UK Hikes

A collection of 17 places curated by Katie Gowans

Places in this collection

  1. Traeth Llanddwyn

    attraction

    Llanfairpwllgwyngyll, United Kingdom

    Scenic mountain views, sand dunes and wild horses all in one place

    Traeth LlanddwynView on Google Maps
  2. Nanny's Rock

    attraction

    Kingsford Ln, Kinver, Stourbridge DY11 5SB, United Kingdom

    Hidden gem in the West Midlands, free to explore, rock formations and National Trust rock houses nearby

    Nanny's RockView on Google Maps
  3. Elan Valley Reservoirs

    attraction

    Rhayader LD6 5HF, UK

    Beauty of UK nature

    Elan Valley ReservoirsView on Google Maps
  4. Watkin Path

    activity

    Caernarfon, UK

    Waterfalls and wild swimming adventure

    Watkin PathView on Google Maps
  5. Cotswold Way

    attraction

    United Kingdom

    Hiking trail in England

    Cotswold WayView on Google Maps
  6. Coniston

    other

    Coniston, UK

    Hidden gem for wild swimming, accessible from Windermere, Ambleside, or Coniston, located near the Coniston Copper Mines.

    ConistonView on Google Maps
  7. Polly Joke Beach

    attraction

    Newquay TR8 5SE, United Kingdom

    Place to see seals along the Devon and Cornwall coast

    Polly Joke BeachView on Google Maps
  8. Newborough National Nature Reserve and Forest

    attraction

    Llanfairpwllgwyngyll LL61 6SG, United Kingdom

    Gorgeous forest to coast walk

    Newborough National Nature Reserve and ForestView on Google Maps
  9. Puzzlewood

    attraction

    Perrygrove Rd, Coleford GL16 8QB, United Kingdom

    A magical forest with moss-covered rocks and ancient trees, featuring a unique wooden walkway.

    PuzzlewoodView on Google Maps
  10. Hafren Forest

    attraction

    Llanidloes SY23 3LE, UK

    Magical boardwalk

    Hafren ForestView on Google Maps
  11. Chee Dale Stepping Stones

    attraction

    Peak District National Park, Monsal Trail, Buxton SK17 8TD, United Kingdom

    Two sets of stepping stones along a scenic walk, can flood after heavy rain, watch your head on the sides if you are tall

    Chee Dale Stepping StonesView on Google Maps
  12. Millers Dale Car Park

    other

    Wormhill, Buxton SK17 8SN, United Kingdom

    Car park for Chee Dale Stepping Stones, parking machine may not work, use RingGo app

    Millers Dale Car ParkView on Google Maps
  13. Black Moss Pot

    attraction

    Keswick CA12 5XQ, United Kingdom

    A spectacular and crystal clear swim spot with multiple pools, some with waterfalls. Can get busy, but more peaceful pools can be found by following the water past the bridge. Rocks can be sharp and pools are deep. Best visited in mid-summer for warmer water.

    Black Moss PotView on Google Maps
  14. Buttermere

    attraction

    Cockermouth CA13 9XA, UK

    Location with lay-by and official car parking available for hikers.

    ButtermereView on Google Maps
  15. Monsal Trail

    activity

    United Kingdom

    9 Mile walk in the Peak District, passing waterfalls, woodland, tunnels, and a pub. Starts in Bakewell, follows footpaths over fields, passes Ashford in the Water, an abandoned house, and a viaduct. Dog friendly.

    Monsal TrailView on Google Maps
  16. Stables Bar

    bar

    Peak District National Park, Monsal Head, Bakewell DE45 1NL, United Kingdom

    Pub on the Monsal Trail route for lunch.

    Stables BarView on Google Maps
  17. Ashford in the Water

    attraction

    Bakewell, UK

    Quaint village on the Monsal Trail route.

    Ashford in the WaterView on Google Maps