WALKING THERAPY
Thank goodness for the restorative power of a good walk! Here we feature 10 of the UK’s best walking areas, and great sites to stay at
1 The Blue Lagoon, Pembrokeshire
Pembrokeshire has an almost indecent number of the most wonderful walks, and we particularly like the two-mile stretch from the fishing village of Porthgain, heading south to the Blue Lagoon and Abereiddy beach.
Starting from Porthgain harbour, you follow the coastal path and will soon be taking in staggering clifftop views (A).
This dramatic, wild coastline is formed of high cliffs that overlook the rocks of Cerrig Gwylan, which lie out to sea at the northern extremity of Traeth Llyfn beach (be wary of high tides here).
You can drop down to the beach itself, or continue towards the Blue Lagoon and the beach at Abereiddy. The Blue Lagoon is a former quarry, which has become a popular swimming and high-diving spot.
Pack your wetsuit and your courage – or simply enjoy watching others dive from the rocks into the inky blue.
Where to stay
Tretio Caravan & Camping Park › www.tretio.com
2 Old Man of Coniston, Lake District
A choice for connoisseurs, the Old Man of Coniston, in the Furness Fells, is one of the Lake District’s most iconic walks and a magnet for hikers. You’ll need to have a good level of fitness to tackle this challenge, because this is a proper hike, rising to an elevation of some 800m (B) – but what views on the way!