Walking is one of Britain’s best loved pastimes. Every month, up to nine million folk pull on their boots and head to the great outdoors.” – Julia Bradbury If you want to be one of the first people to walk this unique path, and its 1,400 km (870 miles), then this guide will give you a taste of the route and what it has in store for you. Where Does the Wales Coast Path Start? Stretching coast to coast across Scotland’s rugged highlands, this route travels from Fort William to Inverness along the Great Glen Fault. Cross the entire length of Loch Lochy, Loch Oich and the forests above Loch Ness as well as the Caledonian Canal that links them. Read an account of this section from one of our walkers. Where is the Nine Ladies Stone Circle? – The Nine Ladies Stone Circle is a Bronze Age stone formation located in the Peak District, near the villages of Stanton Lees and Stanton in Peak.

If you’re feeling inspired to visit some of the 100 walks featured, we’ve got a diverse selection stretching the length and breadth of the UK to help you on your way.

The Pathfinder series has been inspiring walkers across Britain since 1989. Each guide is curated by an experienced writer and features 1:25 000 route maps (the same detail as the orange OS Explorer range). The series features more than 80 titles, and offers a tremendous range of routes for all walkers, providing the motivation and detail your next adventure needs. Plus the books' durable covers and rounded corners make them ideal for outdoor use. Good for – picture perfect village of pastel painted houses, pretty harbour and unspoilt coastline. 15 – Ben Nevis

Where are the Isles of Scilly? – The Isles of Scilly are a group of islands 25 miles off the south western tip of Cornwall, of which St Mary’s is the largest island. Presented by Julia Bradbury, Britain's Favourite 100 Walks will feature the best places across the country, with routes shortlisted right across the UK, reflecting some of the nation's most stunning scenery - and you have a chance to influence the final decision. Where is the Gloucester and Sharpness Canal? – The Gloucester & Sharpness Canal walk runs from the Roman city of Gloucester to the port of Sharpness on the River Severn in South West England. When it was built in the 1800’s it was the broadest and deepest canal in the world.Of the top 100 – here are a few of our favourites, which we admit are a little biasaed towards mountain walks and the Welsh Coast. 32 Anglesey Coast Path Based on the results of the largest survey ever conducted into the UK’s hiking habits, the top 100 have been voted for by more than 8,000 walking enthusiasts. Where are Pitlochry and Blair Athol? – Pitlochry and Blair Athol are found in the Scottish Highlands. An ITV programme, presented by Julia Bradbury and Ore Oduba, brought viewers the ultimate guide to the beautiful British outdoors. Good for – historical walks among University colleges, churches and the Fitzwilliam Museum. Spot people punting on the River Cam. 83 – Clifton Suspension Bridge