Best Day Walks Great Britain Lonely Planet

Lonely Planet. 2nd edition 2025. Lace up your walking boots and experience the freedom of the great outdoors with trails that range from a couple of hours to a full day. Reach Kinder Scout, the Peak District s highest point, for stunning views of the wild surrounding countryside; discover ancient fossils, grassy cliffs and fishing villages along Yorkshire s coastline; and find the perfect beer garden pit-stop on an all-day Dartmoor stomp. Inside Lonely Planet s Best Day Walks Great Britain: Discover 60 escapes into nature on foot that range from a few hours to a full day adventure Each walk features easy-to-use maps, detailed directions, difficulty rating (easy, moderate, hard), distance, terrain, start and end points, where to take a break and walking tips Regional profiles provide an overview of the area, local transport, unmissable calendar events, where to stay and the best walks to complete Also try recommendations introduce additional walks nearby Our Picks section highlights the best: hikes to a pub, bodies of water and mountain walk experiences Local travel experts share their favourite walks Essential Toolkit on arriving, getting around, accommodation, walking etiquette, health and safety, responsible travel and more Covers: Cumbria the Lakes; Devon Cornwall; Southwest England; Northern England; Central England; Southeast East England; London; Scotland; Wales