Walking, trail running and cycling routes in Snowdonia, Wales and Great Britain
This walk is a gentle stroll around Llyn Dinas, one of the most beautiful and accessible small lakes of Eryri. If you want a longer walk, then you can follow the Lon Gwynant from Beddgelert instead, and perhaps extend the walk to visit Llyn Gwynant too. There’s a wonderful cafe in Nant Gwynant – Caffi …
There are few valleys in the Lake District that offer easy walking as scenic as Great Langdale, and its compact sibling; Little Langdale. This circular walk brings in the best lower level walking offered by both Great and Little Langdales. One feature of this walk is the visibility of the Langdale Pikes, which seem to …
The Lawley is a beautiful hill that lies North East of the more trodden and popular Long Mynd range in the Shropshire Hills AONB (Area of Outstaning Natural Beauty). Its sleek and beautiful crested shape can be fully appreciated from its neighbouring hill Caer Caradoc, a smooth spined and long peak that although fairly small, …
The small village of Buttermere, sandwiched between the famed lakes of Crummock Water and Buttermere (lake), has an irresistible quality that has drawn visitors since the beginning of tourism in the Lake District.. The lake and village are surrounded by fine fells, notably the craggy and dramatic High Stile range to the south-west, and Fleetwith …
While tiny in comparison to nearly all of the Lakeland fells, Castle Crag is far too good to overlook. It is the epitome of a ‘Wainwright’ – a fell chosen not by metrics but by the enjoyment it gives to the walker. The ‘mountain’ is so small in fact that it is one of only …
While tiny in comparison to many of the Lakeland fells, Castle Crag is far too good to overlook. It is a prime example of a ‘Wainwright’ – a fell chosen not by metrics but by the enjoyment it gives to the walker. The ‘mountain’ is so small in fact that it is one of only …
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No Yorkshire Dales list would be worth its salt without including one of the most famous and popular walks in the country, the Yorkshire Three Peaks. Traditionally done as a challenge walk (the aim is to complete the 40km distance in under 12 hours), the three peaks route traverses three of the Dales’ best hills …
This walk includes a visit to two hill forts, Cissbury Ring and Chanctonbury Ring, providing much interest for the history buff. For everyone else, there are views aplenty as the route follows ancient ridgeways and like most walks in the national park, the South Downs Way. From Finbury, the route climbs quickly up to our …
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This walk up Beachy Head starts from just outside Eastbourne, and follows the South Downs Way for most of the section towards Birling Gap before heading inland to the village of East Dean and a return to the start. In the near future, this will also be part of the official England Coast Path, which …
The Sussex Heritage Coast is located at the eastern end of the South Downs National Park and is primarily known for the landmarks of the Seven Sisters and Beachy Head. This stunning section of coastline is also the final section of the South Downs Way and will be one of the jewels of the England …
At over 1.5km long, the Devil’s Dyke is the longest, deepest and widest dry valley in the UK. In the Iron Age there was a hill fort here, taking advantage of the naturally defendible position. In the Victorian Era, it was even more popular, being served by its own railway line as far as Devil’s …
At 248 metres high, Ditchling Beacon is the highest point in East Sussex and the third highest in the South Downs National Park after Black Down and Butser Hill. Located just to the north of Brighton, its popular with locals and not surprisingly, it is a busy hill to visit. Ditchling Beacon used to be …
Like all of the Sutherland mountains, Foinaven rises from low lying flat and boggy terrain and although it is not quite a Munro, it certainly feels like one. This route visits its two highest summits, Ceann Garbh and Ganu Mor, a Corbett Top and Corbett respectively. You can easily add on the summit of A’Che’ir …
The town of Settle forms the start of this walk along the Ribble valley and Attermire scar, which is dotted with interest along its entire length. It’s a great place to escape the crowds of the neighbouring Gordale and Malham. There are a handful of waterfalls along the length of this walk, all of which …
Catbells is the perfect introduction to the Lake District. The route is simple to navigate and after a short climb to the summit, walkers are rewarded with wonderful panoramic views of Derwent Water and the Northern Fells. The walk is very popular and there aren’t many occasions to avoid the crowds. Parking is limited but …
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The Wrekin is situated on the eatern side of Shropshire along the border to Telford & Wrekin, although a small hill at just 407m it is popular with locals, walkers and tourists due to its prominance on the landscape. On top of the hill stands the Wrekin transmitting station topped by a flashing beacon that …
If you’re looking for a half day’s walk from Betws-y-coed that’s not too difficult, then a walk up to Llyn Elsi returning via Sarn Helen, the Miner’s Bridge and the Afon Llugwy is one of your best options. An easier option is the Llyn Elsi Way Marked Trail, which this walk follows to some degree. …
Betws-y-coed is one of the most popular villages in Snowdonia. While many may be there to wander the shops (despite being kitted up to the nines for an outdoor adventure) there are plenty of walking opportunities for those who are looking to get proper use from their outdoor gear. The walk up to Llyn Elsi …
One of the Torridon ‘Big Three’, Beinn Alligin is a classic round and includes the Munros of Tom na Gruagaich and Sgurr Mhor. Walk up Beinn Alligin Route Description Park in the large car park approximately 3km to the west of Torridon village Cross the road and take the path on the west (left hand) …
At 776m Glas Bheinn achieves Corbett status and proudly faces its better known neighbour Quinag to the west. There are two routes up Glas Bheinn. The first is a long and arduous slog from Inchnadamph at the head of Loch Assynt. The second is this one; a short and steep initial ascent followed by a …
Brown Clee is likley the highest Shropshire hill you’ve never heard of, whilst more poular hills/ranges exist in this area of outstanding natural beauty (AONB), this walk is a great day out for ramblers and families alike, taking in moreland scrub, woodland, an idealic country estate and exceptional views across Shropshire & beyond (on a …
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The Stiperstones are a distinctive hill in Shropshire’s Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Formed some 480 million years ago, during the last ice age the summit stood out above the glaciers and was subject to constant freezing and thawing which shattered the quartzite into a mass of jumbled scree surrounding several residual rocky tors. This area is easily accessible, …
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Buckden Pike is one of the highest peaks in the Yorkshire Dales, standing some 702m above sea level. It misses out on being the highest fell in the local area by just 2m with Great Whernside measuring up at 704m but don’t let that deter you, Buckden Pike has a far superior climb and superb …
Aside from the Yorkshire Three Peaks, this circuit is probably the most popular walk in the Yorkshire Dales and rightly so. In fact, it was voted number 3 in the top 100 walks in the UK. The walk takes in the spectacular scenery around the village of Malham which stands close to the Craven Fault, …
