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National Trails in England and Wales
Find information about the National Trails in England and Wales.
This page is also available in Welsh (Cymraeg).
There are 17 National Trails in England and Wales. The symbol for all National Trails is an acorn, which is used to show the route of the trails.
The trails are open to everyone for short walks, day trips or long-distance walking challenges. Cyclists and horse riders can use the Pennine Bridleway and the South Downs Way, as well as sections of the other trails.
In Scotland the equivalent trails are called Scotland’s Great Trails.
Visit a trail
Find information about each trail, including:
- accessibility on the trail
- what you can experience on the trail
- sections of the trail
- maps for the trail
- who to contact about the trail
Prepare for your visit
How to plan and prepare for your visit to a National Trail.
Maintaining the trails
Find more information about:
- who manages, maintains and improves the trails
- how changes to the routes are made
Updates to this page
Published 24 June 2026