Best Easter walks in the UK, from city rambles to coastal strolls

Whether you prefer your rambling leisurely or strenuous, coastal or hilly, Tom Mulvihill has 10 great British spring walks for the Easter break that will be sure to blow away the cobwebs – plus a welcome pitstop pint at each

Let’s go outside: Embrace the outdoors this Easter (Getty Images)

The UK is blessed with over 140,000 miles of footpaths, bridleways and byways, meaning that you’re never very far from a wonderful walk through our green and pleasant land.

A ramble is a fine thing it itself, providing untold health benefits for both body and mind. But many would argue that a really good walk requires a good pub at the end of it. What could be better than a roaring fire, a good meal and a stiff drink after a lengthy stroll through the countryside?

With that in mind, here are 10 top routes for a stroll over the Easter long weekend and school holidays, from Sussex to Scotland, and, of course, where to stop for a quick pick-me-up before heading for home.