Welcome to the start of your adventure

England and Wales offer some of the very best walking in the world. Whether you are looking for a challenging adventure or to spend a few days exploring beautiful countryside, tea shops and cosy pubs you are sure to find your perfect experience on the National Trails.

About this website

Whether you’re planning a short stroll or multi-day hike you’ll find lots of information on this website. Most of the information is organised by trail and you can access it by clicking ‘The Trails’ dropdown menu at the top of the page and clicking on the trail you’re interested in.

Each trail has its own interactive map where you can view the route and use the map filters to display accommodation, things to do, services such as food and drink, transport, water points and more. The map also shows short walks, details of any diversions and where available, information for cyclists and horse riders. You can find the map on each trail’s ‘Information & Map’ page. Click on the map’s filters to display the different categories of information.

For further guidance on using the website please visit our Help page..

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The National Trails

Cleveland Way

Experience the varied landscape of the North York Moors National Park on a journey across breathtaking heather moorland and dramatic coastline

Coast to Coast Path National Trail

Cross from the Irish Sea to the North Sea on the Coast to Coast Path National Trail over the fells of the Lake District, peaks of the Yorkshire Dales and moors of the North York Moors National Parks

Cotswold Way

Step back in time in scenic southern England on an idyllic walk through the Cotswolds to the Roman city of Bath

Glyndŵr’s Way

Celebrate Welsh cultural and natural history in the footsteps of Owain Glyndŵr on this peaceful trail.

Hadrian's Wall Path

Follow in the footsteps of Romans and trek alongside an ancient monument on a coast to coast walk across northern England

King Charles III England Coast Path

Connecting the coastal landscapes in England

North Downs Way

Trace ancient routes on a modern-day pilgrimage through Surrey to the Kent Coast at Dover, along one of England's most accessible trails

Offa's Dyke Path

Be surrounded by history and wildlife beside the 8th Century ancient monument along the English-Welsh Border.

Peddars Way and Norfolk Coast Path

Lose yourself in a magical land of history, heathland, sand dunes, salt marshes and nature reserves.

Pembrokeshire Coast Path

Follow the most breathtaking coastline in Britain past rugged cliffs, sheltered coves and stunning beaches

Pennine Bridleway

Follow ancient packhorse routes, drovers roads and newly created bridleways through the magnificent Pennines.

Pennine Way

Walk the backbone of England from the Peak District to the Scottish Borders on Britain's first National Trail

South Downs Way

Travel the length of the South Downs passing attractive wildlife, visible prehistory, fine pubs and pretty villages.

South West Coast Path

Walk hundreds of miles of superb coastline through Somerset, Devon, Cornwall and Dorset on England’s longest National Trail

Thames Path

Follow the greatest river in England past water meadows, unspoilt rural villages and historical towns and cities

The Ridgeway

Take a route used since prehistoric times by travellers, herdsmen and soldiers through ancient landscapes.

Yorkshire Wolds Way

Discover the Yorkshire Wolds dry valleys and wildflowers alongside vibrant market towns and ancient villages

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Map showing the National Trails as of 29 August 2025
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