You don't have to go to New Zealand for impressive mountains and miles of fields - magnificent countryside can be found right here in the UK.
This week, National Parks Week is back, reminding us all there are glorious adventures to be had on our very doorsteps.
The annual celebration sees special events taking place at the 15 British National Parks, with something on offer for all ages - VisitEngland gives us the lowdown.
So get out there, feel fresh air in your lungs and admire some of Britain's most beautiful spots at these events:
National Parks Week 2014
Kids Grow Wild, Yorkshire Dales National Park(01 of10)
(credit:Tom Collier )
Meet the owls, Lake District National Park(02 of10)
(credit:Alex Hare )
Ranger led cycle ride, Dartmoor National Park(03 of10)
(credit:Visit England )
Minibeast Kite Making, North York Moors National Park(04 of10)
(credit:NYMNPA Mike Nicholas)
Park picnic and treasure hunt, The Broads(05 of10)
(credit:Visit England )
Cream tea, crafts and ponies, Exmoor National Park(06 of10)
(credit:Visit England )
Pirates and smugglers day, South Downs National Park(07 of10)
(credit:Rich Howorth)
Dog shows and terrier racing, Northumberland National Park(08 of10)
(credit:Visit England )
Mini Safari, Peak District National Park(09 of10)
(credit:Visit England )
Outdoor art exhibition, New Forest(10 of10)
(credit:Mark Simpson )