Towards the end of last year, our Senior Itinerary consultant Alastair and his wife were out testing one of our new walks for 2026 in The Cotswolds. Here are his impressions of his day on this new Foot Trail. “Starting at the edge of a grand country estate, the first thing I noticed was the
It was the perfect winter day in South West England for a hike. Dry, bright and cold. Wrapped warmly against the keen wind and elements in cosy hats, scarves and gloves and thermal layers, David and I (Alison) set out on our 8 mile Foot Trail from Lyme Regis in Dorset on 30 December. We
‘The true nature of the human heart is as whimsical as spring weather.’ Charles Dickens Even back in the 1800s, Charles Dickens knew that the weather in spring could be temperamental. Which is why we recommend dressing in several thin layers for spring walking. English spring weather can vary enormously from warm and sunny to
The South West of England is our home, our local patch, a richly diverse area that we would love to share with you in 2026. Our Foot Trails trips take place in Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Wiltshire, Dorset(shire), Somerset(shire) and Devon(shire). Out in the country each of these areas maintains a distinct character, from the charming stone
Exmoor: a land of moor & heather. Of rugged coastlines and dramatic cliffs. It’s a beautiful and remote part of the South West. A place that’s close to mine and Alison’s hearts. Which is why we were thrilled to launch our Wild Exmoor, Coast & Moor trip at the start of this year. We’ve loved
We’re entering the last weeks of autumn ahead of the winter solstice and the festive season is gathering pace here in rural England. Decorations and lights bring joy on dark nights, children’s excitement levels grow ever higher as the ‘big’ day approaches, and local churches mark advent, the anticipation and preparation for the coming of
