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#WildlifeWednesday: "Pine marten kits have been caught on camera after a third successful breeding year in the Forest of Dean. Ecologists think the population is now approaching 60." Read "Forest of Dean: Another successful breeding year for pine martens" buff.ly/3DzrJ3F

"As views roll across the water, crumbling castles teeter on the sides of fossil filled cliffs, giving you an insight into the history and wildlife of this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty." 🌊 Read "5 places to visit on the Northumberland Coast": buff.ly/3YcsXLZ

This corner of Wales features ancient woodlands, rugged clifftops and sandy beaches, as well as intriguing historic sites, making this section of the Wales Coast Path a truly memorable walking adventure. ☀️ Discover our Llyn Coast Path tours here: buff.ly/3LJdaN5

It's National Map Reading Week! D'you reckon you know your stuff when it comes to navigating UK landscapes by map? 🗺️ Take Ordnance Survey's Map Reading Quiz and test your knowledge here: buff.ly/44QwJxa

Happy Monday everyone! ☀️ Check out this marvellous snap by Contours team member Gosia of Dyrham Park in South Gloucestershire - if you're out exploring the Cotswolds any time soon, be sure to pay a visit to this gorgeous country house and ancient deer park. 😁

"From Cumbrian classics to Welsh watering holes amid hills and mountains, we've put together a list of some of the UK's best pub walks, each starting, ending or midway along a suggested walking route." 🍻 Read "Britain's best country pub walks": buff.ly/3OfCcaW

This month the Contours team have been sharing their best summer snaps, and here a some of our favourites! 🌻🌊🍦 Where have you been exploring this summer? We'd love to hear what you've been up to! 😁☀️

"Standing against one of the most recognisable backdrops in the Lake District, Langdale is home to the peaks known as the Langdale Pikes. Made up of two valleys, it has become one of the most popular areas for hikers." ⛰️ Read "A Langdale Adventure" here: buff.ly/3rO9GnG

The Snowdon Round explores the scenery of the Snowdonia/Eryri National Park in Wales. The trail features mountains, lakes and colourful woodlands, with impressive views from start to finish. Watch "The Snowdon Round in Snowdonia National Park" here: buff.ly/3fXibaj

"There’s no better companion for the outdoor world than a really good book, and no quicker way to get to know a community than with a wander around its bookshop." 📚 Read "Bookshops on the Trails" here: buff.ly/43MjegE

These photos were sent in to us by Contours customer Robert Evans from their recent walking holiday along the Dales High Way in #Yorkshire. Thank you for sharing and we're pleased to see you had a great time! 🌻 Check out our Dales High Way tours here: buff.ly/3ehCIpt

"Little Beck Wood nature reserve is a wonderfully secluded woodland near Whitby. Recently a new sculpture has been carved within the wood, and was kindly funded by North York Moors National Park." 🌳 Read "Wood sculpture at Little Beck nature reserve": buff.ly/3Dp8XvW

The Thames Path National Trail is an excellent route for those looking for a gentle amble with lovely views and insightful history. Thanks to Gesche Henningsen for sharing these pics from their Contours Holiday! 🤗 Check out our Thames Path tours here: buff.ly/3OQ64LD

"Stanage Edge is a gritstone edge that’s 4 miles long. It’s a natural playground, the surface covered with flat, smooth boulders that make parts of it look like a lunar landscape." Read "Top 10 Summer Peak District Days Out with the Kids": buff.ly/450J6X5

#WildlifeWednesday: "The differences between stoats and weasels aren't huge, but when you know what to look for, it's not too hard to know whether you're watching a stoat or a weasel." 🐾 "Stoat and weasel guide: how to identify and best places to spot": buff.ly/2OZ5yLB

"Going fast recruits all your muscle fibers, strengthens those muscles, and improves your efficiency by increasing the neural connections between your brain and your muscles." 🏃‍♀️ Read "Build Speed Without Stress" here: buff.ly/3Q9kpmQ

The Pennine Way National Trail is one of Britain's iconic hiking routes - a multi-day challenge to conquer "England's backbone" as it winds through nine counties and encounters exceptional panoramas. ☀️ Take a look at our #PennineWay walking tours here: buff.ly/3piVkrB

"The idea of going from A to B on a mountain bike so that you get to ride in a whole range of environments and experience the best the area has to offer appeals to me, so I hope it will appeal to others." 🚴 Read "Mountain Biking: Going from A to B" here: buff.ly/46LwOU9

Just look at these fantastic views; it's enough to make anyone race to the seaside! Thank you to Contours customer Raymond Riggs for sharing these great shots from the South West Coast Path! 🌊 😍 Itching to explore this trail yourself? Click here: buff.ly/3F3cQar