Four big wins

Twenty-five years ago, the government decided to open up three million acres of England and Wales to the public – a decision that has transformed our walking landscape.

A new(ish) concession path on Hollins Hill makes a fantastic circular route along the Dragons Back in the Peak District .

It’s the busiest time of year for Britain’s beautiful places. Yet as these locations prove, you can find silence, sensational scenery and space to breathe.

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2025 marks 200 years since the birth of the modern railway, which gave millions of city-weary walkers a way to escape to the country.

HIGH FORCE Level Moderate Elevation gain 123m Length 6.8km (1hr 37min) Description A walk to one of England’s most dramatic waterfalls, High Force, following picturesque riverside paths with stunning