Britain's Favourite Path

Join the search for Britain's Favourite Path. Will yours be crowned the winner?

Britain's Favourite Path is back for 2025.
 

During National Walking Month in May, we once again teamed up with Cotswold Outdoor to ask you submit a picture of your favourite path and tell us why it means so much to you.

And the response was fantastic.

Hundreds of you, from all across Great Britain, have got in touch to share your favourite path and why it’s so special. And we’ve treasured seeing every single one.

Now our expert judges, lead by Head Judge Jeff Brazier, will whittle the entries down and name our eight category champions.

Then, on 1 July, it’s over to you. For the month of July, we’ll be asking you to cast your vote and help us declare Britain’s Favourite Path 2025. Where will be crowned the winner?

Voting will open on Tuesday 1 July so save the date, keep your eyes peeled on social media and make sure to cast your vote!

Can’t wait until then? Why not get your path fix by checking out last year’s shortlist below.

Or want to find out more about our expert judges? Head to the bottom of this page to read our feature on our panel of path pro’s.

Get inspired by last year's shortlist

Our paths are a national treasure. But too often, they’re overlooked and underloved.

So last year, we joined together with Cotswold Outdoor to find Britain’s favourite, inviting people from all across Britain to send us a picture of their favourite path and explain why they love it so much.  

Our panel of judges then whittled down hundreds of entries to a shortlist, which was shared with the public for the final decision. Thousands of votes were cast and Thursley Common Boardwalk in Surrey took the crown as Britain’s Favourite Path 2024. Here are all the finalists from last year:

The 2024 shortlist

East England, The Pegsdon Hills

East England, The Pegsdon Hills

"These small chalk downs offer beautiful views over the surrounding area and are a haven of wildlife. Walking there lifts my spirits, every single time I visit."

Midlands, Pennine Way

Midlands, Pennine Way

"The path connects past and future and weaves together the history of our common pasture land. It speaks of a distinct and clear beauty that has been fought and cared for. It speaks of hope."

North West England, Loughrigg Fell to Todd Crag

North West England, Loughrigg Fell to Todd Crag

"The path from Loughrigg Fell to Todd Crag holds a special place in my heart, not just for its breath-taking views but for the deep connection I’ve built with this landscape over the years."

Scotland, The Clyde Walkway

Scotland, The Clyde Walkway

"This stunning path is called the Clyde Walkway. It meanders some 40 miles through rural, industrial and urban Lanarkshire, through towns and countryside, passing churches, farms and spectacular views of Lanarkshire."

South East England, Thursley Common

South East England, Thursley Common

"I grew up in Elstead so have walked this area all my life and when I was young the wetlands didn't exist, they have evolved overtime, with the help of conservation, bringing a vast range of wildlife & the beauty of nature to the common."

South West England, South West Coast Path

South West England, South West Coast Path

"I started walking the South West Coast Path a couple of years ago while waiting for cancer treatment to start. I promised myself that when I was through treatment, I would complete a walk to Lands End from my home in Hampshire. Last year I got to Lands End."

Wales, Hafren Forest

Wales, Hafren Forest

"Last year, I struggled a lot with my depression and worked so hard to find myself again. Hafren Forest is a beautiful place and made me fall back in love with nature. And for that, it holds a special place in my heart."

More info

Walker and dog on a frosty woodland path glowing with autumn colours – a 2024 Britain’s Favourite Path competition entry.

Meet our Britain’s Favourite Path judges

Broadcaster Jeff Brazier joins Ramblers volunteers from across Britain to judge this year’s Britain’s Favourite Path competition – meet the inspiring panel making the decisions.

A stoneclad path looking over some high hills with a sunset in the background.

Discover Britain’s favourite paths

With our search for Britain’s Favourite Path 2025 underway, we’ve brought together some of the very best entries from last year, with all the directions and information you’ll need to explore them yourself.

A man stands at Mam Tor, watching the sun rise over the misty mountain.

Terms and conditions

Please find our competition terms and conditions here.

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