Best gentle walks in every part of the UK with spectacular views and no strenuous climbs

Britons looking for a gentle stroll during their next staycation have been told the best places to do this across the country.

From scenic countryside trails in Cumbria to accessible coastal paths in Devon, there are routes to suit a range of abilities, while offering some of the best views in the UK.

Outdoor retailer GO Outdoors has highlighted 11 short but scenic routes that can be completed in less than two hours, with many taking just 30 minutes.

Best gentle walks across UK

• North East: Ormesby Hall Multi-User Trail, Middlesbrough – two miles (one hour)
• North West: Tarn Hows Circular Walk, Cumbria – two miles (one hour)
• Yorkshire and the Humber: Menagerie Garden Walk, Nostell – 1.4 miles (45 minutes)
• East Midlands: Clumber Park History Walk, Nottinghamshire – 1.5 miles (45 minutes)
• West Midlands: Accessible Walk at Croome, Worcestershire – two miles (one hour 30 minutes to two hours)
• East of England: Hatfield Forest Tree Walk, Essex – 1.75 miles (one hour 30 minutes to two hours)
• London: Osterley Park and House Multiuse Trail – 1.5 miles (30 minutes)
• South East: Seaford Head Easy Access Trail, East Sussex – one to two miles (30 minutes to one hour)
• South West: Salcombe Hill Accessible Walk, Devon – 0.8 miles (30 minutes to one hour)
• Scotland: Dunmore Trail, Faskally Forest – 0.75 miles (30 minutes)
• Wales: Barcud Trail, Bwlch Nant yr Arian – 0.8 miles (30 minutes)

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Author and outdoor enthusiast at GO Outdoors, Natalie Wolfenden, said: “There’s no age limit on getting outdoors, and there are walks up and down the country for people of all abilities to enjoy.

"From the Tarn Hows Circular Walk in Cumbria, with its beautiful views and relatively gentle route, to the peaceful and scenic Dunmore Trail of Faskally Forest, there’s something for everyone."

For those visiting the North East, the experts recommended Ormesby Hall Multi-User Trail, Middlesbrough. This gentle circular route takes walkers through woodland and open parkland on the historic Ormesby Hall estate, with plenty of opportunities to spot wildlife along the way. Its smooth, all-weather surface makes it suitable for wheelchair users and those looking for an accessible countryside escape in Teesside.

The next recommendation was Tarn Hows Circular Walk in Cumbria. One of the Lake District's most picturesque beauty spots, Tarn Hows offers spectacular views across the water towards the surrounding fells.

The easy circular route follows a firm gravel path, with benches along the way and mobility scooters available to borrow, making it a lovely option for a leisurely day out

Rounding out the top three is Menagerie Garden Walk, in Nostell. This peaceful garden walk takes visitors along pretty lakeside paths before reaching Nostell's enchanting Menagerie Garden, once home to exotic birds and monkeys.

With even paths and no steep slopes, it's a good choice for older holidaymakers wanting to combine a gentle stroll with a little history.