There’s countless scenic spots across the nation all offering stunning views, history, a connection to nature and much more – five freebies have been praised by one adventure-loving hiker
A series of walks have been praised for their beauty as well as the fact they’re free to visit. The UK is littered with breathtaking scenery, from expansive and historic parks, to vast and imposing mountains, wild moorlands, glacial lakes and impressive waterfalls, rugged cliffs, and more.
Nature lovers and walking enthusiasts are spoiled for choice, with countless scenic walks on offer across the nation. If you’re craving views, towering trees, or a connection to nature; there’s no shortage of options.
Five freebies have been lauded on TikTok by adventure-focused content creator Tom Harborne, who shared a video highlighting these winter walks which cost “0” but offer “10 out of 10 views”.
The footage showcases each of the destinations and, in the caption, Tom included the postcode to help people find them with ease.
Hafren Forest, SY18 6PT
Kicking off his list, Tom named Hafren Forest. This expansive space can be found north-west of Llanidloes, an ancient market town in mid-Wales.
The forest was named after Afon Hafren, which is the Welsh name for the River Severn. In the caption accompanying the video, Tom penned: “A calm corner of mid Wales where rivers slice through towering pine and waterfalls echo through the valley.
“When frost hits the trails it looks like someone turned the whole forest into a movie set.”
Aberglaslyn Pass, LL45 4YG
The Aberglaslyn Pass is a stunning narrow gorge in Eryri National Park, also known as Snowdonia, Gwynedd, north Wales.
Tom said: “A dramatic Welsh valley with turquoise water mist curling through steep mountain walls and slate tunnels that feel like portals to another world.
“Winter makes this place wild in the best possible way.”
Slaters Bridge, LA22 9NY
Tom branded this spot “one of the Lake District’s most photogenic bridges”. This traditional packhorse bridge is found in Little Langdale in the English Lake District.
The bridge became a listed building in 1967 but the bridge itself dates back to the 17th century.
Tom added: “Moss covered stone stretching across still winter water surrounded by golden fells. Tiny walk, huge reward.”
Hafod Estate, SY25 6DX
The Hafod Estate is a phenomenally popular landscaped estate in Ystwyth valley in Ceredigion, Wales.
The National Trust states: “Hafod is one the finest examples of a ‘picturesque style’ landscape from the 18th century. Discover waymarked trails, wildlife and nature within the rugged landscape of mid-Wales.”
Tom explained: “An 18th century woodland paradise with gothic arches hidden viewpoints and rivers roaring through deep woodland.
“Frost on the trees transforms every path into a postcard worthy scene.”
The Dolgoch Falls, LL36 9UW
This scenic walk allows people to take in a series of three waterfalls near Tywyn in Gwynedd, North Wales. Part of the stream Nant Dôl-goch, which flows into the Afon Fathew, the waterfalls are a very popular site and easily accessed by a short walk.
Tom added: “Three waterfalls crashing through a moss covered gorge. Cold air hits the spray and suddenly you are in a winter rainforest. Free, powerful and stupidly beautiful.”