Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Discover some of the UK’s top destinations for walking, cycling and more...
From beautiful coastal walks to stunning views atop rolling hills, peaceful Pennines and gorgeous vales; discover these breathtaking Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, all located across England and Wales. Offering some of the UK’s top destinations for walking, cycling and more, these scenic areas are sure to impress all nature lovers.
Cotswolds
Cotswolds (AONB)
Stretching across five counties, the beautiful Cotswolds is an area of natural beauty filled with unique honey-coloured brick and an abundance of diverse and visually stunning areas for you to explore. Take a stroll through the rolling hills, explore the quintessential villages or take a trip to the bustling market towns. .
East Anglia
Norfolk Coast (AONB)
The Norfolk Coast contains some of the most important shingles, grazing marsh and dunes in Europe. With glacial moraine and rolling chalkland, take a stroll and immerse yourself in the unique coastal strip.
Dedham Vale (AONB)
With a variety of places to explore in Dedham Vale, from roaming the beautiful surrounding countryside and rolling farmland to discovering the delightful nearby villages; this charming English landscape offers the perfect place to enjoy serenity.
Isle of Wight
Isle of Wight (AONB)
Absorb the visually stunning island that offers a variety of scenic beauty, from the charming hay meadows and picturesque countryside to the sea cliffs and stunning coastline, boasting renowned destinations such as Compton Bay, where prehistoric remains hide in the cliffs.
Midlands
Malvern Hills (AONB)
Enjoy breathtaking landscapes when you walk over the Malvern Hills and absorb outstanding views of areas as far as Wales and the Cotswolds. Stretching over eight miles, these hills offer an array of visually stunning scenery and interesting geology for you to discover.
Shropshire Hills (AONB)
Bordering the Midlands and the Welsh mountains, Shropshire Hills offer an area of scenic beauty. This is the perfect location for a stroll along picturesque rolling hills, secluded woodlands and babbling rivers. Be sure to keep your eye out for the abundance of wildlife that habitat the Shropshire Hills, from birds to butterflies.
North East
Howardian Hills (AONB)
Covering the North Yorkshire countryside, the Howardian Hills offer a breathtaking, well-wooded landscape and views of scenic pasture fields. Enjoy some of the dramatic views the Howardian Hills provide as you explore some of the higher terrain.
North Pennines (AONB)
The visually attractive North Pennines is an ideal destination for anyone searching for unspoilt land and tranquillity. Being the second largest of the AONBs, there is an array of scenic wonders for you to absorb, from beautiful moorland views and breathtaking waterfalls to enjoy.
North West
Arnside and Silverdale (AONB)
Being one of the smallest of the AONBs, the quaint Arnside & Silverdale still boasts an abundance of outstanding views, from stunning limestone pavements, woodland areas to explore, a breathtaking coastline and more. Arnside and Silverdale also host a variety of wildflowers and beautiful rare butterflies.
Solway Coast (AONB)
With breathtaking views across the hills of Galloway, Solway Coast offers a wealth of scenic beauty. There’s plenty for you to see and do like exploring the coast which homes The Solway Dunes and Grune Point, or discover Solway Coast’s beautiful nature reserves
South Coast
Cornwall (AONB)
Including areas such as Lizard peninsula and Land’s End, Cornwall offers some of the most breathtaking coastal areas of natural beauty. Consisting of 12 geographical areas, Cornwall boasts an abundance of breathtaking coastal scenery and land for you to explore.
Tamar Valley (AONB)
An area around the Tamar, Tavy and Lynher rivers, Tamar Valley is one of the last drowned valley river systems in England. The rivers flow through steep gorges and deep meanders, as well as offering picturesque woodland valleys and peaceful, scenic views.
South West
Blackdown Hills (AONB)
Nestled on the border of Devon and Somerset, this isolated landscape offers beautiful and tranquil scenery as well as an abundance of wildlife from beavers and otters to dormice.
Cranborne Chase (AONB)
Divided into two areas, Cranborne Chase offers areas of scenic beauty, from chalk river valleys and ancient woodlands to rolling countryside.
Wales
Wye Valley (AONB)
Straddling the border of England and Wales, this river flows through immensely beautiful scenery, from peaceful woodland areas and serene meadows to idyllic countryside.
Gower (AONB)
The entirety of the Gower peninsula is an AONB and was the first designated. With its beautiful surrounding environment of saltwater marsh and oak woodlands, to its breathtaking classic coastline, Gower offers a variety of natural beauty.
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