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AA Walks: Golden Beaches and Cliffs at Porthcurno

ITV’s Cornwall and Devon walks

January 6, 2021
5 min read

Cornwall and Devon form the far south-west part of Britain and are a haven for locals and holidaymakers alike. Dramatic coastline plus wild moorlands, hills and valleys make it the perfect place to explore on foot or by bike.

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Walks to keep your feet dry

January 5, 2021
10 min read

During wetter months there may be a fair bit of mud on the trails, which can turn a leisurely stroll into a slippery mud bath. Some routes do remain relatively mess-free – you just have to know where to go! Our OS GetOutside Champions share their tried and tested walks to keep your feet dry.

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10 best UK hill walks for beginners

January 3, 2021
7 min read

Despite a reputation for rainy weather and small mountains, the UK is an excellent place for hill walking. It has many National Parks and protected areas where nature is preserved and worth a visit. So here’s 10 of the best UK hill walks for beginners to take in the beautiful landscapes.

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Five of the spookiest uk & ireland walks

October 25, 2020
4 min read

Give yourself an authentic fright night experience with these walks around the spookiest places in the UK!

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How to find easy walking and cycling routes

October 15, 2020
3 min read

If you prefer traffic-free cycling routes, need a footpath that’s stile-free so you can walk with a pram or are looking for a route suitable for a wheelchair, former railway lines can be the ideal solution.

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10 best sunset views

October 14, 2020
10 min read

We spoke to our OS GetOutside Champions about their favourite places in Britain to watch sunset. It was hard to choose a favourite so here’s ten of the best sunset views with details on how to get there.

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Brecon Beacons (Bannau Brycheiniog): multi-day hike

July 15, 2020
4 min read

Long distance walking is more popular than ever in the UK. OS Champion Phillipa Cherryson heads out on a two day hike to explore some of our amazing countryside.

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What is a GPX file?

July 1, 2020
5 min read

In any discussion of routes, navigation or GPS devices, you have probably seen people mentioning ‘GPX files’. GPX is shorthand for GPS eXchange Format and is a type of file that’s really helpful to anyone who loves the outdoors, plus it’s the most popular way of saving and exchanging routes.

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Walking the norfolk coast path

January 20, 2020
13 min read

John is registered blind. Along with his sight guide Lauren, they are on a mission show the world that blind or disabled people can do great stuff outside too.