Woodland & Forest Walks: Wander Through the Trees

Step off the beaten track and into the shade of the trees. These woodland and forest walks are all about calm, quiet, and reconnecting with nature. Whether you’re crunching through autumn leaves, following winding paths beneath ancient oaks, or spotting bluebells in spring, there’s something magical about walking in the woods. Ideal for slower-paced strolls, family days out, or just a bit of peace and birdsong.

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  Stac Pollaidh Circular Walk – East Summit, Loch Lurgainn & Assynt Mountain Views, Northwest Highlands, Scotland
  This short but spectacular Stac Pollaidh circular walk starts from the car park near Loch Lurgainn and climbs anti-clockwise towards the ridge and East Summit before looping back around the mountain on the Stac Pollaidh trail. It may only be around 4.5 miles, but this is a walk that massively over-delivers.
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  Kinder Scout Circular Walk from Edale – Peak District Plateau, Jacob’s Ladder & Kinder Downfall Hike
  This Kinder Scout Circular Walk is one of the classic Peak District adventures and a route that every UK walker should experience at least once. Starting from the village of Edale, the walk climbs steadily onto the vast plateau of Kinder Scout, the highest point in the Peak District National Park.
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  Old Harry Rocks & Studland Peninsula Circular Walk – 10 Miles / 16 km Dorset, Jurassic Coast Hike
  Hiking to Old Harry Rocks is one of the finest coastal walks in southern England. Starting from the dunes and beaches of Studland, the route combines dramatic chalk cliffs, ancient heathland, peaceful woodland, nature reserves and some of the most famous sea stacks in Britain.
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  Cwm Llwch Horseshoe Circular Walk from Cwm Gwdi – Pen y Fan, Llyn Cwm Llwch & Tommy Jones Memorial
  This is one of the best circular mountain days in the whole of the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park. Starting quietly from the hidden Cwm Gwdi Car Park, the route climbs steadily onto the long ridge beneath Pen y Fan before looping around the dramatic glacial bowl of Cwm Llwch and dropping past the beautiful waters of Llyn Cwm Llwch.
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  Tall Trees Trail, Blackwater Arboretum Circular Walk – Ancient Giant Redwoods and Douglas Firs Trees in the New Forest
  This is one of the easiest and most accessible walks in the New Forest, and it’s very special. The Tall Trees Trail at Blackwater Arboretum takes you through a section of forest packed with enormous Douglas firs, redwoods and ornamental trees planted here over a century ago. Some of them absolutely tower above the path, giving parts of the walk a real Pacific Northwest sort of feel, not something you expect in southern England.
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  Burley to Whitten Pond Circular Walk – New Forest Heathland Loop via Shappen Bottom
  This is a walk that shows off the New Forest at its best, it has wide open heathland, ancient woodland edges, wild ponies roaming freely, and that feeling of space you don’t always get in the south of England. Starting from the village of Burley, the route heads straight out onto the common before drifting into quieter areas like Shappen Bottom and Whitten Pond. It’s not a tough walk, but it’s one you’ll remember for the atmosphere alone.
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  Cinque Torri Circular Walk from Bai de Dones via WW1 Open Air Museum (Cortina d’Ampezzo), Dolomites.
  This is a brilliant circular walk that shows off Cinque Torri with it’s big limestone towers, easy-going alpine paths, cracking rifugios, and a real dose of First World War history. Starting from Bai de Dones, you climb steadily up to the towers, loop past Rifugio Cinque Torri and Rifugio Scoiattoli, explore the open-air museum.
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  Japanese Alps Hike: Kamikochi to Karasawa (Karasawa Cirque), Matsumoto – Chubusangaku National Park, Northern Alps, Japan
  Kamikochi → Karasawa is the kind of hike that feels like it belongs on a “best of Japan” list. The first part is a gentle valley wander (rivers, bridges, forest, that clean alpine air), then it gradually gets more serious as you push towards Yokoo and up into Karasawa Cirque. You don’t need ropes or anything technical for the standard trail, but you do need decent legs, it’s a long day if you’re not staying overnight.
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  Hindhead Common & Devil’s Punch Bowl – The National Trust’s Highcombe Circular Hike, Surrey, South East England.
  This classic loop on Hindhead Common and the Devil’s Punch Bowl is the National Trust’s Highcombe Hike – a short but punchy circuit that packs in big views, deep woodland and a cracking bit of history. You start on open heath above the Punch Bowl, looking across one of Surrey’s wildest natural amphitheatres, then follow the rim left towards Gibbet Hill, a high point with huge views over the Weald and all the way to the South Downs.
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  Talgarth, Pwll-y-Wrach Waterfall, Rhos Fach & Talgarth Mill Circular Walk – Black Mountains, Bannau Brycheiniog
  This 7-mile circular starts in the town of Talgarth and managed to feel like a proper little adventure without ever being a big “mountain day”. You head out of town to Pwll-y-Wrach, a woodland waterfall wrapped in folklore and local history, then climb steadily up onto quieter lanes and open farmland with the Black Mountains and Y Grib sitting proudly above.
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  Gospel Pass, Twmpa (Lord Hereford’s Knob), Capel-y-ffin & Offa’s Dyke to Hay Bluff Circular Walk – Black Mountains, Bannau Brycheiniog
  This 10-mile circular from Gospel Pass strings together some of the best bits of the Black Mountains in one hit. You start high on Wales’ highest road pass, climb up to Twmpa (Lord Hereford’s Knob), then drop into a wild, glaciated-feeling valley where the Nant Bwch stream runs away below you. From there you wander right down to the tiny Church of St Mary the Virgin in Capel-y-ffin, before a steep zig-zag haul puts you back on the tops at Black Mountain South Top.
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  Caban Coch, Garreg Ddu, Pen Y Garreg & Craig Goch Reservoirs & Dams Circular Walk – Elan Valley, Powys, Mid Wales
  This circular walk starting close to the Elan Valley Visitor Centre is a great way to explore three of the estate’s most iconic dams. You start near the Craigddu Dam, follow the Elan Valley Trail alongside the still, mirror-like waters of Penygarreg Reservoir, continue to the impressive Craig Goch Dam, then loop back on the west side of the valley towards Garreg Ddu.
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  Pontsticill Reservoir (Taf Fechan) 5 Mile Circular Walk – Bannau Brycheiniog National Park near Merthyr
  This one’s a cracking 5-mile loop around Pontsticill Reservoir (Taf Fechan). You start from a small car park on the west side, nip across the dam straight away, and follow the lakeside path around to the bell-mouth spillway at the northern dam.
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  Blagdon Lake Circular Walk – Mendip Hills, lakeside paths, wooded tracks, open farmland, and plenty of Somerset charm.
  This is a proper countryside wander: lakeside paths, wooded tracks, open farmland, and plenty of Mendip charm. Blagdon Lake was created in 1898 as part of Bristol’s water supply system, and today it’s a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest, brilliant for birdwatching. The route follows the shore for a good chunk before looping back through fields and quiet lanes, with cracking views across to the hills.
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  Corvara to Pisciadù Waterfall via Tru dles Cascades, Passo Gardena & Rifugio Jimmy to Colfosco Loop – Dolomites
  Starting right in Corvara, this loop stitches together a bit of everything: the waterfall walk on Tru dles Cascades (Path 28), a steady climb to Passo Gardena on Path 650, a short pop up to Rifugio Jimmy on Path 8, then a scenic cruise down through Colfosco back to town. It’s a full, satisfying day out with constant views of the Sella towers and Sassongher, plus easy food/water stops if you want them.
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  Pralongià Plateau Panorama Loop from Corvara, viewpoints of the Sella, Marmolada and Sassongher – Dolomites, Italy
  Pralongià is the easy win in Alta Badia: you ride up from Corvara, land on a rolling meadow plateau, and spend the day linking viewpoints and huts with the Sella, Marmolada and Sassongher in constant view. The paths are wide and well signed, you can keep things short or stretch it out, and there’s always a rifugio not far away for a coffee or a bowl of soup.
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  Alpe di Siusi (Seiser Alm) Panorama Loop, Europe’s biggest high Meadow from Ortisei – Dolomites, Italy
  This is a laid-back day out on Europe’s biggest high meadow. The cable car from Ortisei take you to the Alpe di Siusi plateau, where wide paths and rolling grassland make for easy going. You’ll loop past viewpoints and huts for lunch and coffee, with views of the Sassolungo/Sassopiatto group most of the way. You can keep it short and sweet, or wander further if the legs are happy.
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  Alpe Resciesa Hike & Holy Cross Chapel Loop from Ortisei. Resciesa Funicular Ride, Rifugio Malga Brogles & Ridge Walk – Dolomites, Italy
  This walk is a crowd-pleaser without being over the top. From Ortisei, the Resciesa funicular takes you straight to the ridge so you can spend your energy on the walks: experiencing the rolling meadows, sweeping views, and you’ll get to visit to a couple of classic alpine spots. The highlights are Rifugio Malga Brogles, tucked under the Odle peaks, and the Holy Cross Chapel which sits out on the edge of the pasture overlooking the valley below.
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  Seceda Ridgeline Hike using Cable Car up from Ortisei, then return walk back via Popular Huts – Dolomites, Italy
  From the town of Ortisei (1,245m), you’ll take the Ortisei–Furnes gondola, then transfer onto the Furnes–Seceda cable car which whisks you up to 2,500m in minutes. At the top it’s just a short stroll to the famous Seceda viewpoint — the sharp ridgeline of the Odle–Geisler peaks is one of the Dolomites’ most iconic sights.
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  Mount Fuji Yoshida Trail – Climbing Japan’s Highest Peak at (3,776m) from Yamanashi, the North Side.
  The Yoshida Trail is the most popular route up Mount Fuji, starting from the 5th Station at around 2,300m and climbing to the summit at 3,776m. It’s busy, especially during the official climbing season (July–early September), but the infrastructure of huts, signposts, and safety patrols make it the most accessible way to reach the top. The reward: standing above the clouds to watch the sunrise from Japan’s highest point.
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  Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage (Temples 1–6, Tokushima): Starting at Ryozen-ji passing shrines, farm lanes and quiet suburban streets to reach Anraku-ji, Shikoku, Japan.
  This featured day walk covers Temples 1–6 of the Shikoku pilgrimage, starting at Ryozen-ji and passing village shrines, farm lanes and quiet suburban streets to reach Anraku-ji. It’s a perfect first taste of the henro way, as you have easy gradients, good signage, and lots of small experiences like bell rings, incense, and the first temple stamps in your nōkyōchō. You can keep going further (Temples 7–10), or return to Tokushima for the night.
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  Nakasendō Trail (Kiso Valley), Magome to Tsumago – One of Edo-period Japan’s great highways with mountain passes between Kyoto and Edo (Tokyo).
  The Nakasendō was one of Edo-period Japan’s great highways, threading mountain passes between Kyoto and Edo (Tokyo). Its Kiso Valley section — especially Magome → Tsumago — is the most beloved day walk: 8–9 km of cobbles, forest lanes, tea houses and rice terraces, with an optional continuation to Nagiso for a longer day. It’s living history underfoot, and one of Japan’s most photogenic rambles.
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  Kōyasan Choishi-michi Trail from Kudoyama (Jison-in) to Kōyasan – Sacred Pilgrimage via Mount Kōya, Japan
  The Choishi-michi is the classic pilgrim approach to Kōyasan. Beginning at Jison-in in Kudoyama, it follows stone waymarkers (the choishi) as it climbs into cedar forests and along old mountain lanes to the bright vermilion Daimon Gate on Kōyasan’s ridge. At roughly 21 km, it’s a full day on the feet — but the rhythm of shrines, statues, and tea-stop hamlets turns the climb into a meditative journey.
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  Kohechi Route, Kii Mountains from Kōyasan to Hongu, crossing 1,000m-class passes and dropping into remote river valleys – Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Trail, Japan
  The Kohechi cuts straight through the heart of the Kii Mountains from Kōyasan to Hongu, crossing multiple 1,000m-class passes and dropping into remote river valleys. It’s shorter than Nakahechi (roughly 65–70 km) but typically feels tougher: steep ascents, equally steep descents, and long, quiet stretches between tiny settlements. This is the pilgrimage route for hikers who like solitude, big climbs, and the reward of onsen towns at day’s end. Recommended for experienced walkers.
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  Hiking the Nakahechi Trail, Kumano Kodo, a UNESCO World Heritage Pilgrimage Route Guide – The Kii Peninsula (Wakayama), Japan.
  The Nakahechi is the most popular section of the Kumano Kodo, one of only two UNESCO World Heritage pilgrimage networks in the world (the other being the Camino de Santiago in Spain). This sacred trail winds through the misty mountains of the Kii Peninsula, taking pilgrims from Tanabe inland through quiet cedar forests, tiny mountain hamlets, and ancient stone paths to the Grand Shrines of Kumano.
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  Bosherston Lily Ponds & Coastal Circular – 6.5 Miles Pembrokeshire Walk, includes Barafundle Bay, Stackpole Head, Saddle Point, and Broad Haven South Beach.
  This varied 6.5-mile / 10.5 km circular walk starts at the Bosherston Lily Ponds National Trust car park and takes in serene lakes, historic bridges, sheltered harbours, golden beaches, and dramatic cliff-top views. Following the Stackpole Wildlife Walk and sections of the Pembrokeshire Coast Path, the route includes highlights like the 8 Arch Bridge, Stackpole Quay, Barafundle Bay, Stackpole Head, Saddle Point, and Broad Haven South Beach. It’s a moderate walk with a little bit of everything Pembrokeshire has to offer.
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  Waun Fach Circular – 16 km Ridge Walk from Mynydd Du Car Park, via Chwarel y Fan, Rhos Dirion and Pen y Manllwyn.
  This classic high ridge walk (approx. 16 km / 10 miles) explores the eastern escarpment of the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park. Starting from Blaen-y-Cwm, it climbs steeply to the airy summit of Chwarel y Fan, the eastern most 2000-footer in Wales, and follows the remote Cambrian Way over Rhos Dirion, Pen y Manllwyn and the eroded dome of Waun Fach, the highest peak in the Black Mountains.
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  Hadrians Wall Circular Walk – 11km Loop from Steel Rigg, visiting Housesteads Roman Fort Museum and Vindolanda Roman Garrison.
  This rewarding 101km Hadrian’s Wall circular takes you through one of the most iconic sections of the UNESCO-listed frontier — including the dramatic ridge near Steel Rigg, the famed Sycamore Gap (made famous by Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves), and atmospheric Roman ruins at Housesteads Fort.
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  Mam Tor Circular Walk – 10km Peak District Hike from Castleton in Derbyshire, with Big Ridge Views
  The Mam Tor Circular is one of the most iconic ridge walks in the Peak District. This 8km loop from Castleton offers unbeatable views, steady climbs, and dramatic landscape shaped by landslides and geology. It’s a classic hike that packs in a lot without needing a full day out.
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  Buttermere Circular Walk – One of the Lake District’s Best Low-Level All Abilities Lake Walks.
  If you’re looking for an easy, photogenic walk in the Lake District, Buttermere is a solid gold classic. This circular lake route is suitable for all abilities and has everything you could want from a short low-level walk – mountain views, waterfalls, woodland, and reflections galore.
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  Old Man of Coniston Circular Walk – 11km Coniston Lake Hike passing Brown Pike, Buck Pike & Dow Crag
  The Old Man of Coniston is one of the most popular hikes in the Lake District — and for good reason. This route gives you big views, mountain tarns, and a real summit feel without being too technical. It’s a proper day out in the fells, ideal for walkers looking to step up from the lower-level routes.
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  Richmond Park Circular Walk – The Tamsin Trail & King Henry’s Mound has Wild Deer, Views & Woodland in the Heart of Greater London.
  Richmond Park is one of the best urban walking spots in the UK. Despite being just 30 minutes from Central London, it feels like a true escape – with open grasslands, ancient oak trees, and hundreds of free-roaming deer. For other Greater London walks, check out my Tube Trekking section, for other off the main tourist area routes, which start and end at various Tube Stations.
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  Cat Bells Walk, Lake District – A Classic, Short, Circular Ridge Walk with Big Views over Derwentwater.
  Cat Bells is a small but iconic fell standing proud above Derwentwater. It’s one of the most walked routes in the Lake District, and with good reason. It’s a short walk, it’s accessible, and it rewards you with classic Lakeland views across lakes, fells and valleys. If you’re looking for a perfect half-day hike, this is it.
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  Malham Cove and Gordale Scar Walk, Yorkshire Dales – Limestone Cliffs, Waterfalls, and Wild Scenery
  Malham Cove is one of the most spectacular short walks in the Yorkshire Dales. Starting from the pretty village of Malham, this circular route takes in dramatic limestone scenery, including the mighty Gordale Scar, Janet’s Foss waterfall, and the iconic Malham Cove, a huge curved limestone cliff featured in *Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows*.
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  Helvellyn via Striding Edge Walk – 8 Mile Circular Walk from Glenridding in the Lake District, Cumbria, North England.
  Helvellyn is the third highest peak in England and has become a favourite for walkers thanks to the stunning views and its legendary ridges — Striding Edge and Swirral Edge. This 9 mile circular walk starts from Glenridding and follows a classic route up via Striding Edge to the summit of Helvellyn, before looping back down via Swirral Edge and past Red Tarn.
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  Llanthony Priory circular up to Hatterall ridge via Black Mountain South Top, along Offa’s Dyke path on the Wales, England border.
  LLanthony Priory is a partly ruined former Augustinian Priory, in the secluded Vale of Ewyas, a steep-sided once-glaciated valley within the Black Mountains area of the Brecon Beacons National Park in Monmouthshire. Above the priory sits ‘Hatterall Hill & Ridge’ on the border of England & Wales, which this route takes you on, before making your way down close to Black Mountain South Top, and returning to the priory, for a great welcome at the cafe/bar.
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  RSPB Newport Wetlands: I Signed Up & walked the beautiful Reedbeds along the Severn Estuary to see the Waterbirds and Dragonflies
  It’s Autumn in South Wales, and you have so many opportunities to see its beauty at this time of year, you can drive and walk through the Wye Valley, the… Read more: RSPB Newport Wetlands: I Signed Up & walked the beautiful Reedbeds along the Severn Estuary to see the Waterbirds and Dragonflies
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  Clytha Park Circular Walk – Coed y Bwnydd Iron Age Hillfort, Bettws Newydd Hamlet & Clytha Castle Folly.
  Ramble through an 18th-century estate, taking in the wildlife-rich River Usk and Coed y Bwnydd – the largest and one of the best preserved hillforts in Monmouthshire. There are beautiful views of the Sugar Loaf, wider Usk Valley and Clytha Castle, one of Wales’s most outstanding 18th-century follies.
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  Beacon Batch on Black Down Hill, Circular Hike through Rowberrow Warren Wood, Mendip Hills, Somerset
  Cheddar Gorge has so much to offer, we walked the ‘Cliff-Top Circular Walk’, had magnificent views of the Mendips & Somerset and beyond, climbed the ‘Lookout Tower, descended Jacobs Ladder’ then enjoyed ice cream, shopping and some beautiful water gardens in ‘Cheddar Gorge’ town, which is nestled between the gorge cliff sides.
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  Cheddar Gorge Cliff-Top Circular Walk, Jacob’s Ladder & Lookout Tower overlooking the Mendips.
  Cheddar Gorge has so much to offer, we walked the ‘Cliff-Top Circular Walk’, had magnificent views of the Mendips & Somerset and beyond, climbed the ‘Lookout Tower, descended Jacobs Ladder’ then enjoyed ice cream, shopping and some beautiful water gardens in ‘Cheddar Gorge’ town, which is nestled between the gorge cliff sides.
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  Hike to Fantapytten from Høllesliheia – Lysefjord’s Infinity Pool, A return hike along several Mountain Cliffs and Gorges with Out of thie World Panoramic View-points.
  Hiking to Fantapytten, Lysefjord’s ‘Infinity Pool’, is a tough task, and should not be tried if you have mobility issues, or you’re not used to hiking. BUT, if you can do it, it will take your breath away, it’s a brand new trail, and you’ll spend approximately 75% of your time close along the fjord.
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  Hike to Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock), Norway’s Most Famous Trek – 604m above the Lysefjord.
  Hiking to Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock), the flat top tower that gives you a viewing platofrm 604 metres above the Lysefjord. This is one of the most popular mountain hikes in Norway, with over 300,000 hikers visiting the rock every year.
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  The Skirrid (Ysgyryd Fawr) Circular Walk in the Black Mountains, Abergavenny
  The Skirrid is the smallest of the 3 in Abergavenny, but I think it may have the best views in every direction, and if you can get up there for a sunset, you will be able to see the sun drop right behind the sugar loaf opposite, it is an amazing experience.
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  Four Waterfalls Walk from Gwaun Hepste Car Park – Take in Sgwd Clun-Gwyn, Sgwd Isaf Clun-Gwyn, Sgwd y Pannwr and Sgwd yr Eira
  The Four Waterfalls Walk in the Bannau Brycheiniog is one of the best walks you can do, and although quite a tough day, it is definitely a family day, and you even get to walk under a waterfall.
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  Sugar Loaf 7 Mile Circular Walk, Abergavenny – Up St Mary’s Vale Wood, Down Deri Allt Valley
  This is the very first mountain I hiked up, and for a long time it was the only one I did every Sunday morning, and gradually I built up the confidence and the kit to go explore other places, but this mountain is a classic, and it has fantastic views, and the good thing is, it has easier & harder routes up and you can add it into other routes just as easily.
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  Watkin Path – Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) Circular Walk in Eryri National Park via South Ridge, Snowdonia, North Wales.
  The Watkin Path is one of six routes up to the summit of Yr Wyddfa, and in my opinion it is the toughest, the steep slopes near the top particulary from the Rhyd Ddu Path are challenging, and not to be underestimated. The first part however is an easy gradual climb through the tree’s and then as you enter the clear, you will see the peak and also the Rhaeadrau Waterfalls which you will pass, and maybe as we did, have a little swim in!
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  Tre Cime di Lavaredo (Three Peaks) Circular Trail from Lago d’Antorno, Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
  Region: Tre Cime di Lavaredo, Ampezzo, Dolomites, Italy Places To Stay: To hike the Tre Cime di Lavaredo, you can stay in Dobbiaco, San Candido or slightly further away you… Read more: Tre Cime di Lavaredo (Three Peaks) Circular Trail from Lago d’Antorno, Dolomites, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
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  Blorenge Circular Walk from Llanfoist Crossing Car Park via the Punchbowl, Fox Hunters & Keepers Pond – Abergavenny.
  The Blorenge is one of three mountains that surround the town of Abergavenny, the other two which you can see from the top are the Sugar Loaf and the Skirrid. These are a part of the Black Mountains at the foot of the Brecon Beacons and at the bottom of the Blorenge is the Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal, which you will walk under as you start this walk.
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  Lago Di Sorapis (Lake Sorapis) Trail Number 215 Circular Hike, at the foot of Dito di Dio (“Finger of God”). Ampezzo, Dolomites.
  Region: Cortina d’Ampezzo — Ampezzo Valley, Dolomites, Italy Places To Stay: Stay central in Cortina d’Ampezzo for buses, shops and easy starts. If you prefer something quieter Corvara, Canazei and… Read more: Lago Di Sorapis (Lake Sorapis) Trail Number 215 Circular Hike, at the foot of Dito di Dio (“Finger of God”). Ampezzo, Dolomites.
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  Crickhowell, Llangattock Escarpment Circular up to Craig Y Cilau & a Visit to Eglwys Faen or Church Cave
  Crickhowell and Llangattock have a large number of hiking and walking routes in and around the villages and mountains, and this once again starts in the Crickhowell Secondary school car park, which is always available to park in as I mostly head out on Sundays, so when visiting Crickhowell, be sure to try that School car park first.
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  Twmbarlwm Circular Walk – Iron Age Hill Fort walk above Cwmcarn, South Wales
  Many people will know this area for different reasons, the Cwmcarn forest drive is very popular and a really nice day out, and this mountain is also very popular with mountain bikers, and add in the Twmbarlwm Walk, and you have an all-round beautiful spot for everyone, this is a beautiful walk, topped off with a visit to the Iron Age Hillfort.
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  Symonds Yat Circular Walk – King Arthurs Cave, Biblins Bridge, Hearkening Rock, Symonds Yat Rock & the River Wye
  At Symonds Yat the views and the natural beauty are the star attractions, but there are also many points of interest, and for us that included King Arthurs Cave, Biblins… Read more: Symonds Yat Circular Walk – King Arthurs Cave, Biblins Bridge, Hearkening Rock, Symonds Yat Rock & the River Wye
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  Bristol – Clifton Suspension Bridge, Leigh Woods, the Rock Slide, River Avon & Clifton Observatory Circular
  Region: Clifton, Bristol, England Places To Stay: Base yourself in Clifton for bookshops, pubs, cafes, restaurants and easy access to Clifton Bridge or stay anywhere in Somerset if you want… Read more: Bristol – Clifton Suspension Bridge, Leigh Woods, the Rock Slide, River Avon & Clifton Observatory Circular
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  Dragons Back & Waun Fach Circular from Pengenffordd, Black Mountains in the Bannau Brycheiniog. Second highest peak in Southern Britain at 811m.
  The Dragons Back as you can imagine is named because you have a collection of up and down mounds that resemble the back of a sleeping dragon, as you walk up to the ‘Waun Fach’ (Small Moor) peak. This peak is the highest mountain in the ‘Black Mountains’ and the second highest peak in Southern Britain at 811m, after Pen Y Fan, which isn’t too far away.
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  The Kymin Circular, Monmouth – River Wye, Wye Valley Walk, Redbrook and the Offas Dyke Path
  Take a blanket and a bit of food and relax by the river under a tree, or on the way to The Kymin, it’s a unique walk that has a beautiful river, loads of land, Wye Valley Walk the Offa’s Dyke path, The Kymin and Monmouth itself!
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  Sugar Loaf Circular, Abergavenny – Classic, Easier, Shorter Route
  This is the very first mountain I hiked up, and for a long time it was the only one I did every Sunday morning, and gradually I built up the confidence and the kit to go explore other places, but this mountain is a classic, and it has fantastic views, and the good thing is, it has easier & harder routes up and you can add it into other routes just as easily.
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  Wye Valley Walk – Old Station Tintern, Cleddon Falls, River Wye back to Brockweir Bridge Circular
  The Wye Valley Walk can be picked up at various points, and just outside Tintern there is a little gem called the ‘Old Station Tintern’ it is the perfect place to start a hike. The Old Station Tintern has a good safe car park, and then huge open areas to explore, and recently they refurbished some railway carriages which you can walk through and learn a huge amount about the local history and information. I have posted all the pics below, so you can see for yourself.
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  Chepstow to Tutshill along Lancaut Walk to Wintour’s Leap – Woodcroft Circular, Monmouthshire
  Described as one of the most diverse wooded areas in Britain, you are walking through a secluded and mystical woodland alongside the River Wye, you will hopefully see Peregrine Falcon’s, discover St James’s Church which was built in 1100’s and make your way to ‘Wintour’s Leap’ high above the River Wye on limestone cliffs.
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  Day 2 – Hiking from Interlaken to Grindelwald via Schynige Platte & Berglauenen, to see The North Face of the Eiger!
  The day before, we looked up at the mountain (Schynige Platte) we were heading to and all seemed fine, no snow, no rain, and it was pretty clear, which wasn’t the case the next morning. We woke up to pretty much a monsoon whilst we were getting ready, and then we discovered that 6 inches of snow had fallen over night at the top of the mountain.
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  Day 3 – Big hike from Grindelwald up to Kleine Scheidegg (7000ft), next to The North Face of the Eiger, then Walk & Train down to Lauterbrunnen.
  The walk ahead means you are walking literally in the shadow of The North Face of the Eiger, and you can peel off at one point and do the Eiger Trail which takes you up higher, but we didn’t have time as the plan was to walk down the other side to Lauterbrunnen.
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  Day 4 – Lauterbrunnen Walk back to Interlaken, via Stechelberg & Piz Gloria – James Bond Lair On her Majestys Secret Service.
  Waking up in Lauterbrunnen on the final walking day, we decided that we didn’t want to walk straight back to Interlaken, as it’s only a 3.5-hour flat walk back, so we decided to do some sightseeing, and it was easily the right decision, as you will see below. I have only included in the downloads the hike back to Interlaken from Lauterbrunnen, and not included the sightseeing as it is optional, and in any case, you will be returning from Piz Gloria on the Schilthorn back through Lauterbrunnen, and then following the route back to Interlaken.
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  Chepstow 365 Steps, Eagles Nest, Tintern Abbey & Local Industrial History, Wye Valley Circular
  The Wye Valley is such a beautiful area. This route starts at Lower Wyndcliff car park, heads to the Eagle’s nest via the 365 steps, then along the Wye Valley Walk to Tintern Abbey, you will see the industrial history of the Anghidi Valley & Tintern Abbey Furnace, the ancient iron foundry & returning through woodlands to St Arvans & back to Wyndcliff.
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  Crickhowell to Sugar Loaf 10 Mile Circular Walk, via Llangenny & Mynydd Pen y Fal – Abergavenny, Black Mountains.
  It’s amazing how many of our walks have started in Crickhowell, and they are all different, and this is another special one as on the way you pass by some of the most beautiful Welsh cottages I have ever seen, and the lush green fields and woods as you head to the Sugar Loaf in Abergavenny, makes this really special.