There's nothing quite like acing up your hiking boots and heading into the great outdoors. The mountain climbing in the UK offers a refreshing dose of fresh air, thought-clearing exercise and an unrivalled sense of freedom. Walking is an excellent way to experience a new place, too – whether you're listening to birdsong, smelling salty sea air or feeling the exhilaration of a bracing wind on your face. The best thing is you don’t have to look far to find a good hiking trail in the United Kingdom. From beautiful Scottish islands to the southernmost tip of England, there’s everything from gentle jaunts to hardcore hikes to choose from.