Country diary: into the woods and out of the ordinary

Coed y Cwm, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion: The deep leaf litter beneath my feet soaks up other sounds, creating an acoustic like that of a softly furnished library

Into the night: why walking in the dark is good for the soul

Shorter days don’t have to put a stop to walking trips, as our writer finds on a night-time ramble on the South Downs

The Guardian view on the pleasures of autumn

Editorial: It will be a difficult winter, but the natural world brings small, precious consolations

Study reveals world’s most walkable cities

Walking improves health and cuts pollution but most cities still dominated by cars, says report

‘Nature has healing power’: Britain’s Covid heroes share their favourite outdoor spaces

From an 83-year-old coronavirus survivor to choir and food bank founders, where do those who inspired us in lockdown find their inspiration in the great outdoors?

Walk back in time: four historic hikes in England’s woodlands

Walking in the footsteps of Oliver Cromwell and James Herriot, and taking in ancient forests, high moors and spectacular timeless views

From little acorns: into the woods in search of Britain’s ancient oak trees

Seeking out the guardians of Britain’s ancient forests is a magical experience. Here’s where to find them, starting in Wiltshire

Walking in an autumn wonderland: how I found awe in deepest Surrey

A scientific study shows the benefits of feeling small in the grand scheme of things. An ‘awe walk’ on Surrey’s Leith Hill helped one sceptic see the light

Fjord focus: is Norway’s friluftsliv the answer to surviving a second lockdown?

As pandemic restrictions are tightened, and the weather turns, Norway’s ‘free-air life’ is more relevant – and appealing – than ever

What is your favourite UK awe-inspiring walk?

We’d like you to tell us abour your favourite awe-inspiring walks in the UK and show us pictures too