GetOutside: Local things to do

Find lots of things to do outside, with events, points of interest, activities and free ideas across Great Britain. Fun, active days with friends and family have never been easier with GetOutside — brought to you by Ordnance Survey.

GetOutside helps you do more in the British outdoors. Whether you’re looking to explore your local area, or go somewhere further afield — we bring everything together so that you can make a plan!

Enjoy hundreds of things to do, from fun walks to playgrounds, tennis courts, bike hire, local events and lots more. You can even filter by facilities like cafes, parking and toilets along the way. 

Get to know GetOutside:
 
• One app for places to visit and things to do outdoors across Great Britain!
• Plan your adventure — search by location, chosen destinations, or favourite activities.
• Choose from picnic spots, playgrounds, historic areas, cultural landmarks & much more.
• Find events & add your own for others to enjoy within the community.
• Walks & cycling routes — browse a huge selection to stay active, powered by OS Maps.
• Save activities and share them with your family and friends.

Plan your days: All you need, all in one place
• Discover places to go, things to do, routes to walk/cycle and events nearby.
• We cover destinations across the whole of Great Britain, no matter where you are.
Search by current location, destinations, activities, durations, facilities and more!

Discover a range of things to do outside
• Our ‘things to do’ section is packed with both free and affordable ideas and inspiration.
• From staying active through walking and cycling routes to games, exercise challenges, picnic areas, playgrounds, outdoor attractions and events nearby — there’s no need to ever get bored outside in nature!

Explore local walking & cycling routes with OS Maps
• Enjoy walking and cycling routes with directions to the starting destinations and map previews.
• See activities nearby — build in breaks around your days with playgrounds, parks, historic areas and more!
• All powered by OS Maps, with useful navigation for when you’re out and about.

Browse and add upcoming events in your area
• Find lots of fun events, from wildlife photography, to pressed flower workshops, green festivals and more.
• Post and promote your own or others’ events for free by adding it straight to the app.

Save activities and share with family and friends
• Find and save activities you like so you can do it again, whenever it suits you.
• From walks to workshops, share activities to make a plan with your friends and family.

Get Inspired by GetOutside
• Fresh, regularly updated and relevant how-to articles and guides.
• Get inspired with ideas and inspiration for staying active and enjoying the great outdoors. 

So, what are you waiting for? Download the app today to explore the outdoors around you, and build a treasure trove of fun-filled memories.

Plus, feel free to tell us what you think! If you have any feedback or thoughts on how we can improve the app, please use the feedback button in the app, or simply email [email protected].

Finally, to stay up to date with GetOutside, as well as all our other ways to reap the benefits of being outdoors — simply follow Ordnance Survey on social: 

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