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Sample walks
Once you have joined Walkingworld you have the opportunity to access a free sample walk of your choosing. The ones below are some bonus ones on top of that. Each walk comes with an easy-to-follow photographic guide and a high resolution Ordnance Survey map to print out or follow on the Walkingworld app, plus files to import into digital mapping applications and handheld GPS.
The extra sample walks are listed below by county. Some are featured in the 'Pathways' book, all twenty of which are available for free download.
You can also view this listing with walk titles only.
Anglesey
This is a spectacular walk that takes in the best of the wildlife and scenery of Holyhead Mountain and its RSPB Reserve.... More info
Ayrshire and Arran
A walk along an attractive glen with a river crossing, a hill to climb and great views of sea and mountains.... More info
Bristol
A favourite walk for Bristol dog-owners and those who want to get away from the bustle of the city. The walk takes in two public parks and a stretch along the River Frome, with a cafe en route and the relics of a working stone sawmill at Snuff Mills.... More info
Buckinghamshire
This delightful route in the heart of the Chilterns combines footpaths and tracks through surprisingly remote woods and fields. It ends with a gentle walk beside the Hamble Brook as it flows towards the River Thames. The walk start is around three... More info
The walk takes a section across the Misbourne Valley, passing through Old Amersham and Little Missenden and through to the Shardeloes Estate.... More info
Cambridgeshire
Aldreth Causeway was one of the major routes into Ely and the site of an attempt by William the Conqueror to oust the rebel Hereward the Wake. The walk takes you to the fortification used by William, Belsar's Hill. Walk featured in the 'Pathways'... More info
Cornwall
Start by walking inland via fields, tracks and a tiny country lane. Pass the slate-walled chapel at Tregona. Cross fields and walk into the valley before reaching the sea. Then go up onto the coastal path with its dramatic coastline and spectacular... More info
Start inland on ancient footpaths between farmsteads before joining the coast at Kenneggy Sands. Then walk via Prussia Cove (home of notorious eighteenth century smuggler John Carter), past Cudden Point and back to Perranuthnoe via Stackhouse and... More info
Cumbria
A somewhat neglected circuit from Haweswater which, rather than climbing to the tops, explores a very remote valley and returns via the Old Corpse Road. Walk featured in the 'Pathways' book.... More info
Wild Boar Fell is a neglected classic on open access land on the southern edge of the Eden Valley, with stunning views to the Howgills, North Pennines, Yorkshire Dales and even Morecombe Bay.... More info
A delightful circuit of the land above Kirkby Stephen held by the John Strutt Conservation Foundation. The walk, partly on permissive paths, includes a section of the old railway and fine views of the Eden Valley from a limestone escarpment. ... More info
This is a pleasant walk through quiet lanes and along easy footpaths, in an unspoilt area. The walk takes you through undulating countryside, with views of the Derwent Fells. It is an ideal walk when the upper fells are inaccessible.... More info
A lowish-level walk around Borrowdale with a surprise view which must rate among the best in the Lakes. I'll not say where it is, that would spoil the surprise. But you'll know when you see it.... More info
A lovely circular walk through Smardale Nature Reserve using a disused railway. The reserve is a haven for wildlife and flora. A narrow pathway offers great views to the impressive Smardalegill viaduct, then we follow an old packhorse trail back over... More info
Explore the River Eden and the impressive stone viaducts that carried trains over deep valleys to the east of Kirkby Stephen on the now-closed Stainmore railway. A great night walk as well as during the day.... More info
The walk explores the viaducts to the south of Kirkby Stephen on the now-closed Stainmore railway. The walk includes an I-Spy trail for the whole family. ... More info
The cairns which form the Nine Standards are just about visible from some parts of the town and are a major attraction for walkers despite the many beautiful riverside and valley walks available. The ascent is a long but steady climb and I have... More info
The Clouds is a rocky outcrop on the flank of Wild Boar Fell, with limestone crags and pavements. It is a fascinating geological environment, with a history of small-scale farming and mining for minerals and lead and the opportunity to spot birds,... More info
Derbyshire
This 10km walk takes in some wonderful Peak District views, a fairly steep ascent of Jacob's Ladder - an old packhorse route - and an even steeper one down Broadlee Bank Tor. Walk featured in the 'Pathways' book.... More info
A surprisingly strenuous ascent of Kinder Scout via William Clough is rewarded with unrivalled views over Manchester, Cheshire and The Roaches. After traversing the length of the Kinder's western edge, the walk returns via Kinderlow End.... More info
Devon
This walk takes you through and above three of the most beautiful valleys in Exmoor. ... More info
A pleasant, mostly level walk through woodlands into the grounds of Saltram House, returning beside the estuary.... More info
This lovely riverside walk starts and finishes in Bere Alston, the larger of the two Bere Peninsular villages and takes you down to and right beside the River Tamar, passing Tuckermarsh Quay, going under the impressive Calstock Viaduct and looking... More info
Dorset
A super walk beginning at South Bridge in Wareham, taking a section of the Purbeck Way with its wonderful scenes, to reach Stoborough Heath; natural beauty at its most stunning. ... More info
This is a superb short walk around the village of Corfe Castle in Dorset. It visits a spectacular viewpoint overlooking the ruined castle, explores part of the village and visits 'The Rings', which is a second and largely unnoticed castle earthwork.... More info
Dumfries and Galloway
Descend through a beautiful wooded glen to secluded seaside bays and back along a clifftop path with superb views. A magnificent circuit amidst glorious and varied scenery – probably the author's favourite shorter walk.... More info
Durham
A different way to see High Force; cross the river at the Wynch Bridge to the south (non-commercial) side, following the Pennine Way past Low Force to the beauty of High Force, keeping on to pass the lesser known Bleabeck Force towards the Upper... More info
East Sussex
From the quaint little town of Rye, we follow part of The Royal Military Canal eastwards, before climbing the ancient cliff line and making our way along field-paths and tracks to Iden. Here you can enjoy a pint at the local pub, or an ice cream from... More info
From Clayton Windmills (Jill Windmill is open to visitors Sunday afternoons during the summer), descend to walk round a typical downland farm and along a dry valley bottom, up again to Ditchling Beacon, a popular local viewpoint and along the South... More info
Winchelsea Town, one of the ancient Cinque ports, stands on its own defensive little hill staring out, to the east and south, towards the sea and inland, to the north and west across the wide, green valley of the River Brede. Following the route of... More info
Gloucestershire
This walk starts and finishes from the delightful village of Eastleach on the River Leach. The outward leg is across open and unspoilt countryside and the return mainly follows the banks of the Leach. Of particular interest is the Roman crossing of... More info
Haresfield Beacon is a National Trust site jutting out of the Cotswold escarpment and giving spectacular views all around. The walk follows the Cotswold Way around the Beacon, through woodland to Scottsquar Hill and then to the Edgemoor Inn, which... More info
A circular walk through ancient woodlands and meadows, with superb views across the Wye Valley and lots of local history connected with it being a Royal Forest. The walk features in the 'Pathways' book.... More info
Gwynedd
For hundreds of years, vast herds of sheep, cattle and even turkeys were driven by drovers, on foot, from the hill country of Wales to the markets of Eastern England. Some of these roads are still traceable today. This walk invites you to tread... More info
This walk is short but quite demanding. The area is a ravine and is rich in plant life as well as waterfalls.... More info
Highland
A testing two-day walk through remote Highland territory, staying at a bothy for the night. The route passes on stalkers' paths by Loch Glendhu and Loch Glencoul to Eas a Chual Aluinn, Britain's highest waterfall. The walk is featured in the... More info
Kent
A linear walk using the train from Chilham to Wye and then walking back. The walk follows a section of the Pilgrim's Way from Boughton Aluph through King's Wood. The walk is featured in the 'Pathways' book.... More info
Lincolnshire
A village walk tracing the paths that the nature poet, John Clare, took as a lad, with pleasing landscapes, woods and plenty of historical interest. Clare was a vociferous opponent of the Enclosure Movement, which was sweeping the country at the time... More info
London
This walk traces the route of the Pedway, an elevated walkway through the centre of the City of London, and also takes in the Riverside Way, the Millennium bridge, St Paul’s cathedral and numerous iconic City buildings. Features in the 'Pathways'... More info
Linear walk along the Regent's Canal towpath from the basin at Little Venice, past London Zoo to bustling Camden Lock. Walk featured in the 'Pathways' book. ... More info
Norfolk
The whole of this route is on tracks and through woodland, except where it goes through the village of Weeting.... More info
This is a walk that completes a full circle of Ludham and explores its beautiful surroundings, including its riverbanks and ancient monuments, its shops and picturesque church. There are numerous perfect lunch spots throughout the walk, with stunning... More info
Northamptonshire
The peace and tranquillity of the canal environment is wonderful. See willows overhanging the water's edge and lovely renovated cottages, gardens and old-fashioned canal drawbridges.... More info
Northumberland
This walk is in the College Valley, one of the loveliest valleys in Northumberland and some say, the most unspoilt.... More info
A contrasting walk across meadows then along the sandy beach off this busy seaside town.
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Oxfordshire
A circuit of the Ridgeway starting from a pretty Oxfordshire village with a pub. There can hardly be a walk in England that passes by as many Neolithic, Iron Age and Bronze Age remains, including the famous White Horse of Uffington, which dates back... More info
The walk was developed by Aston Rowant Parish Council and is called the Aston Rowant Discovery Trail. The Trail is stile-free and fully waymarked. The circular route is 5.3m but with the extension to include a pub and hotel it's 6.2m.... More info
Powys
Follow in the footsteps of medieval monks on this trackway joining the Cistercian monasteries of mid-Wales. The walk samples two branches of the Trod, one passing just below the hill of Moelfryn, the other a spur heading towards Rhayader. It can be... More info
Rutland
Gentle Rutland countryside, the small village of Lyndon and its Hall, Wing Maze and a pretty section along the lakeside of Rutland Water, all make this a pleasant walk, with the only negative a ten-minute walk along a road.... More info
Shropshire
This is a short, circular walk mainly in mature woodland and using part of Offa's Dyke National Trail. It is on good tracks and is easy to follow. The walk itself has few views, but the open ground at the start offers outstanding views across the... More info
Staffordshire
A circular walk that takes in two of the best natural gritstone phenomena in the area: Lud's Church among dense woodland, then on to the 'Hanging Stone of Swythamley', returning via Danebridge and the Dane Valley Way. A good afternoon's walk, or with... More info
Stirling
From the car park at Rowardennan, this circular walk climbs Ben Lomond, the most southerly of the Munros, via Sron Aonaich and returns to the start point via Ptarmigan.... More info
Suffolk
Starting from the NT property of Dunwich Heath, this walk visits a large variety of countryside, including sea, woodland, bird reserve, riverbank and farmland. We found very varied birds and plantlife along the way.... More info
Tyne and Wear
Initially the walk follows the coastal path beside the sea cliffs, the area here being recognised for the importance and variety of its geology, wildflowers and seabirds. The cliffs and rock stacks are home to one of the largest seabird colonies in... More info
Warwickshire
Gorgeous countryside and charming villages feature greatly in this wonderful walk from Barton to Welford-on-Avon and Dorsington.... More info
West Sussex
A real variety here, starting from Brighton's famous Pavilion, visiting the shops, cafes and pubs of the Lanes and North Laines, a stretch along the seafront by the pier and a hike up onto the chalk downs for views of sea and city, passing along the... More info
On a fine day in almost any season the South Downs are utterly beautiful. This walk takes in Stane Street, the Roman Road that ran from London to Chichester. It has majestic views in both directions.
Walk featured in the 'Pathways' book.... More info
Wiltshire
A walk around the ancient stones and burial grounds of this famous location, including a short stretch along the Ridgeway. Walk featured in the 'Pathways' book... More info
This is a woodland walk from the pretty village of Lockeridge, near Marlborough, with the added interest of a National Trust area where there are ancient sarsen boulders.... More info
Yorkshire
Birdsong and the sound of the River Nidd bubbling over rocks, are all that intrude on the tranquillity of the beautiful Nidd Gorge, a gem that should not be missed when visiting the popular tourist town of Knaresborough.... More info
Guisborough's Three Peaks!
Superb views, for comparatively little effort on this walk which takes you through woodland, on the edge of the North York Moors National Park, to reach the tops of Roseberry Topping, Little Roseberry and... More info
An excellent walk over moorland, mainly on paths and tracks but with a little pathless terrain. There are fascinating old smelting mill workings reached by a miners' track and an interesting river crossing. Walk featured in the 'Pathways' book.... More info
A fine walk including a visit to the boundary stone of Oxenhope Stoop, before continuing along the heights above Top Withins. Bronte fans can visit Top Withins and Bronte Bridge along the way. An easier walk in the footsteps of the Bronte family,... More info