Ancient Sites

David Hamilton, author of Wild Ruins, has guest written this feature for Good Journey on how to get to Britain’s prehistoric monuments without a car.

Beechenhurst

A woodland adventure in the heart of the Forest of Dean - with sculpture trail, walking and tree climbing

Car-free offer: free entry (parking charge for cars)

Croydon countryside

Half an hour south of the centre of London, you can find some beautiful walking country: flowering parkland, historic commons, woods and nature reserves.

Beaches

As the days get longer and the sun feels warmer, we all want to head for the sea. But why get there in an overheated car?

Alice Holt Forest

Exciting outdoor activities in beautiful woodland - with way-marked trails, wooden animals and Gruffalo sculptures

Car-free offer: free entry (parking charge for cars)

Newquay

Twelve sandy beaches, world-class walking, scenic train and bus rides and a tropical zoo … Newquay makes a fabulous car-free base.

RHS Garden Wisley

Flagship garden of the RHS and one of the great gardens of the world

Car-free offer: 25% discount on entry with train/bus ticket or bike

Westonbirt The National Arboretum

Experience around 2500 different species of trees from all over the world

Car-free offer: 30% off entry with valid train or bus ticket, or bike

Wyre Forest

A forest escape with walking, cycling, horse riding and tree top adventures.

Car-free offer: free entry (parking charge for cars)

Summer adventures

Birds, animals, castles, gardens and boat trips … Here are six summery escapes in reach of London that will make a day trip into an adventure.

Richmond

Explore Kew Gardens, Hampton Court or the villa JMW Turner designed for himself. Richmond offers scenic riverside walks, panoramic views and deer parks.

Chelmsford

Birthplace of radio and only city in Essex, Chelmsford may be urban, but it’s easy to reach the surrounding countryside including some beautiful gardens.

Bluebells by bus and train

Exploring the UK in April and May means carpets of woodland bluebells - here are five car-free places for a springtime stroll.

Outdoor pools

Find lidos all over the UK that are easy to reach without a car. Combine a trip to the pool with a country walk or sightseeing around a the nearby towns and cities.

RSPB Rainham Marshes

Get close to nature at RSPB Rainham Marshes - explore these ancient landscapes and amazing wildlife

Car-free offer: 50% off entry when you arrive by train, bus or bike, plus 10% off in cafe!

Delamere Forest

A shady oasis of forest paths and cycling trails in the heart of the Cheshire plain

Car-free offer: free entry (parking charge for cars)