Walks in Britain
Britain's best spring walks
The arrival of the spring equinox this March signals the start of longer, warmer days. The countryside is awash with colour and wildlife – a perfect season for hiking. From magnificent meadows and wildflower woodlands to springtime hills, here is our guide to the best spring walks in the UK.
Dovestone Reservoir walk, Peak District
A 5.5-mile walk in Greater Manchester, threading between placid waters, through old woodland and below commanding gritstone edges.
Arthur's Seat walk, Edinburgh
BBC Countryfile Magazine's 2.5-mile walk from Holyrood Palace to the summit of Arthur's Seat in Edinburgh.
Best autumn walks in the UK
The arrival of autumn sees the British countryside transform into a spectacular display of oranges, reds, yellows and golds – experience this seasonal splendour with our pick of the best autumn walks in the UK.
Pen y Fan walk, Bannau Brycheiniog
Pen y Fan is one of the most popular peaks in the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park. Most visitors hike to the mountain top from Storey Arms – but for a quieter and more rewarding route, take the path up from Taf Fechan Forest.
South Downs Way: your ultimate guide to the walk
Looking for an adventure? An intoxicating mix of rolling downland, sleepy hamlets and wave-hewn cliffs makes the South Downs Way one of Britain’s most romantic long-distance walks. Learn all about the trail with BBC Countryfile Magazine's six-day guide to the South Downs Way.
West Highland Way: your ultimate guide to the trail
From the serene shores of Loch Lomond to the soaring peaks of Glen Coe, Scotland’s most-loved long-distance trail will take your breath away.
Shere walk, Surrey
Explore a mysterious pool, brilliant beech woods and North Downs views before
descending to Shere’s delightful 15th-century inn
Best walks in Surrey
Explore the woodlands, rivers and rolling hills of Surrey with our favourite county hikes.
Blue Lagoon walk, Pembrokeshire
Discover the magical waters of Pembrokeshire's Blue Lagoon on this circular coastal walk from Porthgain to Abereiddy Bay
Llyn y Fan Fach walk, Brecon Beacons
This four-mile walk along a bustling river, lonely llyn and wild mountain ridge is one of the best walks in the Brecon Beacons National Park.
Five fabulous walks on the beautiful Gower Peninsula
Wander miles of empty beaches, spot lolloping seals and rare birds, explore ancient remains and walk in a poet’s footsteps –
this spectacular corner of Wales whispers with wild exhilaration, no matter what time of year you visit
Delve into the magical world of Britain's woodlands with 12 must-walk trails
Step into some of Britain's most beautiful forests, keeping an eye out for wildflowers and wild creatures, with BBC Countryfile Magazine's pick of gorgeous woodland walks
Kinver Edge walk, Staffordshire
This four-mile walk on the edge of Kinver takes in the Holy Austin Rock Houses before navigating stunning Kinver Edge to reach Nanny's Rock
Rhossili Bay walk, Gower
A 7.8-mile return walk from the sweeping sands of Rhossili Bay to the dramatic cavern of Paviland Cave on the Gower Peninsula.
Wyming Brook walk, Peak District
Explore the beautiful rivers, forests and dams of Wyming Brook Nature Reserve on the edge of Sheffield with this two-mile walk.
Helvellyn walk, Lake District
When it comes to pure exhilaration, few walks in the Lake District can compete with an ascent of Helvellyn via the tapering ridge of Striding Edge.
Four Waterfalls Walk, Brecon Beacons
Waterfall Country is a must for anyone visiting the Brecon Beacons National Park. There are several options when it comes to exploring the area, including the mesmerising 5.5-mile Four Waterfalls Walk.
Conwy Castle and Conwy Mountain walk, Conwy
Explore 244m-high Mynydd y Dref (Conwy Mountain) then return from your Eryri (Snowdonia) hill walk to the bustling streets of Conwy for well-deserved refreshments.
Duncansby Head, Highland walk
Starting at John o’Groats on the northern tip of mainland Scotland, this 6-mile walk skirts the coast to reach spectacular Duncansby Head and Duncansby Stacks
Tintern Abbey walk, Monmouthshire/Gloucestershire
After exploring Tintern Abbey, set out on an 8.9-mile circular walk through pretty woodland and along the River Wye to Bigsweir Bridge, returning on Offa's Dyke Path
Best walks in Staffordshire
From the atmospheric ridges of The Roaches to the gorgeous heathlands and woodlands of Cannock Chase, here are a few of our favourite walks in Staffordshire
30 of the UK's most beautiful winter walks
From the Scottish Highlands and English Lake District to enchanting Welsh woodlands and Northern Ireland's wave-buffeted coast, here is BBC Countryfile Magazine's pick of the UK's most spectacular winters walks.
Seven Sisters walk, East Sussex
Walk atop the magnificent chalky cliffs of the Seven Sisters in the South Downs, where kittiwakes and fulmars can be seen alongside Brimstone butterflies and flowering cowslips