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Walking trails and routes

Discover the fascinating world of wild flowers and other flora at Westonbirt Arboretum and uncover the many uses, stories and traditions associated with each one.

Each walk starts...

Walkers with their dog enjoying the view from top of hill
Walking trails and routes

Walking is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Walking paths at Tidenham Chase will take you to both Offa's Dyke...

A sensing nature guide in green talks to a group of people, he stands by a felled log, which he has his hand placed on to feel the bark.

Let our visually impaired guides lead you through an immersive and interactive sensory experience that aims to shift your perception, enjoy the arboretum at a slower pace and...

Two women with their dogs walking through a conifer forest
Walking trails and routes

Get away from the crowds on this tranquil walk through the Spurlswood Valley. Wood ants and waterfalls are among the highlights on this walk.

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Forests are great places to walk with your dog. To help you get the best out of your walk please follow our dog walking guide.

Keep your dog close and in sight

• use a lead if...

Dog Sticking Tog Out
Carry water for both you and your dog. Take time to rest and seek shade in warmer weather and be careful not to over-exert your dog if it is a puppy, an older dog, suffers from an...
sunlight through conifers along woodland path

Situated to the east of Puddletown, Affpuddle offers an interesting landscape of both forest and heathland as well as views across the Purbeck Hills.

Popular with local dog...

Forest floor full of bluebells at West Woods

Set in the Chiltern Hills with amazing views over the surrounding countryside, a walk around this rich woodland reveals a great mix of habitats and plenty of paths to explore...

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With paths that twist and turn through the woodland, great views and open spaces, Wombwell Wood provides the perfect setting for your next outdoor adventure or even a stroll with...

Young family walking through the green forest

With a variety of mature birch and coniferous trees, Clowes Wood is an ideal location for walkers, especially those with dogs! 

Covering a total area of over 236 hectares, the...

Dog walking in autumn among leaves

Located on the northern edge of the Lark Valley, West Stow Wood is a diverse woodland with belts of old pine and oak as well as newly planted and mature conifers.

Dale pond supports...

Tree canopy with blue skies

Located within the South Downs National Park, West Harting down offers a network of paths and trails, making it very popular with dog walkers and horse-riders.  

The higher ground...

Two walkers in jeans and black tops walking with two spaniels
Walking trails and routes

Walking is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes. 

Enjoy unwaymarked walking in Great Plantation. We recommend study...

Family walking on a woodland trail
Walking trails and routes

At 6 miles, the Woodpecker Trail is the longest of the walks at Salcey. You'll meander through through oak, conifer, horse chestnut and a lovely area of beech as you enjoy your...

Autumnal forest scene with golden leaves on the trees and ground

With way marked trails for woodland walks, children’s play areas, Go Ape, orienteering trails and even a dog activity trail, you will not be stuck for something to do at Cannock...

A boy and a girl sitting on a bench with a golden retriever
Walking trails and routes

Walking is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Castle Neroche offers a variety of paths, bridleways, and forests tracks...

Group walking a dog in the forest

For safe, happy times and waggy tails please:

Keep your dog close and in sight

Use a lead if they don’t always return when called. Prevent your dog from going up to (or chasing)...
beech and oak tree

Found on the north end of the Quantock Ridge, enjoy glorious views over the Bristol Channel and across to Exmoor. This small wood is not well known by tourists making it a stunning...

Two walkers in jeans and black tops walking with two spaniels
Walking trails and routes

Walking in the woodland is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Take a walk along the Tarka Trail to follow the River...

Two walkers in jeans and black tops walking with two spaniels
Walking trails and routes

Walking in the forest is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of Wiltshire's most beautiful landscapes.

There are a variety of surfaced and non-surfaced paths...

Sence Valley walking
Walking trails and routes

Walking at Shillingstone Hill is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Walking family
Walking trails and routes

Walking in the woodland is the perfect way to get some fresh air. Explore the range of paths and tracks that run through the woodland.  

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Walking trails and routes

Walking in the forest is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore Northumberland's natural landscapes.

Explore Fourlaws on foot and discover its popular trails with...

Close-up of two people's walking boots stood on forest ground.
Walking trails and routes

Walking is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Affpuddle has a range of paths that run through the woodland. 

Two women walking towards trees in the forest
Walking trails and routes

Walking is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Harbottle has a range of public footpaths for you to explore the...

Close-up of two people's walking boots stood on forest ground.
Walking trails and routes

Walking in the woodland is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore the Lake District's most beautiful landscapes.

Explore Hardknott on its open access paths that run...

A man with his back to the camera, wearing walking boots, jeans, coat and hat, walking through the forest in winter.
Walking trails and routes

Seale Wood has a variety of open paths and grassy trails trails for you to explore. Perfect for family walks, tiring out your four-legged friend and just taking a moment away from...

Family walking at Simonside, near Rothbury
Walking trails and routes

Walking in the forest is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore Northumberland's most beautiful landscapes.

Explore Harwood on foot and discover its popular paths that...

Close-up of two people's walking boots stood on forest ground.
Walking trails and routes

Walking in the woodland is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Anderwood is a access gateway into the wider forest...

Family walking through pine forest
Walking trails and routes

Walking is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes. 

The Forest of Bere Trail starts from Woodend Car Park and takes you...

Two women walking towards trees in the forest
Walking trails and routes

Walking is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Wheldrake Woods has a range of open access paths and trails for you and...

Two walkers on a forest trail
Walking trails and routes

Walking is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes. 

Birklands has a variety of open paths and trails for you to discover.

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