Guided hikes and walks across the UK
Explore day hikes across the UK with the GBAC.
Experience Britain’s best scenery on our guided day hikes across the UK. Walk in small groups with expert local guides who know the nation’s hidden landscapes better than anyone. Follow quiet trails, climb to sweeping mountain viewpoints, and explore wild corners you’d never discover alone. Every hike is carefully planned to be safe, simple and unforgettable — the perfect way to enjoy hiking for the first time or to discover new routes with confidence.
Explore guided hiking and walking trips across the UK with the Great British Adventure Club
Experience guided day hikes and walking tours across Britain — from rugged mountain ridges to quiet forest trails and rolling coastal paths. By booking with the Great British Adventure Club, you’ll connect with the UK’s largest network of independent mountain leaders and travel in small groups led by passionate local guides who know these landscapes inside out. These aren’t the same tired routes you’ll find elsewhere, but handpicked journeys that excite the guides themselves, taking you deep into hidden trails and inspiring viewpoints few ever get to see.
Every adventure is designed to make hiking safe, simple and rewarding, whether you’re trying a guided hike for beginners in the UK or looking to discover new routes with confidence. Expect breathtaking views, expert instruction, and carefully planned guided hiking tours UK, ensuring an unforgettable way to explore Britain’s most stunning countryside.
Guided UK day hikes: Frequently asked questions
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All adventures listed on The Great British Adventure Club are designed and led by independent local mountain guides — the UK’s largest network of expert leaders. You can meet the guides here.
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Not at all. Our trips are designed for all skill levels, from complete beginners to experienced walkers. Each adventure description clearly explains the difficulty so you can pick the right trip.
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We keep groups small to ensure a friendly, supportive atmosphere and a more personal experience with your guide. Group sizes are max 8 for day hikes and max 4 for wild camping trips.
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Every booking includes the guiding, route planning and safety support from your expert leader.
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A bit of rain won’t stop us — our trips are designed for the British outdoors, after all. But if conditions are unsafe or severe enough that the adventure can’t go ahead, the trip will be cancelled and you’ll be offered either a full refund or the chance to rebook for another date. Your safety and enjoyment always come first
Testimonials
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Great Dartmoor walk today for the RICS. Disappointed not to have caught it all after accidentally locking my car keys in the vehicle, along with my two dogs! Hope to be attending another event soon. all the best.
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Kirk D
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The moonlit walk was a wonderful experience. Keith is a great leader: he finds a lovely balance of personal anecdote, informative inputs on historical and natural features and just letting the group enjoy themselves. His engaging and relaxed manner conceals his levels of experience and expertise and the care he takes in choosing the routes and attending to safety, which leaves the rest of us free to simply enjoy the walk. He even managed to lay on nightjars for us!
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Katie T
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Had a wonderful informative walk with Keith today who is enthusiastic, informative and great company.
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Elizabeth D
Meet your guides
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Jack Wright
Mountain Leader
Scotland & Northern England
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![A smiling woman with long brown hair wearing a striped shirt, gray jacket, and sunglasses on her head, standing outdoors in a mountain landscape with grassy fields and snow-capped peaks in the background.]()
Amy Wright
Mountain Leader
Lake District
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![A man with sunglasses and a beard, dressed in a black jacket, is at a snowy mountaintop with a cloud-filled sky and a small island in the distance.]()
Keith Lambeth
Mountain Leader & Mountain Rescue
Dartmoor
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![A man sitting on rocks in a mountain landscape with rocky cliffs and cloudy sky, wearing a gray t-shirt, blue shorts, and hiking shoes, with a helmet, pink gloves, and a yellow backpack nearby.]()
Jerry Gillham
Mountain Leader, Ultra Athlete
Lake District
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![Man hiking in a grassy, hilly landscape with overcast skies, wearing a blue jacket, black pants, and carrying a backpack.]()
Michael Curry
Mountain Leader & Climbing Instructor
Lake District & Scotland
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![Man sitting on the ground against a stone wall, drinking from a white mug, with a small snack and a can of lemon soda nearby, dressed for running or outdoor activity.]()
David Williams
Mountain Leader
Scotland
Why book with the GBAC?
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Explore more authentic adventures
Each adventure is led by expert guides who own and operate their trips, creating authentic journeys shaped by passion and experience.
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Book with purpose and impact
GBAC guides are fairly rewarded. By taking only a commission, they earn more, own their trips, and focus on delivering the best experience.
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Create memories that last a lifetime
Our trips leave a lasting mark — from summiting peaks to sharing laughter round the campfire, every moment becomes a lasting memory.
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Book every trip with confidence
Our guides are chosen with care, fully insured, DBS checked and GBAC approved — giving you confidence your adventure is in safe hands.
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Travel in small, friendly groups
We keep every trip small for a friendlier, more personal feel — where journeys unfold naturally and every shared story becomes a memory.
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Explore with the largest network of UK guides
With one of the UK’s largest guide networks, your adventure is always secure — if one guide can’t make it, another steps in with passion.
Hiking | 1 day | 12.5km | Beginner–Intermediate