Walking

Going on a walk can revive us, but we know that the first step out the door might be the hardest one to take. Whether you choose to stroll around your favourite park or venture to a quiet forest or to the coast, spending time in nature can give us a sense of peace.

With better weather and longer evenings summer is a glorious time for walking. With over 800 walking trails for you to choose from we've worked with Cotswold Outdoor, our exclusive walking partner, to come up with some top tips and tools to help you feel more confident on your next walk.

From mountain moorlands to wild woodlands, summit climbs to lengthy trails, get ready to push yourself a little further on your next walk. Along with our walking partner, Cotswold Outdoor, we've chosen some of our favourite walking routes for you to try.

A great family day out doesn't have to be expensive or complicated. We’ve picked some of our favourite family trails for you to explore.

Take a spring wildlife walk at one of the places in our care and look out for birds nesting in hedgerows, newly emerging butterflies, frogspawn and a whole host of insect life.

We look after some unforgettable walking trails along the 780 miles of coastline we care for. Here's a selection of our favourite coastal walks.

If you're looking for a route that will suit walkers of all ages and abilities, here's some of our favourites. These routes take you along well-maintained paths and easy terrain.