Expert Outdoor Guides from Ordnance Survey

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

Outdoor Guides and Ideas for Exploring Great Britain

Discover expert outdoor guides covering walking, cycling, wild swimming, outdoor skills, navigation, wildlife, wellbeing, National Parks and great places to explore across Britain. Whether you’re planning your first hike, learning map-reading skills or looking for seasonal inspiration, you’ll find practical advice and ideas to help you get outside.

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The Gritstone Trail

August 28, 2024
6 min read

OS Champion and runner Emily Thompson puts the new Suunto Race S to the test on the Gritstone Trail.

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Exploring Eryri: My 3-Day Solo Adventure with the Suunto Race S Watch

August 28, 2024
5 min read

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.

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Yorkshire Three Peaks Guide Book

August 23, 2024
5 min read

Yorkshire Three Peaks Guide Book – 15 great walks in and around the iconic peaks of Pen-Y-Ghent, Ingleborough and Whernside

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Kinder Scout Walks – Expert Route Guides

August 23, 2024
6 min read

Kinder Scout – discover 15 great routes up this iconic Peak District mountain. Meet Sarah Lister, author of this must have guide to Kinder Scout.

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Top Trigs – What’s Your Favourite Trig Point in the UK?

August 16, 2024
2 min read

What’s Your Favourite Trig Point? Our OS Champions have been sharing their Top Trigs, which is yours and why send in a pic of your favourite Trig!

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Embracing Eco-Adventure: Sustainable Outdoor Pursuits in the UK

August 14, 2024
4 min read

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.

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Best self-guided day walks for holidays in the UK

August 14, 2024
10 min read

The YHA showcase 10 of the best self-guided walks from YHA Hostels, perfect for holidays in the UK. Each circular walk makes a great day out.

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Lake District Paddle Boarding: 15 great spots to launch

August 13, 2024
13 min read

Lake District Paddle Boarding – Where to launch a paddle board in the lake district. Expert paddler Jo Moseley shares 20 great spots to launch a paddle board in the Lake District

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Stunning Sunrise Views in Yorkshire

August 1, 2024
3 min read

Yorkshire’s best sunrise views and dawn adventures, recommended by Ordnance Survey and Taylors of Harrogate.