Wandelgids Bakewell & Dovedale | Ordnance Survey

Explore ten easy-paced, family-friendly short walks across the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Originating from a Saxon term meaning ‘wooded hollows, amid gentle hills’, the AONB straddles six counties, and is best known for its honey-coloured stone cottages, lush rolling hills, and deeply-cut wooded valleys. Walks explore quieter corners of the region, covering fine gardens, rivers, parkland, and charming villages.       What to expect from Cotswolds Short Walks Made Easy:   • For quintessential Cotswold views, follow the trail from Broadway, escaping the crowds up a gently sloping hill to a sleepy hamlet and tempting tearooms   • Take a stroll down the magnificent Broad Ride in Cirencester Park, briefly enjoying the beautiful Roman town of Cirencester   • Have your camera ready to snap the country’s most photographed cottages at Arlington Row, whilst on an outing from Bibury   • Admiring formal gardens at the stately homes of Sudeley Castle and Blenheim Palace, you can…

Explore the castles and coast of Northumberland from Dunstanburgh to Hadrian’s Wall with ten walks suitable for all ages and abilities. Discover England’s most northerly county from the North Sea coast to the North Pennines on hand-picked, leisurely rambles for the whole family.   Northumberland Short Walks Made Easy include:   - Circle dramatic Bamburgh Castle, looking out to the Farne Islands from wildlife-rich dunes, and see the grave of lifeboat heroine Grace Darling - Enjoy the tranquility of secluded Wooler Common with its wealth of wildlife and ancient remains on the edge of the Cheviots - Start at picturesque Craster and follow the coast path to Dunstanburgh Castle, a rugged ruin perched on a rocky, wave-battered headland - Ramble the shores of Kielder Water, spot nesting ospreys and stumble upon the fascinating artworks in the forest - Follow Hadrian’s Wall from Cawfields near Haltwhistle to see the iconic Roman structure close up, with stunning views in both directions - Str…

Everybody can explore Snowdonia, from England and Wales’ highest mountain to magical medieval castles and the spectacular Conwy coastline, with these accessible, family-friendly walks. Get outside and active with the whole family amidst the mysterious legends and natural beauty of Snowdonia.   Snowdonia Short Walks Made Easy include:   - Take Victorian tramcars or the chairlift to the summit of the Great Orme, then wander wildflower-rich meadows for incredible views of the mountains, the sea and the Isle of Anglesey - Follow the Lôn Gwyrfai trail round beautiful Llyn y Gader through Beddgelert Forest to the lovely village, with views of Snowdon and Y Garn throughout - Get off the beaten track in the valley of Cwm Penamnen with views of the cliffs of Moel Sabod and the 13th-century Dolwyddelan castle - Discover Porthmadog on a fascinating walk over Borth-y-Gest headland, the ingenious Cob and the salt marshes home to many seabirds - Explore Dolgellau and the riverside walk to Penmaenpo…

Get outside and enjoy ten short leisurely strolls across the Brecon Beacons National Park, indulging in wonderful mountain views across Southern Britain’s hilliest terrain. With routes for all abilities, enjoy a diverse range of experiences, including waterfalls, woodlands, riversides and even 12th century castle ruins.   Brecon Beacons Short Walks Made Easy routes include:       • Discover great mountain views from relatively level ground with routes at Mynydd Illtud and Craig y Cilau   • Or for a more strenuous walk, the ascent of Sugar Loaf will reward your uphill efforts with stupendous views across the national park   • Enjoy the thunderous sounds of the spectacular cascading waterfalls of Sgŵd Clun-gwyn and Sgŵd yr Eira, some of Wales most impressive!   • Delve into the Usk Valley for soothing riverside rambles from Brecon and Abergavenny, blessed with stunning views southwards towards the park’s highest peaks   • Spot an abundance of wildlife from the towpath along the Monmouth…

Each walk features a simple-to-follow route profile and accompanying description and pictures, and new-look walk mapping that makes it easier for the user to focus on the route and the points of interest along the way.