Exmoor: Wild, dramatic, and beautiful. Heather-clad moors, wild ponies, rugged coastline and wooded river valleys. It’s everything you don’t expect from South West England. This unique landscape has long been a draw to Foot Trails Co-Founders Alison & David Howell.
As part of our rolling schedule to check all of the trails in our walking & trips, Becky, Alastair and myself (Emma) were excited to be walking our ‘Living Painting’ trail, which is part of our Wessex Ancient Kingdom and
When it comes to getting away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, there’s nothing better than walking in the countryside. Immersing yourself in peace & quiet; wandering quiet footpaths away from the crowds. This is exactly what we
Earlier this July, Foot Trails Co-Founder and Trail Creator David Howell was back in the Cotswolds exploring new routes to add to our walking & hiking trips in the region. What he discovered was beautiful, tranquil paths far from the
‘If you are in a bad mood, go for a walk. If you are still in a bad mood, go for another walk.’ Good advice, we think. But it doesn’t come from us. It comes from Hippocrates, the father of
Foot Trails Co-Founder Alison Howell has always loved the Cotswolds. With strong ties to the region and family who still farm there, it’s an area that holds a very special place in her heart. Read on to discover what it
At Foot Trails, we’re not just about walking from A to B. We believe the journey is as important as the destination. Which is why we put so much effort into creating unique routes on local public footpath networks that
Summer is well and truly underway here in the South West. We’re welcoming lots of guests to their Foot Trails and are excited to see and hear how they are enjoying the trails and footpaths in our little corner of
Back in May, Alastair, Becky and myself (Emma) were Cotswolds-bound to check one of our Cotswolds walks. The weather was warm and dry, and the sky was overcast, adding a great backdrop to the lush green countryside. We started in
The Romans had a long history in Britain, conquering the country in AD43 and staying for a good 400 years. They made themselves at home across England and Wales (although they steered clear of Scotland, preferring to keep the inhabitants