Go Outdoors
Best gifts for walkers: 33 top presents for hikers
The best practical presents walkers will love at a range of different price points.
Best fleeces for men and women tested for 2024: our ultimate guide to the must-have midlayer
Looking to beat the chill, or in need of a new midlayer? We review the best fleeces on the market.
Best down jackets to beat the cold: tested for 2024
Helen Webster puts eight of the best down jackets to the test
Best walking poles tested in 2024: hiking poles for all abilities
Walking poles for casual country rambles and longer treks
Beaver Moon 2024: how to see this week's supermoon
Everything you need to know about the Beaver Moon, including how to see it this year, what time it appears and why it's called the Beaver Moon.
What's new?
Britain's best Christmas markets 2024
Find the perfect Christmas present and enjoy an afternoon drinking mulled wine and eating delicious festive treats with our guide to the best Christmas markets to visit in the UK in 2024
Wood fire guide: how to burn firewood, how to light a fire and best wood to burn
As the nights draw in, there’s nothing cosier than a crackling log fire or warming wood burner. Here's our expert guide on how to burn firewood, the best firewood to burn for the perfect blaze and tips on how to light a fire
Fancy a canal boat holiday? Here's all you need to know about hiring a canal boat, including how much it will cost you - All aboard now!
Take the slow lane and enjoy a tranquil, watery amble along our canals
Where to ski and snowboard in Scotland, England and the rest of the UK
Hit the slopes without leaving the UK with our guide to the best places to ski and snowboard in the UK.
Discover Doggerland, the prehistoric land that once bridged the UK with the rest of Europe - until it was claimed by the sea
Did you know land that once connected Britain to mainland Europe? Here's what it would have looked like
Camping
Coleman Battery Guard 600L lantern review
Looking for a traditional camping lantern to illuminate your family trip? The Coleman Battery Guard 600L lantern's got you covered.
The best camping lanterns and lights reviewed in 2024: enjoy the outdoors for longer
Looking to read in your tent, or cook under the stars? Browse BBC Countryfile Magazine's review of the best camping lanterns available to buy.
Summer Solstice 2024: A brief guide to the longest day of the year
The longest day of the year, known as the Summer Solstice, is celebrated throughout the UK every year. Our guide explains when and why the Summer Solstice occurs.
Days Out
Britain's most haunted places - do you dare to visit one at night?
From ancient castles to haunted hills and scary inns, discover the most haunted places in the UK with BBC Countryfile Magazine's spooky guide
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Have a chilling encounter with Mary, Queen of Scots and other ghosts at Britain’s most haunted castles
Britain's historical castles are shrouded in mystery and bloodthirsty battle tales – our ghastly guide looks at the chilling stories behind Britain's most haunted castles.
Gear
Best waterproof jackets for men and women tested by experts: for hiking in comfort in 2024
Keep the rain firmly out whatever the conditions with a waterproof jacket we've tested in the elements.
The best water shoes reviewed in 2024: we explore from streams to shores
Whether you're a wild swimmer, a water sports fan, or a paddling enthusiast, pop on a pair of water shoes for a more comfortable experience
We pick up our paddles and take to the water to test the best inflatable kayaks for 2024
Looking for a more lightweight and portable way to enjoy your love of kayaking? Fi Darby tests five inflatable kayaks in our tried and tested review.
Get active
Britain's best surfing beaches revealed: where to catch the perfect wave
Surfs up! Go catch a wave at one of the UK's best surfing beaches
Learning to scuba dive? Here's an essential guide to the equipment - and the lingo - if you want to speak like a pro
The experts at PADI explain all you need to know about scuba diving gear and its lingo
Stunning new - but tough - multi-day cycle route opens across West Midlands and Welsh borders: Marcher Castles Way route showcases best of area
Cycling UK, the people behind the King Alfred's Way bikepacking hit, announce another new history-loaded cycling route, this time in the West Midlands and Wales
Historic places
Why is the poppy a symbol of remembrance?
How did the poppy become a symbol of remembrance? We recount how this pretty red flower came to represent the fallen.
Why some places are more 'thankful' than others. Discover the shameful secret behind the villages with no war memorial
We track down Britain's thankful villages
Britain's wonkiest houses: 5 bewildering buildings that defy the laws of gravity
Would you dare enter these crooked buildings?
Travel Planner
The ultimate guide to The Hebrides - Scotland's secret paradise
Your perfect Hebridean adventure starts here…
Best places to stay for birdwatchers in 2024
Spend the day spotting birds on the wing then fall asleep to the hoots and calls of the wild in a birders’ paradise
Best literary festivals to visit in 2023
With the Bath festival kicking off the season of literature events, here are the unmissable happenings for book lovers throughout the UK this year.
Walks
We've compiled the best places to walk in the United Kingdom, so you can find the perfect walk near you or at your next holiday destination.
All our walk reports have been curated by the Countryfile team and include maps, route directions, walking distances, and times wherever possible.
We've divided the UK by counties to help you quickly find the right route. Looking for a specific walk? Try using the site search at the top right of this page.
Best autumn walks in the UK: discover stunning trails through golden forests and scenic countryside
The arrival of autumn sees the British countryside transform into a spectacular display of oranges, reds, yellows and golds – experience this seasonal splendour with our pick of the best autumn walks in the UK.
Best walks in Wiltshire: Explore scenic trails through beautiful countryside, woodlands, and ancient landmarks
Hike along winding towpaths and wooded valleys in one of England's most beautiful counties and take in the best walks in Wiltshire.
Best walks in Staffordshire: Discover scenic trails, hidden gems, and breathtaking views
From the atmospheric ridges of The Roaches to the gorgeous heathlands and woodlands of Cannock Chase, here are a few of our favourite walks in Staffordshire
