{"id":1603,"date":"2025-06-28T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-06-28T06:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/?p=1603"},"modified":"2025-10-02T10:09:29","modified_gmt":"2025-10-02T09:09:29","slug":"best-places-in-the-uk-for-hiking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/best-places-in-the-uk-for-hiking\/","title":{"rendered":"Where to hike in the UK?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are the majestic mountains of <a href=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/tours\/rail-tours-from-london\/north-wales-rail-tour-from-london\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=best_hiking_places\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wales<\/a>, the rugged highlands of Scotland and the sweeping hills of England. <\/span>Wherever you are in the UK, you\u2019re not far from a spectacular hiking destination!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you take the scenic coastal path or climb a challenging peak, there\u2019s no better way to enjoy our <a href=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/tours\/day-tours-from-london\/cotswolds-tours\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=best_hiking_places\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">breathtaking countryside<\/a> than getting out there and <a href=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/all-you-need-to-know-about-the-uks-right-to-roam\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">exploring the land<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on foot<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<br><br>So put on your walking boots, breathe in the fresh air and admire the beauty of our varied landscapes. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Where to hike in the UK? Our top picks:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lake District, England<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Snowdonia, Wales<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Isle of Skye, Scotland<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Peak District, England<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wales Coastal Path<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/414171\/pexels-photo-414171.jpeg?auto=compress&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;h=650&amp;w=940\" alt=\"adventure, calm, clouds\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lake District, England<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s no wonder that this scenic gem is <a href=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/tours\/rail-tours-from-london\/the-lake-district-with-afternoon-tea-cruise\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">England\u2019s most visited National Park<\/a>. This stunning area is filled with hills, valleys, mountains, and, of course, lakes. The sheer variety of landscapes across the area means there\u2019s a hike to suit just about anyone. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019d prefer to take an easy stroll, the countless lakes and endless rolling hills are the perfect places to admire the scenery and truly get away from it all.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But if you\u2019re looking for a real challenge, head to the park and climb England\u2019s highest peak, Scafell Pike. Those who make it to the top of the 3,209-foot peak are rewarded with unparalleled tranquillity<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and breathtaking views of the park.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Snowdonia, Wales<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Snowdonia is home to Britain&#8217;s most concentrated area of 3,000ft peaks, so we <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">could<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> call it a hiker&#8217;s paradise. This area is famous for its <a href=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/beautiful-british-countryside\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">outstanding natural beauty<\/a>, packed with idyllic lakes, fast-flowing rivers and majestic mountain ranges.<\/span> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Walk the lower grounds, and you\u2019ll admire wild goats, ponies, and beautiful waterfalls and get lost in ancient Welsh woodlands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But the draw to North Wales for many is Mount Snowdon itself. The rugged, steep climb is more than worth it for the <a href=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/the-best-places-in-the-uk-for-panoramic-views\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">unbeatable views<\/a> &#8211; on a clear day, you can see as far as the Irish coast. At 3,560ft, it\u2019s a testing climb which can be dangerous, so be prepared &#8211; check the weather and invest in proper walking gear.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/443696\/pexels-photo-443696.jpeg?auto=compress&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;dpr=2&amp;h=650&amp;w=940\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Isle of Skye, Scotland<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The largest island of the Inner Hebrides, connected to the North West of Scotland by a bridge, is admired for its impressive scenery, charming fishing villages and <a href=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/top-6-british-castles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">historic castles<\/a>. It attracts thousands of walkers from around the world each year, thanks to its numerous hiking opportunities.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Home to a running, rugged coastline and the snow-topped Cuillin Mountain Range, which proudly towers over the rest of the island, &nbsp;those searching for adventure are spoilt for choice.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Peak District, England<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Peak District, which spans across Derbyshire, Cheshire, Greater Manchester, Yorkshire and Staffordshire, became Britain\u2019s first national park in 1951. Its diverse landscape varies from limestone gorges and valleys to the Kinder Scout gritstone and moorland, offering incredible panoramic views.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Peak District is renowned for being one of the best places in the country to take a walk or hike. The friendly villages of Bakewell and Castleton are often used as a base for walking holidays, with plenty of trails and hiking routes nearby (and plenty of pubs, of course!).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At the southern end of the Pennines, there are more than 1,400 square kilometres of hills, making plenty of open space to take to the path and truly get away from it all. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/776586\/pexels-photo-776586.jpeg?auto=compress&amp;cs=tinysrgb&amp;h=650&amp;w=940\" alt=\"Grass Field Under Cumulus Clouds\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wales Coastal Path<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Wales Coastal Path opened in 2012 and is the world\u2019s first uninterrupted route along a national coast. With 870 miles of path, taking you along sandy beaches, dramatic cliffs, estuaries and hills, it\u2019s an obvious go-to for walkers in the UK. The path even takes you past some of Wales\u2019 historic coastal castles,&nbsp;so you can intertwine a good walk with a spot of medieval sightseeing.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And the best thing about the coastal path is that it\u2019s suitable for walkers of all abilities. You could take the challenge of walking the whole route over a few weeks from North to South, spend a day walking your favourite stretch or even just take a relaxed morning beach walk.<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s even a coastal path app, so finding your way along the stunning, rugged Welsh coast has never been easier.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The UK has some incredible hiking spots that show off the awe-inspiring British countryside, so we hope we\u2019ve inspired you to get out there and explore. Why not combine your passion for walking with the capital by exploring London on one of our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/tours\/london-tours\/walking-tours\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=best_hiking_places\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">walking tours<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">?<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Put on your walking shoes, breathe in the fresh air and admire the beauty of these varied landscapes in the UK &#8211; perfect for the summer!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":1606,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_lmt_disableupdate":"no","_lmt_disable":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1913,1839,619,592,1841],"tags":[1537,892,859,784,853],"class_list":{"0":"post-1603","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-british-countryside","8":"category-hiking","9":"category-out-of-town","10":"category-outdoors","11":"category-the-lake-district","12":"tag-best-places-in-the-uk-for-hiking","13":"tag-british-countryside","14":"tag-countryside","15":"tag-english-countryside","16":"tag-hiking-in-the-uk"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Best places in the UK for hiking<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Put on your boots, breathe in the fresh air and admire the natural beauty. 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