Five tips to enjoy a great day outside

STEPPING outside for a breath of fresh air does wonders for our health and wellbeing. We firmly believe an active outdoor lifestyle helps you live longer, stay younger and enjoy life more.

Make memories, have fun and explore amazing new places. Here’s our top tips to help you make the most of the great outdoors.

1. PLAN AHEAD

Having a rough idea on where to go and what to do will make your day more enjoyable. To avoid disappointment, book ahead or arrive early.

2. PACK FOR THE OCCASION

Layers are great for our interchanging weather. Water and snacks are essential, and handy items such as a spork and flask will help keep the country clean.

3. TRY SOMETHING NEW

Climb a different hill, play a new game, take a dip in open water, swap two feet for two wheels – whatever it is, vary your time outside and uncover your sense of adventure.

4. GET OFF THE BEATEN TRACK

Find less-trodden paths and explore quieter places to enjoy nature. Discover new places locally that you never knew existed.

5. SHARE YOUR HIDDEN GEMS

Share new places you’ve found and join us in helping others get outside.

For ideas, inspiration and information to help you make the most of your time outside, visit getoutside.uk and download the free GetOutside app. Find things to do locally and share your love of the great outdoors by uploading places and events directly on to the app so others can enjoy them too.

GetOutside helps you make the most of your time outside and gives you the confidence to go outdoors – knowing where to go and what to do.

Buy Ordnance Survey maps, guides and gear from all good bookshops when available, and online from the OS Shop at os.uk/adventure