Alex Roddie enjoys the best bit of the undulating South Downs Way

■ Distance: 10½ miles/17km ■ Time: 5 hours ■  Grade: Challenging

Walk through three counties visiting Cheshire’s Matterhorn, Derbyshire’s ancient bridge and Staffordshire’s secret church all in one Peak District hike.

Three contrasting walks to discover the ever-changing terrains encircling the Borrowdale valley and village of Rosthwaite in the Lake District .

Autumn is a wonderful time for walks in Yorkshire with crisp days and golden colours. Here’s a selection of National Trust walks ( nationaltrust.org.uk ) to enjoy this autumn for all abilities and covering a range of distances

■ Distance: 10 miles/15.5km ■ Time: 5 hours ■ Grade: Challenging