Our Walking Journal

A sheep and its handler standing in an exhibition ring waiting to be judged.

Exploring authentic England: A Day at an agricultural show

What makes a great hiking experience? For us, beautiful countryside and landscapes are a must, of course. But we also want our guests to connect with the culture, traditions, and people South West England. Which is why we encourage our guests to visit local events, village shops, churches and inns – all places where you

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Unplug and Unwind on the Dorset Coast

Accessible only on foot, this secluded bay on the Dorset coast is the perfect place to pause and watch the world go by. Unlike other more popular coastal highlights, this beautiful bay remains tranquil and crowd free even in the height of summer. Once you make your way down from the cliffs above, you can

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View of Stourhead gardens and an ornamental bridge over the lake.

Timeless views: Stepping into an 18th-Century English landscape

Is there anything more quintessentially English than walking through country house gardens and stopping to look at a view that was designed hundreds of years ago and has remained little changed since then? This particular spot, nestled in the gardens of a stately home in Wiltshire, dates back to the 1700s and has a fascinating

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Close up of a single tree on top of a hill next to a trig point. The tree is silhouetted against a blue sky with white clouds.

A view across the Somerset Levels

In a tucked-away corner of the Somerset Levels is a hill next to a farm that has been producing cider for over 150 years. It’s only a small hill, but if you walk up to the tree on the top, you’ll be rewarded with stunning views across the Somerset Levels in all directions. It’s a

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Unforgettable moments in the Cotswolds

How do you create unforgettable moments in the Cotswolds? At Foot Trails, we draw on a lifetime of walking & hiking here to create bespoke hiking itineraries that take you into the rural heart of this beautiful region. There’s no shortage of beautiful views in the Cotswolds. Two of our favourites takes you into tranquil

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View over landscaped gardens with a palladian bridge over a river in middleground and the city of Bath stretching out behind park trees

Hiking to the heart of the city of Bath

There is something special about approaching the city of Bath on foot. When you start in the tranquil countryside, accompanied only by the sounds and sights of nature, and then slowly make your way to the Georgian splendour of Bath, the city slowly appearing on the horizon.  The first hint that you’re approaching ‘civilisation’ are

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