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The GuardianSep 25, 2026

‘Everything is golden’: readers’ tips for a great autumn day out in the UK

With autumn officially here, our readers savour days of fruitful mellowness, from Cornwall to Loch Lomond • Tell us about a great wellness experience – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher I love Loch Lomond in autumn. I’d start with a walk around Balmaha village and a stretch of the West Highland Way , pretending I’m there for the scenery rather than earning the right to eat something mass…

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  • Glentress ForestSightTrails surrounded by copper, red and gold in autumn.
  • PeeblesNeighborhoodWander along the river and around its independent shops.
  • Elsewhere
  • West Highland WayTrailLoch Lomond, United KingdomWalk around Balmaha village and a stretch of it.
  • GodrevySightCornwall, United KingdomWalk along the staggered cliff edges between here and Portreath.
  • PortreathSightCornwall, United KingdomWalk along the staggered cliff edges between Godrevy and here.
  • CragsideSightNorthumberland, United KingdomNational Trust property with 1,000 acres of trees.
  • Winterbourne House and GardenCaféBirmingham, United KingdomArts and Crafts style house set in stunning gardens.
  • HarborneSuburbBirmingham, United KingdomHead here for lunch or dinner.
  • River RoddlesworthSightWest Pennine Moors, United KingdomFlows through a wonderful wooded valley at the edge of moors.
  • Hollinshead HallSightWest Pennine Moors, United KingdomRuins to explore in the woods.
  • Royal ArmsRestaurantWest Pennine Moors, United KingdomPub at Ryal Fold.
  • Hare & HoundsRestaurantWest Pennine Moors, United KingdomPub at Abbey Village.
  • Longshaw estateSightPeak District, United KingdomPerfect for an autumn stroll with varied fungi.
  • Padley GorgeSightPeak District, United KingdomTwisted oak trees look spectacular on early autumn misty mornings.
  • Clumber ParkParkNottinghamshire, United KingdomNational Trust property with peaceful woodlands and golden leaf carpets.
  • Hadrian's WallTrailNorthumberland, United KingdomMoorland turns copper and gold; every climb rewards with views.
  • Steel RiggSightNorthumberland, United KingdomTake a trip to Steel Rigg in Northumberland National Park and treat yourself to some of the best viewpoints on…
  • Llangollen RailwayPlaceLlangollen, United KingdomSteam train trip through the Dee valley when leaves turn.
  • Oaks WoodSightPeak District, United Kingdom
  • Bolehill QuarrySightPeak District, United Kingdom
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National GeographicJun 26

7 equestrian experiences to embrace your inner cowboy

These trips let you discover some of the world's most iconic horse-riding cultures and traditions — and explore wild landscapes straight from the saddle.

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  • Borders Common RidingsFestivalExperience cultural reenactments from May to September.
  • Elsewhere
  • Kazakh eagle huntersPlaceBayan-Ulgii, MongoliaAttend annual festivals to watch demonstrations across the steppe.
  • Marwari horsesPlaceRajasthan, IndiaChosen companions of Rajput clans, prized cavalry horses.
  • Chittorgarh fortressSightChittorgarh, IndiaExplore historical walkways from the saddle of a Marwari.
  • Pushkar Camel FairFestivalPushkar, IndiaAttendees trade horses, cattle, and camels.
  • Argentine gauchoPlacePampas, ArgentinaLearn cattle herding and navigating terrain at estancias.
  • Icelandic horsesPlaceIcelandExperience unique movement like pacing and tölt on guided rides.
  • rettirFestivalIcelandAttend annual sheep roundups in September and October.
  • stóðréttirFestivalIcelandAttend annual horse roundups in September and October.
  • Bandera, TexasNeighborhoodBandera, United StatesNicknamed the ‘cowboy capital of the world’.
  • Lexington, KentuckyNeighborhoodLexington, United StatesEarned the extravagant title of ‘horse capital of the world’.
  • Horse Nations Indian Relay CouncilPlaceUS, United StatesCompetitors race without saddles across the US and Canada.
  • Feria del CaballoFestivalJerez, SpainCelebrates elaborate horseback parades and flamenco performances.
  • Camino de SantiagoTrailSantiago de Compostela, SpainRide a traditional Spanish horse along grassy mountains and coastal trails.
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