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Sport in Britain
Britain is a real paradise for active holiday seekers. Plenty of sports and leisure activities can be practiced on the island throughout the year. The reasons for this are the immense variety of landscapes, mild climate without extremes and excellent infrastructure and sports facilities. The British countryside is a wonderful setting for challenging hikes, cycling and horse riding tours. Fast flowing rivers and calm lakes are perfect for watersports and long sandy beaches along the coast attract holidaymakers in the summer. Many other activities like golf, skiing and extreme sports provide further opportunities for an active and refreshing holiday in Britain.
Hiking
Britain offers some of the most stunning countryside in the world waiting to be explored on foot. It is crisscrossed with national trails and countryside walks that you are free to enjoy at your leisure. All paths are marked and well maintained, with abundant accommodation possibilities. There is a huge selection of maps available in local tourist offices, so that it is impossible to get lost. The Pennine Way National Trail was Britain's first national trail and is today one of the most famous and popular walks in the country. Especially attractive are also the Jurassic Coast itinerary and the Hadrian’s Wall Path National Trail. Scotland also boasts remarkable natural heritage - dramatic mountains, river valleys and glens and beautiful coastline that attract thousands of nature lovers. The romantic and enigmatic Wales is also worth visiting – at http://www.walking.visitwales.com you will find detailed information on walking paths and itineraries.
Horse Riding
Riding in the United Kingdom is a long-established tradition and over the years has developed into a variety of exciting forms – trail riding, cross-country or trekking. Britain offers a diverse range of spectacular landscapes to explore on horseback, from wild moorland and unspoilt forests to hidden valleys and dramatic coastlines. Some of the best riding regions in the country are considered to be the Lake District, Dorset, Dartmoor and the Cheviot Paths in Scotland. There are 15 national trails in England and Wales that include the most interesting natural landscapes and points of interest. The National Bridleroute Network website provides full listings of accessible riding routes in Britain.
Most popular sport facilities in UK (England)
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Wembley Sailing Club, London
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Greenwich Ice Rink, London
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Canary Wharf Ice Rink, London
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Heston Pool, London
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Albert Road Recreation Ground, London
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Chelsea Sports Centre, London
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Finsbury Park Track and Gym, London
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Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink, London
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