Welcome to Pint Sized Walks

Discover great walks, great company, and a well-earned pint at the end.

We’ve teamed up with Thatchers Cider to bring you Pint Sized Walks a curated collection of scenic routes across the UK, designed to help you get outdoors, explore somewhere new, and finish at a pub serving Thatchers cider.

From coastal ambles and countryside escapes to relaxed city strolls and hidden local gems, each route is carefully chosen to be achievable, sociable, and rewarding perfect for making the most of your time outside.

At Thatchers, enjoying the outdoors has always been part of their story. From their family farm in Somerset, they’ve spent over 120 years crafting cider inspired by the surrounding countryside — best enjoyed, they believe, after a great walk with good company.

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Below you’ll find four featured routes and pub stops to get you started  each one a perfect introduction to Pint Sized Walks.

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Launch OS Maps now to explore all Thatchers Pint Sized Walks routes – here are 4 of our favourites.

The Railway Inn – Sandford

9. The Railway Inn - Sandford

Starting and finishing at The Railway Inn, this Pint Sized Walk takes you through the heart of Somerset cider country – and the home of Thatchers. 

Follow peaceful paths through orchards, fields and the countryside that has shaped the Thatcher family’s craft for generations. With rows of apple trees, big Somerset skies and plenty of space to slow down, it’s a chance to enjoy the landscape that inspires every drop of Thatchers cider. 

The Buttermere Court Hotel – Buttermere  

Starting and finishing at The Buttermere Court Hotel, this lakeside walk takes in some of the Lake District’s most breathtaking scenery. 

Follow the shoreline of Buttermere as towering fells, peaceful waters and ever-changing views unfold around you. With gentle paths, dramatic mountain backdrops and plenty of spots to stop and take it all in, it’s a walk that feels special from start to finish.

The Ship Inn – Elie

16. The Ship Inn - Elie

Starting and finishing at The Ship Inn, this coastal walk is the perfect way to enjoy the fresh air and beautiful scenery of the Fife coast. 

Follow a mix of coastal paths and peaceful countryside tracks, with sweeping sea views, big skies and plenty of opportunities to slow down and take it all in. From rugged shoreline stretches to quieter inland sections, the changing landscape keeps every step interesting.

The Bishops – St David

2. The Bishops - St Davids

Starting and finishing at The Bishops, this relaxed walk packs plenty of Pembrokeshire charm into just a few miles. 

Wander through the heart of St Davids, passing its stunning cathedral and the ruins of the Bishop’s Palace, before following paths that pass cities linked to St David himself. Along the way, you’ll discover centuries of history, beautiful countryside and a stretch of coastline that’s perfect for stopping and taking in the view.