A-Z Adventure walking maps

You might not know about them just yet, but our walking maps, the Adventure series, make the perfect companion for a day out in the hills Anything that makes getting out into our spectacularly varied landscape easier is a good thing in our eyes, and our Adventure walking map… Read More

South Downs Way Weekend Walk: Lewes to Eastbourne

We’ve recently returned from a wonderful weekend walking a section of South Downs Way with cosy hotel breaks in the historic and attractive towns of Lewes and Alfriston. Lewes The very steep Keere street Ably abetted by the UK National Trails planning tools and the A-Z… Read More

The John Muir Way—why you should visit part or all of central Scotland’s great long distance trail

The John Muir Way is a trail of 134 miles, linking Scotland’s west and east coasts. The route covers tremendously varied scenery as it winds its way across central Scotland from Helensburgh to Dunbar. The John Muir Way was opened as recently as 2014 and is unusual in that it… Read More

20 things you didn’t know about Glyndŵr’s Way

Glyndŵr’s Way, in Powys is one of the lesser known 15 National Trails of England and Wales. However, you should not underestimate the beautiful and varied scenery of this trail. The Glyndŵr’s Way National Trail offers a variety of options for visitors and locals alike. Experienced walkers may want to… Read More

North Downs Way 40 Year Anniversary

This year, the North Downs Way celebrates its’ 40th anniversary. One of the most popular National Trails running across south east England, the North Downs Way is a recent incarnation of a route with a long history. Origins of the North Downs Way The M25 of… Read More

Win a Norfolk Coast Path and Peddars Way Adventure Atlas

We have recently released an A-Z Adventure Atlas of the Norfolk Coast Path and Peddars Way. The A-Z Adventure Series of maps combines the best of OS and A-Z, creating the perfect companion for walkers, off-road cyclists, horse riders and anyone wishing to explore the great… Read More

Developing map reading skills when out walking

No one is born with map reading skills, it is something that is learnt and built-on with use. Of course, there is a big difference in the level of ability required when comparing a low-level walk in good weather along waymarked paths and high-level navigation across difficult terrain in poor… Read More

10 best beaches you need to visit in Cornwall and Devon

Cornwall and Devon are home to some of the best beaches in the world. If you are heading down to the South West this summer, here are A-Z’s top 10 must visit beaches in Cornwall and Devon. Don’t forget your Devon, Cornwall &… Read More

A beautiful short walk on the Dorset section of the South West Coast Path

Steve from A-Z has recently been walking sections of the South West Coast Path. “What better way to spend a few free hours than to walk a short section of the beautiful South West Coast Path ( SWCP ). With the clouds lifting and the weather warm, we headed to… Read More

New A-Z National Trail maps

A-Z Maps has been chosen as the official mapping partner to produce maps for the National Trails of England and Wales. There are 16 long distance paths that have been designated as official National Trails, covering some of the most stunning parts of the country. The official National Trail maps… Read More