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With 296 miles of fantastic coastline to explore, over huge cliffs which plummet into the sea, pathways that twist and turn through gorgeous greenery and views which reach out to an endless horizon, Cornwall is a walker’s paradise. It’s time to put those walking...
London, the UK city known as the big smoke, but what you might not know is that there are many secret gardens where you can relax and explore all things breath-taking. Why not take advantage of London’s secret gardens when you have the chance? Here are five of the...
The picturesque town of Windermere, situated in the Lake District National Park, is a popular walking location for visitors. If you’re looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, then there are plenty of opportunities to head to the hills and take in...
London is a magical city filled with great food, festivals and of course art and culture. London has some of the finest art galleries and museums in the world and these five are just scratching the surface of what you can find in England’s capital. Here are five of...
The half term holidays are a great time to get your kids out and about. With hundreds of fun events and days out dotted around the UK, there’s no way the little ones can be bored. Here are our top picks of things to do in the half-term holidays...FebruaryNational...
As the temperature drops, adventures on foot take on a whole new dimension. Here are some useful outdoor skills from hillwalkers’ bible The Great Outdoors magazine:Dress for the conditions First on our list is dress for the conditions. Wear several layers of...
The end of the school holidays doesn’t have to mean an end to your adventures in the great outdoors. Autumn camping may not be the first thing to cross your mind when thinking of a mini escape, but there are plenty of benefits to getting out and embracing this time...
Not only do YHA offer superb low cost hostel accommodation for all the family but we also have some fantastic sites available for camping at some of our very best locations. This means it's even easier for you to get out and about and explore the great outdoors. To...
Many people still assume that cycling is only for their children to whizz around the streets, or for those semi-professional riders who are committed to riding long distances, wearing their tight fitting lycra and riding an expensive carbon framed racing bike....
The sun is shining and the Georgian streets of Bath have never looked lovelier. If you’re planning to party Jane Austen-style this summer, there's plenty of things to do in Bath throughout the season. From a pride of lions to exciting festivals, here’s why you...
Could this be the greatest backpacking route in the Lakes? Trail Magazine has teamed up with YHA to create something a little bit special – a walk that bags 24 summits in total, stopping at a different hostel each night. Here’s how we got on. YHA Langdale to YHA...
Here is our list of 10 things to do in London for £10 without putting too much of a dent in your wallet – and you’ll steer clear of tourist crowds too. Visit a Hindu temple First up is visiting a Hindu temple. Once the biggest Hindu temple outside India, the...
