“An Astonishing, Achievable Challenge”: Judy Gregory on Walking the Offa’s Dyke Path
When Judy Gregory set out to walk the Offa’s Dyke Path, it was more than just a holiday. It was heritage, challenge, curiosity, and somewhere along the way, confidence. “It was my first long-distance walk,” Judy says. “I’ve never done a ...
A Peninsula of Solitude and Song: The Gower Coast Path
A coastline loved by poets “It’s one of the loveliest sea-coast stretches in the whole of Britain” said Dylan Thomas. A ‘townee’ at heart, he was rarely far from a café or a pub, but even he could not resist the sobering majesty of the “...
Exmoor’s Hoar Oak Cottage
(For hiking routes in Exmoor, browse our Coleridge Way walking itineraries). Exmoor is perhaps one of the lesser-known destinations for walking holidays in the UK, but with its steep valleys, wild moorlands and outstanding coastline it i...
Coleridge Way – a trail of literary nostalgia
For a scenic literary experience, walk the Coleridge Way. Having previously been followed by Samuel Taylor Coleridge and William Wordsworth, this walking trail will provide its travellers with a sense of nostalgia. Situated in the scenic...
There’s never been a better time to holiday in the UK
Whether you live in the UK or are hoping to visit from abroad, it really is a great summer to visit Britain. With our awe-inspiring scenery and unrivaled heritage there is a tremendous amount to inspire holiday-makers, and now it makes a...
Walking holidays are good for your health
Whichever way we turn these days, the watch words seem to be “exercise is good for your health”. This is actually not breaking science but a fact which has been known for centuries. However, with a massive change in our everyday diet tha...
Things to do this May bank holiday
Not sure what to this May Bank Holiday weekend? Here are our top recommendations for active days out. We have chosen three locations across the UK, handpicking two great options for each. Rain or shine there is something for everyone. Sh...
Springtime – A Foraging Delight
Foraging for Wild Garlic It is a glorious mid April morning in the Wye Valley, a welcome change from what’s been a rather cool start to Spring. It is a relief to see the warm sunshine stream through the kitchen window, not only can...
How to enjoy the Spring Equinox
It was one of those March days when the sun shines hot and the wind blows cold: when it is summer in the light, and winter in the shade. Charles Dickens, Great Expectations For the Northern Hemisphere today marks the first day of Spring ...
Top Five Walks for a Valentines break
Whether you want to make lasting happy memories, pop the big question or just spend time together on Valentine’s Day, a long walk away from the crowds may be the perfect setting for the most romantic day of the year. If you like th...