The Best Walking Trails in England (United Kingdom)

Newbiggin - Smardale Viaduct circular.

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anneandmike

Distance

4.77mi

Elevation +

873f

TrailRank

42

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A very pleasant and easy walk mainly following part of the former Darlington to Keswick railway. The photos were taken on two separate days which explains the difference in weather. I hope the shots of the squirrel work ...

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Hurley - Henley-on-Thames

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Michael King00

Distance

7.11mi

Elevation +

161f

TrailRank

42

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Very picturesque walk along the Thames. We actually did it from Henley-on-Thames to Hurley Lock and back again but recorded only one leg. Unfortunately the weather was pretty bad for a lot of the time and makes the photo...

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Holybourne

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HelenVJ

Distance

8.97mi

Elevation +

446f

TrailRank

41

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The first part is the same as my Holybourne No.1. The second part to Upper Froyle is also mainly thru fields but includes a rarely used overgrown stretch plus a hazardous busy road crossing. A short section was muddy des...

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Gloucester Canal

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TugBoat

Distance

6.85mi

Elevation +

167f

TrailRank

41

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A walk into Gloucester via the canal. This way you see a slightly different side of Gloucester, quite different to the Cathedral area and what is now the centre of town. The canal takes you past the old factory areas and...

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Blickling Estate (Mausoleum + Lake walk)

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serra08

Distance

3.61mi

Elevation +

115f

TrailRank

41

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Easy walk around the Blickling Estate. This 4600 acre park is surrounding Blickling Hall. To complete the walk there is no need to pay the entry fee to the house. However, there is a £5 day car park fee. It is a great p...

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Putney to Richmond on the north Thames pathway

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Michael King00

Distance

11.75mi

Elevation +

46f

TrailRank

41

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A nice flat walk mostly along the river. However, it is very easy to lose the Thames Path at times near Syon house. We even saw a wild fox sitting on the roof of a houseboat on our walk! See photo 16.

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Holy Island (Lindisfarne) Circular

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huw llewellyn

Distance

4.57mi

Elevation +

85f

TrailRank

41

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A circular walk starting from the visitor’s car park on Lindisfarne. WARNING Lindisfarne Island is connected to the mainland by a causeway which is only negotiable at certain times dependent on tides. You need to consul...

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Bourley Woods No1

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HelenVJ

Distance

8.11mi

Elevation +

354f

TrailRank

41

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Free parking at start. From Aldershot towards Fleet in Bourley Woods to Caesars Camp. Attempted to follow in May 2020 but blocked off for Army training.

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Finchampstead

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HelenVJ

Distance

5.48mi

Elevation +

177f

TrailRank

41| 4.0

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Finchampstead circular, passing Eversley. Great walk although there were several long narrow stretches of paths only suitable for single file walking. Not so good for walking with friends but good for walking with folks...

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Cromford Black Rocks

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anneandmike

Distance

4.83mi

Elevation +

748f

TrailRank

41| 4.67

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A unique place to visit. Keep an eye on your children as the rocks can be dangerous as well as exiting. Note: We did not follow the ideal route to the rocks and the section between waymarks `A` and`B` is a `traced on`. ...

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Hankley Common and Frencham

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HelenVJ

Distance

10.49mi

Elevation +

453f

TrailRank

40

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This is a very scenic walk from Hankey Common to Frencham. It is hilly in a few places although the most challenging aspect is the mainly sandy paths. It can be hard going at times, so great exercise if that's the aim. T...

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Essex Way: Wrabness to Mistley

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squiggles

Distance

7.42mi

Elevation +

276f

TrailRank

40

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Following the Essex Way from Wrabness railway station to Mistley station. The walk could easily be reversed. Very flat, but rather windy the day we walked. Passing Grayson Perry’s A House for Essex, a tribute to the fic...

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Shipham. In the woods, away with the fairies

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FabFiona

Distance

10.58mi

Elevation +

1283f

TrailRank

40

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Lovely circular walk. Woodland, Streams, Heathland, Pastures & WW2 bunkers..... oh and a snake coming out of hibernation.

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Great Yarmouth to Burgh Castle (Angles Way)

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griff-32

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Distance

5.20mi

Elevation +

36f

TrailRank

40

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Ist section of Angles Way. Full details and link to interactive map at http://www.norfolk.gov.uk/Leisure_and_culture/Norfolk_Trails/Short_and_circular_walks/Angles_Way/index.html. We parked in King Street Car Park, wal...

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Burton Bradstock - Abbotsbury. Via South West Coast Path

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julia.mawson

Distance

7.05mi

Elevation +

220f

TrailRank

40

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Tough tiring hiking over Pea shingle beach. Marked as difficult due to this. Poor weather so called it a day at Abbotsbury which my feet will thank me for. I also saw a sign for summer route maybe this is through fields ...

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Combe Hill and Polden Way.

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Danny Leeman

Distance

6.02mi

Elevation +

390f

TrailRank

40

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Ample parking is available at the start of this ‘b’ shaped trail which offers spectacular views to the surrounding countryside from the Polden Hills. To make this a circular trail leave the Polden Way above Hurcot and fo...

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The Full Circuit

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GHF

Distance

5.69mi

Elevation +

417f

TrailRank

39

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Long loop walk really enjoyable walk through town past the castle and down to river following the river towards the Abbey. some fields on this walk may have cattle such as cows and sheep so if walking with a dog a lead i...

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Marlow Hambleden circular

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Barney Coll

Distance

12.49mi

Elevation +

217f

TrailRank

39| 2.0

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Lovely 12 mile circular walk on both sides of the Thames featuring a golf course, wooden Lion statues, a little known tunnel, 3 locks, crossing the river on a 100 yard weir bridge, a deer park, views of Danesfield House ...

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Clent Hills, North Worcestershire Path, Monarch's Way, Waseley Country Park, Hagley House Church & Park, Uffmoor Wood.

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Pete Goodyear

Distance

20.54mi

Elevation +

2113f

TrailRank

39

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Some bits boggy after rain. Lots of options to shorten. Lots of pubs & excellent NT tearoom. I started from C & Camping Club site where I stayed, non-members welcome.

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The Dove Burger Walk

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JPThree

Distance

6.98mi

Elevation +

36f

TrailRank

39

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A loop on a small part of the Thames River Path. Start at Hammersmith Station and end at the Dove for a burger and a few pints. Stop along the way at a number of pubs for a few more pints. Great views all year round.

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Whitby Loop

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huw llewellyn

Distance

6.49mi

Elevation +

505f

TrailRank

39

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An easy walk starting at the car park near Whitby Abbey. First the a spectacular cliff top path to the south of Whitby with great views (including a cliff face with nesting Kittiwakes in the breeding season). Then loopin...

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Burham Medway Valley Circular

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squiggles

Distance

6.56mi

Elevation +

640f

TrailRank

39

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Starting from Burham, walking up to Bluebell Hill and passing close by to Kits Coty. This walk could be added to onto my earlier Kits Coty circular walk to extend the walk. The path up through the woods is steep but rew...

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Berkeley Deer Park

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TugBoat

Distance

4.07mi

Elevation +

308f

TrailRank

39

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This walk along the ridge line offers spectacular views across the Severn, and also back towards the Tyndale Monument. The management of the area would like you to stick to the official path, so there are lots of sign...

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Coughton, Spernall, Coughton Court Circular

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Milliepeed

Distance

3.47mi

Elevation +

213f

TrailRank

39

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Done at the early ramp up of Coronavirus. More people about than we’ve ever seen before. A beautiful walk encompassing Felix Dennis’s Relatively newly planted Heart of England Forest

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Chidham Cobnor circular

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olivestorecottage

Distance

5.01mi

Elevation +

200f

TrailRank

39

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A beautiful walk around the Chidham peninsula of Chichester Harbour. There is a short section that may not be passable for about 1 hour before and after high tide. You can make a diversion through the field next to the b...

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