As the weather starts to warm up, many people feel excited to head outside and enjoy the natural world again. One lovely way to do this is by going for a gentle walk or packing a picnic in the Peak District, where you can relax near beautiful waterfalls. Derbyshire is packed with stunning water sights, from grand waterfalls at historic estates to quiet streams hidden in the countryside. One lesser known walk in the Peak District lets you see seven waterfalls one after another

We all know Wales is a beautiful place, and we are lucky to have some of the best scenery in the world right on our doorstep. Now those stunning views are appearing on TV once again in the BBC’s new comedy crime series, Death Valley. The show follows Detective Janie Mallowan, played by Gwyneth Keyworth, and retired TV detective John Chapel, played by Timothy Spall, as they team up to solve crimes in the Cynon Valley. Although the story is set in Mountain Ash, filming actually

Large numbers of visitors heading to see a waterfall known as one of the most famous in Europe are causing serious problems for people living in a small Welsh village. The 120ft waterfall has been a popular place to visit since the 18th century, but growing attention on social media has led to huge crowds, turning a once calm attraction into a very busy hotspot. As a result, the road leading to the falls has become so crowded that the nearby village of Abergwyngregyn in Eryri

To cross a single river at one of Wales’ most striking tourist spots, you do not walk over just one bridge but three. This hidden gem, set in the heart of the Cambrian Mountains, offers some of the most remarkable views in the UK, along with one of the oddest sights. Three bridges stand directly on top of each other across the River Mynach, built at different times between the 11th and 19th centuries. Photo © Tom Hooper ( cc-by-sa/2.0 ) Twelve miles inland from the seaside

Wales is home to a scenic treasure that is perfect for nature lovers who want to explore somewhere special. Hidden inside the beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park is a wonderful walking trail that winds through lush greenery and past incredible waterfalls. You can even walk behind some of the rushing water, giving the whole place an almost tropical feel. Photo © Gareth James ( cc-by-sa/2.0 ) Known as one of the UK’s hidden gems, the Four Waterfalls Walk became widely know

A plan to develop some of Wales’ most appealing tourist spots has now been approved. A number of local residents objected to the £7 million proposal for Waterfall Country at Pontneddfechan in Bannau Brycheiniog, also known as the Brecon Beacons. Their objections came from worries that it could turn a quiet country village into a busy tourist centre, harming local wildlife and creating more litter and noise. Photo © Nigel Davies ( cc-by-sa/2.0 ) Even so, councillors voted in

A tiny UK village surrounded by waterfall walks, cosy pubs and welcoming places to eat is a spot full of history and charm. Fewer than 600 people live there, although the number rises in holiday seasons when visitors arrive to enjoy the magical landscape. Tourists from across the region love exploring the waterfall trail known near the village of Ystradfellte in Powys, South Wales. Photo © David Neale ( cc-by-sa/2.0 ) This beautiful area, often called Waterfall Country, sit

When you think of Christopher Nolan’s films, you might picture the grand streets of Paris in Inception, the towering New York skyline used to recreate Gotham in Batman, or even the blazing deserts of New Mexico seen in Oppenheimer. But one unforgettable filming location sits much closer to home, and it is stunning enough to stop you in your tracks. Hidden deep inside a forested gorge on the edge of the Brecon Beacons is a waterfall so dramatic that it earned a starring role i

If you’re looking to escape the buzz of London and discover enchanting corners where water tumbles, flows and invites you in, then you’re in for a treat. This guide explores ten hidden waterfalls and wild-swimming spots within reach of the capital, each one offering something unexpected: secret plunge pools, woodland whispers, the ripple of cool water under dappled light. Many of these places lie under the radar, so you’ll feel like you’ve stumbled upon your own private retre

The Lake District is famous for its dramatic fells, glassy lakes, and quaint stone villages, but hidden among its rugged valleys are waterfalls that many visitors never discover. While the well-known cascades attract large crowds, tucked away in mossy ravines and shaded woodlands lie secret falls where you can enjoy the sound of rushing water in near solitude. These secluded treasures feel like stepping into another world, where the air is cool and damp with spray, and sunlig