A group of hikers exploring a hilly landscape on a sunny winters day. — The Muslim Hikers walking group exploring at Ilam Park in Derbyshire | © National Trust Images/Paul Harris

Walking

May is National Walking Month, so why not celebrate by finding the best places to walk in England, Wales and Northern Ireland? From coastal paths to tracks through ancient woodland and accessible trails, there’s something to suit everyone.

Visitors take a walk around Tarn Hows, one of them is in a tramper, during early spring. To the left of the image, you can see down the hillside and to the lake below which is surrounded by trees.

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Top accessible walks

Find out more about the places in our care with accessible trails to explore with pushchairs, wheelchairs and mobility aids. Experience nature without having to go off the beaten track.

A family walking along a path in a wood with lush green planting

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Family-friendly walks

Go on a family-friendly walk with these trails suitable for buggies and children. Go wild in natural play areas and compete in woodland den building.

A group of people laughing together and resting on their hike Mam Tor, Peak District, Derbyshire

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Walk Together Pathway

We're working in partnership on a new project that aims to widen participation in the outdoors, supporting people from global majority ethnic communities to become qualified walk leaders.