Thinking about the National Three Peaks Challenge? Start here
If Princess Catherine has inspired you to try the National Three Peaks Challenge - here's everything you need to know about it
What is the King Charles III England Coast Path?
A complete guide to the new King Charles III English Coast Path - including 10 highlighted coastal routes to walk
Pint Sized Walks
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.
My Journey to Independent Rock Climbing
My journey from a total beginner to independent rock climbing and how you can do it too, by Rosie James
235 Years of Mapping Britain and Why We Barely Notice It
Discover how Ordnance Survey maps shaped Britain’s love of walking and cycling, and why 235 years of mapping now feels almost invisible.
The Canine Code: How Dog Walkers can Help Protect Wildlife
Have you heard of the Canine Code? If you're a dog walker it's something you should remember when walking in nature.
Get Real
Your route back to reality The Official Ordnance Survey App GET REAL The algorithm’s got us good. Same apps. Same doomscroll. Same sofa. We’re stuck in these weird little curated boxes, barely noticing how disconnected we’ve become. Welcome to the Reality Check The breakout starts here. Send your mates an OS Maps route. Close your […]
The origins of British road names
Ever wondered where British road names come from, or the difference between a 'road' and a 'street'?