Where ancient paths connect living history, landscapes, and local life.
England is a country built for walking. Its network of ancient footpaths crosses green hills, meanders through meadows and woodlands, and follows coastlines shaped by centuries of life, labour and love.
From long-distance trails to village-to-village rambles, walking in England offers both adventure and stillness. Every region tells a different story — and the best way to experience it is step by step.
Whether you’re planning a self-guided walking holiday or simply exploring on foot, England’s landscapes invite you to slow down, stay longer, and see more.
Clifftop paths, wild moors, and honey-stone villages define this iconic walking region. Explore the South West Coast Path as it winds through Cornwall, Devon, and Dorset, or head inland to hike the open spaces of Exmoor and Dartmoor. Don’t miss the Cotswolds, where gentle hills and golden-stone villages stretch into Somerset and Gloucestershire.
Chalk hills, ancient tracks, and wide skies. Walk the South Downs Way through West Sussex and Hampshire, or follow the North Downs Way across Kent and Surrey. Explore rolling farmland, wooded ridges, and the white cliffs and shoreline of East Sussex.
Flat, open, and full of quiet charm. Walk riverside paths and reed-lined trails in Norfolk, explore fenland landscapes in Cambridgeshire, or discover rural escapes and coastal walks in Suffolk and Essex. A gentle, often overlooked region — rich in wildlife, skies, and space to breathe.
From the gritstone edges of the Peak District in Derbyshire to the green folds of the Shropshire Hills, this central region offers surprising variety. Walk the towpaths of Warwickshire, woodlands in Leicestershire, or heritage-rich countryside in Nottinghamshire, Staffordshire, and Lincolnshire.
Lakes, mountains, and moors define the northwest. Discover iconic walks in Cumbria’s Lake District, or explore the Cumbria Way and coastal trails around Morecambe Bay. In Lancashire, find quieter countryside, canal paths, and upland trails through the Forest of Bowland.
Ancient, wild, and full of story. Trace Hadrian’s Wall through Northumberland, hike the Cheviot Hills, and explore the Northumberland Coast’s empty beaches and castles. Inland, County Durham offers peaceful dales and woodland walks, while Tyne and Wear blends city and sea.
Drystone walls, green dales, and wide moors. Hike through the Yorkshire Dales, North York Moors, and Howardian Hills, or follow the Pennine Way along the spine of England. This region includes North Yorkshire, West Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, and parts of East Yorkshire — each with its own walking character.
Surprisingly rich in green space. Follow the Thames Path, explore royal parks like Richmond and Greenwich, or escape to ancient woodlands such as Epping Forest and Hampstead Heath. A walkable city that always leads somewhere unexpected.
Start your journey through England’s most walkable regions — discover the best trails, destinations, and places to stay for your next self-guided walking holiday.
