Where can I hike in the UK?
I'm planning to visit the UK soon, and am interesting in taking myself off for walks and hikes, of varying lengths. Exactly where in the country is not fixed yet. How can I find out where it is suitable and allowed to do this? What maps are available to guide me?
If scots law/information is different, please answer for England/Wales (although there may be bonus points for an answer that also covers the rest of the UK).
I may also be interested in hiring a bike and cycling. Will I be able to do that in the same places?
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National Trails are a good collection of paths that you can walk and some cycle. The map on the site shows you where the nearest long-distance trail is.
In general, the trails are often based on historical routes and some follow paths that have been walked for many years (like the North Down Ways to Canterbury). When walking these paths you many often need to go though what seams like private property (someone's back yard), but in reality that path has been there before the house was built. It's a good idea to bring along a OS (Ordinance Survey) map with you as they will show where these paths are.
Along the trails, pubs are traditional stopping points where you can get food and rest.
As for weather, always bring a light hard-shell jacket as it most likely rain or the weather will change very quickly.
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