Activities - British Travel, Culture, Heritage and Style

Walkers enjoy the mountain scenery high in the English Lake District

NO ONE wants to stay cooped up in a hotel room on their holiday, do they? Luckily Britain has fabulous outdoor activities all year round.

Test your handicap with a round of golf on one of our award-winning golf courses. Or if you prefer a more relaxing pursuit, our coast and inline waterways are excellent for fishing.

If you simply want to get outside and enjoy our stunning countryside, there are thousands of miles of nature walks with picnic sites and waymarked trails criss-crossing the county.

For inspiration, please visit What to see & do or Visit Britain's section dedicated to Outdoor Britain.

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