Discover one of the UK's most challenging National Trails the South Downs Way.

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Explore a diverse tapestry of landscapes and histories with a collection of walking routes intertwining the renowned National Trails of England and Wales. From the rugged beauty of the Pennine Way to the coastal splendor of the Pembrokeshire Coast Path, each trail offers a unique journey through stunning scenery and cultural heritage.

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Hiking route · United Kingdom

Cleveland Way National Trail

Difficulty moderate

Distance 168.1 km

Duration 48:41 h

Ascent 3,096 m

Descent 3,122 m

This is the official line of the 109 mile long Cleveland Way National Trail. Starting at Helmsley it crosses the fabulous moorland scenery of the ...

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Hiking route · South West England

Cotswold Way National Trail

Difficulty moderate

Distance 161.2 km

Duration 44:53 h

Ascent 3,253 m

Descent 3,141 m

This is the official line of the 102 mile long Cotswold Way National Trail. It follows the Cotswold escarpment offering long distance views across ...

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Hiking route · Mid Wales

Glyndwr's Way National Trail

Difficulty moderate

Distance 219.9 km

Duration 61:20 h

Ascent 5,455 m

Descent 5,230 m

This is the official line of Glyndŵr's Way National Trail. Celebrate Welsh cultural and natural history along the 135 miles of Glyndŵr's Way.

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Hiking route · North West England

Hadrians Wall Path National Trail

Difficulty moderate

Distance 138.1 km

Duration 35:08 h

Ascent 932 m

Descent 913 m

This is the official line of Hadrian's Wall Path National Trail. Walk 84 miles from coast to coast following the World Heritage Site of Hadrian's ...

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Hiking route · South East England

North Downs Way National Trail

Difficulty moderate

Distance 198.9 km

Duration 52:24 h

Ascent 2,535 m

Descent 2,595 m

This is the official line of the North Downs Way National Trail. Follow in the footsteps of pilgrims on an inspirational 153 mile journey from ...

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Hiking route · South West England

Offa's Dyke Path National Trail

Difficulty moderate

Distance 279.9 km

Duration 77:51 h

Ascent 6,875 m

Descent 6,891 m

This is the official line of the Offa's Dyke Path National Trail. Following the English/Welsh border for 177 miles alongside the 8th Century Offa's ...

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Hiking route · East England

Peddars Way and Norfolk Coast Path National Trail

Difficulty moderate

Distance 152.2 km

Duration 73:42 h

Ascent 309 m

Descent 313 m

This is the official line of the Peddars Way and Norfolk Coast Path National Trail. Taking you through fantastic scenery including a Roman Road, ...

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Hiking route · Mid Wales

Pembrokeshire Coast Path National Trail

Difficulty moderate

Distance 285 km

Duration 79:47 h

Ascent 3,483 m

Descent 3,476 m

This is the official line of the Pembrokeshire Coast Path National Trail. It offers186 miles of walking along the most breathtaking coastline in ...

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Mountain Biking · Central England and the Midlands

Pennine Bridleway National Trail

Difficulty moderate

Distance 196 km

Duration 81:55 h

Ascent 4,059 m

Descent 4,230 m

This is the official line of the Pennine Bridleway National Trail. The Pennine Bridleway offers horse riders, cyclists and walkers the opportunity ...

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Hiking route · Central England and the Midlands

Pennine Way National Trail

Difficulty difficult

Distance 417 km

Duration 115:46 h

Ascent 8,999 m

Descent 9,143 m

This is the official line of the Pennine Way Way National Trail. Steeped in history, this National Trail chases along the mountain tops along the ...

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Hiking route · South East England

South Downs Way National Trail

Difficulty moderate

Distance 160.8 km

Duration 42:12 h

Ascent 2,535 m

Descent 2,517 m

This is the official line of the 100 mile long South Downs Way National Trail. It passes through wonderful chalk downland between Winchester, the ...

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Hiking route · South West England

South West Coast PathNational Trail

Difficulty difficult

Distance 975.7 km

Duration 268:07 h

Ascent 16,218 m

Descent 16,228 m

This is the official line of the South West Coast Path National Trail. One of the best walks in the world, where else can you walk along 630 miles ...

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Hiking route · South West England

Thames Path National Trail

Difficulty moderate

Distance 292.5 km

Duration 70:45 h

Ascent 78 m

Descent 184 m

This is the official line of the Thames Path National Trail.Follow the greatest river in England for 184 miles from its source in the Cotswold ...

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Hiking route · South West England

The Ridgeway National Trail

Difficulty moderate

Distance 139 km

Duration 35:58 h

Ascent 1,469 m

Descent 1,419 m

This is the official line of the Ridgeway National Trail. Following a route used since prehistoric times by travellers, herdsmen and soldiers the ...

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Hiking route · North Yorkshire

Yorkshire Wolds Way National Trail

Difficulty moderate

Distance 123 km

Duration 31:53 h

Ascent 1,739 m

Descent 1,708 m

This is the official line of the 80 mile long Yorkshire Wolds Way National Trail. The Yorkshire Wolds present amazing chalk landscapes with dry ...

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