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Hiking Tours in England

• Hike through quaint Cotswold Villages abundant with thatched roof houses set in rolling hills
• Enjoy jam and scones with your afternoon tea, and a pint at the local pub in the evening
• Challenge yourself hiking the Coast to Coast across England from Atlantic to the North Sea
• See Roman castle ruins as you hike the famous Hadrian’s Wall
• Immerse yourself in the Lake District as you hike over sheep filled mountains
• Experience England hassle-free: all of our trips include bag transfer & 24/7 phone support

Our hiking tours in England pull you into a fairytale of stunning historic castles, patchwork countryside, and ancient pathways. Hike through the heart of the Cotswolds surrounded by rolling hills and honey-colored cottages. Enjoy afternoon tea before checking in to your traditional accommodation, and a pint at the local pub. Further north, the hills of the Lake District echo the words of the poet Wordsworth as you hike over the sheep-filled fells and visit Beatrix Potter’s homestead. Classic and well-traveled, the Coast to Coast takes you from the Atlantic Ocean all the way across the country to the North Sea. Travel back in time along the Roman’s Hadrian’s Wall routes, which marry hiking through rolling green hills and an ancient past.

Macs was founded in the UK in 2003, and with over 100 different self-guided hiking tours in England, the team at Macs Adventure are experts in the field, giving you all the advice you may need to find your ideal active vacation. At every turn of the pathway, you’ll be delivered centuries-old farms, houses, castles, and traditions. You may even be able to catch live music or a performance at a tiny theatre after a enjoying a meal of fish and chips on a golden beach caught locally-the possibilities are endless!

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Cotswold Way

Coast to Coast Walk

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South West Coast Path: Padstow to St Ives

Heart of the Lake District

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The Cotswold Way: 100 miles of glorious National Trail through thatched roof villages and rolling green countryside. Starting in the ancient market town of Chipping Camden, the route finishes in the UNESCO World Heritage city of Bath. Depending on how many miles you wish to hike each day, Macs Adventure offers different lengths of itineraries ranging from 8-12 days.

The Cotswold Trail: A loop hike through pretty villages, with shorter hiking days than the Cotswold Way. Choose from 4 day to 9 day routes to savour these quintessential ancient English pathways steeped in history.

The Cotswolds in Comfort: Our best-selling version of the Cotswold Trail, with more time to explore while staying in boutique hotels and first class inns. Appreciate delicious food, have more time for taking photos, and enjoy a slower paced adventure.

THE COTSWOLDS: Quintessential England nestled between Oxford and Bath. Emerald-green rolling farmlands, paths lined with drystone walls, and honey-colored, thatched-roof villages.

COAST TO COAST: North England’s famous long-distance hiking route (200 miles!) across the whole of England, from the West to East Coast. Runs through the National Parks of the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales, North York Moors.

HADRIAN'S WALL: The classic 84 mile route alongside the Roman Wall. Visits archaeological ruins from Newcastle to Carlisle near the border of England and Scotland.

SOUTH WEST COAST PATH: A route around the tip of England through Devon and Cornwall that has several designated hiking stages. Golden sandy beaches, stunning cliff tops, friendly fishing villages, and amazing ice cream!

THE LAKE DISTRICT: North West England’s hilly area filled with rugged peaks, hillside farms with sheep filled fields, and great pints in cozy historic pubs. Impressive scenery inspired by Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter.

Macs Adventure has been running self-guided hiking tours in England since our foundation in 2003. Our original classic routes such as the Coast to Coast and the Hadrian's Wall remain ever popular. A more recent favorite hiking corner that has become one of our best sellers is the Cotswold's , with its quaint English charm. We offer the most comprehensive variety of hiking vacations to England in the market.

On your Macs trip, you’ll stay in comfortable, friendly, locally-owned B&Bs and guesthouses. Should you choose an In Style trip, you could look forward to higher class boutique hotels. We’ll take care of transferring your luggage each day and will provide you with detailed maps and itinerary documents highlighting your adventure and the best stops along your route.

Follow this cute couple as they start their Coast to Coast Hike in St Bees and across the Lake District.

The Cotswolds is world-famous for bustling market towns, beautiful villages, and stunning countryside.

Our travelers love hiking in England’s quintessential landscapes, discovering the abbeys, historic houses and ancient ruins.

Join us on a walk from St Ives to Penzance on the South West Coast Path of England

This remote and exhilarating hike follows clifftops, visits the bustling towns, and the golden sands and secluded coves of Cornwall.

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Hiking & Trekking Tours & Trips in UK and Great Britain

Lined by rugged coastlines and topped with the misty Scottish highlands , the United Kingdom and Ireland offer a dynamic and diverse landscape for hiking and trekking enthusiasts, with little travel time between destinations. Be sure to check out lively London and Edinburgh while you're there!

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Classic Walks of Scotland

The classic Walks of Scotland was my husband’s and my first experience with a group trip, We felt that everything went well, from the booking of the trip with Tourradar to the rest of the trip, hikes and bookings though Intrepid. The Intrepid group we hiked with was great and our guide, Kate, was very professional, attentive and fun. Thanks to Carmen and Phil from Guisachan Guest house for the comfortable and homey accommodations.

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Walking Scotland’s Orkney Islands

Overall, a very interesting trip, that enabled us to enjoy most of what the Orkneys had to offer. The evening meals were good and the local sandwich shop proved very useful for lunchtimes.

• 10% deposit on some dates Some departure dates offer you the chance to book this tour with a lower deposit.

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Hiking & Island Hopping - Cork & Kerry

This tour was incredible. Donncha brought Ireland to life in no other way. Literally, nearly a year later and we feel "homesick" thinking about Ireland. The trails were incredible. Every skill level could do the hikes and yet it was never boring. Best way to see Ireland in my opinion. All accomodations were lovely, food was fantastic. Donncha also have fantastic recommendations everyday on where to eat and what to check out in our free time. This will be one I remember for the rest of my life as a top favorite.

Walk the North West Highlands and Skye

Amazing tour and Ken was a calm , knowledgeable guide who went out of his way to help guide through the trek. Would definitely recommend hiking in the highlands

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Cotswolds Walking Tour

What a wonderful experience we have had on our “Cotswolds, Castles & Cottages” Tour. Our visit to Sudeley Castle was delightful, Hailes Abbey and it’s historical story was made most interesting by having the portable audio commentary provided by English Heritage, and Chedworth Roman Villa is fascinating to visit. To be in the English Cotswolds countryside is an opportunity which we have been so lucky to have had. It was a delight to walk amongst all these ancient thatched cottages. As our Tour Leader had already told us, the Cotswold Cottages are beautifully preserved and it has been awesome to be able to enjoy being amongst them with their magnificent English gardens full of the perfume of their beautiful Roses and their unbelievable colours, and together with all the awesome varieties of English flowers in these gardens, was admired by us all our cameras have recorded amazing memories.

Lake District & Yorkshire Dales Walking & Hiking Tour.

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Literary Walking in the Lake District

A delightful trip through the southern Lake District. There were some hiccups in transportation scheduling and communication between the tour operators, so beware of that on self-guided tours. But the accommodations were nice and the rest of trip was fantastic.

Hadrian's Wall Walk From Whitley Bay - 10 Days

Walking the Isle of Skye

Wales 14 Peaks Hiking Experience

Yorkshire 6 Dales Trail

• 7.5% deposit on some dates Some departure dates offer you the chance to book this tour with a lower deposit.

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Was even better than I expected. Very nice people, good and lovely organisation, nice walks and interesting sites. Good balence in activities. I would go again with this people!!!!

This tour was incredible. Donncha brought Ireland to life in no other way. Literally, nearly a year later and we feel "homesick" thinking about Ireland. The trails were incredible. Every skill level could do the hikes and yet it was never boring. Best way to see Ireland in my opinion. All accomodations were lovely, food was fantastic. Donncha also have fantastic recommendations everyday on where to eat and what to check out in our free time. This will be one I remember for the rest of my life as a top favorite.

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HIKING TOURS IN ENGLAND

Hiking in england conjures up memories of abandoned seaside castles, rolling fields filled with lambs, and clusters of thatch-roofed houses. nothing about the english countryside could be more charming.  .

While the historic pathways that follow the Cornish coast of Cornwall and wind through the Cotswolds pass through innumerable historic locations including Roman-era Christian churches, it is often the little things that become treasured   memories of England: lanes of huge oak trees, tea in a local bakery, or a covered bridge over a forest stream. Whatever the image, these memories all bring with them a sense of peace unique to the English countryside .

Ryder-Walker features two trips in England – the Cornish Coastal Path in Cornwall and The Cotswolds . We also offer a self-guided variation of the Cotswold Way . Both of these hiking routes follow historic public pathways that have been protected and enshrined in English law since the 1600s.  

Wherever you are hiking in England there is a bounty of interesting and historic sights to enjoy on your journey. Strolling past a famous witches hut, a haunted hotel, and a Roman bridge isn’t an odd afternoon at all in the Cotswolds . Visiting a castle or a tin mine in Cornwall is always an adventure

Cornwall is the most southwesterly county in Great Britten and the Cornish Coastal Path follows the dramatic Atlantic coastline , taking you to wave-battered cliffsides and seaside fishing villages. The Cotswolds trail represents a fairy tale route that winds through the famous Cotswold Hills, considered by many to be the most beautiful and charming section of England..  

Meanwhile, the English countryside is dotted with a plethora of charming local farms , where you can meet entire packs of lambs which play in large open pastures. From these local farms comes an excellent farm-to-table cuisine that balks the English tradition of less exciting cuisine, offering delicious cuts of meat, pies, locally baked bread, and locally sourced fruits and vegetables. The coastline offers delicious seafood, locally sourced produce and wonderful cheeses, pastries and their famous cream tea.  

The history on display in England is second to none. The end of the Cotswold Way, for instance, is in the historic city of Bath. Bath is famous for its architectural innovation of the curving apartment block, which maps the city into a maze of stunning historic apartments that twist around each other rarely meeting at right angles. In the city’s center are the Roman baths themselves, complete with a museum and a nearby teahouse.

If you are looking for a seaside adventure, countryside ramble or a historic trek, England is an excellent option. The local bed and breakfasts are the most charming in the world, contrasted with royal hotels that have been in operation for hundreds of years. The hiking in the Cotswolds meanders between forested hillsides and farmland, while the countryside of Cornwall crashes into the rocky English beaches and precipitous coastline .

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Cornwall England | Explore the Cornish Coastal Path

Welcome to Cornwall, Great Britain’s most south-westerly county. Surrounded by the lashings of The Atlantic Ocean and the warming currents of The Gulf Stream, this peninsula boasts over 400 miles of dramatic cliff-edged coastline complete with palm trees, cute tucked away fishing villages, windswept pristine beaches, and water so turquoise you might mistake it for The Caribbean. Cornwall is also...

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England | England: The Cotswolds

Welcome to the Cotswolds, an area of southwestern England which is famous for its gently sloping green hills and ancient, picturesque towns and villages. The derivation of the term Cotswolds is most commonly understood to be mean “sheep enclosure in high rolling hills” although the Oxford dictionary of British place names states that it is derived from the 12th century...

England | Cotswold Way

Quintessential England is, perhaps, the best way to describe the Cotswolds of west-central England. Peaceful villages welcome travelers with warm stone cottages and intimate B&Bs. Winding country lanes, cobblestoned and lined with dry-stone walls guide explorers through a tapestry of quiet tearooms and cozy pubs. Stately hedgerows divide a fanciful realm of rolling hillsides and mysterious woods. It is not...

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With its rolling hills and misty moors, England’s fairy-tale landscape captivates hikers of all levels. From the fascinating medieval history, to the allure of the open English countryside, to raising a glass with new friends at the local pub—we invite you to join us!

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England Coast to Coast

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This is a great hiking trip and a wonderful way to experience England outside the big cities. The scenery is varied enough to keep it interesting, and we fell in love with hiking in the Lake District.

This was an exceedingly well-designed and well-led trip. It is obvious that the leaders are constantly evaluating the quality of their product and modifying it as needed to offer the best experience possible.

This was a wonderful trip! The countryside was magnificent, the walks well planned, and things ran smoothly. Richard’s passion for good food made meals a special treat, and Karen’s encyclopedic knowledge of plants and history added to each walk. This was my first Wilderness Travel walk. I loved it and will be back.

This was a brilliantly designed trip. Spending ten days in the beautiful and wild English countryside was a rare treat, made easy by the expert guidance of our trip leaders. One of the best things about this kind of travel is being able to be away from it all without worrying about being lost, stranded, etc. I completely enjoyed every day of the trip.

This was my first trip with Wilderness Travel and don’t think I could have enjoyed it more. The guides and itinerary were delightful from start to finish.

This creatively designed trip provided a wonderful balance of understated luxury, spectacular scenic beauty, and diverse historical perspective in an area of the UK that I had long wanted to visit. Thanks, WT!

A well-designed and executed trip! The hotels were unique, comfortable and fun; our Trip Leader handled every detail flawlessly (and did it all with good humor)! Hiking is emphasized in the written materials, but the other jewels are discovered when learning the history of the area with local guides, who added layers of information and perspective that truly enhanced our experience.

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Breathe in the fresh sea air of Cornwall and Devon. Drink in the rural vistas of the Cotswolds. Marvel at the dramatic mountains of the Lake District. Our walking tours in England are locally sourced by expert guides, enabling you to visit the best countryside on offer. Choose a self-guided trip, a small group guided departure or ask us to create a private tour of England just for you.

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Walk the UK – Grand Tour

Walk the cotswolds.

England, in a nutshell, and just an hour’s train from London. Experience some of England’s best hiking on a guided, self-guided or private walking tour of the Cotswolds – a region famed for its gently rolling hills, picture-perfect villages and pastoral scenes which hark back to a forgotten time. Our Cotswolds walking tours seek to cover the best hiking routes, take you to the must-sees and at day’s end allow you to rest your head at some of the region’s best accommodations.

Walk Devon & Cornwall

Experience England’s South-West with Active England. Hear the waves crash on rugged cliffs, and wander lively seaside villages before leaving the crowds behind to explore the wilder interior. Walk in the footsteps of our local experts on a self-guided walking tour or enjoy the company, knowledge and assistance as part of a small group on a guided walking tour of Devon and Cornwall.

Walk the Lake District & Northumberland

Make the trip North and discover some of the best walking tours in England. Immerse yourself in the Lake District by hiking its spectacular peaks and admiring its beautiful water from on high. Our expertise doesn’t end in the Lake District – walk with us and explore unheralded Northumberland. Follow in the footsteps of the Romans at Hadrian’s Wall before immersing yourself in local culture and tradition with a pint at the best local pubs.

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We’re adventure holiday England experts and offer curated, beautiful walking tours in the Cotswolds, Devon and Cornwall and the North of England including the Lake District and Northumberland.

We assign each of our walking tours a difficulty level. Most are moderate. That’s to say that guests who like a good walk (with an incline or two along the way) should be more than happy. Your holiday, however, will be tailored by your guide to suit your individual preferences.

Yes! Our tours are an excellent option for solo travellers as it provides an opportunity to meet individuals who share the same interests. However, due to the small independent hotels we use, there may be a need to charge a single supplement. But we always strive to keep it as low as possible.

We often get asked about which option to choose so here’s a guide which discusses the difference between self-guided and guided tours in more detail.

Our experts are well-versed in planning private vacations in England. Use one of our itineraries or plan a completely bespoke week, we’re ready to be by your side, stride for stride. Contact us to begin planning your private departure.

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The Best Walking Tours in England

Enjoy an unforgettable walking holiday in england.

England is a popular destination for taking a multi-day walking tour. There are so many hiking trails to discover in England , and all of them are wrapped in rich history, beautiful countryside, and that famous English hospitality.

Whether you prefer walking along a coastal trail, experiencing the Coast to Coast, exploring the Cotswolds, or hiking along the Thames, there is a magnificent English walking tour that is perfect for your next holiday. UTracks have a comprehensive list of affordable self guided and small group guided walking tours in England. 

Here are the Best Walking Tours in England.

England's Coast to Coast Trail

Cross the entire land of England on this iconic walking tour. Start by dipping your boots in the Irish Sea and then walk overland until you reach the North Sea. This walking holiday is the ultimate English experience as it crosses three unique national parks: the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors.

Highlights of this trip include walking from St Bees to Robin Hood's Bay, enjoying picturesque forests, rivers and lakes, staying in charming inns, and many opportunities to eat a Full English Breakfast! If you can't wait to experience them, watch our inspiring video .

UTracks have a complete range of Coast to Coast walking trips , including slower-paced Rambler tours, self guided trips, small group guided tours, and more.

Exploring the Cotswolds

Explore the Cotswolds on an immersive self guided walking tour. There are three tour options: the 8 day Cotswolds hike begins in Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare, and continues on to Winchombe. The 5 day walking tour begins in Moreton-in-Marsh and follows the Cotswold landscape to Winchombe. If you want the complete Cotswold Way experience, you need to do the 12 day Cotswold Way walking tour which runs from Chipping Campden to Bath. 

Highlights include exploring historic villages complete with postcard perfect cottages and farmhouses; sleeping in handpicked Bed and Breakfasts; and discovering the entrancing woodlands full of nature and whimsy.

South West Coastal Path

Explore England's Westernmost edge along the South West Coastal Path. Also known as the Cornish Coastal Path, this walking trail runs from Padstow around the coast to Mavagissey. Given the long route, UTracks have created different sections of various length. There is a walking tour option from Padstow to St Ives , from Padstow to Penzance , from St Ives to Penzance , from Marazion to Mevagissey and the longest walk at 14 days from St Ives to Mevagissey . All of these are graded as moderate hikes.

Highlights include seeing Britain's surf capital at Newquay, St Ives - a town famous for art, ices and fish 'n chips; Cape Cornwall; and the old tin mines around Gurnard's head, among plenty of other sights and natural beauty.

Dorset and the Jurassic Trails

Walk from Lyme Regis through to West Lulworth along this introductory to moderate 8 day tour of the Dorset and Wessex Trails . The Dorset Coastline is spectacular; full of eroded rock features and ancient hill forts. 

Highlights include exploring Lyme Regis which is where 'The French Lieutenant's Woman' book is set, visiting the hidden gem that is Abbotsbury, and discovering the natural arch formation that is the Durdle Door.

The Dales Way

Discover the beauty that is hiking through the Yorkshire Dales. The Dales Way (8 day tour)  is a 78 mile (125km) walking tour that crosses the Pennines from Ilkley to Windermere in England. There is also a 10 day Dales Way walking tour which covers the same distance, however there are shorter walking days making it more enjoyable for those who like to take their time.

Trip highlights include exploring ancient Roman roads, finding genuine pubs, the pretty river valleys bursting with wildlife (swans, trout, kingfishers) and resting your head in farmhouses and inns that date from the 16th and 17th centuries. In a review of the trip, A. Robinson from South Africa describes the scenery "is breathtaking, along the way we saw a Roe deer and an otter".

Isle of Wight Coastal Walking

Circumnavigate the complete island of Wight on the Isle of Wight Coastal Path tour. Walk along the Coastal Footpath and soak up the stunning views and local culture. The Isle of Wight Coastal walking tour is an 8 day walking tour that is graded as introductory to moderate, meaning it's generally achievable to all types of walkers. 

Explore the many attractions on the Isle of Wight, such as the holiday home of Queen Victoria, Osborne House; Wippingham Church; seaside resorts at Ventnor and Sandown; and the great Palmerston fortresses built to protect England from French invasions.

The South Downs Way

The South Downs Way is an ancient route through southern England that mixes ridge walking with meandering visits to beautiful rivers and quaint villages. Sound pretty perfect! The 10 day journey begins in the historic town of Winchester and continues along Beachy Head and Seven Sisters before arriving in Eastbourne. 

Highlights include towering Saxon churches, ancient 'Dew Ponds' for farming, cross dykes, Bronze Age hill forts. All this, coupled with some of the best weather you can have in the British Isles, makes this a must-do hiking experience.

St Cuthbert's Way

Explore the glorious walking trail that is St Cuthbert's Way. Established in 1996, St Cuthbert's Way reflects the life of a 7th Century monk and links places associated with his life. Along this route you'll travel from Scotland to England through border country and walk the Cheviot Hills (origin of one of the most famous breeds of sheep) and witness the Northumberland coast.  

There are two self guided walking tour options to experience St Cuthbert's Way: an 8 day trip that finishes on Holy Island, or a 10 day experience that concludes in Craster or Dunstan. Both start in Melrose and are guaranteed be memorable trips.

Hadrian's Wall Trail

Experience the scenic variety of northern England from modern, busy cityscapes of Newcastle Upon Tyne, to the red sandstone hues of medieval Carlisle, to the quiescence of Bowness on Solway. Walking Hadrian's Wall Trail has it all.

This 8 day moderate self guided walking tour traces the history of England's north. Highlights include exploring the Highshields Crags in the Northumberland National Park and the green pastoral scenery of the Eden valley. 

James Herriot Way

Compare the beauty and contrasting Dales along the James Herriot Way: Wensleydale, Swaledale and Apedale. There are many waterfalls and attractive rivers to admire and bustling farm scenery that produces delicious cheeses and fresh produce. 

Explore the James Herriot Way walking tour on this achievable 6 day hike.

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Hello, Welcome to Foot Trails, walking & hiking holidays in South West England, UK.

Founded by Alison Howell over 20 years ago we love sharing our local knowledge to help you hike in England, self-guided & off the beaten path.

Foot Trails trips are custom made & crafted to you, combining the indulgence of time in nature, scenic walks & great country inns. Itinerary planning & luggage transfers included.

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Off the beaten path walking in the landscapes of SW England

Walking holidays are an indulgence, slow travel at a natural rhythm. For our founder Alison walking is all about immersing yourself in the landscape, less the A to B of distance. England’s local footpaths are perfect for walking the land, discovering the rich histories & stories along the way.

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Our passion is to celebrate the beauty of rural England and to share our home with others. We love walking in South West England for its diverse landscapes, charming villages and deep history, each of the counties has a unique character and story to discover.

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Explore the soul-stirring British landscapes on foot

Hit the city streets, discover ancient history, meet the locals and get closer to nature on Trafalgar’s tours in the UK. Whether you want to explore the lively streets of Edinburgh, London and Liverpool, or discover royal castles and the wild Highlands, you’ll get intimate with the best of the UK on our British walking tours.

Ramble through spectacular scenery

You’ll stretch your legs in the most extraordinary landscapes on our UK tour packages. Set foot on the Isle of Skye and trace the path of Beatrix Potter and William Wordsworth at Lake Windermere. Cross the mystical stepping stones of the Giant’s Causeway and wander the gorgeous Cornish Peninsula. Get up close to the prehistoric Stonehenge and wander through the wild hills of the Scottish highlands.

Meet the locals along the way

You can’t set off on our walking tours in Great Britain without meeting a few of the friendly locals. Meet Neil the Shepherd on a real Highland sheep farm, or join the Wood family for a home-cooked Scottish lunch on their 15th-century farm near Loch Ard. Enjoy a traditional High Tea in a stately 18th-century home or indulge in home-made ice-cream with the Dyer family on their 15th-century dairy farm in Somerset.

Discover Britain’s cities up close

Our guided walking tours in the UK aren’t just about stunning natural landscapes... We’ll also show you the best of Britain’s cities on foot. See the highlights of enchanting Edinburgh and Dublin with a Local Specialist. Stroll along the ancient battlements of Cardiff Castle and the cobblestone Shambles of York. Walk past the famous Tudor Rows of Ludlow, see George Square in Glasgow and soak up the Beatles history of Liverpool.

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A walking tour takes you around a city, park, historical site, or any attraction, on foot. Whether you stroll down cobblestone streets, wander ancient ruins or hike through a forest, you’ll get an intimate look at the local landscapes and culture on a walking tour. Even better, you’ll get some exercise in the fresh air while appreciating the close-up details that are often missed when you whizz by in a car.

Is Windsor Castle worth visiting?

As the world’s largest and oldest occupied castle, Windsor Castle is definitely worth visiting. With almost 1,000 years of history starting with William the Conqueror, the castle is now one of the Queen’s grand homes. We’ll take you to see the castle’s elegant State Apartments with intricate ceilings, artworks and Queen Mary’s Doll House, and St. George’s Chapel where Prince Harry wed Meghan Markle.

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While Buckingham Palace is the most iconic palace in London, there are a few more that are well worth a trip. Be sure to check out the famous Kensington Palace, the Kew Palace and stunning Kew Gardens, the regal Hampton Court Palace, and the historic Palace of Westminster. And don’t forget the Tower of London, officially known as Her Majesty’s Royal Palace and Fortress of the Tower of London.

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  England's  Lake District: Inn to Inn  

Walk through the heart of the Lake District, with lodging along the way at some of the Lake District's most delightful country hotels and inns. Experience ever-changing spectacular views of fields, moors, woodlands and mountains.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

• Scenic guided hikes with talks by Lakeland experts
• A cruise across Coniston Water
• A visit to Brantwood- home of the poet, artist and social reformer, John Ruskin
• Views of Beatrix Potter's Hilltop Farm
• The sheer beauty of Tarn Hows with its thick conifers, clear lake and picturesque views
• Ancient Roman ruins- a bath house and a fort
• The World Owl Center- home to a diverse collection of thrilling birds of prey, the largest in existence
• The same splendid views of Grasmere that inspired Wordsworth's poetry

Each day, we guide you on a robust walk across vales and hills. We walk 4 to 9 miles per day with ascents of 600 to 1400 feet (you may also opt for only a half day of hiking). Sightseeing by minibus rounds out an appreciation of Lake District history and culture.  

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Day 1 

Arrive at our first hotel in Grange-over-Sands, where lunch is available, if required (at own expense). In the afternoon we drive to the medieval village of Cartmel with its imposing 12th-Century Priory church and on the way back take a short walk along the bay promenade. A tea reception and orientation meeting is followed by our Welcome Dinner. (D)

The hotel is located next to the train station in Grange-over-Sands. You can take the train from Manchester Airport to Grange-over-Sands for your arrival. Should you require a pre night, please let us know.

Day 2 

Walk through delightful limestone woodlands and up grassy slopes to the top of Hampsfell escarpment to enjoy the spectacular views across Morecambe Bay and towards the Lakeland mountains. In the afternoon, follow country byways through the gentle Cartmel Valley and Bigland Estate to our next inn at Newby Bridge. (B, L, D) 9 Miles

Day 3 

This walk includes a delightful variety of countryside, with ever-changing views. Woodland, green fields and a moorland ridge bring us to our lunch point in the peaceful Rusland valley. Then an enchanting walk across heather-clad Bethecar Moor, until Coniston Water opens up below. Drive in our minibus to reach the next inn by the shore of Coniston Water, where two nights are spent. (B, L, D) 10 Miles

Day 4 

We enjoy a short cruise across Coniston Water to Brantwood, home of the poet, artitst, and social reformer, John Ruskin. Then choose between a walk up the Coppermines Valley to absorb the spectacular scenery (and a fascinating insight into an industry which supported the local economy for over 300 years) or sightseeing in Hawkshead and Sawrey, where Beatrix Potter’s Hilltop Farm is situated.  (B, L, D)  4 Miles/Optional

Day 5 

Leave Coniston for a ramble over lush green rises to Tarn Hows, a jewel-like lake built by a Victorian landowner to enhance the view. Walk up the Tilberthwaite Valley, with an optional diversion to Holme Fell to admire the incomparable views in all directions. The next three nights' accomodation will be in either a traditional Lakeland Inn in Little Langdale, or a delightful country guest house, superbly encircled by nearby Lakeland hills. (B, L, D) 8 Miles

Day 6 

We motor along England’s steepest road across spectacular Wrynose and Hardknott Passes, stopping to tour a 2nd-century Roman fort. Continue to the tiny village of Boot, and visit Eskdale Corn Mill, where packed lunches may be eaten, or a visit to a nearby pub in case of bad weather. There is time to enjoy the atmosphere of the wonderful Lakeland village of Boot, before rejoining the minibus for the drive to the Irish Sea coast at Ravenglass, and a walk through rolling pastures, past the ruins of a Roman Bath House, for a visit to medieval Muncaster Castle and its world-famous Owl Centre.(B, L, D) 2 1/2 Miles

Day 7 

Walk by Elterwater and follow in Wordsworth’s footsteps along Loughrigg Terrace for a superb view of Grasmere Lake and vale, the inspiration for many of his great poems. We arrive at the village of Rydal, which Wordsworth made his home for the final 37 years of his life. After lunch in a traditional “tearoom” we visit Rydal Mount, the poet’s home and its gardens, which were lovingly landscaped by the poet during his time there. In the afternoon we walk along the valley side to Dove Cottage in Grasmere, Wordsworth’s home during his nine most productive years as a poet, and visit the cottage and nearby museum (a visit to Grasmere village can be arranged instead of this final walk). Return to our accommodation for the final night, and our Farewell dinner.

(B, L, D) 7 Miles

Day 8 

Departure after breakfast. To depart from the tour, you can take a taxi from the hotel to the train station in Windermere or you can hire a private transfer back to the airport in Manchester. Should you require additonal nights, please let us know. We can also arrange for an extension in Grasmere should you want to spend more time in the beautiful Lake District. (B)

For the remainder of 2023 and for all of 2024 we will be offering our tours on customized basis only.  This means that you will select you tour, guided or self-guided, select your dates and we will plan your walking tour using the same great guides and accommodations as our group departures.  Group sizes can range from 2 to 12 people. 

Price From:  $3,950 - Per Person  /  Double Occupancy

Single Supplement: $425

Price may vary depending on group size.  Please contact us price quote.

Your trip price includes the following. 

• 6 scenic guided hikes
• 7 nights lodging in charming country inns  and hotels
• Double-occupancy room with private bath
• 7 sumptuous breakfasts and 7 dinners
• 7 packed or pub lunches
• Lake steamer cruise
• Sightseeing visits and admission fees
• Talks by Lakeland experts
• Luggage transported between inns

For additional information, please call or email us at [email protected] and one of our exceptional Travel Advisors will be happy to share with you all kinds of details.

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Northern Rail and Trans Pennine Express Trains offer direct service from Manchester Airport to Windermere, which makes the journey by public transport very straightforward. For rail information including reservations, time schedules and current fares please refer to BritRail at (800) 677-8585 or www.britrail.com . In the UK call (08457) 484950, or visit 

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The British Isles are home to a vast range of incredible scenery. From high peaks with panoramic views to unspoilt coastline tussled by the sea breeze, the landscapes of the UK are some of the most beautiful in the world.

There are hundreds of fantastic walking trails criss-crossing all over Great Britain, allowing walkers from all backgrounds to experience everything from our rare wildlife to our rich history dating as far back as the Stone Age.

Begin your adventure by selecting a region to explore on the map, or use our search function to find the perfect walking holiday for you. If you require further help, simply click the link below or you can contact our friendly team .

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Explore estuary banks, famous heathland, pilgrim pathways, seaswept clifftops and limestone dales.

For 2024, we've launched a host of walking holidays across six new trails, with short breaks and full-route adventures to choose from.

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Perhaps our most beloved National Trail of all, Hadrian's Wall Path crosses the north of England from Wallsend to Bowness-on-Solway, following the ancient Roman monument of Hadrian's Wall.

The route is well-signposted and full of Roman history, from museums to forts and milecastles, and its massive popularity has inspired a wealth of walker-friendly cafes and pubs in the region.

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We put a lot of emphasis on buying shoes that fit well and breaking them in correctly, but even the holy grail of walking boots won’t keep you blister-free if they aren’t tied up right. It’s well-worth stocking up on some boot-lacing tricks to pre-empt problems on your long-distance walk and adapt your fitment as you go.

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A guided walking holiday is ideal for travellers who prefer the camaraderie of like-minded walkers from around the world and appreciate the local knowledge shared by expert local guides.

Your walking guide is with you from the time your walking holiday commences until it concludes. They work tirelessly to tailor the trip to your interests while also ensuring your holiday runs smoothly for the whole group. Their passion for their country, or the region you are walking through, helps bring to life the flora, fauna and history of their homelands.

Depending on the chosen trip, group sizes generally vary from 6 to 22 people, and somewhat larger on boat based departures. On a guided walking tour in the UK and Europe, travelling in a small group does not mean your experience is tied to the rest of the group. There is time to go off exploring on your own.

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These trips involve walking for four to five hours per day or cycling for 15-50 km per day at a slow but steady pace. You will need a reasonable level of fitness and good health.

SUGGESTED PREPARATION: 30 minutes of aerobic type exercise (either road cycling or jogging), three times a week for three months leading up to your trip.

These trips involve a combination of what is described in our INTRODUCTORY and MODERATE levels. The emphasis is on introductory activity but including several moderate stages.

SUGGESTED PREPARATION: 45 minutes of aerobic type exercise (road cycling or jogging) three times a week for three months leading up to your trip.

These trips involve walking for up to six hours per day or cycling for up to 65 km per day, at a steady pace. You will need a good level of fitness and be in good health.

This trip grading involves a combination of what is described in our MODERATE and CHALLENGING levels. The emphasis is on moderate activity but including several challenging stages.

SUGGESTED PREPARATION: 1 hour of aerobic type exercise five times a week for three to six months leading up to your trip. Hill walking with a pack in variable weather conditions or road cycling.

These trips involve walking up to nine hours per day in mountainous terrain with steep ascents and descents, pass crossing & alpine weather conditions, or cycling for up to 80 km per day over undulating terrain, with some steep and sustained hills. You will need an excellent level of fitness, be prepared to carry a daypack weighing up to 8 kg and be completely comfortable in adverse weather conditions.

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‘You can walk virtually everywhere in England by using the train’: the man connecting rail-based walks

A new website aims to offer a wide network of walking routes from British train stations, and is calling on hikers to add their favourites. Our writer accompanies the founder on a ramble to Bath Spa station

A British railway station can be many things. A place of tended flowers and toytown paintwork. A concourse of shuttered ticket booths and overpriced pasties. A terminus, a meeting spot, a gateway to escape. It can be heart-lifting or drab, bathed in birdsong or heaving with commuters. It can also be the starting point for a properly good walk.

National Rail serves 2,593 stations, their locations scattered across the map like cartographic confetti. Many of them sit directly on longstanding hiking trails or within a short distance of paths worth exploring. In a large number of cases, it’s possible to walk between two stations following rights of way, rendering a car or taxi redundant.

Such routes are frequently scenic but often little-known, giving value to the prospect of a dedicated database of station-to-station walks. Might a disembarkation at Ffairfach, Whatstandwell or Crianlarich be the passport to your next hike? Quite possibly – which is where the recently launched Railwalks.co.uk comes in. Its aim is to create a crowd-sourced national network of rail-based walking routes, mostly ranging from two to 20 miles.

“If you’d asked me 20 years ago how much of Britain you could walk through while using public transport, I would have imagined, like everyone else, not very much,” says founder Steve Melia, an academic, author and one-time Lib Dem parliamentary candidate who gave up flying in 2005 and driving in 2009. “I discovered that that’s not true. You can walk virtually everywhere in England by train – and bus, but mainly trains – and a lot of Wales and Scotland.”

I meet Steve near the station in the Wiltshire town of Bradford-on-Avon, from where we’re taking a nine-mile countryside walk to Bath Spa station. It’s one of the first truly fine days of spring, a breezeless morning of sunshine and plum blossom. Twenty four hours earlier we’d have got drenched, but today the skies are blue, the blackbirds are fluting and the dandelions are blinding. We head to the banks of the Kennet & Avon canal, bear west and begin.

Steve first had the idea for the website, which was unveiled in January in partnership with like-minded walking organisation Slow Ways , when he moved to Bristol in 2009 to teach transport and planning at the University of the West of England. “I started doing public transport-based walks each weekend,” he says, as the canal path leads us past narrowboats and banks of forget-me-nots. Waggy-tailed terriers zigzag the other way. “I like to walk somewhere different every time I go out, and the fact I was able to do that for 15 years and still find new routes made me think there was more to this than people realise.”

Soon we reach a path across open fields. A herd of friesian cows graze in the middle distance. The route we’re following is one of many that Steve has plotted (he’s a fan of poring over paper maps) then uploaded online as a GPX file ( which can be found here ). He’s one of four volunteers managing Railwalks, an umbrella website that has gathered together relevant regional webpages listing local rail-based hikes. These include a wide variety of sources (with a varying level of detail) from walking and community groups to local authorities and individuals such as Steve. His collection of walks near Bristol ( greentravelwriter.co.uk/rail ) sit alongside other day-walk itineraries everywhere from the South Downs to the Scottish Highlands.

This, however, is just the beginning. By partnering with Slow Ways – which is midway through creating a web of walking routes that connect all Britain’s towns, cities and national parks – Railwalks aims to eventually offer a comprehensive, searchable, national network of rail walks, a mixture of station-to-station routes and circular hikes. And like Slow Ways itself, it needs your help.

“We’re asking people to add new walks,” says Steve. This involves signing up to Slow Ways via the Railwalks website or, for those already registered with Slow Ways, adjusting their profile settings to incorporate Railwalks (instructions for both options can be found at railwalks.co.uk/how-to-help ). “The idea is that our network will eventually go into a separate section of the Slow Ways site,” says Steve.

The concept at its core is admirable. Few pleasures are more simple than cross-country rambling with a trail at your feet and hours at your disposal. Our route to Bath winds up and down across the hills. We pass through pretty limestone villages with old-world names – Avoncliff, Limpley Stoke, Monkton Combe – and stop at the 16th-century Inn at Freshford for liquid sustenance. On the trail, wrens trill and the scent of wild garlic hangs on the woodland verges.

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Steve acknowledges that relying solely on trains can pose problems for hikers – not least the cost – but he and his fellow volunteers are passionate about spreading the word that rail-based walks aren’t only feasible but can also be deeply enjoyable.

Now in his early 60s, Steve goes walking at every opportunity. As we descend towards Bath down a long green meadow, the city’s Georgian crescents glinting in the afternoon sun, I notice his boots. They look as if they’re carrying the dust of a decade-long pilgrimage and I mention the fact. “What, these?” he laughs. “I only got them a few months ago.”

Three more station-to-station walks on railwalks.co.uk

Torquay to Teignmouth , Devon Distance: about 12 miles. Tracing a section of the South West Coast Path along a scenic stretch of the Devon coastline.

Cynghordy to Llandovery , Carmarthenshire Distance: about 7 miles. An undulating route between two stations on the Heart of Wales line, finishing in the market town of Llandovery.

Bempton to Filey , Yorkshire coast Distance: about 10 miles. A clifftop walk along the North Yorkshire Coast, with the chance to spot breeding seabirds on Bempton Cliffs in spring.

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New England region encompasses some of the most beautiful states in the United States , from the fall foliage of Connecticut to lighthouses and pristine coasts in Maine . Each state has something new to share, with hidden small towns showcasing an untouched insight into their beauty. Tourists can go on an adventure by visiting some of these eight idyllic towns with many attractions and activities for tourists. Whether it is watching a goat doing yoga, eating delicious Mystic pizza, or seeing a bridge get raised, there is something for everyone in these stunning small towns.

Kennebunkport, Maine

Kennebunkport is a lively summer destination with stunning beaches and art galleries. It is known for being the summer home of President Bush and his family. It has also been ranked as Maine’s number-one beach by World Report. The town is most popular around summer when the population booms to 10 times its usual size. Tourists visiting the town often head straight to the popular Goose Rocks Beach, with scenic ocean views. For a more immersive experience, one can take a boat tour of the island with Rugosa Lobster Tours or Pineapple Ketch. Or, take a tour of the pretty art galleries in town, such as Deborah Randall Fine Art.

Nearby, visitors can also check out Kennebunk, a nearby seaside town usually confused with Kennebunkport. The towns are separated by just a bridge, two rivers, and a distance of five miles. In Kennubunk, the Maine Art Hill gallery stuns cultural travelers, while outdoor lovers go for a beach walk at Mother's Beach and Gooch's Beach.

Bennington, Vermont

Bennington is a lively town of 15,000 in Bennington County, Vermont. During the American Revolutionary War , the Battle of Bennington ensued, and it was eventually won by the popular Green Mountain Boys and General Stark. This victory commemorated the beginning of the end of the Revolutionary War. There is a 306-foot-high stone obelisk Monument in Bennington built in honor of the battle. The obelisk is a popular landmark in town and has been on the National Register of Historic Places since 1971.

Tourists can get all the information they need from the Bennington Welcome Center, which also provides details on hidden gems and untapped touristy areas in the city. For more in-depth knowledge of local history, tourists should visit Bennington Museum, which features special exhibitions and exciting collections. Those here for a fun day can check out the Walloomsac Farmers' Market for fresh produce or shop the Main Street Antiques and eat vegetarian and Mexican dishes at Blue Benn.

Ogunquit, Maine

Ogunquit is a cute resort town of about 1,500 people, whose name comes from the Abenaki people’s word for “a beautiful place by the sea.” The white sands of Ogunquit Beach are one of the many reasons why it ranked on Trip Advisor’s top 10 US beaches in 2023. The beach boasts 3.5 miles of soft sand and is an ideal destination for families. Footbridge Beach is another beautiful beach in town with a motel for anyone who wants to stay the night.

Further inland, one can enjoy an array of seafood meals at the different restaurants in town, such as Footbridge Lobster, Jonathan's Restaurant, which doubles as a concert center, Barnacle Billy's, and the Front Porch Piano Bar & Restaurant. Meanwhile, for entertainment after the meal, stop by The Leavitt Theatre for movies and live shows or watch fall art exhibits at Barn Gallery.

Stowe, Vermont

Stowe is a natural environment with clean air, mountains, and a festive community. The town has a land area of over 70 square miles, one of the largest in Vermont . To this end, Stowe is a great place to be all year round, with plenty of natural areas to explore. During summer, visitors love to camp at Smugglers' Notch State Park Campground solo or with loved ones. Hiking, biking, and driving are also popular activities, and one can choose from Bingham Falls for waterfalls and gorges, Moss Glen Falls for a scenic drive, and Stowe Pinnacle for challenging trails. Those who brave the Stowe Pinnacle are in for a treat, as the view at the peak is worth the challenge.

During winter, the activities change, and most people visit the Gondola Skyride ski resort, which offers the opportunity to ride and see the peak of the highest mountain in Stowe, Mount Mansfield. Alongside Spruce Peak, this mountain surrounds Stowe Mountain Resort, which gives access to great views, rooms, and a steakhouse when you visit. After the outdoor fun, one can gulp down lager beers with friends and locals at von Trapp Brewery & Bierhall, Stowe Cider, or take a tour of the beautiful beer garden at The Alchemist Brewery.

Williamstown, Massachusetts

Williamstown, formerly called West Hoosac, was incorporated as a town in 1765. It was named Williamstown for Ephraim Williams, who gave the town a large amount of money to be named after him and to establish a free school. Williams eventually lost his life in the French and Indian War, but his legacy lives on through the town and the founding of Williams College, a private art school, in 1793. Visitors can attend exhibits in the school’s affiliated Art Museum near Clark Art Institute, a research and art school.

Those looking for an outdoor experience can take a walk along the Taconic Trail State Park, where flora and fauna are abundant. They can also check out Sheep Hill, the expansive farm and greenery that leads to Mt. Greylock. Afterward, it is time to get some eats at Mezze Bistro + Bar or fresh produce at Williamstown Farmers Market.

Chilmark, Massachusetts

The hilly and picturesque town of Chilmark is a farming and fishing area with lots of nature preserves like the Waskosim's Rock Reservation and Great Rock Bight Preserve. Whether you are a beginner or a pro, Menemsha Blues Charters, A Martha's Vineyard Fishing Charter, promises to provide all you need to make a great catch. Beach lovers should check out Squibnocket Beach, Menemsha Public Beach, and Lucy Vincent Beach for fun beach activities.

The town also offers much to cultural enthusiasts, such as the Chilmark Free Public Library for book lovers. If you have never seen a goat doing yoga, check out Native Earth Teaching Farm for some traditional farm lessons. Also, many tourists adore the Island Folk Pottery, Sculpture Trail and Pottery Shop, and Martha's Vineyard Copperworks galleries for their array of artistic displays.

Stockbridge, Massachusetts

Stockbridge is a gorgeous town for its residents and a tourist haven. It was named after the town of Stockbridge in Hampshire County, England , and it has prevalent cultural attractions to share. Those interested head straight to Main Street for a complete tourist experience. Norman Rockwell Museum is a popular art museum in Stockbridge with lots of art and design exhibition showcases. Explore jaw-dropping historic homes with otherworldly beauty and rich tales at Historic New England Merwin House and Naumkeag. On the other hand, for a lighter experience, one can go golfing at Stockbridge Golf Club, take a tour of the Berkshire Botanical Garden, or dance to live music at Tanglewood.

Mystic, Connecticut

While Mystic might sound like a name for something mysterious or deep, the name of this town begs to differ. Mystic is a village between Groton and Stonington, given its name by the Pequot Native Americans. The name of the town means “a large river whose waters are driven into waves.” Visitors can explore these waves through a sunset cruise with Argia Mystic Cruises, showcasing islands and lighthouses. Other great options are the Mystic Aquarium and Mystic Seaport Museum, where various marine animals and maritime adventures are waiting to charm. Or, head into town to shop at Olde Mistick Village and enjoy sumptuous pizza at Mystic Pizza. There is much more to do in Mystic, such as playing games and puzzles at Mystified Escape Rooms and attending free studio classes at Mystic Museum of Art.

From the summer attractions of Kennebunkport to the sunset cruise of Mystic, New England has so much more to offer. Go on a tour of these low-populated towns to explore their beauty, serenity, and natural resources and make memories to cherish for a lifetime. Without the hustle and bustle of urban centers, these towns offer a pure view into the idyllic charm hidden throughout New England. No matter what one is into, each town has something unique and exciting to enjoy.

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Every Wednesday we get Michelin chefs, top bloggers or critics to pick their favourite Cheap Eats where they live and at home. This week we speak to one of the most renowned chefs in the UK, Galton Blackiston of the Michelin-starred Morston Hall in Norfolk.

He's gone the extra mile in his Cheap Eats at home - uploading a how-to video to Instagram.

Hi  Galton, c an you tell us your favourite places in Norfolk where you can get a meal for two for less than £40?

Allium in Downham market , a family run restaurant which involves mum, dad, Joe in kitchen and James front of house. Open Wednesday through to Sunday, it has a great vibe on a Saturday evening and great food.

Bure river restaurant , a tiny restaurant on the broads in Horning cooking lovely fish dishes.

Final cheap place is the Parlour in Binham , where they have a great restaurant and you put money into an honesty box for their local cheese from the village and raw milk from their farm - a great place to visit in Norfolk.

What's your go-to cheap meal at home?

Toad in the hole with a baked potato and hispi cabbage and onion gravy.

A good tip I would say is to colour off the sausages in dripping then pour over the batter, which should be eight eggs, 250g plain flour, one pint of full fat milk, salt pepper and nutmeg. Whisk together and allow to sit for an hour til you use. 

And this is how you do the hispi cabbage with cling film over the pan...

Flight prices often rocket in the summer, but it turns out particular dates can prove cheaper. 

Research by Expedia has revealed the best dates to book your trips... 

The cheapest times to fly 

If you're flying domestic, the best dates for your wallet are 28 July, 19 August and 23 August. 

Expedia also recommends booking your domestic flights on a Wednesday to save roughly 20%. 

For those travelling internationally, the cheapest dates are 2 and 13 June, and 28 August. 

When it comes to booking, you can save about 15% if you book on a Thursday versus at the weekend. 

The quietest times to fly

If you care more about a quieter airport, the least busy dates for flying domestic are 10 June, and 11 and 19 July. 

For international flights, the best dates are 4 June, and 27 and 30 August. 

And the dates to avoid...

The most expensive domestic flights are on 30 June, and 8 and 16 July. 

International flights are pricier on 22, 23 and 29 July. 

Meanwhile, Expedia says 30 June and 24 July will be the busiest air travel days for domestic and international destinations. 

Domestic flights are busiest on 30 June, and 8 and 16 July. 

For international flights, 10, 21 and 24 June are the busiest. 

The advertising watchdog has banned a Premier Inn ad for misleading claims about room prices. 

A paid-for search ad for the hotel chain, seen on 4 November, had stated: "Premier Inn Edinburgh - rooms from only £35 per night."

It was referred to the advertising watchdog after a reader complained they couldn't find any rooms at the advertised price. 

Whitbread Group, trading as Premier Inn, provided the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) with data showing there were a total of 377 rooms on offer for £35 in Edinburgh within the 365-day booking window.

But the ASA said customers would understand the ad to mean a significant proportion of rooms available would be £35.

Read the full story, including Premier Inn's response, here ...

Taxpayers will be forced to cover £85bn of losses made by the Bank of England on its quantitative easing programme, estimates suggest. 

The £895bn bond-buying scheme was carried out between 2009 and 2021, and had aimed to support the UK during economic shocks - but it has been blamed by some for allowing inflation to take root. 

Recent chancellors have agreed to indemnify the Bank against any losses on the scheme - meaning the taxpayer will be paying for them.

Greene King is moving from its 200-year-old brewery in Bury St Edmunds. 

The pub chain will be opening a new £40m facility in a town that will produce more modern, fizzy craft beers alongside its traditional cask ales. 

The majority of Greene King's brewing will be moved to the new site, as part of a wider shift away from traditional cask beers. 

It will take about three years to complete. 

Butlin's has launched legal action against its insurance company Aviva over who foots a £60m bill.

The holiday park operator's Minehead resort was forced to close in September 2023 because of flooding caused by heavy rainfall.

It has said the incident cost the business £60m and has filed a claim at the High Court against Aviva for not covering the entire bill.

In legal documents seen by  The Telegraph , Butlins have questioned the definition of a "storm" and argued that a "named storm" had not been declared when the flooding happened.

Oil traders working for the US firm Exxon Mobil Corp in Brussels could lose their job if they refuse to move to London, according to reports.

Under the new proposal employees moving to the UK capital would be expected to be in the office five days a week.

But traders working for the oil giant said in an internal union-led survey they did not want to move to London due to "uncompetitive" pay and a "lack of flexibility", a union statement reads, according to  Bloomberg .

Up to 37 trading employees now face having their contracts terminated as a result of this.

ExxonMobil has said it "remains open to resolving the situation".

The sports retailer is introducing tagging sprays across its stores nationwide as part of a ramping up of security measures. 

It will start using SelectaDNA sprays, which can be misted on property and criminals. 

The sprays work by leaving a synthetic DNA and UV marker which does not wash off and can be used to link assets to owners and criminals to crime scenes. 

JD Sports said the measure was in response to a significant increase in shoplifting in UK.

In particular, it said it had seen a rise in "steaming" - where large gangs run into stores, threaten staff with violence and then run off with armfuls of stolen products.

The SelectaDNA spray reportedly does not cause any harm or damage to skin, clothing or property.

Lidl plans to open hundreds more supermarkets across Britain.

The German discount chain, which is now the UK's sixth biggest supermarket, is targeting thousands of new shoppers as it continues its expansion.

It currently has about 960 stores but is targeting more than 1,100 across England, Wales and Scotland.

In the coming months, the chain will welcome shoppers to new stores across the country, from Bristol, Birmingham and Berwick in Scotland. 

In London, it will be opening new stores in Wandsworth, Fulham, Hoxton and Canning Town.

But it says it is eyeing growth in more locations. If it successfully finds a good location, it is willing to pay a finder's fee of 1.5% of the total freehold purchase price, or 10% of the first year's rent for leaseholds, which would equate to £22,500 for a completed £1.5m site purchase.

A finder's fee can be paid to any member of the public who identifies a suitable site for it to open a new store.

Richard Taylor, Lidl Great Britain's chief development officer, said the company was "continuing to invest in new locations whilst exploring innovative routes to expansion".

"As we look ahead, we're excited to welcome even more new shoppers to our existing stores, as well as those we're planning to open across the country in the coming months and years," he said.

Mortgage approvals rose to 61,300 in March - the highest number since September 2022.

They had been at 60,500 in February, according to the Bank of England.

While this is positive, industry experts are reporting that uncertainty over the direction of interest rates this year is prompting caution.

Mortgage rates have risen in the last few weeks as markets went from pricing in a base rate cut in June to thinking it may be August.

US inflation proving stubborn has led to concern here that the path to the 2% target may be bumpy - meaning the base rate may have to stay high in order to constrain spending and thus ease price rises.

Forecasts of three cuts this year from the current 5.25% have been scaled back to two.

Hina Bhudia, partner at Knight Frank Finance, said: "The sun is out and buyers are returning from their Easter break, so we'd usually expect these to be the busy weeks before the summer; however, the uncertain outlook for mortgage rates will undoubtedly weigh on activity.

"It's not just buyers that are frustrated. The lenders are eager to rebuild their businesses after a subdued 2023; however, they are constrained by stubborn inflation and the resulting impact on their cost of funding."

Following Sainsbury's boss Simon Roberts' claim that Britons like self-checkouts...

...we asked Money blog readers, and followers of our LinkedIn page , for their views.

While our inbox was filled with a lot of hate for self-checkouts, our poll of 2,613 people on LinkedIn shows that, overall, Mr Roberts was right...

We have rounded up some of your views here...

Self-checkout is the worst thing to ever happen. Standing like a child with your hand up, one person running up and down to deal with this, underpaid and understaffed. Janice Karaaziz, Money reader

I'll go out of my way to find a cashier, largely because my five-year-old will make a beeline for pressing the scales. I've noticed my local store having fewer and fewer cashiers on - and on many occasions there have been none. We need to think about inclusivity here. There will be some customers who will need a cashier for various reasons, so would expect there to always be at least one on, so stores are accessible for everyone. KaraS, LinkedIn

I try and limit my social interactions as much as possible, out of choice, so most of the time self-checkouts are convenient. Alasdair Corton, LinkedIn

They induce a level of irritation. Sometimes I can be heard answering them back. In general I choose to have my items flung at me by Lidl checkout staff. Siobhan W, LinkedIn

Self-checkout provides a great alternative to customers, especially those with smaller quantity purchases, but personally I think it's sad to see them dominate the front of Sainsbury's stores. In my opinion, it's the removal of one of the greatest ways to provide good customer service. Tom Tregay, LinkedIn

Self-checkouts are great, I will always choose to use one instead of a normal checkout. Some are easier to use than others, the Co-op and Tesco have easy-to-use interfaces whereas Morrisons is a bit more complicated. They'll evolve over time and there's always staff to help out. CG, LinkedIn

They're useful, but when they trigger a "basket check" on nearly every single shop, they begin to lose attractiveness Nicola Bradley, LinkedIn

I tend to argue with them lol. Especially when I can't get it to scan a particular item or you need approval for something so you have to wait for assistance anyway! Plus as a disabled customer I have to juggle my crutch, shopping, scanning and packing. With reduced staff in shops you can't always get the help you actually need. Elizabeth Graney, LinkedIn

Definitely not. So when I go to Sainsbury's I see a lot of older people and no way do they want to use self-checkouts. My mother lives in assisted living and all of them say they hate them. Get a grip, Simon - they are not faster, they are saving you employing more staff. I know my aunt has stood at an Asda til they put a staff member on there. Andrea Robinson, LinkedIn

Robots should never replace humans. Interaction is essential... if machines replace people no one will work, it's a crazy dangerous road. Nicola van Eerten, LinkedIn

The self-checkout is a money-saving exercise. They cut back everywhere. No staff on the shop floor to help. Paper bags in the veg section now cost 30p - for absolutely no reason. Mark, Money reader

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