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Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks Great Britain is your passport to 60 easy escapes into nature. Stretch your legs away from the city by picking a walk that works for you, from just a couple of hours to a full day, from easy to hard. Cross wild moors, walk through landscapes soaked in history, and be inspired by stunning Scottish highlands. Get to the heart of Great Britain and begin your journey now!


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

Up-to-date information - all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after 2020’s COVID-19 outbreak

Colour maps and images throughout

Special features - on Great Britain's 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 & the Lakes, Devon & Cornwall, Southwest England, Northern England, Central England, Southeast & 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.


Looking for more information on Great Britain? Check out Lonely Planet's Great Britain guide for a comprehensive look at what the country has to offer.


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