Countryside

Revitalise your senses and explore hills, valleys, woodlands and rivers

Visitors exploring a trail at Blea Tarn in Little Langdale, Cumbria
Walkers on the Holnicote Estate, Exmoor

Top fitness walks for the New Year 

Walking is great exercise, so if your new year’s resolution is to get fit then our walking trails are a great place to start. With varied terrain and beautiful views, this is all the motivation you'll need to head outside and get active.

Wild ponies grazing, Snowdonia

Wild places to get away from it all 

There are still areas of wilderness where you can really get away from it all. Here are some of our favourite wild places to get out and enjoy.

Visitors enjoying a walk in the parkland at Lanhydrock, Cornwall

Nine great parklands to explore 

We look after a great number of parklands across the UK with wide green spaces, leafy avenues and ancient woods. Here's our pick of the best.

Snowdrops

Places to see snowdrops 

January and February can be gloomy, but seeing a swathe of snowdrops is a great way to brighten up your day. Find the best places to spot these delicate flowers and create your own snowy display at home with the help of some top tips from our gardeners.

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Winter on the Bath Skyline

Bath Skyline 

South East of the city of Bath, Bath and NE Somerset

Wide open space overlooking the World Heritage City of Bath

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Bradenham Village in winter

Chilterns Countryside 

Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire

Rolling hills, distant views, chalk grassland, and acres of woodland to explore

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Sunny autumn day on the river Wey

River Wey and Godalming Navigations and Dapdune Wharf 

Guildford, Surrey

Tranquil waterway running for nearly 20 miles through the heart of Surrey

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Walking in Murlough National Nature Reserve, County Down

Make the most of dog walking in the great outdoors with help from Forthglade 

We've partnered with natural pet food maker Forthglade so you and your dog can get even more out of special places we care for.

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Gathering the Welsh Mountain sheep on Watkin Path on the Hafod Y Llan farm, Snowdonia, Wales

Hill and mountain walks 

If you're looking for walks that will take you up hills and down mountains, then our selection is a good place to start.

Swans on the river Wey, frosty towpath

Great lakes and rivers 

Rivers and lakes have helped to create some of Britain's most iconic scenery. Unwind walking alongside the gently lapping waters and keep your eyes peeled for an array of wildlife.

The picturesque exterior of Trees, nr Ambleside, Lake District

Nature and wildlife breaks 

Whether you want to reconnect with nature, inspire your loved ones or learn something new about the wildlife around you, we have a variety of cottages and campsites perfect for you.

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