Trail List
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Welcome to the 10 Mile Hike Trail Guides — a curated collection of long-distance routes and multi-day hikes across the UK.
Every trail listed here is one I’ve hiked myself — carrying the pack, pitching the tent, and navigating the highs and lows along the way.
From iconic National Trails and coast-to-coast journeys to regional classics, you’ll find practical planning advice, campsite recommendations, maps, and trail stories — everything you need to plan your own adventure with confidence.
Browse by route below to explore detailed guides, section breakdowns, and first-hand insights from the trail.
How To Choose The Right Trail
Not sure where to start? Here are a few suggestions depending on the kind of adventure you’re looking for.
- The Ridgeway — a classic hike on England’s oldest road
- Wainwright’s Coast-to-Coast — a bucket-list adventure
- The Dartmoor Way — wild moorland landscapes
Or explore by section:
Iconic Long-Distance Trails
Britain’s most famous long-distance walks — iconic landscapes, historic routes, and unforgettable multi-day adventures.
The Cotswold Way
Perfect for first-time backpackers in the South of England.
A Classic English Countryside Walk
A beginner-friendly trail through classic English countryside — panoramic escarpments, ancient woodland, and honey-coloured villages — finishing in the Georgian city of Bath.
How to Get to the Start From The Nearest Station
Don’t worry about reaching the official start — this scenic walk from Moreton-in-Marsh station takes you to Chipping Campden through classic Cotswold countryside. GPX included.
Get to the Start →
Best Places to Visit on The Cotswold Way
One of the joys of hiking long-distance trails is discovering places you never planned to see. Here are some of my favourites along the Cotswold Way, all without stepping off the trail.
Explore More →Norfolk Coast Path and Peddar’s Way
A trail of two halves — and possibly the flattest in the UK.
An Easy Coastal And Historic Trail
From vast salt marshes and sandy beaches on the Norfolk Coast Path to the quiet, straight Roman tracks of the Peddars Way, this fascinating route combines wildlife, big skies, and ancient history.
Offa’s Dyke Path
Discover Anglo-Saxon history and spectacular scenery along the England–Wales border.
A Longer-distance Challenge
Following the ancient earthwork built by King Offa in the 8th century, this challenging National Trail winds through quiet hills, remote countryside, and historic border towns.
Monmouth Town and Other Highlights on Offa’s Dyke Path
From historic market towns where you can stock up to castle grounds perfect for a picnic, these are some of the most memorable stops along the trail.
Not to be Missed →The Pembrokeshire Coast Path
Experience Wales on a trail in Britain’s Only Coastal National Park
A Peaceful and Challenging Adventure
Clifftop paths, hidden coves, wild headlands, and sweeping sea views make this one of the UK’s most dramatic long-distance walks.
Campsites
Find welcoming places to pitch along the trail with this guide to the best campsites on the Pembrokeshire Coast Path.
Pitch Up Here →The Ridgeway
Immerse yourself in an ancient landscape on Britain’s oldest road.
Britain’s Oldest Road
Discover sweeping ridge-top views, mysterious burial sites, and magical bluebell woods on this ancient route that feels far more remote than you might expect.
South West Coast Path
Britain’s longest national trail – a spectacular journey around the rugged coasts of Devon, Cornwall, Somerset and Dorset.
An Epic Adventure
From Somerset to Dorset, this legendary coastal trail delivers dramatic cliffs, hidden beaches, historic harbours, and some of Britain’s best sea views.
The South Downs Way
A beautiful chalk ridge walk across the rolling hills of southern England, entirely within the South Downs National Park.
A Classic Chalk Ridge Walk
Follow sweeping chalk ridges from Winchester to the white cliffs of Eastbourne, with big skies, ancient tracks, and wide views across the South Downs.
Campsites
Tried and tested campsites along the South Downs Way — perfect for walkers and backpackers.
Find a Campsite →
The West Highland Way
Scotland’s most famous long-distance trail through the wild landscapes of the Highlands.
A Legendary Highland Journey
Lochs, moorland, ancient military roads and dramatic mountain scenery make this one of Britain’s most unforgettable long-distance walks.
Campsites
Find the best places to stay along the trail, from campsites and hostels to simple Highland bothies.
Plan Your Nights →
Wild Camping On Loch Lomond
You need a permit between March and September, here’s how to get one and what it’s like to wild camp beside Loch Lomond.
Get a Permit →Coast-to-Coast Trails
Epic journeys that cross England from one sea to another.
Wainwright’s Coast-to-Coast
An epic journey across three spectacular national parks.
Bucket List Hike
Big climbs in the Lake District, long quiet miles through the Dales, and the wild sweep of the North York Moors: this is a hike you’ll never forget.
Campsites
From simple backpacker fields to hostels with drying rooms — find the best places to stay along the trail.
Book Your Spot →
The Lake District
From sideways rain to stunning ridges — my soggiest, toughest, and most unforgettable days on the Coast to Coast.
The Lake District →
The Yorkshire Dales
From enigmatic ancient sites to lush working landscapes — the Yorkshire Dales brought tranquillity and calm.
The Yorkshire Dales →
The North York Moors
Wild Weather, steep climbs, and that surreal moment when the sea finally comes into view.
The North York Moors →The Two Moors Way – Devon’s Coast-to-Coast
Explore two national parks on this coast-to-coast walk across Devon from Wembury to Lynmouth.
Devon’s Wild Coast-to-Coast Journey
Cross the wild open spaces of Dartmoor and the lush hills of Exmoor on this peaceful coast-to-coast trail. Expect Iron Age hillforts, quaint villages, sparkling rivers — and the occasional bog!
Tamara Coast-to-Coast Way
A newer coast-to-coast trail following the River Tamar between Devon and Cornwall.
Complete a Circuit of Cornwall
Following the River Tamar between Devon and Cornwall, this little-known trail can link with the South West Coast Path to create a ‘Circuit of Cornwall’.
Classic Regional Trails
Small but mighty trails — perfect for weekend adventures, first multi-day hikes, and discovering the landscapes of the South West.
The Dartmoor Way
This circular trail is a perfect introduction to Dartmoor National Park.
A Beginner-Friendly Introduction to Dartmoor
Circle Dartmoor’s wild landscapes on an easy-to-navigate route that links historic towns and villages.
Saint Michael’s Way Day Hike
Walk an ancient pilgrimage route across Cornwall from coast to coast.
An Official Pilgrimage Route
Get your Camino passport stamped on this ancient route from St Ives to St Michael’s Mount.
The Saint’s Way
A gentle coast-to-coast trail following an ancient pilgrimage route across Cornwall.
Weekend Hike
Perfect for first-time backpackers — hike from Padstow to Fowey through fields, valleys, and quiet Cornish countryside.
The South Hams Way
A circular route including a stretch of Dartmoor National Park and 50 miles of the South West Coast Path
An Essential Trail For Hikers New to the South West
The full trail guide is coming soon!
Find out when it goes online →
The Point I Turned Back
I had to turn back — and learnt why flexibility matters more than finishing.
Rough Weather on the Trail →The Tinner’s Way Day Hike
Follow an ancient route across moorland and discover Cornwall’s remarkable prehistoric and mining landscapes.
Ancient Sites and Moorland Landscapes
Walk across wild moorland between St Ives and St Just while discovering ancient stone circles, quoits, and Cornwall’s rich mining heritage.
Planning Your First Long-Distance Hike?
These guides cover some of the most important things I’ve learned along the way — from gear choices to wild camping.