Explore new places in your local area, adventure in the UK’s National Parks, or enjoy a coastal getaway with Ordnance Survey, your essential travel companion.
Known for our iconic paper maps, walking guide books, and award-winning OS Maps App, we provide inspiration for your next UK adventure here at Get Outside. From the Shetland Isles to the South West Coast Path, you’ll find plenty of ideas for your next outdoor adventure in the UK.
British National Parks
Our UK National Parks exist to enable everyone to enjoy getting outside into unspoilt nature and to preserve the stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife for future generations.
Choose a National Park from the list below or use the interactive map to start planning a National Park adventure.
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Best Stargazing Spots in and Around London
Find the best places to see the night sky in reach of London. Discover the best opportunities for stargazing near London in this OS Maps guide.
Public Rights of Way Explained: Footpaths, Bridleways and Access Land
Learn what public rights of way are, where you can legally walk, cycle and ride, how to find public footpaths and bridleways, and what to do if a route is blocked.
Best Places for Stargazing in Wales
See the best spots for stargazing in Wales, including Eryri and Bannau Brycheiniog, in this OS guide. Find the best routes to see the Wales night sky here.
Circular Lake Walks in Wales
Explore our collection of circular lake walks in Wales, from Eryri to Bannau Brycheiniog, Wales has over 100 lakes to explore.
If Horror Movie Characters Used OS Maps, They’d Probably Still Be Alive
Horror movie characters are famous for bad decisions. This Halloween, we’re exploring the navigation mistakes that might have been avoided with the OS Maps app.
How Long Will a Walk Take? Understanding Naismith’s Rule and Scarf’s Method
From Naismith’s Rule to Scarf’s Method, learn how walking time calculations work and how to estimate the time a hike will take
The Best Hikes to See the Northern Lights In the UK
Explore the best night-hikes to maximise your chances of catching the aurora borealis in the UK. Find suggested walking routes in this OS guide.
Best Places in England to Stargaze
Despite light pollution in big cities, there are some fantastic opportunities for stargazing in England. See OS Maps’ top stargazing spots in England here.
Britain’s Best Autumn Walks
Discover the best autumn walks across Great Britain, with colourful woodland trails and scenic countryside views.
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