Wellbeing
Find a balance for the mind in the outdoors
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!
21 Days To Form a Habit
It takes 21 days to form a habit. Ordnance Survey's very own Liz Beverley had fallen out of love with running but want to get back into it. Motivation and a nudge in the right direction was all she needed to make it part of her routine. Create a habit in 21 days with a free pfd included.
How To Set Achievable New Years Resolutions
Are you thinking about some New Year Resolutions? Emma Cusworth shares her advice in setting SMART objectives to help keep you on track with your goals for the new year.
Embracing Mindfulness in Nature During Winter
Learn how to practice mindfulness in nature and the benefits it will have on your mental wellbeing
How to become a Winter Weekend Warrior!
Having some winter treats in your calendar can really help to lift your mood. Make a decision today to become a Winter Weekend Warrior and banish the winter blues!
No Excuses: Practical TIPS for Exercising in Winter
Are you full of excuses when it comes to getting outside in winter? Read our list of top winter exercising tips to keep safe and get energised this winter
The Proven Health Benefits of Getting Outside in Winter
Don't let winter get you down! Get Outside and start reaping the proven mental and physical benefits of spending just 2 hours a week in nature
Monday’s are for Mountains – meet Solo Hiker Claire Edwards
A Life More Adventurous: meet Claire Edwards, a solo hiker who shares her story and some great advice and routes for anyone wanting to go it alone in the mountains
Let’s celebrate hills and mountains named after boobs!
Hills named after Boobs! A list of hills and mountains in the British Isles that are named after or shaped like breasts...
Ramblers wellbeing walks
Discover Ramblers Wellbeing Walks; over 50,000 walks taking place all over the country to help improve the nations health and happiness. Here are some of the best Wellbeing Walks for you to join or try in your own time.
The benefits of cold water swimming
We share all the MANY benefits of cold water swimming. Experts tell us why this activity has hooked people across the nation and offer advice for those wanting to give it ago.
Solo adventures
A lack of confidence, the thought of planning or a fear about what may happen, stops many of us from venturing out alone. OS Champion Alex Staniforth explores the benefits of solo adventures and offers his advice on how you can plan your own.
Look after your mental health this season
For many, the colder seasons mean crisp mornings, warm drinks and snuggling by the fire. But for others, the shorter days signal a downturn in mood and energy leaving us feeling sad and sluggish. Eli Bishop offers some top tips to help you look after your mental health this winter.
Buddy up and get outside
Arranging to meet others outside will help you stay active and make time outdoors more enjoyable. We take a look at how joining a club, a group or a team will keep you happy and healthy throughout the year.
GetOutside for World Mental Health Day
The outdoors can have positive benefits to not only your physical health, but also your mental health. Find out more about how you can decrease stress and improve your wellbeing by trying some of these simple activities.
Be kind to yourself
Just as we need to take care of the environment and each other, we shouldn't forget ourselves. Fresh air is good for our wellbeing and will give you a new lease of life. Here are ideas to help you get outside and enjoy a little 'me time' this National GetOutside Day. See you on Sunday 26 September!
How nature improves our mental health
Holly Barber from Eco Monkey takes a look at some of the lesser-known ways in which spending time outside in nature can improve our mental health.
Be kind to others
Lend a helping hand to someone this National GetOutside Day, encourage them to join in the fun and be considerate to others while you're out and about. Here are some ideas on how to get outside with/for others. See you outside on Sunday 26 September 2021!
Step outside for your mental health
We caught up with some of our OS Champions to chat about their experiences with mental health and how getting outside, talking to someone, and connecting with nature can make all the difference and improve your wellbeing.
Sensory walks
We’ve teamed up with the national charity Sense to support their work on a programme of sensory walks. Find out how you can better connect with nature and get the most from your next walk.
5 top tips for healthy ageing
GetOutside Champion, Glyn Dodwell let's us in on his secret behind healthy ageing and why it's so important.
Join the getoutside challenge!
Getting outside every day during winters will do wonders for our physical and mental wellbeing. Wrap up warm and explore from your doorstep with these ideas from the free GetOutside Challenge Calendar.
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.