{"id":1618,"date":"2023-10-06T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-10-06T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/guides\/the-nations-favourite-places\/"},"modified":"2024-10-02T10:32:12","modified_gmt":"2024-10-02T10:32:12","slug":"the-nations-favourite-places","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/guides\/the-nations-favourite-places\/","title":{"rendered":"The nation&#8217;s favourite places"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\t\t<header id=\"block_8e0827d270bd7a7df85ce98d15e3ce29\" class=\"SingleHero skip-lazy default\">\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"container\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"SingleHero__categories\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/activities\/places-to-go\/\" class=\"category\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPlaces to go\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"SingleHero__title\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe nation&#8217;s favourite places\t\t\t\t\t<\/h1>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"row justify-content-center align-items-center SingleHero__author\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-auto name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBy OS Team\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<p class=\"SingleHero__meta\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tPublished on \t\t\t\t\t\t<time datetime=\"2023-10-06T00:00:00+00:00\" itemprop=\"datePublished\">October 6, 2023<\/time>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"dot\"><\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t16 min read\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"SingleHero__thumbnail\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"375\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/favourite-outdoor-places-hero3.2459c66550e35ba20830f8037c980982-1920x375.jpg\" class=\"attachment-hd size-hd wp-post-image\" alt=\"favourite-outdoor-places-hero3.2459c66550e35ba20830f8037c980982\" srcset=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/favourite-outdoor-places-hero3.2459c66550e35ba20830f8037c980982-1920x375.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/favourite-outdoor-places-hero3.2459c66550e35ba20830f8037c980982-300x59.jpg 300w, https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/favourite-outdoor-places-hero3.2459c66550e35ba20830f8037c980982-1024x200.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/favourite-outdoor-places-hero3.2459c66550e35ba20830f8037c980982-768x150.jpg 768w, https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/favourite-outdoor-places-hero3.2459c66550e35ba20830f8037c980982-1536x300.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/favourite-outdoor-places-hero3.2459c66550e35ba20830f8037c980982-2048x400.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/favourite-outdoor-places-hero3.2459c66550e35ba20830f8037c980982-1376x269.jpg 1376w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/header>\n\n\t\n\n\n\t\t<article id=\"block_112789db55c50b443ebc2acfbea32ba6\" class=\"Universal Universal--post c-small default pt-default pb-default mt-none mb-none    \" >\n\t\t\t<div class=\"container\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"InnerBlocks\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"lead\"><\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\n<p>We asked you to share your special place and what it means to you. Discover the nation&#8217;s favourites outdoor spots and visit somewhere new! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"images-with-captions\">\n    <figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/site\/uploads\/images\/2023%20Blog\/precious-outdoor-places-map.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\"><\/figure><div class=\"image-with-caption\">\n        \n        \n        \n        <p><\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Where\u2019s your precious place? Maybe it\u2019s a sunrise spot on your favourite summit or a peaceful park bench in your local town. It might be a place that provides a daily dose of fresh air, or somewhere you\u2019ve enjoyed special holidays. Perhaps a location steeped in precious childhood memories?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Precious places near and far, provide experiences for so many of us and help us make lasting memories outdoors. We asked the nation to tell us about their favourite place to encourage people to find and discover somewhere new.&nbsp;We also asked some of our friends in the outdoor industry to share with us their top places to get outside.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is a snapshot of the nation&#8217;s favourite places! Is yours in there?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Holcombe Hill, Bury<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended by Georgie Eastabrook, Senior Content Executive at GO Outdoors <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"images-with-captions\">\n    <div class=\"image-with-caption\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=53.645112&amp;lon=-2.342265&amp;zoom=13.2689&amp;style=Leisure&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow,noopener noopener\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/site\/uploads\/images\/2023%20Blog\/favourite-outdoor-places-Holcombe_Hill.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Holcombe Hill, Bury\">\n        <\/a>\n        <p>Georgie and her friend up Holcombe Hill<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Holcombe Hill is special to me as it&#8217;s in my hometown, the lovely Ramsbottom, where I have lived all my life. I have walked up the hill countless times and each time it still brings me a wholesome feeling and a sense of accomplishment when I reach the top and take in the beautiful views. I love getting outside to tackle the hill on a Sunday morning and finishing off the walk with a hot chocolate or bite to eat in the centre of Ramsbottom!&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=53.645112&amp;lon=-2.342265&amp;zoom=13.2689&amp;style=Leisure&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Holcombe Hill in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Brant Fell, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended by Lee <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"images-with-captions\">\n    <div class=\"image-with-caption\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=54.357223&amp;lon=-2.909671&amp;zoom=14.7681&amp;style=Standard&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow,noopener noopener\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/site\/uploads\/images\/2023%20Blog\/brant-fell-favourite-outdoor-places.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Brant Fell&nbsp;\">\n        <\/a>\n        <p>Brant Fell <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Fantastic views over lake Windemere as you can see from the photos. There&#8217;s a nice walk to the top starting from the centre of&nbsp;Bowness which can be quite steep in places. On to of Brant Fell you&#8217;re rewarded with some incredible Lake District scenery. Below you&#8217;ll&nbsp;see the town you&#8217;ve just come from and across you&#8217;ll see the&nbsp;surrounding mountains. We use the AR viewfinder in OS Maps to see what&#8217;s on the horizon. This spot is&nbsp;the perfect place for a picnic on a fine day.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=54.357223&amp;lon=-2.909671&amp;zoom=14.7681&amp;style=Standard&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Brant Fell in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cape Wrath, Scotland<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended by Sam Jones, Cycling UK&#8217;s Cape Wrath Custodian<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"images-with-captions\">\n    <div class=\"image-with-caption\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=58.625497&amp;lon=-4.999131&amp;zoom=14.6869&amp;style=Leisure&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow,noopener noopener\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/site\/uploads\/images\/2023%20Blog\/favourite-outdoor-places-cape-wrath.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Cape Wrath\">\n        <\/a>\n        <p>Sam cycle touring in Cape Wrath<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;This rugged, windswept headland is renown for its natural beauty and challenging coastal paths. The most north westerly point on the British mainland, it\u2019s also one of the most inaccessible, and rewarding to reach. If you can make the journey by cycling there, you\u2019re also eligible to join the 74 year-old Cape Wrath Fellowship \u2013 a fellowship set up in celebration of those who revel in reaching the wild places by pedal power. 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A sunrise swim there is like being on another planet, peaceful and perfect. The best place to unwind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=52.03245665125357&amp;lon=1.4525152249379971&amp;zoom=13\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shingle Street in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Venn Ottery Common, East Devon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended by Alex Deakin, Senior Weather Presenter at the Met Office <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"images-with-captions\">\n    <div class=\"image-with-caption\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=50.71826911158922&amp;lon=-3.325386866760283&amp;zoom=15.5188&amp;style=Leisure&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow,noopener noopener\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/site\/uploads\/images\/2023%20Blog\/favourite-outdoor-places-venn-ottery-common.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"&nbsp;Venn Ottery Common\">\n        <\/a>\n        <p>Alex enjoying Venn Ottery Common<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;My precious place is a short walk up a hill across a little stream, it\u2019s always so peaceful. But it\u2019s the views I come for\u2026. the 360 degrees of the whole sky make cloud spotting immense!<br>On different days, I can see weather fronts coming from the southwest or convergence thunderstorms to the north. The Otter Valley frequently harbours mysteriously atmospheric fog and I\u2019ve even seen snow on East Hill Ridge. To the southeast I regularly see the stratus clouds and mist rolling in from the sea. More often than not, it\u2019s just me and the cumulus clouds and it\u2019s wonderful.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=50.71826911158922&amp;lon=-3.325386866760283&amp;zoom=15.5188&amp;style=Leisure&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Venn Ottery Common in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/getoutside39507958bf.blob.core.windows.net\/blobgetoutside39507958bf\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/gift-ideas-for-jikers-1024x576.png\" alt=\"GIFT IDEAS FOR HIKERS\" class=\"wp-image-8967\" srcset=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/gift-ideas-for-jikers-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/gift-ideas-for-jikers-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/gift-ideas-for-jikers-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/gift-ideas-for-jikers.png 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/guides\/gift-ideas-for-hikers\/\">Gift Ideas for Hikers (that they&#8217;ll really love!)<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Seaton Park, Aberdeen <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended by Guy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"images-with-captions\">\n    <div class=\"image-with-caption\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=57.171548&amp;lon=-2.102034&amp;zoom=15.5785&amp;style=Standard&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow,noopener noopener\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/site\/uploads\/images\/2023%20Blog\/seaton-park-favourite-outdoor-places.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Seaton Park, Aberdeen&nbsp;\">\n        <\/a>\n        <p>Seaton Park, Aberdeen <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>My special place is the bloomin&#8217; brilliant Seaton park in sunny Aberdeen. Seaton Park has everything you could want and more from a park including formal and walled gardens, a wetland area, wildflower meadows, a fantastic play space and it even has the beautiful river Don running through it. It&#8217;s also&nbsp;a Local Nature Conservation Site and an important green space for the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=57.171548&amp;lon=-2.102034&amp;zoom=15.5785&amp;style=Standard&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Seaton Park in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Knoll, Puncknowle<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended by Carmen Spiers, Corporate Partnerships Manager at the Ramblers <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"images-with-captions\">\n    <div class=\"image-with-caption\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=50.688222&amp;lon=-2.660003&amp;zoom=16.2026&amp;style=Standard&amp;type=2drrYc52ehXnyUiJE%3D&amp;reserved=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow,noopener noopener\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/site\/uploads\/images\/2023%20Blog\/favourite-outdoor-places-the-knoll.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"The Knoll Dorset&nbsp;\">\n        <\/a>\n        <p>Carmen and The Knoll (credit: Geograph, N Chadwick)<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;My precious place would be The Knoll near Puncknowle in Dorset. My family have camped in the small village for many years and every year we climb up the steep path to The Knoll, an old 17th century coastguard lookout. From this vantage point you get the most fantastic views along the Jurassic Coast from Portland in the east to Golden Cap in the west.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=50.688222&amp;lon=-2.660003&amp;zoom=16.2026&amp;style=Standard&amp;type=2drrYc52ehXnyUiJE%3D&amp;reserved=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Knoll in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marcross, Vale of Glamorgan <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended by Alun<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"images-with-captions\">\n    <div class=\"image-with-caption\">\n        \n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/site\/uploads\/images\/2023%20Blog\/marcross-vale-of-glamorgan-favourite-outdoor-places.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Marcross, Vale of Glamorgan&nbsp;\">\n        \n        <p>Vale of Glamorgan <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Marcross in the&nbsp;Vale of Glamorgan&nbsp;is on the edge of the sea cliffs facing out to the Bristol Channel. There are two lighthouses there and you can hear the mournful sound of a a bell on a buoy out in the seaway.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/?lat=51.401406&amp;lon=-3.557041&amp;zoom=18.0000&amp;style=Standard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Vale of Glamorgan is OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Simonside Hills, Northumberland<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended by Fran Wilson, Digital Marketing Manager at Montane<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"images-with-captions\">\n    <div class=\"image-with-caption\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=55.284994&amp;lon=-1.983873&amp;zoom=12.0632&amp;style=Leisure&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow,noopener noopener\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/site\/uploads\/images\/2023%20Blog\/favourite-outdoor-places-simonside-hills.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Simonside Hills, Northumberland\">\n        <\/a>\n        <p>Simonside Hills, Northumberland<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Simonside is super accessible and there are loads of options to mix up your route. There are always amazing views too, whether it\u2019s dramatic skies, a nice sunset, or deep snow! 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There are caves to explore, cliffs to climb (please be safe and follow local guidance) and if you venture towards the sea dolphins to spot. A special place with special memories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=50.582830&amp;lon=-2.035662&amp;zoom=16.0000&amp;style=Leisure&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Winspit in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dochfour, Invernessshire<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended by Bill<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A friend from university in Edinburgh and I attended a Scout weekend here sailing on Loch Ness and kayaking on the canal. The Saturday night was a beautiful evening, so we went for a walk along the canal. The walk lasted about four hours and we came back holding hands. We were engaged six days later and married twelve weeks later. 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Within my role I\u2019m always looking to find new spots that are suitable for people with disabilities to access. The boating lake has a lot to explore and you can choose to be around the vibrant sounds of the playground or relax in a quiet area feeding the ducks. It\u2019s a very accessible spot with flat wide paths and you can never go wrong by ending the walk with a visit to the caf\u00e9. 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Even in peak season it&#8217;s a fairly quiet spot making it perfect for getting away from the hustle and bustle of some of the more popular parts of Cornwall. And, there&#8217;s lots of benches along the cliff to sit and watch the sunset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=49.961408&amp;lon=-5.213177&amp;zoom=13.2212&amp;style=Standard&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lizard point in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Firemore, Scottish Highlands <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended by Hayley <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"images-with-captions\">\n    <div class=\"image-with-caption\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=57.832843&amp;lon=-5.682560&amp;zoom=15.8084&amp;style=Leisure&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow,noopener noopener\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/site\/uploads\/images\/2023%20Blog\/firemore-scotland-favourite-outdoor-places.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Firemore, Scottish Highlands&nbsp;\">\n        <\/a>\n        <p>Firemore, Scottish Highlands <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Being by the sea instantly makes me feel calm, I am lucky enough to live on the South Coast but Scotland holds a special place in my heart, being home to lots of my family, and has some of the most beautiful beaches! I love this peaceful spot at Firemore Beach near Poolewe, looking out at the Isle of Ewe. This photo was taken during a trip around the Highlands with family, when I was pregnant with my first baby and thinking about future trips with our own little family!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=57.832843&amp;lon=-5.682560&amp;zoom=15.8084&amp;style=Leisure&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Firemore in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ardnave Point, Island of Islay in the The Hebrides<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended by Andrew Denton, CEO at OIA<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"images-with-captions\">\n    <div class=\"image-with-caption\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=55.89145185860997&amp;lon=-6.333298545631294&amp;zoom=14.1&amp;style=Standard&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow,noopener noopener\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/site\/uploads\/images\/2023%20Blog\/favourite-outdoor-places-ardnave-point.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Ardnave Point, Island of Islay\">\n        <\/a>\n        <p>Ardnave Point, Island of Islay<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;We were touring the western islands of Scotland this summer and trying to \u2018wild swim\u2019 every day. Someone recommended Ardnave Point on the north end of Islay &#8211; itself a stunning remote Scottish Island with amazing outdoor opportunities. We drove to the end of a gravel track then got on the mountain bikes. 3km of rough remote riding saw us reach the north end and a stunning white sand beach stretched out before us. Turquoise blue waters shelved gently down and sunning themselves on the rocks, a huge group of seals. As we swam in the (freezing cold!) calm ocean the seals bobbed up and down around us, inquisitive and engaged. 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The site may be accessed for free from the village of Langton Matravers, a great day out for young dinosaur enthusiasts!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=50.602641&amp;lon=-2.020141&amp;zoom=14.0918&amp;style=Leisure&amp;type=2d%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Spyway Footprints in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Langdale Rigg End, North York Moors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended by Jamie<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A quiet and isolated hill, that overlooks the stunning North York Moors National Park. It is flanked by Langdale Forest to the west, with uninterrupted views across Harwood Dale and Fylingdales Moor to the north, with the deep wooded valley of Lang Dale skirting alongside the eastern edge.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=54.339678&amp;lon=-0.572884&amp;zoom=16.7657&amp;style=Standard&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Langdale Rigg End in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Red Pike, High Stile, High Crag Ridge, Cumbria <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended by Mike Park, CEO of Mountain Rescue England and Wales<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"images-with-captions\">\n    <div class=\"image-with-caption\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=50.28776132441527&amp;lon=-5.245497326345157&amp;zoom=0.8&amp;style=Standard&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow,noopener noopener\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/site\/uploads\/images\/2023%20Blog\/favourite-outdoor-places-high-stile-red-pike.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Views to Red Pike, High Stile, High Crag Ridge\">\n        <\/a>\n        <p>Views to Red Pike, High Stile, High Crag Ridge<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;For me this is the best high-level ridge walk in the country, in that it packs so much into what is a comfortable 4-5 hour walk across &#8220;my backyard&#8221;. I usually set off from Buttermere, head across the bottom end (west) of the lake before heading up the path to Bleaberry Tarn. The path (or Yellow Brick Road as it\u2019s known locally) quickly gains you height before taking the balcony along the lip of Bleaberry Tarn Coombe. A gentle walk to the shores of Bleaberry Tarn leads onto the final climb up the Elephant and onto the summit of Red Pike. A quick breather before setting off on the roller coaster 2-mile ridge, calling at the summits of High Stile and High Crag.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Why is this such a precious place for me? Well, it\u2019s a route that just keeps giving&#8230;you are walking on what is probably the highest continuous ridge in the Lakes, looking over at both the picturesque Buttermere valley and the quiet remote Ennerdale Valley, constantly staring at Pillar and Pillar Rock the largest cliff\/rock monolith in the Lakes. Every twist and turn along the ridge leaves you staring down gullies and screes to little visited patches of Lakeland.<br><br>I find this place different every time I walk or run it, a gem in all seasons and all weathers&#8230;..it never fails to put a smile on my face and remind me what life is really all about!&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=50.28776132441527&amp;lon=-5.245497326345157&amp;zoom=0.8&amp;style=Standard&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Red Pike in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">University of Stirling, Scotland<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended by Jennifer <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"images-with-captions\">\n    <div class=\"image-with-caption\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=56.146595&amp;lon=-3.918736&amp;zoom=16.8745&amp;style=Standard&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow,noopener noopener\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/site\/uploads\/images\/2023%20Blog\/university-of-stirling-favourite-outdoor-places.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"University of Stirling, Scotland\">\n        <\/a>\n        <p>University of Stirling, Scotland<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>It is where I got married, sadly I lost my husband to cancer. We had our wedding photos there and I attended the university. 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When visiting Porthtowan, two of these pillars in particular resonate with me; Be Active and Take Notice. I always walk along the coastal path down to the beach and really take in my surroundings. Whether that\u2019s the feeling of fresh sea air, the smell of fish and chips, the sound of the seagulls or watching the waves crash as the sun sets. 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You can easily imagine fairies and sprits dancing about the stones and branches here. A playground for the imagination. Janet\u2019s Foss waterfall is nature showing off! \u2018Look at my power and beauty\u2019. Whether you sit with a sarnie, paddle, bathe or capture each moment through a lens. Janet\u2019s Foss will have you captivated. Rooted with nature. Thank full and at peace. Her spell is extraordinary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=54.065608209756334&amp;lon=-2.136842366712301&amp;zoom=16\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Janet\u2019s Foss in OS Maps  <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Forsythes lock No.6, Newry Canal Towpath, County Down<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended by John<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Forsythes disused lock and ruins of a lock-house is located on Newry Canal Towpath the walk past this location between Newry and Portadown is mystical and beautiful in all seasons<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=54.215930&amp;lon=-6.354290&amp;zoom=14.4376&amp;style=Leisure&amp;type=2d%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Forsythes lock in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Croyde Bay, Devon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended by Mike Oakey, Chief Marketing Officer, Holidaycottages.co.uk<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"images-with-captions\">\n    <div class=\"image-with-caption\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=51.132486&amp;lon=-4.237705&amp;zoom=18.0000&amp;style=Standard&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow,noopener noopener\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/site\/uploads\/images\/2023%20Blog\/favourite-outdoor-places-croyde-bay.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Croyde Bay, Devon\">\n        <\/a>\n        <p>Croyde Bay, Devon<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;With its blend of lively energy and natural beauty, Croyde in Devon is my precious place.&nbsp;I&#8217;ve recently stated working in Devon having spent years living in and around London and this stunning coastal town has left a huge impression. In summer, Croyde has the bustling environment I&#8217;m used to, so I feel at home, yet it&#8217;s still a truly beautiful place.&nbsp;While some may find the summer crowds overwhelming, I&#8217;m drawn to the lively atmosphere. With both the energy and the stunning landscapes. Croyde, has quickly become my precious place!&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=51.132486&amp;lon=-4.237705&amp;zoom=18.0000&amp;style=Standard&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Croyde Bay in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Floodplain Forest Nature Reserve, Milton Keynes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended by Lutin<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Floodplain Forest Nature Reserve is a beautiful site with various fascinating wildlife, history and architecture. 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Follow a footpath to Harty through a nature reserve with Hen and Marsh Harriers, then head for the pub.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=51.379222014561236&amp;lon=0.944858984038973&amp;zoom=14.6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Isle of Sheppey in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">St Martha&#8217;s Hill, Surrey<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended by Mike Seaman, CEO at Racoon Events<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"images-with-captions\">\n    <div class=\"image-with-caption\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=51.224723&amp;lon=-0.529367&amp;zoom=16.3315&amp;style=Standard&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow,noopener noopener\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/site\/uploads\/images\/2023%20Blog\/favourite-outdoor-places-st-marthas-hill.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"St Martha's Hill, Surrey\">\n        <\/a>\n        <p>St Martha&#8217;s Hill, Surrey<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Just two miles away from our office we can be stood on top of Martha\u2019s Hill, looking at a an incredible view across eight southern counties! The trails around Martha\u2019s are stunning and it is amazing how quickly you can be out of the town centre and immersed in nature. From our headquarters at Raccoon, there is a reasonably challenging 10k route that covers St Martha\u2019s and also Pewley Down nearby \u2013 we run it a lot and some of the best ideas for our events have been conceived on those trails.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=51.224723&amp;lon=-0.529367&amp;zoom=16.3315&amp;style=Standard&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">St Martha&#8217;s Hill, Surrey <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Farley Heath Roman Temple, Surrey <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended by Paul<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Only 30 or so miles from Charing Cross this is a genuinely isolated spot. Precious heathland habitat with wonderful walks, churring Nightjars and this ancient site has a special atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=51.194130719477755&amp;lon=-0.49599657799913643&amp;zoom=13.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Farley Heath Roman Temple in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Valley of Rocks, Exmoor <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended by Dan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"images-with-captions\">\n    <div class=\"image-with-caption\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=51.23351689887747&amp;lon=-3.85427214882651&amp;zoom=16.21668237792933\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow,noopener noopener\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/site\/uploads\/images\/2023%20Blog\/valley-of-rocks-favourite-outdoor-places.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Valley of Rocks, Exmoor&nbsp;\">\n        <\/a>\n        <p>Valley of Rocks, Exmoor <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Stunning scenery where the moors of Exmoor meet the sea. And also where I got engaged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=51.23351689887747&amp;lon=-3.85427214882651&amp;zoom=16.21668237792933\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Valley of Rocks in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Waterford Marsh, Hertford <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended by Peter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Waterford Marsh is a great place to see Hertfordshire&#8217;s River Beane at its best: one of only around 200 chalk rivers in the world, with a public footpath running beside it. Watch out for the Kingfisher!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=51.815371&amp;lon=-0.095168&amp;zoom=14.7992&amp;style=Standard&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Waterford Marsh in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dulverton, Somerset <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended by Paul<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"images-with-captions\">\n    <div class=\"image-with-caption\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=51.039799&amp;lon=-3.550841&amp;zoom=15.4270&amp;style=Standard&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow,noopener noopener\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/site\/uploads\/images\/2023%20Blog\/dulverton-favourite-outdoor-places.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Dulverton, Somerset&nbsp;\">\n        <\/a>\n        <p>Dulverton, Somerset <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Dulverton is a friendly small town on the edge of Exmoor National Park which has a delightful selection of independent shops and eating\/drinking places. I have been visiting it for over 40 years and it barely changes &#8211; which I think is a good thing. It has had its ups and downs but it&#8217;s definitely up at the moment!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=51.039799&amp;lon=-3.550841&amp;zoom=15.4270&amp;style=Standard&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dulverton in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">White Nancy Monument, Cheshire<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended by John<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"images-with-captions\">\n    <div class=\"image-with-caption\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=53.290945&amp;lon=-2.092389&amp;zoom=16.0000&amp;style=Standard&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow,noopener noopener\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/site\/uploads\/images\/2023%20Blog\/white-nancy-monument-favourite-outdoor-places.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"White Nancy Monument\">\n        <\/a>\n        <p>White Nancy Monument<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>White Nancy Monument standing out clearly &#8211; this circa 18 foot high white painted Grade 2 listed landmark is visible for miles around. It&#8217;s precious to me because it presides over my small home town of Bollington, Also, its a great viewing point on the Gritstone Trail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=53.290945&amp;lon=-2.092389&amp;zoom=16.0000&amp;style=Standard&amp;type=2d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">White Nancy Monument in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Widford Hill Trig Point, Orkney <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommended by Rebecca<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is where my now Fianc\u00e9 proposed last year. The weather was grim, our dog was attempting to knock me off the trig point but it was the best day ever!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-buttons\">\n    <a class=\"btn second map\" href=\"https:\/\/explore.osmaps.com\/pin?lat=58.98762817046861&amp;lon=-3.025479272845473&amp;zoom=14.631925816282127\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Widford Hill Trig Point in OS Maps <i class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>More than ever, we can\u2019t assume that the places we find precious will be here for generations to come. We all have a responsibility to look after our outdoor spaces and follow the <a href=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/guides\/countryside-code\/\">countryside code<\/a>. It\u2019s as simple as leaving nothing but footprints, taking nothing but memories and respecting the people, plants and animals who occupy the space too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may also find our handy guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/guides\/hiking-for-beginners-a-complete-guide\/\">hiking for beginners<\/a> useful, lots of top tips on navigation and staying safe when in the uplands and as the nights are closing in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/guides\/hiking-for-beginners-a-complete-guide\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/getoutside39507958bf.blob.core.windows.net\/blobgetoutside39507958bf\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/copy-of-the-beginners-guide-to-hiking-1000-x-300-px.png\" alt=\"beginners guide to hiking\" class=\"wp-image-6087\" srcset=\"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/copy-of-the-beginners-guide-to-hiking-1000-x-300-px.png 1000w, https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/copy-of-the-beginners-guide-to-hiking-1000-x-300-px-300x90.png 300w, https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/copy-of-the-beginners-guide-to-hiking-1000-x-300-px-768x230.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><br><br>We hope this gives you\u2019re a taster of some of the best places to get outside across the UK!<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"MetaShare\">\n\n\t\t\t<button id=\"likeButton\" data-nonce=\"c7bf531dd3\" data-postid=\"1618\" class=\"Button Button--default Button--icon likeButton\"><span class=\"likeButtonText\">Like this guide<\/span><svg width=\"21\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 21 20\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M10.4947 3.09742C8.5448 1.39335 5.66108 1.04464 3.42166 2.95804C0.999337 5.02773 0.647396 8.5134 2.56291 10.9783C3.29002 11.9139 4.70917 13.3196 6.07302 14.6069C7.45283 15.9092 8.82946 17.1399 9.50834 17.7411C9.51258 17.7449 9.51691 17.7487 9.5213 17.7526C9.58512 17.8092 9.66457 17.8796 9.74074 17.937C9.83194 18.0057 9.96286 18.0909 10.1377 18.1431C10.3701 18.2124 10.62 18.2124 10.8524 18.1431C11.0272 18.0909 11.1581 18.0057 11.2493 17.937C11.3255 17.8796 11.405 17.8092 11.4688 17.7526C11.4732 17.7487 11.4775 17.7449 11.4817 17.7411C12.1606 17.1399 13.5373 15.9092 14.9171 14.6069C16.2809 13.3196 17.7001 11.9139 18.4272 10.9783C20.3353 8.52288 20.0377 5.01032 17.5597 2.95074C15.2954 1.06872 12.4424 1.3927 10.4947 3.09742Z\" fill=\"#186571\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<\/button>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"row justify-content-center MetaShareSocial\" aria-label=\"Share\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-auto\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"X\" class=\"Button Button--default MetaShareSocial__button MetaShareSocial__button--x\" id=\"share-twitter\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g transform=\"translate(-173 238)\"><path d=\"M18.9.75h3.68l-8.04,9.213L24,22.5H16.594l-5.8-7.6L4.156,22.5H.474l8.6-9.854L0,.75H7.594L12.837,7.7ZM17.61,20.291h2.039L6.486,2.843H4.3Z\" transform=\"translate(173 -237.625)\" fill=\"currentColor\"\/><\/g><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-auto\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"facebook\"  class=\"Button Button--default MetaShareSocial__button MetaShareSocial__button--f\" id=\"share-facebook\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g transform=\"translate(-89 238)\"><path d=\"M14.186,24V13.2h3.279L18,8.4H14.186V6.062c0-1.236.032-2.462,1.759-2.462h1.749V.168A19.34,19.34,0,0,0,14.671,0C11.5,0,9.508,1.989,9.508,5.64V8.4H6v4.8H9.508V24Z\" transform=\"translate(89 -238)\" fill=\"currentColor\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"\/><\/g><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<div id=\"likeCount\" class=\"likeCount\">Liked by <span id=\"likeCountValue\">0<\/span> users<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<hr class=\"MetaShare__hr\" \/>\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"MetaShareAuthor\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"MetaShareAuthor__name\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBy OS Team\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/article>\n\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We asked the nation to share their favourite place and what it means to them. 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