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Leave No Trace in the UK: A Practical Guide for Hikers and Wild Campers

Leave No Trace started in the United States but its seven principles apply as directly to the UK outdoors as anywhere else. The pressure on popular hiking areas in Britain has increased enormously over the last decade, and the principles of responsible access have become more important as a result. This guide translates each LNT principle into UK-specific terms, with practical guidance for day hikers and wild campers. Why It Matters in the UK The UK has some of the most heavily walked upland areas in the world relative to their size.

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