Life in the country
I was out walking in the woods at the weekend when I heard a really awful shrill cry. Thinking it may have been an injured bird I went to walk on. The next set of screams I heard can only
March 5, 2013
Our Walking blog
Back in Wiltshire’s Chalke Valley
Last Sunday arrived clear and bright.The sun was out. The day just had the sense of promise about it. Certainly one of the best days we’ve had for a while. I was back in South Wiltshire’s Chalke valley with David
February 20, 2013
Arrival of the Snowdrops
How wonderful it is to see the Snowdrops. They carry such a sense of hope in their tiny flowers. And in church yards, hedgerows and English gardens up and down the land, Snowdrops are blooming. They are such a delicate
February 11, 2013
Challenges of erosion – News report today
On the news bulletins today is a report initiated by the Hadrians Wall Trust into problems of erosion at the site. This has been caused by huge numbers of people walking at the site and eroding the paths. The problems
February 2, 2013
Being in nature is good for the soul
Many of us have always believed it. That being in nature is good for the soul. Now it would seem some studies have been done which indicate the same. Research studies show that people who spend just 20 minutes a
January 25, 2013
Hurry – There’s still time to book a Winter Warmer offer!
If you are in need of peace, quiet and escape – a short yet recharging break in the stunning surroundings of the English countryside, then there’s still time to book a Foot Trails Winter Warmer! Available until the end of
January 23, 2013
The snows arrive to Wiltshire
Whilst the rest of the UK was amok with the white stuff earlier this week, Bath, Wiltshire and our local area of the South West stayed bright, sunny and snow free. Then this morning, after countless different coloured weather warnings
January 18, 2013
For One Day Only!
For One Day Only! To celebrate Ingenious Britain recognising us as their Small Business of this Week, we have the following special offer available. On Thursday 17th January, book any of our 2013 walking holidays, mention Ingenious Britain and receive
January 16, 2013
Small business of the week award
Foot Trails is very proud to have been given an award by Ingenious Britain this week. (Apparently there are only five previous winners so we are in a very select club indeed!) This is our shiny new star. Ingenious Britain
January 15, 2013
Enjoying the winter sunshine
It feels like 2013 has already treated us to some gorgeous weather. Indeed we enjoyed a spectacular New Year’s day of blue skies and bright sunshine, which was the perfect start to the year! We spent much of the day
January 14, 2013
