Get Inspired to Get Outside

Unlock the Outdoors: Expert Tips and Inspiring Stories to Fuel Your Adventures

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Get to the Gym v Get Outside

December 10, 2024
2 min read

Why you should bin the gym and get outside instead if you want to boost your mental and physical wellbeing this winter

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No Excuses: Practical TIPS for Exercising in Winter

December 3, 2024
7 min read

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

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OS Test The Best Lightweight Head Torch – Silva Smini & Smini Fly

October 30, 2024
24 min read

Our intrepid OS Champions review the NEW Smini Headtorch and Smini Fly Headtorch – take a look at their in depth reviews

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Horror Film Locations in the UK

October 23, 2024
8 min read

UK Horror Film Locations: With Halloween around the corner, why not explore some routes passing real-life locations from iconic horror films using Ordnance Survey’s OS Maps?

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Beginners guide to choosing a GPS device

June 26, 2024
17 min read

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.

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Tour of Britain Cycling Challenges

June 5, 2024
4 min read

Lloyds Bank Tour of Britain Women is in June. OS and British Cycling have picked out four Mountain climbs for you and your friends to challenge yourselves.

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Learn to cycle

September 22, 2023
4 min read

Cycling is brilliant for all ages – it’s fun, great physical exercise and provides an opportunity for family adventures outside. This useful learn to cycle guide will help you teach someone to ride for the first time.

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Timmy Mallett cycles Britain

August 22, 2023
1 min read

Explore this interactive map of Timmy Mallett’s cycle ride around Britain. See the paintings he’s done on route to showcase his love for Britain’s coastline.

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How to get into triathlon

August 8, 2023
8 min read

OS Champion Sam Taylor-Frost is part of the GB Triathlon Team. She completed her first triathlon without being super fit or spending a lot of money on kit and you can do the same. Find out how to get into triathlon and give this multi-sport event a go.