Whether it’s crunchy leaves, soft grass or squelchy mud, the UK is known for its spectacular forests and woodland.

Covering over 12% of the country, woods across Britain offer us a perfect chance to disconnect from daily life, try spotting local birds and animals, and enjoy a bit of peace and quiet.

So, whatever the weather and wherever you are in the country, be inspired on where to go!

The best UK woodland walks

As the UK’s largest woodland conservation charity, The National Trust cares for tranquil woodland habitats across the country.

Get closer to nature with their list of the very best woodland walks. We’ve included links to each location so you can easily update your Sat nav!

For more information about the history and wildlife available at each of these locations, please visit The National Trust.

· Blickling Estate walk, Norfolk

· Borger Dalr geology walk, Cumbria

· Cliveden Woodland walking trail, Buckinghamshire

· Clumber Park, Nottinghamshire

· Clytha circular walk, Sugar Loaf, Monmouthshire

· Danes Wood, Killerton, Devon

· Dunham Massey, Greater Manchester

· Dutton Estate, Hampshire

· Roseberry Topping, North Yorkshire

· Sheringham Park, Norfolk

· Terrace Hill trail at Minnowburn, County Down

· The Vyne, Hampshire

· Wallington, Northumberland

· Woodchester Park, Gloucestershire

· Woodland Hill, Somerset

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