Woodrow's top ten national trails

What better way to see our beautiful countryside than via a long distance walking route? These can all be enjoyed in shorter sections if you prefer (the longest route on this list takes seven weeks of dedication!).

• Pennine Way - the trip of a lifetime, this is the toughest and oldest trail in the UK.
• South Upland Way - this Scottish coast-to-coast route is remote and spectacular.
• The Ulster Way - an incredible 1000km of the best sights and scenery in Northern Ireland.
• South Downs Way - be charmed by England's loveliest countryside.
• Pembrokeshire Coast Path - see some of Wales' most breathtaking coastal views.
• The Ridgeway - follow in the footsteps of our Bronze Age ancestors.
• Offa's Dyke Path - this 8th Century dyke takes you down the England/Wales border.
• Great Glen Way - walk alongside Scotland's most beautiful waterways.
• Hadrian's Wall Path - Roman coast-to-coast in northern England.
• South West Coast Path - England's longest footpath along a stunning coastline.

England and Wales have 15 officially designated national trails - and you can find more about all of them here.

There are a further 26 Great Trails in Scotland.