We care for some of Britain's most beautiful places to take a walk. There are hundreds of fantastic coast, countryside and parkland properties to explore, whether you want a gentle stroll or a more energetic hike.
Choose from over 50 special walk sheets to download and print out for free! They're designed to get you started when you're out and about, with simple route directions, a map and a few things to look out for on the way. The collection is growing all the time, so look out for more walks coming soon...
Devon and Cornwall
Cornwall
 © NTPL/David Noton
Cubert, West Pentire and Crantock Bay
An amazing summer display of bright poppies and marigolds is one of many reasons to enjoy this 6 mile walk along a stunning stretch of Cornish coast. If you're very lucky you might even spot grey seals.
The Lizard
The Lizard on the South Cornish coast is Britain's most southerly point. Along this 4.5 mile walk you'll see an array of wildlife and you can stop for refreshments at the eco-friendly café at Kynance Cove.
Dodman Point
Dodman Point is the highest headland on the South Cornish coast. You will walk through a landscape formed by 4,000 years of human occupation.
Gribbin Head, Fowey
A 5 mile walk along coast famed for its association with Daphne du Maurier, and the setting of many of her books. This area of south-east Cornish coast offers breathtaking natural beauty and includes a variety of beaches, coves, woodlands and grassland rich in wild flowers.
Lansallos
A 4 mile walk along a magnificent stretch of south-east Cornwall coast, dotted with secluded coves and beaches. Inland, the walk passes through traditional farmland.
Tintagel
Tintagel on the North Cornish coast is steeped in Arthurian legend. This 5 mile walk takes in some spectacular coastline.
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Devon
© NTPL/Paul Wakefield
Froward Point
Froward Point near the mouth of the River Dart offers both nature and history for the walker. This 3 mile walk includes spectacular coastal views.
Heddon Valley
A comfortable 2 mile walk following the Heddon River. As well as sessile oak, rare whitebeams can be found in the woods along the way.
Heddon Valley & Woody Bay
This 6 mile walk takes in views to the South Wales, Devon and Somerset coasts. Woody Bay, acquired in 1967, was one of the first Neptune acquisitions.
Little Dartmouth
With views over the River Dart estuary, this 3 mile walk takes in cliffs where peregrine hunt, as well as a civil war fort.
Sharptor to Bolt Head
A beautiful 3.5 mile walk in spectacular scenery at the mouth of the Salcombe estuary on the South Dorset coast, with plenty of wildlife and archaeology to enjoy.
Snapes Point
An easy 1.5 mile walk in a gentle landscape beside the beautiful Kingsbridge Estuary on the South Devon coast which offers good bird watching opportunities.
Woodhuish Farm, Scabbacombe
This dramatic 3 mile walk offers a range of landscape features and habitats. Wetlands, cliffs and rolling farmland are all to be enjoyed.
Woolacombe
Woolacombe beach in North Devon is famed as a surfer's paradise. During the 5 mile walk you can enjoy golden sands, the South West Coastal Path and an array of seabirds.
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Wessex
Dorset
 © NTPL/Joe Cornish
Brownsea Island - red squirrel spotting
Almost extinct in southern England, there are approximately 200-250 red squirrels on Brownsea Island and you stand a good chance of seeing one on this 1 mile walk through the woodland that they live in.
Dancing Ledge
This 4 mile walk highlights current and past farming practices, the legacy of quarry areas, interesting buildings and wildlife, all seen along an impressive stretch of the Jurassic Coast.
Old Harry Rocks
Old Harry Rocks is one of the most famous landmarks on the south coast. This great circular walk starts at the beach at Studland and follows the Jurassic Coastline to the tip of the impressive chalk cliffs of Old Harry Rocks.
West Bexington
A beautiful walk along part of the Jurassic Coast, between Bridport and Weymouth. The 2.5 mile walk passes through farmland rich in wildlife to the ever changing backdrop of the sea.
Stonebarrow Hill to Golden Cap
Explore England’s first natural World Heritage Site, the Jurassic Coastline ,on this stunning 4.5 mile walk through wildlife-rich countryside. The autumn sunlight on the Golden Cap’s rocky cliffs changes their colour to a beautiful rusty-gold hue, hence its name.
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Gloucestershire
 © NTPL/Alasdair Ogilvie
Sherborne Park - Cotswold woodlands and villages
Sherborne Park Estate, set in lovely rolling countryside and the village of Sherborne next to the river Windrush, offers something for all. This sign-posted walk takes you through a woodland sculpture trail, farmland, woods and down to the village of Sherborne. It is a fun walk for people of all ages.
Woodchester Park
Set in a Gloucestershire valley near Stroud, Woodchester Park includes the remains of an 18th and 19th-century designed landscape, a chain of five lakes and fine woodland. This 3 mile walk along the orange trail to the Boathouse gives a great introduction to this tranquil, historic place.
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Somerset
 © NT/Dylan Lumborg
Brean Down
Brean Down, jutting into the Bristol Channel, is a special place for wildlife. Archaeological sites along the way add extra interest to this 4 mile walk.
Bossington
Bossington in North Somerset provides the ideal point for views across the Bristol Channel. This 5.5 mile walk takes in the ever-changing coastline in this picturesque part of the West Country.
Sand Point & Middlehope
A bracing 4 mile walk which culminates at Sand Point, a limestone extension of the Mendip Hills which juts into the Bristol Channel. There are wonderful views across to Wales, as well as wildlife and archaeological interest along the way.
Selworthy Beacon, Exmoor
This truly spectacular 7 mile walk over moorland takes in breathtaking views of the Somerset coast and the Mendips, parts of Devon, the Bristol Channel and the South Wales coast. There is wildlife interest at all times of the year.
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Wiltshire
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Stourhead - Park Hill Camp walk
Stourhead is one of England's most enchanting landscape gardens. Discover its beauty on a 3 mile walk starting beside the tranquil lake, before exploring the woodland edge and Park Hill Camp Iron Age hill fort.
Stonehenge Landscape
This 3.5 mile walk is a must if you enjoy wide open spaces and ‘big skies’. A circular route takes in the beauty of the Wiltshire downland as well as passing many prehistoric monuments such as the Cursus Barrow site and the King Barrows. Stonehenge Monument is visible in the distance throughout the walk.
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Thames & Solent
Buckinghamshire
© NTPL/Michael Caldwell
Ashridge Estate
This 2 mile route offers a perfect family ramble on wide level paths through beautiful Chiltern woodland. Famed for its bluebells in spring and vibrant autumnal colours later in the year, Ashridge is also a great spot to see red kites gliding overhead.
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Isle of Wight
 © NTPL/Joe Cornish
Borthwood Copse - red squirrel spotting
Red squirrels live in several locations on the Isle of Wight and the ancient woodland of Borthwood Copse, near Sandown, is one of them. On this short 1 mile walk you might see a glimpse of red, or just enjoy the fine oak and beech trees, which stand amongst glades of sweet chestnut and hazel.
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South East
East Sussex
© NTPL/Leo Mason
Nap Wood
Discover a tranquil woodland oasis on this gentle 1 mile walk along an ancient track way of the High Weald, near to Scotney Castle.
Birling Gap to Crowlink
A walk along the Seven Sisters with plenty of wild flowers to see in high summer. There are many historical features to interest you the rest of the year.
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Kent
© NTPL/Stuart Chorley
The White Cliffs of Dover
The White Cliffs of Dover in Kent are one of the most iconic stretches of coast in the UK. Wandering along this 4 mile route will give the walker a sense of military history through the centuries.
St Margaret’s, Dover, circular walk
This short walk around St Margaret’s at Cliffe is full of historical and literary connections and takes in a short section along the famous White Cliffs of Dover.
St Margaret’s, Dover, Kingsdown walk
There are fantastic views across the Channel to France on this 4 mile walk. The route, along this very important strategic coastline in the defence of Great Britain, passes plenty of historical interest.
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West Sussex
Ditchling Beacon to Devil's Dyke
A 5 mile walk from Ditchling Beacon to Devil's Dyke, taking in one of the most stunning sections of the South Downs Way long distance trail.
Harting Down
Spectacular views, secluded valleys and dark yew woods will greet you on this 2 mile walk in the heart of the South Downs. Listen out for singing nightingale and skylark on a summer evening.
East Head
East Head is a natural, constantly evolving sand and shingle spit. This 2 mile walk encapsulates the challenges faced by the Trust in managing a dynamic, ever-changing site.
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East of England
Cambridgeshire
Wicken Fen
Explore a unique fragment of the wilderness that once covered East Anglia on this easy 3 mile walk. Wicken Fen is the National Trust's oldest nature reserve, a great place to look out for wild konik ponies, plus a variety of rare plants, insects and birds.
Suffolk
 © NTPL/Ian Shaw
Flatford Bridge Cottage and Dedham Vale
Follow in the footsteps of John Constable on this walk from Manningtree railway station and get a feel for the trees, rivers, sounds and light that inspired one of the greatest British painters of all time.
Orford Ness
A 5.5 mile walk around the important nature reserve and former secret military test site of Orford Ness.
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West Midlands
Herefordshire
© NTPL/David Levenson
Brockhampton
With ancient woodland, meadows and pools, this 1.5 mile walk takes you on a little tour of a timeless Herefordshire estate. Community-created sculptures and homemade produce show how we work with nature today.
Staffordshire
© NT/Rod Whiteman
Downs Banks
Escape into the peaceful wilderness of woodlands and heath in the Staffordshire countryside on a 2 mile walk that will be enjoyed equally by both you and your dog!
Worcestershire
© NTPL/David Noton
Clent Hills
Follow in the footsteps of Victorian tourists and take this short, 1 mile walk leading to one of the best views in the Midlands.
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East Midlands
Derbyshire
 © NTPL/Joe Cornish
The 'mass trespass' - Hayfields to Kinder Scout
Follow in the footsteps of the 500 walkers who took part in the 1932 mass trespass to secure access to the countryside for all. This 8 mile walk enables you to retrace their historic route, tells their story and explains more about how the National Trust cares for the Peak District today.
Edale Valley and Kinder Scout
Offering some of the most spectacular views in the Peak District, this energetic 8 mile walk from Edale encounters mysterious rock formations and a huge variety of wildlife.
Calke Park
A peaceful 1.5 mile walk in this National Nature Reserve and historic country park estate. Keep your eyes open for the Old Man of Calke, signs of badgers in the woods and colourful dragonflies darting around the ponds.
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North East England
Northumberland
 © NTPL/Joe Cornish
Allen Banks
Explore these fine ancient woodlands set on the steep valley sides of the river Allen, a tributary of the south Tyne. Look out for a fantastic variety of flora, fauna and fungi on this gentle 2½ mile walk at Allen Banks.
Craster to Low Newton by-the-Sea
The Northumberland coast is famed for its wide-open spaces and dramatic skies. Along the 6 mile walk you'll pass the majestic Dunstanburgh Castle and witness a rich variety of birds and flowers around Embleton and Newton Links.
Farne Islands
The rocky shores of the Farne Islands are a haven for seals and sea birds, but there is also a fascinating history to unearth on this gentle 0.5 mile circular route.
Wallington
This 2 mile walk meanders through woodland wth a wildlife observation hide, red squirrel feeders (food is bought with donations left by visitors) and stunning views of the Wansbeck river valley.
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North Yorkshire
© NTPL/Michael Caldwell
Upper Wharfedale
A glorious 6 mile walk in the Yorkshire Dales. Discover an exciting landscape of limestone pavement, glaciated valleys, fast-flowing streams and flower-filled hay meadows.
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North West England
Cumbria
© NTPL/Tony West
Tarn Hows and Monk Coniston
Pass through iconic Lake District farm and woodland on this 3 and a half or 5 mile route created by a 19th century industrialist to wow guests at his country estate. The circuit of Tarn Hows is an 'all-ability' trail.
Seathwaite to Sty Head and Grains Gill
An invigorating 5.5 mile walk that will take you along an ancient pack horse route in the heart of the Lake District, offering a spectacular landscape of rugged crags and refreshing tarns.
Townend and Troutbeck Valley
Discover one of Beatrix Potter's favourite places in the Lake District on a 4 mile walk through the Troutbeck Valley. There's lots to see along the way including the charming 17th century farmhouse, Townend.
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Lancashire
© NTPL/David Noton
Arnside Knott
A 2 mile walk up to a hill ridge with fantastic views overlooking Morecombe Bay on one side and the Lake District on the other. Listen for the loud ‘pichoo’ call of the marsh tit in the woodland and look out for rare butterflies.
Silverdale
A variety of song-birds, butterflies and orchids can be seen on this walk in summer. Taking in Heald Brow and Jack Scout, coastal cliffs around the mostly flat Morecambe Bay.
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Merseyside
 © NTPL/Joe Cornish
Formby
Formby, on the Sefton Coast near Liverpool, is one of the best places to see red squirrels at close quarters, with a population of about 1,000 living in the pine woods. This 2 mile walk offers great views of the sand dunes and beaches too!
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North Wales
Snowdonia & the Llŷn Peninsula
 © NTPL/Joe Cornish
Craflwyn and the Nant Gwynant
Legends and wildlife abound on this energetic 4 mile walk across the foothills of Snowdon and through the Victorian Craflwyn estate.
Aberdaron to Mynydd Mawr
This 6 mile walk takes in coast that is very special for its birds, plants and diverse landforms and has a fascinating history linked with Ynys Enlli (Bardsey), the legendary ‘Isle of 20,000 Saints’.
Carreg Y Llam
A 3 mile walk with stunning vistas of mountainous coast. There are ample wildlife-spotting opportunities, varying from wild flowers to birds such as yellowhammers and linnets.
Porth Dinllaen
A short 2 mile walk around the beautiful fishing hamlet of Porth Dinllaen, with its sandy beach and ragged coastline scenery.
Porthor to Mynydd Anelog
A bracing 5.75 mile walk along the 'Whistling Sands' of Porthor and across traditional Llŷn farmland, under the gaze of two of the Peninsula's main focal points, the volcanic rocks Dinas Bach and Dinas Fawr.
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South Wales
Carmarthenshire
© NTPL/Andrew Butler
Dinefwr
A 3 mile wildlife walk exploring this historic estate, famed for its stunning views and rare white park cattle. Dinefwr is also Wales' first parkland National Nature Reserve.
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Gower Penninsula
 © NTPL/Joe Cornish
Rhossili Bay
Stroll along one of the finest beaches in the UK on this leisurely 5 mile walk on the Gower Peninsula, taking in Worm's Head and fascinating prehistoric remains at Sweyne's Howes.
Bishopston Valley
A beautiful 3.5 mile walk along the Gower south coast, which highlights natural habitats and their wildlife as well as the area’s industrial past of mineral mining and quarrying.
Penmaen Burrows
A short 2.5 mile walk in the Three Cliff bay area along a beautiful stretch of the Gower coast full of history. Part of the walk can be taken along the beach if the tide is more than half out.
Pennard Cliffs
This 3.5 mile walk in the Three Cliff bay area travels along a beautiful stretch of the Gower coast with views right across the Bristol Channel to Devon and Somerset. In spring and early summer, wild flowers are in abundance.
Whiteford Burrows
A lovely 4 mile walk on a large expanse of dunes in the more remote part of North Gower overlooking the estuary of the River Loughor.
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Pembrokeshire
 © NTPL/Joe Cornish
Stackpole Estate
Either 3.5 miles one-way or a 6 mile circular walk set in the stunning scenery of Pembrokeshire National Park. See and smell colonies of breeding seabirds at Stackpole Head. If you're lucky you might also spot an otter at the tranquil lilyponds.
Ynys Barry
Ynys Barry in Pembrokeshire combines a rich industrial heritage and dramatic coastal views. The 3.5 mile walk starts in the small village of Abereiddi and includes the historic harbour of Porthgain.
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Northern Ireland
County Down
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Mount Stewart
Some of Ireland's last remaining red squirrels find sanctuary in the lovely formal and informal gardens at Mount Stewart. This 1.5 mile walk also takes in sweeping views over Strangford Lough towards the Mourne mountains.
Castle Ward and Strangford Lough
This gentle 2.5 mile walk along the shores of Strangford Lough takes you through the Castle Ward estate, one of Northern Ireland's finest parklands.
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County Fermanagh
© NTPL/Joe Cornish
Crom
This 3.5 mile route follows the shores of Upper Lough Erne, it's a remote tranquil landscape of islands, woodlands and historic ruins. Look out for bats and the elusive pine marten.
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