All news on the topic: Walking holidays

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Moment terrified walker runs 'screaming' as flock of sheep chase her down hill
The office administrator says the flock of sheep started running towards the couple, and she thought that it could be due to her boyfriend's bright red walking attire
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Mystery as 'Bigfoot' print discovered by walkers on coastal path
The large footprint was found near the South West Coast Path over the weekend leading to much speculation over who it might belong to. It's not the first time such prints have been spotted
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Should walkers have the right to roam free in the countryside - vote in our poll
Campaigners are calling for statutory right of access across the countryside, as 2,500 public nature spots are obstructed by public land with no legal right of way - and we want to hear your thoughts
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Hidden beauty spot with fantastic walks where the ground 'sparkles'
Ubley Warren was once an industrial landscape with glowing ore smelters and piles of black slag - but today it is of the “most scenic beauty spots” in Somerset’s Mendip Hills
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UK's most beautiful national park is full of postcard-worthy villages and walks
The UK's national parks are famous for their breathtaking scenery, gorgeous villages and plethora of things to do but there's one park that's proving a particular hit with visitors
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UK's prettiest winter walks from beautiful woodlands and lakes to stately homes
The UK's best winter walks offer everything from dog-friendly trails in picturesque woodlands to picture-perfect villages and even potential snowfall for a postcard-worthy stroll
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Charming village is right by one of UK's most beautiful lakes and walking trails
A small village in the Lake District has everything you could want for a picture-perfect staycation in 2024 thanks to its gorgeous surroundings and brilliant pubs
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Brits compare 'quaint' UK village to Christmas card - but struggle with its name
A tiny UK village has been compared to a scene out of a Christmas card with its gorgeous cottages and telephone box but most visitors struggle to pronounce its name
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Adorable UK town perfect for rainy getaway that's like sitting in Alpine chalet
If you're looking for that perfect mountain getaway but aren't in a position to head off to the Alps there's a gorgeous Welsh village that will give you that wonderful fresh feel with plenty to do for adults and kids too
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'Life feels empty after my dog died, but I don't know if I should get another'
Mirror agony aunt Coleen Nolan advises a reader who is dealing with the death of her 15-year-old dog, as well as caring for her husband, who has dementia
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Amount of time Brits spend exploring their local area - including a pub visit
Three-quarters of Brits say they actively make time in their day to go outdoors – but almost two-thirds are unsure of places worth exploring near where they live
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Forager baffled at finding mushrooms 'the size of a sheep' during woodland walk
Keen forager Mateusz Sztajnert-Bluj discovered a large collection of the UK's largest mushrooms known as Dryad's Saddle during a walk in Beecraigs Country Park
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'I sold my house and quit my job so I could go explore the rest of the UK'
Nicola Hardy has become a full time adventurer and has taken on massive trips through the Lake District, Peak District and Highlands, as well as around the Isle of Mann
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UK's best coastal walks have mythical chapels, rope bridges and mermaid tales
Best coastal walks in the UK according to a new study include hiking trails with amazing rock formations, remote landscapes, mermaids and mythical chapels
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'I was once airlifted out of raging Arctic wildfire - now I'm taking on Everest'
Peter Watson, from Hackney in London, is taking on Everest as part of the Seven Summits challenge, having escaped a raging Artic wildfire in Greenland back in 2019