Highland chasm
Stand atop a suspension bridge high above the thrilling Falls of Measach on this short woodland walk through one of Scotland’s deepest gorges, dares Fergal MacErlean
Black country magic
Enjoy an undulating hill walk through woods, grassland and country lanes, where ever-changing views roll out across the Mendips, Black Mountains and the Cotswolds, says Christopher Ridout
Strangford demesne
Perched on the edge of the UK’s largest sea inlet is Mount Stewart, a gorgeous neo-classical house surrounded by woodland, orchards and farmland just waiting to be explored, says Helen Fairbairn
Kipling country
Explore novelist Rudyard Kipling’s former home in the East Sussex hills. There is something for everyone at this National Trust property, says Megan Shersby
Crown of the Chilterns
Epic views are an obvious lure of this hilltop walk, but with flocks of fieldfares, peculiar anthills and ancient woodland, there’s plenty more to inspire a winter wander, says Vivienne Crow
Monastery in the garden
A rite of passage for all local buggy-pushing parents and grandparents, a walk around Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal is one of Yorkshire’s best days out, says Paul Kirkwood
Tarn, falls and fells
Of all the Lake District’s many breathtaking walks, a loop of tree-banked, mountain-flanked Tarn Hows has to rank among the best, says Vivienne Crow
Top seven National Trust walks in Cornwall
Heading to Cornwall this winter? Sarah McPherson reveals seven fabulous short strolls to add to your holiday wish list
Your great days out in photos
Share your best photos of the British countryside with us and you could see your image published in print or online and win a great prize.
Lazy days
Compelling countryside TV, books and radio for winter evenings