Explore the UK with Ordnance Survey

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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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Becks Gillmore

January 31, 2025

Meet Becks Gillmore, a marine biologist and conservationist, who has dedicated her life to understanding and protecting our precious aquatic ecosystems.

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view of Ogwen valley beginner hikes in snowdonia eryri

Best Beginner Hikes in Eryri (Snowdonia)

January 6, 2025
9 min read

Beginner hikes in Eryri! Hilary Pullen, North Walian and Editor of OS Maps Discover has picked some great beginner hikes to try in Snowdonia!

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waterfall walks north wales

Exploring Waterfalls with the Suunto Race S

November 26, 2024
5 min read

Lisa explores a beautiful waterfall route in North Wales while reviewing the new Suunto Race S GPS watch.

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Runswick Bay - Charlotte Graham Photography 

8 Beautiful Places to Paddleboard in England, Scotland and Wales

November 13, 2024
9 min read

8 Beautiful Places to Paddleboard in the UK! We share beautiful locations hand picked by SUP Expert Jo Moseley with top launch and safety tips

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Carys Rees MR

Carys Rees

November 8, 2024

Meet Carys, a Mountain Rescue team member and big fan of wild camping in Bannau Brycheiniog

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Conwy Circular Walks

Conwy Circular Paths from the Wales Coast Path

October 23, 2024
8 min read

Conwy Circular Routes – Along this stretch of the Wales Coast Path, you’ll have the opportunity to visit the smallest church in Wales, marvel at the World Heritage Site of Conwy Castle.

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Denbighshire Circular Walks on the Wales Coast Path

October 22, 2024
6 min read

Denbighshire Circular Routes from the Wales Coast Path. Denbighshire may be the shortest section of the path but these circulars are packed with interest

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Glyndwr's Way National Trail Short Machynlleth Circuit aerial view

Glyndwr’s Way Circular Walks

October 22, 2024
3 min read

Glyndŵr’s Way is a 135-mile (217 km) long National Trail that meanders through the stunning landscapes of mid-Wales. From historic towns and open moorland to rolling farmland and enchanting woodlands, this trail is perfect for all nature lovers.

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Offas Dyke - Prestatyn Hillside

Circular Routes from the Offa’s Dyke Path by Rail

October 11, 2024
4 min read

Rail2Trail: Offa’s Dyke Circular Walking Routes Accessible by Rail – we have a collection of 7 great short circular walks from Chepstow to Prestatyn!

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