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Best of British Walking Holidays

Enjoy the best of the UK's countryside by taking the slow route

HikingThe UK is home to some of the finest walking country in Europe. In hidden corners throughout the UK are wonderfully wild, peaceful landscapes of extraordinary beauty where nature and wildlife still come first. With national parks like Snowdonia, the Lake District, the New Forest and Exmoor, it is little wonder that UK walking holidays are among the finest you can find. So why not loose yourself and get to know the hidden treasures of home.

There are so many options for walking and trekking holidays in the UK. The landscape of the UK is wonderfully diverse, from the wild open moors of Exmoor and Dartmoor to the wonderful mountain walking country of Snowdonia or the highlands of Scotland, the breath taking coastal paths of the Pembrokeshire or Cornish coast to the green rolling hills of the Cotswolds. Littered with incredible historical monuments, from Hadrian's Wall to Glastonbury Tor, Offer's Dyke to Urquhart Castle, and adorned with stunning natural features, there is always something new to discover on a UK walking holiday.



Top Five UK Walking Holiday Destinations

UK Walking Holidays in ScotlandUK Walking Holidays in Scotland
Holidays walking in Scotland are a sure way to inspire and uplift your soul. Endless wilds of indescribable beauty stretch out at your mercy on a Scotland walking holiday, teeming with nature, history and dramatic landscapes.

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UK Walking Holidays in GloucestershireUK Walking Holidays in Gloucestershire
Walking holidays in Gloucestershire are synonymous with the Cotswolds. The quintessentially English landscapes of the Cotswolds are an absolute joy to explore on foot, and are known as some of the best walking in the UK.

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UK Walking Holidays in WalesUK Walking Holidays in Wales
Walking holidays in Wales are an absolute joy. Mountain walking in the Snowdonia National Park takes some beating, and with plentiful trails, from leisurely rambles to strenuous mountain walking, everyone is catered for in Wales.

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UK Walking Holidays in CornwallUK Walking Holidays in Cornwall
The coastal paths of Cornwall are legendary among British walking guides for good reason. The staggering coastline is a joy to walk, especially as the coastal path is littered with little beaches and fine country pubs for refreshment.

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UK Walking Holidays in the Lake DistrictUK Walking Holidays in the Lake District
The Lake District is the ideal destination for those wanting to escape to the wild. Sections of classic British walks like Hadrian's Wall and Wainwright's Coast to Coast can be enjoyed from a Cumbria holiday cottage too.

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Even if you have never been on a UK walking or trekking holiday before, you can have some wonderful experiences without problem. Taking a holiday cottage as a base for a hiking trip is an excellent choice, especially for those new to walking tourism, as it provides a warm, spacious and cosy base in which to relax after a hard days mountain walking as well as the space needed to dry out any wet clothing in preparation for another hiking trip tomorrow.

Holiday-Rentals.co.uk lists a great range of beautiful cottages in the UK, perfect for enjoying walking tourism. With remote log cabins in the highlands of Scotland ideal for holidays walking in Scotland to coastal cottages on the Cornish coastal path, where better to find the ideal accommodation for your next UK walking holiday? If you require a detailed walking guide for your chosen destination, there are a great range available from Walking Britain, who provide walking guides for all UK walking holidays whether you are looking for a leisurely afternoon stroll or a hiking trip into the mountains.

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Former home of Christopher Robin of Winnie the Pooh fame
United Kingdom , England , West Country , Devon , South Devon & Plymouth , Dartmouth
The former home of author A.A.Milne's real life character Christopher Robin, the self-catering cottage is set in a picturesque valley, a short walk down a delightful lane from Blackpool Sands with its excellent beach cafe and shop and 3/4 mile fro... [full details of property 6897]

Sunny waterside cottage with outstanding creek views
United Kingdom , England , West Country , Devon , South Devon & Plymouth , Noss Mayo
This attractive and welcoming stone terraced self-catering cottage is on three floors to make the most of the exceptional views down a tidal creek bordered by woodlands. It is one of eight similar cottages in a converted malthouse. The property is... [full details of property 2855]

Ultra cool loft in central London adjacent to Tate Modern and the river
United Kingdom , England , London
206 Bankside Lofts is a spacious, light filled loft apartment in one of the most recognizable buildings on the river. There is a large, double height living room with floor to ceiling windows and stairs leading up to a bed deck. The kitchen is han... [full details of property 408155]

'The Blue House', a stunning coastal cottage with its very own beach!
United Kingdom , England , South of England , Isle of Wight
The Blue House, is a pretty 4 bed house, set in its own private garden of about 2 acres. The property is currently being completely refurbished and will be available from April 2009. We will have proper photos of the outside and the inside in Marc... [full details of property 407128]

Former sea farers inn just ten yards from the water
United Kingdom , England , West Country , Devon , North Devon & Exmoor , Appledore
Delightful Grade II listed three-storey property converted into two splendid apartments and situated in unspoilt and undiscovered Appledore where nearly all the village is a conservation area. Just outside the window the river Torr and Torridge me... [full details of property 9983]

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