Experience, escape, enjoy. Take your pick from a range of activities in the landscapes we care for - it's easy to make the most of being outdoors with us.

Special Places

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Our places are a perfect playground for those after a spot of fresh air, a gentle stroll or an adrenalin rush. Tell us about your favourite place to escape - and you could find yourself enjoying a stay in a holiday cottage, as part of our Special Places project competition.

50 things

50 Things: Pond dipping

We're encouraging kids to head outside and have a go at some of the best things to do outdoors. From cooking on a campfire to walking barefoot - and we've got the perfect places to try them.

Walking

Put on your boots and step outside

With a range of trails designed by our team of rangers, our routes are a great way to discover nature and history, There is also range of difficulty levels and distances to choose from.

Cycling

Discovering the Cambridgeshire Fen’s on the Lodes Way

We know that exploring is brilliant by bike, and we welcome cyclists to enjoy our landscapes. Our estates are for cycling allowing you to get off-road, and deep into beautiful countryside.

Geocaching

Join the digital treasure hunt

Geocaching is a great way to combine technology with a good old fashioned treasure hunt. Head out with the family and a GPS device to discover hidden treasure in loads of our places.

Running

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We host regular runs, occasional races and just miles and miles of great tracks for you to explore - and all with views that no gym could compete with.

Canoeing

Kayaking through the waves Sea Kayaking Festival Pembrokeshire

Get out on the water and enjoy amazing surroundings from your canoe or kayak. We care for some of the best paddling spots in the country including lakes, canals, estuaries and coast.

Surfing

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With over 700 miles of coastline under our care, it's little wonder that we look after some of Britain's most exhilarating surf spots.