If you're unsure of how to read a paper map but want to be able to - come along to one of the workshops we're running in Cotswold stores this year.

Aimed at the map reading novice our workshops take you through understanding what a map is telling you through map symbols, contour lines and topography. We'll teach you how to take grid references - 4 figure, 6-figure and the national grid system - and how to take a compass bearing.

The workshops are taking place in the following locations:
5 April - Carmarthen
7 April - Southampton Hedge End
12 April - Leeds (The Core)
14 April - Bristol
20 April - Glasgow (West End Retail Park)
4 May - Birmingham
10 May - London Knightsbridge
12 May - Chester
19 May - Newcastle
25 May - London Holborn
2 June - Tunbridge Wells
7 June - Cambridge
9 June - Guildford
22 June - Exeter

Contact the stores direct to book your place. All participants get 25% off Ordnance Survey maps bought on the day.

Hope to see you at one of the workshops!

If you're looking for somewhere new to go for a walk at the weekend - why not have a look at http://explore.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/. Not only is the explore portal on the Ordnance Survey website an ideal tool for planning and sharing routes, it is also totally free to use. See where other people have suggested where to gho walking or cycling or upload your own favourite routes - you'll never be short for an idea of where to explore next.