough
- The Cadair Idris Walk: One of Snowdonia’s Most Striking Mountain Ascents
- The Best Multi Day Hikes in Yorkshire
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