Last week, I (Foot Trails Storyteller Emma) took myself off to one of my favourite country houses, nestled in a tucked-away river valley in Wiltshire. I absolutely love the setting of this estate, approachable by a single-track road and surrounded by gentle rolling countryside with a beautiful river running through. What really drew me out
“We’ve been rambling all this nightAnd some part of the day,And now returning back againWe have brought you a branch of May”Traditional May Day Carol Today is the 1st of May. Or May Day. A festival rich with traditions and celebrations stretching back to the Roman festival of Floralia. 1 May is also the date
We’re always thrilled to hear from our guests when they are out on the trails, exploring the different regions of South West England. We recently received some lovely comments and photos from a group of guests who have just completed our Journey Across the Cotswolds trip. “We had an excellent trip and loved every trail.
We’ve been treated to some wonderful bluebell displays these past weeks, and while the delicate indigo blooms may be starting to go over, the spring countryside is still looking glorious here in the South West. Last weekend, Foot Trails Storyteller Emma decided to make the most of wild garlic season and go foraging for some
Foot Trails is delighted to be featured in the latest edition of the Great West Way online magazine as ‘Best for Walking & Guided Tours’. The article in the magazine shines a spotlight on our ‘Bath & The Avon Valley’ hiking trip, a six-night self-guided tour that celebrates the beautiful connection between Bath’s Georgian grandeur
We followed the winding river and found ourselves deep in Exmoor’s remote natural beauty. Exmoor: You may not have heard of it, but it’s well worth considering for your next hiking adventure. Exmoor is located in South West England, spanning the counties of Somerset and North Devon. Much quieter in the summer than the more
