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Kent Downs
Conveniently close to commuter-land, providing a much-needed breathing space for urbanites
The Kent Downs are a great arc of chalk stretching from Maidstone to Dover, where the unique geology shapes the habitats and wildlife.
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The New Forest
A unique landscape of heath and woodland criss-crossed with miles of forest tracks and paths
This ancient medieval hunting ground has remained almost unchanged for 1,000 years, making it ideal to explore on foot, by bike or even canoe.
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The Chilterns
An oasis of calm where outdoor enthusiasts can recharge the batteries with a run, walk or ride
The 324 square miles of the Chilterns AONB is criss-crossed with 1,200 miles of footpaths, bridleways and cycleways.
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The South Downs
Britain's youngest National Park covers 600 square miles of Downland
Britain's newest National Park is also one of its largest, covering some 600 square miles from Winchester to the coast at Eastbourne.
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Surrey Hills
The Surrey Hills provide a welcome respite from the hectic pace of life in the city
The Surrey Hills' are home to Five and 10K runs, triathlons and a chance to follow the route of the 2012 Olympic Games road race.
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The Beautiful South
Escape the city and get active outdoors in the south of England
Whether you’re into walking, running or cycling, the options for getting active outdoors within an hour of London are endless. From short, scenic hikes through ancient woodland or challenging cycle sportives including some genuinely tough climbs to triathlons, 5K and 10K runs.
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Sheffield
The full monty for outdoor enthusiasts!
Sitting on the eastern edge of the Peak District National Park, Sheffield is England’s outdoor capital city.
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York
A grand old city steeped in history
Steeped in layers of history from prehistoric to the medieval period and sometime capital of Northern England.
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Leeds
A growing reputation for sporting excellence
Leeds makes a lively base from which to combine a break in town and country.
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Ripon & Nidderdale
A hidden gem between two national parks
A pristine natural playground hidden away in a secret valley which only has a single road in and out.
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North York Moors
Rugged and remote with a stunning coastline
Rugged and less frequented landscape of lonely uplands, riven by steep-sided valleys and fringed with a truly spectacular coastline.
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The Yorkshire Dales
Brimful of drama and natural beauty
Verdant valleys and fertile farmland all contained within a latticework of rugged dry stone walls.
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Trips in UK
TRIP
Christmas Pub Walk - Malham
Malham, Yorkshire Dales, UK
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A wonderful Christmas walk around the Malham area in the stunning Yorkshire Dales, finishing with a lovely 2-course Christmas lunch back at the village pub.
1 Days from
£39
Guided
Beginners
Meals
14 interested
TRIP
National Navigation Award Scheme - 'Straight to Silver'
Various, Yorkshire Dales, UK
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This NNAS course is suitable for people with some walking experience, as it combines both the Bronze and Silver awards in an intensive 3 day course.
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£160
Guided
Beginners
Instruction included
11 interested
TRIP
Map Reading Course - 1 day
Grassington, Yorkshire Dales, UK
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*MOST POPULAR COURSE: 911 PEOPLE IN PAST 6 YEARS* Navigation skills are your passport to freedom on the hills: plan walks, learn how to use a compass & learn how to navigate properly.
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£55
Guided
Beginners
Instruction included
10 interested
TRIP
Compass and Contours Course - 1 day
Kettlewell, Reeth, Yorkshire Dales, UK
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Key hill skills to navigate across hills and open country including compass bearings & contour interpretation for walkers of all levels.
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£55
Guided
Beginners
Instruction included
8 interested
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National Navigation Award Scheme - Bronze
Various, Yorkshire Dales, UK
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The complete outdoor skills course for walkers: Understand/read OS maps; Compass use; Walk planning; Navigation & hill skills; Gain a National Award (NNAS).
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£110
Guided
Beginners
Instruction included
5 interested
TRIP
Night Navigation Course
Malham, Clapham, Yorkshire Dales, UK
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Gain the key skills needed to deal with nightfall and/or poor visibility when out on the hills and also enjoy the outdoors at night in confidence with an experienced Mountain Leader.
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£35
Guided
Families
Beginners
Instruction included
4 interested
TRIP
Mountain Skills Course - 2 days
Various, Lake District, UK
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Personal skills course accredited by 'Mountain Training' giving you skills to plan & follow your own walks across the Lakeland fells and mountains.
2 Days from
£110
Guided
Beginners
Instruction included
3 interested
TRIP
Relocation Skills Course - 1 day
Malham or Grinton, Yorkshire Dales, UK
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Ideal for experienced hill-walkers who want to develop techniques for relocation when misplaced or lost on challenging terrain and in poor conditions.
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£55
Guided
Instruction included
3 interested
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Challenges in UK
FEATURED CHALLENGE
The Eve Appeal Go Red Trek - Cotswolds
Bourton-on-the-Water, Cotswolds, UK
Saturday 28 September 2019
25 km Walking
Trek through the stunning Cotswolds countryside along scenic paths, through charming villages & over attractive bridges on this exclusive #TeamEve trek.
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£30.00
Age 14+
Sponsorship
Self-funding
Enter online
25 interested
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FEATURED CHALLENGE
Teenage Cancer Trust World Record Longest/Fastest Zip Line
Penrhyn Quarry, Bethesda, Bangor, Wales - Gwynedd, UK
Saturday 7 September 2019
*World Record guaranteed* An adrenaline-fuelled ride on the fastest zip line in the world to help teenagers who have cancer.
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£99.00
Age 10+
Beginners
Sponsorship
Enter online
11 interested
17 days to register
Charity entry saves £10
FEATURED CHALLENGE
Cardiomyopathy UK Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge
Chapel le Dale, Yorkshire Dales, UK
Sunday 15 September 2019
25 miles Hill walking
Round off an active summer with a fast-paced physical challenge & help those with cardiomyopathy - an incurable disease which could affect anyone of any age.
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£15.00
Guided
Charity
12 hours
Under 18
Age 14+
Sponsorship
Enter online
2 interested
19 days to register
FEATURED CHALLENGE
Alzheimer's Society Memory Walk - London Marathon
Southwark Park Bandstand, London, Greater London, UK
Saturday 12 October 2019
26 miles Walking
Challenge yourself to a marathon-distance Memory Walk in the heart of London and help change the lives of people affected by dementia.
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£25.00
Age 16+
Sponsorship
Enter online
2 interested
FEATURED CHALLENGE
Alzheimer's Society Memory Walk - London Half Marathon
Southwark Park Bandstand, London, Greater London, UK
Saturday 12 October 2019
13 miles Walking
Challenge yourself to a half-marathon-distance Memory Walk in the heart of London and help change the lives of people affected by dementia.
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£15.00
Age 16+
Sponsorship
Enter online
1 interested
CHALLENGE
TrekFest The Peaks 2020
Hope Valley, Peak District, UK
2019
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50 km Walking
25 km Walking
Grab your boots & let’s get trekking! Walk, jog, or run 50km or 25km through the beautiful Peak District and raise funds for your favourite charity.
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£60.00
Age 14+
Sponsorship
Enter online
557 interested
CHALLENGE
Charity Tandem Skydive 2019
Airfields across the UK, Hertfordshire, UK
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10000 feet Skydiving
Charity Tandem Skydive from 10,000ft while harnessed to a professional freefall parachute instructor. If it's on your bucket list, now's the time to sign up!
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£70.00
Age 16+
Beginners
Sponsorship
Enter online
314 interested
CHALLENGE
National Three Peaks Challenge 2019
Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike, Snowdon, Scotland - Highland, UK
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24 hours Hill walking
24 hour National 3 Peaks for a personal challenge or for the charity of your choice. Departures every weekend throughout summer. Individuals, couples & groups.
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£99.00
Age 18+
Sponsorship
Self-funding
Enter online
294 interested
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Events in UK
FEATURED EVENT
Big Fun Run Birmingham
Birmingham
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UK
Saturday 24 August 2019 11:00 AM
5 km Road running
Big Fun Run is a series of 5K untimed runs staged within scenic settings throughout the UK - get the whole family involved!
Family
Beginners
Disabled
Enter online
Enter on day
21 interested
4 days to enter
Charity places - 4 days to apply
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Dog Jog Birmingham
Birmingham
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West Midlands
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UK
Saturday 24 August 2019 2:00 PM
5 km Trail running
The perfect opportunity to get fit with your four-legged friend all with a relaxed and fun atmosphere.
Family
Beginners
Enter online
Enter on day
2 interested
Charity places - 4 days to apply
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Big Fun Run Coventry
Coventry
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West Midlands
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UK
Sunday 25 August 2019 11:00 AM
5 km Road running
Big Fun Run is a series of 5K untimed runs staged within scenic settings throughout the UK - get the whole family involved!
Family
Beginners
Disabled
Enter online
Enter on day
14 interested
5 days to enter
Charity places - 5 days to apply
FREE
FEATURED EVENT
Walk for Parkinson's - Loch Leven
Kinross
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Scotland - Central Scotland
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Sunday 25 August 2019 11:00 AM
6 miles Walking
2 miles Walking
Join 100's of walkers from across the nation and take on a two or a six mile walk in the aid of Parkinson's UK.
Family
Beginners
Fundraising required
Enter online
Enter on day
4 interested
FEATURED EVENT
Dog Jog Coventry
Coventry
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West Midlands
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Sunday 25 August 2019 2:00 PM
5 km Trail running
The perfect opportunity to get fit with your four-legged friend all with a relaxed and fun atmosphere.
Family
Beginners
Enter online
Enter on day
1 interested
Charity places - 5 days to apply
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Guides to UK
Articles and travel guides.
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The best of the Peak District
Discover the Peak District's greatest outdoor pursuits.
Explore Britain's oldest National Park and discover the wonderful activities and challenges awaiting amongst its incredible landscapes.
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Discover London's landmarks
Top 6 events taking you past iconic attractions
Get more out of your visit to London by adding an active twist to your exploration of the most iconic attractions.
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How to get active in Glasgow
Events for all ages & abilities
The European Championships come to Glasgow - we look at how you can get involved in active events in Scotland’s largest city.
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Yorkshire Day: 3 Peaks
Challenge yourself on Yorkshire's Three Peaks
The hills are alive with the sound of…Yorkshire, Yorkshire, Yorkshire! We celebrate God’s own county, Yorkshire.
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Yorkshire Day: active events
From 10K's and marathons to sportives
Pour yourself a brew (Yorkshire Tea, o' course) and take a look at these active events coming up in God’s Own County.
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Yorkshire Day: outdoor trips
Where to walk, cycle and stay in Yorkshire
Celebrate Yorkshire Day with a look at the incredible outdoor adventures provided by God's Own County.
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Celebrating Norfolk Day
Active ways to enjoy this great county
We take the opportunity to share in Norfolk Day celebrations and offer active ways you can enjoy this fantastic area!
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National Parks Week wouldn’t be complete without a look at an area that gives the UK some of it most dramatic scenery; Scotland.
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Our top 6 autumn events in Wales
Upcoming events in the land of dragons
From the biggest half marathon in Wales to an award-winning Ironman and some picturesque triathlons - see what's coming up.
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