United Kingdom
If you're traveling to the United Kingdom, be sure to set aside time to step outside the amazing cities around the country. From the rolling hills of the Scotland Highlands to the remote and rocky coast and the peace and quiet of the English countryside, the U.K. will surprise you with how much outdoor adventure it has to offer.
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East Sussex, United Kingdom
Hike the Seven Sisters Cliffs
5.06 miThis hike begins at the Seven Sisters Country Park, accessible from Eastbourne by way of Bus 12A towards Brighton. From the car park, walk south to a stony beach at Cuckmere Haven, where a view of the white cliffs will be to your left. Backtrack slightly (1/8 mile) to find the trail which leads u...Read more -
Bathwick, United Kingdom
Bath Skyline Loop
5.93 mi / 745 ft gainBath Skyline Loop is an easily accessible trail from Bath, and takes a wide loop through meadows and hills with a picturesque view of the city. The full loop is around 6 miles, but there are numerous trails and ways to make it a bit shorter. The classic “skyline” view is near the start, if you go...Read more -
A861, United Kingdom
Bike the Glenuig Loop, Scotland
5.080 mi / 4265.1 ft gainFrom the landing in Corran, this loop can be taken clockwise across the Movern and Ardamurchan peninsulas, strips of desolate turf that hike into the sky south-west of Fort William, Scotland's foremost mountain biking and adventure hub. With a handful of Gaelic place names serving as waypoints, t...Read more -
Rievaulx, United Kingdom
Explore the Ruins of Rievaulx Abbey
Preserved as a historical site, Rievaulx Abbey used to be a monastery for religious orders. The ruins sit on a small hill and can be explored and photographed as they are beautiful monuments against the beautiful English countryside backdrop. The ruins are maintained and administered so that ther...Read more -
Highland Council, United Kingdom
Hike the Glenfinnan Viaduct
1 miAn incredible hike/walk around the Glenfinnan Viaduct, a famous section of the railway in the United Kingdom. It is a very peaceful place and parking is very easy. There is a small stream in the area and if you go in late August or early September, you'll be surrounded by Scotland's famous wildfl...Read more -
Dorset, United Kingdom
Hike the Southwest Coast Path: Kimmeridge to Lulworth Cove
7.8 mi / 1654 ft gainThere is plenty of parking options at Kimmeridge Bay, which is located just a mile from the village of Kimmeridge. Follow signs for the SW Coastal Path on the west side of the parking lot, and head away from the Clavell Tower on the opposite side of the bay. You'll soon pass an old (but still fun...Read more -
Avebury, United Kingdom
Explore the Avebury Stones
1 miThe Avebury Stones are a short distance from Bath in southwestern England. Exploring them only requires a short distance of walking, but rewards with views of the surrounding rural setting and a number of historic fixtures of this area. From Bath, drive, bus, or taxi to the village of Avebury. T...Read more -
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Stroll Victoria Street
5.0It’s a must do while in Edinburgh. It’s featured in films like Cloud Atlas, One Day, and Eurovision. It’s even said to be the inspiration for Diagon Alley in Harry Potter! Check out the shops, grab a drink at one of the coffee shops or restaurants, and be sure to take some pictures of this gorge...Read more -
Dorset, United Kingdom
Hike the Southwest Coast Path from Swanage to Kimmeridge Bay
15 miBeginning at Peveril Point on the southwest edge of Swanage Bay, follow signs for the SW Coastal Path. This path is direct and easy to follow, but there are many sights and stops along the way to Kimmeridge. After just less than 2 miles, you'll reach your first noteworthy landmark - the Anvil Po...Read more -
Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom
Explore the Dunnottar Castle in Scotland
To actually go into the castle (we did not do that, we just walked around the outside) you need to buy tickets AHEAD OF TIME ONLINE. It costs around £8 for an adult. Buy your tickets here. When we went we just walked around the outside of the castle and didn’t purchase a ticket. Fun facts: The...Read more -
Greater London, United Kingdom
A panoramic view at Primrose Hill
Just north of Regents Park, Primrose Hill provides a lovely sweeping panorama of London. It's just a short walk up to the top, where you can snap shots of the London skyline. It's best accessed from the Chalk Farm tube station -- it's about a 15min walk from the station to the hill. Head over to...Read more -
Dorset, United Kingdom
Hike the Southwest Coast Path from Lulworth Cove to Weymouth
11.1 miDeparting from the car park at Lulworth Cove, there is only a short section of uphill trail before you reach the Durdle Door trailer park and parking lot. Your mile-long warm up will wear off at this point because you'll have to spend some time gazing at Durdle Door, an erosion-created arch in th...Read more -
Cornwall, United Kingdom
Explore the Ruins of Tintagel Castle
If you love tales of Knights and legends, then you simply HAVE to visit Tintagel on the Cornwall coast in England. Even if you think these stories are just for kids, visiting for the scenery and the history alone is worth it. The Legend / The History Tintagel is a small village in North Cornwall,...Read more -
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Explore the Royal Botanic Gardens in Edinburgh
5.0Just a 1.5 mile walk from Edinburgh Castle is the Royal Botanic Garden of Edinburgh. It’s worth a stop and you could easily spend 1-4 hours here. Plus, it’s a fun walk from downtown Edinburgh. There’s plenty of shops and restaurants along the walk, or just soak in the architecture. Additionally...Read more -
Glasgow City, United Kingdom
Catch a Sunset at the The Necropolis
The city of Glasgow has a lot to offer and this is a gem I am happy we had the opportunity to check out while we were here. It may seem odd to suggest a graveyard, but it’s a beautiful site. The graves are intricate and the views are endless. Some history: The burial ground was intended to ...Read more -
Cornwall, United Kingdom
Explore Botallack in Cornwall
1 mi / 65.6 ft gainThe old mine at Botallack is a National Trust property in England. This mine was once a sub-sea tin, copper and arsenic (!) mine, and many of the old buildings are still standing today, being looked after by the the National Trust. Seeing the buildings perched right on the rocky cliff sides is qu...Read more
