About Large Outdoors – Walking & Wild Swimming Trips UK
Friendly small group trips designed to be easy to join and sociable from the start
Large Outdoors has been running small group walking trips across the UK since 2008.
We keep things simple — friendly groups, well-organised trips, and a straightforward way to get outdoors without the hassle of planning everything yourself.
Alongside our walking trips, we also run a growing range of wild swimming and walks & dips experiences.
You can browse all upcoming trips here: https://www.largeoutdoors.com/trip-calendar
What We Do
We organise fully guided walking trips across the UK, from short breaks to longer holidays.
Some trips focus purely on walking, while others include opportunities for wild swimming — from gentle dips in lakes and rivers to coastal swims where conditions allow.
Routes, logistics, and day-to-day plans are all taken care of, so you can focus on enjoying the experience rather than organising it.
A Sociable Approach
Large Outdoors trips are built around small, friendly groups.
Most people join on their own, so you won’t feel out of place if you arrive not knowing anyone.
The atmosphere is relaxed and informal, with time to chat, get to know others, and enjoy the trip together — whether out walking, taking part in a swim, or unwinding at the end of the day.
Small Groups
Group sizes are kept small to make the experience more comfortable and enjoyable.
This means:
no large groups
no pressure to keep up with a crowd
space to settle in and feel part of the group
It also allows guides to keep things flexible where possible and support everyone throughout the trip.
Experience you can rely on
Large Outdoors has been running trips since 2008, working with experienced guides who know the areas well.
Trips are carefully planned to balance enjoyable walking, interesting locations, and time to relax.
For trips that include swimming, guidance is provided so you can take part in a way that suits your comfort and experience level.
Where We Go
We run trips across the UK, including the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales, North York Moors, Scotland, and a range of coastal locations.
Each trip focuses on exploring the area on foot, with routes chosen to give a good mix of scenery, interest, and a rewarding day out.
Who Joins
People join Large Outdoors for all sorts of reasons:
to get outdoors more regularly
to explore new areas without organising everything themselves
to try something new, including wild swimming
to meet others with a shared interest in walking and outdoor activities
Many people come back again, and it’s common to see familiar faces across different trips.
Ready to Join?
If you’re looking for a simple way to get outdoors, explore new places, and be part of a friendly group, you can browse all upcoming trips here:
