Walking in a Winter Wonderland
This winter Britons will be venturing out into the UK's great outdoors in droves, despite the cold and wet weather that is so common at this time of the year.
After all, tis the season to go out walking. Winter is the perfect time to go and immerse yourself in Britain's natural environments - whether those are woods or forests or hills or mountains. Yes, it might be chilly, but seeing the frost and dew-covered scenery in all its splendour makes it worthwhile.
However, sometimes even the most enthusiastic lovers of the outdoors need a bit of inspiration for their next trip.
So we have put together some suggestions as to the best locations for winter walks.
Top Locations for Hikes this Winter
* Peak District: This national park attracts over 10 million visitors a year and lies at the heart of England, easily accessible from Lancashire, Greater Manchester, Derbyshire and Yorkshire. Why not head along the popular Tissington Trail or see the caves at the base of Mam Tor.
* Lake District: It's not surprising that it is the lakes in England's largest national park that attract the majority of visitors. However, there is so much more to do there, with plenty of good hiking routes to take advantage of that lead you up hills and mountains, known in the area as 'fells', and leave you with stunning views of the lakes.
* Dartmoor: This national park covers some 368 square miles and is well known for its tors and rivers. In addition, the region is shrouded in myths and ancient legends. For example, many believe Dartmoor is populated by pixies. There are plenty of activities to get involved in, from hill walking to letterboxing, whereby watertight containers are hidden across the moor for people to find. Inside these 'letterboxes' are a visitor book and stamp so trekkers can record their visit.
Take Advantage of Outdoor GPS
And to make your treks that bit more enjoyable, why not take a state-of-the-art outdoor GPS system with you on your next trek.
Outdoor GPS devices have a wide range of benefits, providing detailed Ordnance Survey maps, essential topographical information and the ability to upload to a computer your hiking statistics, such as distance, time and speed.
They are a practical way to ensure you always know where you are, and you can use the information provided to make sure you have enough time to visit all the various attractions before the sun starts going down.
After all, tis the season to go out walking. Winter is the perfect time to go and immerse yourself in Britain's natural environments - whether those are woods or forests or hills or mountains. Yes, it might be chilly, but seeing the frost and dew-covered scenery in all its splendour makes it worthwhile.
However, sometimes even the most enthusiastic lovers of the outdoors need a bit of inspiration for their next trip.
So we have put together some suggestions as to the best locations for winter walks.
Top Locations for Hikes this Winter
* Peak District: This national park attracts over 10 million visitors a year and lies at the heart of England, easily accessible from Lancashire, Greater Manchester, Derbyshire and Yorkshire. Why not head along the popular Tissington Trail or see the caves at the base of Mam Tor.
* Lake District: It's not surprising that it is the lakes in England's largest national park that attract the majority of visitors. However, there is so much more to do there, with plenty of good hiking routes to take advantage of that lead you up hills and mountains, known in the area as 'fells', and leave you with stunning views of the lakes.
* Dartmoor: This national park covers some 368 square miles and is well known for its tors and rivers. In addition, the region is shrouded in myths and ancient legends. For example, many believe Dartmoor is populated by pixies. There are plenty of activities to get involved in, from hill walking to letterboxing, whereby watertight containers are hidden across the moor for people to find. Inside these 'letterboxes' are a visitor book and stamp so trekkers can record their visit.
Take Advantage of Outdoor GPS
And to make your treks that bit more enjoyable, why not take a state-of-the-art outdoor GPS system with you on your next trek.
Outdoor GPS devices have a wide range of benefits, providing detailed Ordnance Survey maps, essential topographical information and the ability to upload to a computer your hiking statistics, such as distance, time and speed.
They are a practical way to ensure you always know where you are, and you can use the information provided to make sure you have enough time to visit all the various attractions before the sun starts going down.
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Learn more about outdoor GPS. Visit Snooper's site where you can find out all about the different kinds of sat navs and how they can benefit you.
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