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Mid Summer 2008

Holiday Outlines - Mid Summer 2008

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This superb trek in the High Atlas mountains of Morocco takes us to the summit of Jebel M'goun in the M'goun Massif. Fractionally lower than better known Toubkal, it is the more scenic and less frequented of the two, and promises a wilderness experience that is definitely high alpine in grade (involving ascents of 1200 to 1500m on 3 days, and descents of 1200 to 1600m on 3 days). After a first night at Hotel Assia in Marrakech, we will drive to the lovely valley of Ait Bouguemez, staying the night in an auberge at Agouti (1760m) and taking our last shower for 4 nights! From here mules will carry our tents and gear as we make a circuit into the Central High Atlas, taking 3.5 days to get to the summit of Jebel M'goun, and 1.5 days to get back. The scenery will be magnificent and hugely varied - terraced green valleys, traditional Berber villages clinging to the hillsides, strange colours and rock shapes in the Karstic landscape, and breathtaking panoramas from the high cols - Col du Roughelt (2860m) and Col de Targdit (3200m) - as we make our way to our last camp before the summit (2900m). The ascent is non-technical but will involve an early start and 1200m of ascent in the thin air till finally we are rewarded at the summit (4068m) with a literally breathtaking panorama over the whole Central High Atlas. From here we return to our previous camp, then cross the Oumskiyk Pass the next day to reach Ait Bouguemez, enjoying a well-deserved hot shower at a lovely auberge in the valley before we return to Marrakech. We now have 2 last nights at friendly Hotel Amani just outside the centre of Marrakech, seeing the sights, visiting a few last souks, enjoying the small hotel pool, or just relaxing and taking it all in before we travel home.

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Patterdale village is well placed for many easy-going walks in this lovely valley, including the path to the hamlet of Hartsop, or to Dovedale beyond Brothers Water with its craggy views and rushing beck. Another day we could head towards Lanty's Tarn for a superb outlook over Ullswater and maybe detour into Glenridding for tea on the way home. We can also take the ferry to Howtown and walk along a section of the stunning Ullswater shore - the most beautiful of its kind in the Lakes… The White Lion Inn is in the centre of Patterdale village - an old coaching inn now popular with walkers. The bedrooms all have ensuite or private facilities, each with TV and tea/coffee making facilities. This break is priced on a part board basis with breakfast in the residents' part of the bar, packed lunches, and in the evening we can choose from Rita Dawes' generous bar meals (evening meals not included - from £12). At the White Lion, we socialise in the bar as there is no separate residents' lounge. We will aim to order dinner at around 6.30/7.00pm on the first night. Well-behaved dogs are allowed.

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The Norfolk Coast Path wends its way under huge skies along the Norfolk Coast - an area of outstanding natural beauty. This gentle holiday with Madeline, our natural history guide, covers the 22 miles from Sherringham to Holkham Gap in easy 5-6 miles stages, using the Coasthopper bus to get to our walks each day. We may see terns, oyster catchers, avocets, marsh harriers, godwits, redshanks and even the rare bittern on the tidal flats or from hides overlooking saltmarshes, lagoons, and whispering reedbeds. On the last day we might also visit Holkham Hall or take a trip by boat to see the Blakeney Point seal colony. The holiday is based at Cookes-of-Cley G/H in Cley-next-the-Sea, 9 miles by bus from Sherringham station. The G/H has attractive, mostly ensuite, twin and single rooms and a tea garden for after walking. On 3 nights we will eat at the guest house, and on 2 nights we'll go out to eat at a good village pub (not included - from £15).

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The Horse & Groom is a 17th Century pub in the quiet rural setting of East Ashling on the edge of the Downs, a short taxi ride from Chichester. From here we can walk through the fantastic ancient yew trees of Kingley Vale and up onto the Downs for superb views both inland and across Chichester harbour to the sea. On one day we will also visit Bosham - a key port in Saxon and medieval times - walking around the harbour and across farmland to the furthest inland reach of the sea at Chichester where a reedy wilderness creates a sanctuary for waders and other water birds. The Inn's bedrooms are all located away from bar noise in two beautifully converted adjacent barns. Furthermore, these ensuite twin and double bedrooms can all be taken as singles with no extra supplement. Evening meals are not included - from £15. (The pub has no separate residents lounge).

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This new venue in the Newlands valley near Keswick gives exciting access to the Derwent and Grasmoor fells of the northern Lakes. Our Slow High walks might start with the Robinson ridge to Dale Head for its stunning Central Fells and Buttermere views. We can descend over Hindscarth, or even along the High Spy ridge if we have the energy. On the next day we'll venture into the Grasmoor fells, and maybe even tackle the fabulous Grisedale Horseshoe from Bassenthwaite - a classic Lake District circuit that is hard work but hugely rewarding. For our shorter last walk we might be tempted by strikingly shaped Causey Pike just across the valley... Lots to choose from, and even Skiddaw will be within our reach. For this short break we will be staying at 17th century Swinside Inn and Swinside Farmhouse immediately across the road - all eating together at the inn in the evening for its friendly atmosphere, lovely old bar, and good pub food. (Evening meals not included - from £12).

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This lovely holiday is based near Lake Bohinj in the Julian Alps and offers a rich choice of Low Intermediate and Intermediate walks from our base at friendly Penzion Bohinj. There are wonderful low walks beside the lake and through the Bohinj valley with its low hills and hay meadows full of flowers. Here the Bohinj River flows emerald with snowmelt, while one of its tributaries has carved a dramatic limestone gorge that we can walk through. Higher up, there are beautiful hillside pastures and more waterfalls, refuges, and views of the Julian Alps to tempt us beyond the Vogel cable car. On one day we will visit Bled for a choice of two more gorge walks, and a chance to sit in cafes by this other jewel of a lake. Penzion Bohinj is situated beside the Mostnica River in Stara Fuzina - a quiet traditional village near the foot of the lake, and we have reserved all the rooms so that everyone can have a single! The rooms are not large and are simply furnished in a clean modern style, each with a small shower room. Downstairs is the large dining room that opens onto the garden, and we'll eat here on 4 nights - simple but tasty home-cooked meals, going out to eat on the remaining 3 nights (restaurant meals not included - from £10).

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This holiday based conveniently at Glenthorne Guest House in Grasmere will have so many wonderful intermediate walks to choose from! Wild Blea Rigg is always wonderfully deserted despite its stunning views of Easedale Tarn on the way up, and the Langdale Pikes from the top. The path up Helm Crag also offers its own rewards with great views over Grasmere and a lovely long ridge walk to follow. Over these 3 days we might find ourselves climbing the hillside to Alcock Tarn and Heron Pike, stopping for a swim in deserted Codale, or stretching ourselves as far as High Raise for its fabulous views. If we don't mind driving around to Great Langdale, there can even be an exciting foray onto the Langdale Pikes! Glenthorne Guest House in Grasmere offers comfortable rooms and plenty of singles, a lovely garden to sit out in after walking, and excellent food including free tea and cakes...!

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Coquetdale lies between the Cheviot and Simonside Hills on the edge of the Northumberland National Park. This Cheviot dale offers delightful low intermediate walking with many beautiful paths through the valley as well as easy walks up onto wonderful heather-covered moorland. From Garleigh Moor and Simonside in particular we'd hope to have spectacular views to the sea at Druridge Bay and north to the purple Cheviot Hills. The valley scenery is special in a different way: rolling green fields dotted with sheep as we walk to the pretty hamlets of Holystone and Sharpeton; views over the meandering River Coquet as we look back down the valley; or the extensive woods and grounds of Cragside full of exotic trees which are also a last stronghold for the red squirrel. Cragside is a striking NT property just across the river from Rothbury where we will be staying, and it was the first house in England to have electricity. In fact the whole of Coquetdale is steeped in history - from ancient settlements and Stone Age rock art on Garleigh Moor, to tranquil Lady's Well pool at Holystone. In Rothbury we will stay at the Queens Head - a traditional inn with simple ensuite twin and single rooms, a public bar and restaurant, and a separate breakfast room and residents' lounge. Rothbury is a picturesque small town with a lovely setting beside the River Coquet and plenty of small shops and tea shops we can investigate after walking. This holiday is priced on a part board basis, including breakfast & packed lunches. In the evening we can eat at the inn or sample other good eating places nearby (Evening meals not included - from £12). Frequent buses from Morpeth bus station stop outside the Queens Head. You can arrive from 2pm. We will aim to order dinner at 6.30pm.

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Bohemia makes up two thirds of the modern Czech Republic and was once a kingdom in its own right centred on the medieval city of Prague. The Bohemian Paradise region 100k to the northeast of Prague is Bohemia's most picturesque corner - an area of gentle river valleys, meadows, and woodland, with fascinating rock formations, superb viewpoints, and tiny traditional villages. We will be based for the first 4 nights of this holiday at the friendly Pod Sikmou vezi Hotel to allow us to walk through the famous Prachov Rocks nearby, and visit the scenic ruins of Trosky Castle with its twin towers named the Maiden and the Crone. We will also walk beside a lovely lake to the rock town of Hruba Skala perched above a veritable forest of rock pillars, and on one day we will include the old town of Jicin - the 'gateway to Bohemia'. For our last 2 nights we transfer to Prague to stay in Hotel Atos in the centre of this extraordinary city. Prague remains one of the most architecturally beautiful cities in the world - the 'city of 100 spires' on the River Vrata, with a surviving medieval centre of cobbled lanes and ancient courtyards overlooked by Europe's oldest castle. In Prague there will be time to wander, take a walking tour around the most important sites, see the castle, the old town,the amazing astronomical clock, the statues on Charles Bridge - or just to sit in cafes and watch the world go by! If you wish to book extra nights in Prague to prolong your stay, please just let us know. Guided by Marcelle & local guide, Eva. This holiday is priced on a full board basis in Bohemia, and B&B in Prague. Plenty of ensuite single rooms available (Ensuite single suppl. £10 a night).

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The Kerry and Dingle Ways offer spectacular and varied intermediate walking in the beautiful south west corner of Ireland - the lakes of Killarney, the Gap of Dunloe, Black Valley and the spectacular scenery of MacGillycuddy's Reeks, the wild and remote coastline of the Dingle Penninsula, crashing Atlantic waves and views of the lonely Blasket Islands… In addition, we can include intermediate tops near Killarney like Torc Mountain with spellbinding views over the Killarney Lakes, and maybe Mangerton or Purple Mountain. On the Dingle Penninsula during the second half of the week we will climb over the shoulder of Mount Brandon (at 650m) - a stunning walk that finishes with fabulous views as we descend beyond the col to the sea again. This holiday is priced on a part board basis with 4 nights at Kingdom View B&B near Killarney, and 3 nights at Mount Brandon hostel - a delightful independent hostel with small bunk rooms - many of them ensuite - located on the shore of Brandon Bay. In the evening we'll go out to eat in local pubs and restaurants (Evening meals not included - from £12). On the last morning before returning to the airport, we could take a boat trip to watch Fungi the dolphin - a famous, long term resident of Dingle Bay - or even don wetsuits to swim with him! (Not included: £30 including wet suit hire). Guided by Gillian & Polly.

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Travel - Flight to Kerry not included: Ryan Air flies from Stansted to Kerry, and Aer Arann flies from Manchester to Kerry. Book early for the best prices - or we can happily book it for yous.

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For this lovely July weekend we'll be staying we'll be staying at the friendly Howe Keld Hotel in Keswick near the lake and the landing stage for the Keswick Launch - which we can use to reach walks around the lake. There are many lovely gentle walks in this area, perhaps starting with the path along the far lakeshore for its excellent views down the lake and across to the craggy wooded promontories of Borrowdale. From the end of the lake we can walk into Borrowdale for tea beside the river at Grange. On Sunday there could be a rewarding walk to Watendlath past pretty Ashness bridge and 'Surprise View', or we might walk to Castlerigg Stone Circle which has a superb setting surrounded by fells. This weekend is priced on a full board basis, and in the evenings we'll enjoy David and Valerie's excellent cooking - so do arrive by 6.30pm on the first night!

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This break with Barbara offers 3 nights at Lulworth Cove to give us more time for the striking coastal and heathland paths along this beautiful section of the Dorset coast. For our first walk we can take the path from the village heading to Durdle Door for a wonderful walk along the cliffs, maybe descending to the beach if we feel energetic. Next day we might head inland to the Purbeck ridge, a walk which will give us extensive views across the coast and towards spectacular Corfe Castle ruins. Finally on the last day we could walk in the other direction along another lovely stretch of coast path. (These coastal walks are all well within the Low Intermediate grade, but may involve more 'up' and 'down' than some other low intermediate destinations!) Cromwell House Hotel where we'll be staying has comfortable ensuite twin and single rooms 200m from the sea. Lulworth Cove is easy to reach - a short taxi ride from Wool station on the Waterloo to Weymouth line.

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The Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel was originally a farm, then a coaching inn, and has long been popular with walkers and climbers - especially for a drink at its Hikers Bar after walking. It is a lovely old building with charm and character located beneath the Langdale Pikes with Lingmoor Fell, Pike O'Blisco, Crinkle Crags and Bow Fell right on the doorstep. This makes the hotel perfect for a holiday offering both Intermediate and Slow High walks. Like on other double grade holidays, you can choose the grade you prefer, or swap the next day if needed. 'Slow High' walks are high level walks taken at a slower pace. The dramatic Langdale Pikes will be a 'must' for both groups, and give superb views in all directions from their rocky tops. For other Intermediate walks there is wild Blea Rigg beyond Stickle Tarn with a walk back through Great Langdale; the lovely heather-covered slopes of Lingmoor Fell; and rockier Pike O'Blisco. For Slow High walks, after a 'warm up' walk on the Langdale Pikes, we might tackle the nearby Coniston fells. The Crinkle Crags ridge and Bow Fell could give us stunning views of Scafell Pike and as far as the Isle of Man, leaving Lingmoor Fell or Pike O'Blisco for the last day. The ODG offers a good mix of shared and single rooms, some of which are ensuite while others are standard with a washbasin and a bathroom nearby. Well-behaved dogs are allowed.

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Normandy's pastoral landscape is perfect for gentle walks. Horses and cows graze on rolling low hills or the flatter wetlands of the Marais, and the landscape is dotted with lovely manor farms, half-timbered barns, and even the occasional chateau. The medieval city of Bayeux is here with its famous tapestry, while on the coast there are small seaside resorts or the historic stretches of D-Day landing beaches. Behind the coast lies the Marais - a protected landscape scattered with small lakes, valuable to farmers, and forming an important habitat for migrating birds. Here we will be based 30 minutes from Cherbourg at Chateau Bellenau which has a wealth of history, character and charm. The Chateau offers ensuite twins, many ensuite singles, and excellent home-cooked meals. In addition, its superb gardens are a wonder with waterways and lake, caves and majestic rare trees. The ferry from Portsmouth to Cherbourg is included in the price. Portsmouth & Southsea station is easy to reach by train, or there is parking at the ferry. The holiday is priced on a full board basis except for one night eating out in Bayeux - from £12.

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An opportunity to spend a week in the splendour of the Gran Paradiso National Park in Italy's Western Alps - with breathtaking views all around, alpine flowers, marmots, ibex and chamoix! There will be 2 guides to offer an intermediate and a high level choice each day (walking with a day pack only - your luggage is transported for you). We start from Albergo Gran Paradiso, Noasca, in the Valle del Orca; making our way over 2 days past beautiful lakes to Col del Nivolet at the head of the valley, with a night at valley refuge Le Fonti on the way. At Col del Nivolet we stop for 3 nights at Rifugio Citta di Chivasso, which is perched spectacularly above the lakes of Piano del Nivolet and a whole new alpine valley. This wonderful traditional refuge has dormitory beds, cold water washing, and excellent food in true Italian style. Here there are walks at both levels, with stunning views of glaciers and distant ranges including Gran Paradiso itself, or less rugged paths through flower-filled Piano del Nivolet. On the 5th day we return to Rifugio Le Fonti via an old royal game trail - perhaps the best day of all, then back past quaint deserted villages and frescoes to Noasca for our last night. The high walks are High Alpine on 2-3 days - with more descent than the normal high level grade.

The three nights of high refuge life are a wonderful experience, but resources at altitude are limited, and taking account of this is a necessary part of the holiday: use water sparingly, hand wash rather than shower every day; solar power only - no power sockets available; bottled drinking water.

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Shropshire is a beautiful county with rolling hills, meandering rivers, and areas of outstanding natural beauty. One of its most striking features is the Long Mynd (which means 'Long Mountain'), a moorland ridge with many 'batches' and 'hollows' (valleys) to give it shape and provide interesting walking. On these holidays we will be based at the foot of the Mynd in the un-spoilt village of Little Stretton, and we will certainly climb one of Mynd's many valley paths on the first day, reaching the ridge, then walking to its highest point at Pole Bank. From here we should have extensive views west to the Berwyn hills, north to the Stiperstones, and east to Caer Caradoc and Raglith. Carding Mill Valley will then make a lovely descent, and we can stop for tea and cake in Church Stretton on our way back. On the second day we might head east towards Raglith and Caer Carodoc where Caradoc is thought to have made his last stand. This could leave the Golden Valley path onto the Long Mynd from the west - an altogether gentler ascent - for our last day. Mynd House is an Edwardian guest house with beautiful, mostly ensuite twin and single rooms and good views over the Shropshire hills. Each room has its own character, and most are double rooms taken as singles (Single suppl. £10 a night). Two of the rooms - a twin and a single - form a suite with a shared bathroom and superb views that takes up the whole of the 2nd floor. Downstairs there is a cosy lounge with a small bar and diningroom where we will eat on 2 evenings (on the last night we will go out to eat at the village pub - not included, from £12). The nearest train station is at Church Stretton - 1 mile by taxi from where we stay.

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A new holiday for WalkingWomen in 2008, the Coast to Coast walk was devised by Wainwright to link the Irish Sea and the North Sea. It is a route rather than an official long distance path, walking 190 miles from St Bees Head through the Lake District, and across the Pennines, Yorkshire Dales, and North York Moors to Robin Hood's Bay on the east coast. It is one of Britain's most popular long distance walks and undoubtedly includes some of the finest upland scenery in England. On this holiday with Diane P and Sylvia we will complete the walk in 14 days, with daily distances ranging from 8 miles on two of the higher Lake District days to 19 miles as we near the end of our journey (average: 14 miles a day). The amount of daily ascent is greatest at the beginning - ranging from 550m-750m a day as we traverse the Lakeland fells and Pennines, then increasing again briefly as we cross the North York Moors to reaching Robin Hood's Bay with a great sense of achievement! 5 of the nights are spent in youth hostel dormitories and include evening meals. The other 10 are spent in 2-4 bedded rooms in small hotels and B&Bs where evening meals are not included (from £12). Packed lunches and luggage transport are included throughout - you carry a day sack only. This holiday is best reached by public transport - see below.

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This holiday offers an excellent opportunity to walk the 3 highest peaks of the Yorkshire Dales. The peaks in question are Whernside (736m), Ingleborough (723m), and Pen-y-Ghent (694m). Whernside is the highest and has striking views of the Settle-Carlisle viaduct at Ribblehead. Ingleborough still shows signs of having once been an iron age hill fort, while Pen-y-Ghent has the most distinctive shape. Together they form the '3 Peaks of Yorkshire' and are sometimes walked in 12 hours as a challenge. For this break we will be staying in ensuite twin and single rooms at the Crown Hotel in Horton-in-Ribblesdale. The hotel has a bar with ancient oak beams, 2 small lounges, a beer garden, and a car park. In the evening we can eat at the hotel or explore other restaurants and pubs in Horton (evening meals not included - from £12). To keep things simple we've pre-booked a table at the hotel for 7pm on the first evening. The hotel is located across the river from Horton station on the scenic Leeds-Carlisle line.

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This holiday in the Wye Valley offers Low Intermediate walks based at the Abbey Hotel overlooking Tintern Abbey - an area steeped in history, and rich in wildlife, archaeology, and industrial remains. The River Wye forms the boundary here between England and Wales, and King Offa built his famous dyke near the English bank. In places ancient woodland clings to the steep sides of dramatic limestone gorge, while elsewhere the river is boarded by tranquil meadows. For Low Intermediate walks in this lovely area we have a wide choice. We can walk beside the River Wye and up to low intermediate viewpoints such as Devils Pulpit. or do a circuit that includes a stretch of the Wye Valley Way. We can walk beyond Anguidy as far as lovely Cleddon Falls, and on one day we'll take the bus to Redbrook to explore a section of Offa's Dyke where the dyke is still clearly visible. The Abbey Hotel has comfortable ensuite twin and ensuite single rooms (no single suppl. for single bedded rooms) in Tintern village with its old pubs, tourist shops and craft galleries. Tintern is easy to reach by road or rail - close to the M4 & M5, or a 6-mile taxi or bus ride from Chepstow station.

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Arrangements

UK holidays and travel times

The first date given for a holiday is the day you arrive. We don't walk on that day, except perhaps for an evening stroll to get to know each other. You can usually get into your room from 2pm. Your guide will arrive by 5pm and will leave a message at reception to say where she'll be at that time. Dinner is generally at 7pm - so do tell us if you think you will be late in case we can hold your meal. The walks start at a convenient time after breakfast each day. Their length depends on the grade and sometimes we might change a walk because of the weather. The walk on the last day is shorter, and we are generally back by 2pm for trains from 3pm. However, on weekend breaks and treks - especially if intermediate and high level - we are generally not back till 3pm for trains from 4pm. When booking a weekend or a trek, please tell us if you will need to leave earlier than this.

Accommodation

The accommodation we book for the holidays varies hugely - from charming small hotels and inns, to moderately priced guesthouses, and ideally-located hostels and mountain refuges. The prices are based on you sharing a room with another member of the group unless it says otherwise. Singles with or without a supplement are often available if you book early. All supplements are given as a figure per night. In hostels and refuges you mostly sleep in bunk beds sharing a dormitory with other members of the group. Help yourself to a free welcome cuppa from the Member's Kitchen when you arrive! For much more accommodation information see our Accommodation page

Frequent Walker Miles!

It's very gratifying how many women return for more WalkingWomen holidays after their first experience. So we've introduced 'Frequent Walker Miles' as a way of giving something back to you. This means that if you come on 3 holidays in a calendar year, we'll take £20 pounds off the 3rd one - and again off the 6th!

Trekking

If 'trekking' to you means days of slogging with the kitchen sink on your back - forget it! We use 'Trekking' or 'Trek' to refer to holidays that involve walking to a new place most days, allowing us to get off the beaten track and reach more remote places like the stunning Western Lakes or a high Alpine valley. We transport the luggage by taxi or porters wherever possible, and on trips where this is not possible we clarify in the holiday description the number of days you will carry extra gear. A trekking day can sometimes be a little longer than a day walk of the same grade and there isn't the same flexibility to take a day off as with other holidays, so please choose the grade with special care. The reward is the satisfaction of having walked there and seeing a new valley come into view. If a UK trek is not circular we arrange transport back to the starting point or nearest station for free or for a small, shared charge (see the holiday description).

Taking time out - other things to do

Whether you walk each day is up to you; it's only tricky if you want to take time out on a trekking day! There are lots of other things to do - either for a day off or after walking. You might also want to walk on your own for a day, or sit under a tree to read, paint, or do nothing!

Travel directions

Travel directions and a list of what to bring will be sent to you with your confirmation of booking. You will also find a lot of useful information on the Travel & Gear page of this website. We confirm the booking after you have paid the deposit. If you would like to see travel directions before you book, just email us for a copy.

Dogs

It can be lovely to walk with a dog, but not all dogs walk well with a group, and WalkingWomen has been set up to cater for the needs and safety of women who want to walk. Assistance dogs (e.g 'blind' dog, 'hearing' dog etc) are permitted on all WW holidays and at all UK accommodations we use. Non-assis