100 Greatest Walks in Britain

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They are joined by walking experts, nature aficionados and members of the public with extraordinary stories to provide a vivid insight into the hikes, the history and the hidden stories behind the trails. Taking the top spot is Hevellyn in the Lake District, the highest point of the Hevellyn mountain range. It's no surprise that the majestic peak proved a hit; it's surrounded by picture-perfect green landscapes, plenty of lakes and trails to suit all levels of fitness. Good for – spectacular views of the River Severn, the Forest of Dean, and the Cotswolds. 91 – Worcester & Birmingham Canal

Many of these walks appear in books by Countryside Books. Have a look at our county-based walking guides for more information. Where is The Coffin Route? – The Coffin Route runs from Ambleside to the consecrated ground at St Oswald’s in Grasmere, in the Lake District. Recommended Guidebook: Cicerone – Dark Peak Walks: 40 Walks Exploring the Peak District Gritstone and Moorland Landscapes Where is the Four Falls Walk? – The Four Falls Walk is located in the Fforest Fawr massif, west of Merthyr Tydfil, in the Brecon Beacons National Park. The four falls are Sgwd Clun-Gwyn, Sgwd Isaf Clun-Gwyn, Sgwd Y Pannwr, Sgwd Yr Eira.

The Pennine Way

Where is Cambridge? – Cambridge is the County town of Cambridgeshire and located 60 miles north of London. ITV has worked closely with a large number of organisations to come up with a list of accessible walks that suit a range of abilities, and that reflect a variety of interests and themes. Good for – designated National Nature Reserve to protect wildlife and nature, sea views. 92 – Gloucester & Sharpness Canal Good for – ancient woodland, widlife – look out for badgers, otters and several species of bat, stunning waterfalls. 87 – Amesbury to Stonehenge The Pathfinder series has been inspiring walkers across Britain since 1989. Each guide is curated by an experienced writer and features 1:25 000 route maps (the same detail as the orange OS Explorer range). The series features more than 80 titles, and offers a tremendous range of routes for all walkers, providing the motivation and detail your next adventure needs. Plus the books' durable covers and rounded corners make them ideal for outdoor use.

Where are Linn of Dee and Ben Macdui – the Linn of Dee and Ben Macdui, Britain’s second highest mountain, can both be found in the Cairngorms National Park.

The Complete Guide to Walking the Wales Coast Path

Where is Solva? – Solva is a beautiful coastal village on the Wales Coastal Path, near to Britain’s smallest city, St David’s, in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.