[lebski88]

I do think they're right that the footpaths and rights of way are underappreciated here. Whilst I would appreciate a proper right to roam, it would be more about being able to legally wild camp. In terms of actually getting to places there aren't that many interesting places that aren't already accessible.

There's barely a field around my house that isn't crossed by a footpath.

There are a loads of fantastic long walks to take on. Personally I'd recommend the south west coastal path. In particular the wilder Exmoor section, although there's barely a dull moment over the whole 1000km. There is definitely something incredibly mindful and calming about just spending time walking.

[meheleventyone]

Scotland is great for that with the right to roam also extending to wild camping. One of my best memories is wild camping the West Highland Way.

[buggeryorkshire]

Did that a couple of months ago, was amazing! Apart from the midges..

[meheleventyone]

One night we camped in a really wet grassy field and had to run back and forth from the midges to get set up. By the time we were done and in the tent there were at least as many midges inside the tent as outside. It was the only time we gave up, abandoned the tent and went to find somewhere else to sleep. Otherwise we were pretty lucky! 15 or more years ago now though!

[buggeryorkshire]

It was ridiculously bad, even worse with having a dog who brought them in the tent through no fault of her own. Love the place, but Bill Gates needs to spend his money to sort them out.

[noneeeed]

The footpaths and Ordinance Survey maps. Combining those with the fact that most of the UK can be walked by a moderately fit and healthy person is kind of special.

[ljsocal]

What is the south west coastal path’s name? Thanks!

[Angostura]

It's called just that!

https://www.southwestcoastpath.org.uk