Travel guide - Best day walks Great Britain | Lonely Planet

Stretch your legs away from the city by picking a hike that works for you, from just a couple of hours to a full day, from easy to hard.

Cross misty moors, hike wild landscapes, and explore the highlands.

Get to the heart of Great Britain and begin your journey now!

Inside Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks Great Britain Travel Guide:

Colour maps and images throughout

Special features - on Great Britain highlights for walkers, kid-friendly walks, accessible trails and what to take

Best for... section helps you plan your trip and select walks that appeal to your interests

Region profiles cover when to go, where to stay, what's on, cultural insights, and local food and drink recommendations to refuel and refresh.

Featured regions include: Cumbria and the Lakes, Devon and Cornwall, Southwest England, Northern England, Central England, Southeast and East England, London, Scotland, Wales

Essential info at your fingertips - walk itineraries accompanied by illustrative maps are combined with details about walk duration, distance, terrain, start/end locations and difficulty (classified as easy, easy-moderate, moderate, moderate-hard, or hard)

Over 70 maps

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks Great Britain, our most comprehensive guide to walking in Great Britain, is perfect for those planning to explore Great Britain on foot.