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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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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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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 weekend break with Jo M is based in the ancient village of Hartington in Derbyshire and will allow us to explore walks in the beautiful Upper Dove Valley. Our paths beside the river will take us into spectacular limestone scenery, perhaps climbing to the unspoilt village of Alstonfield on one day, or heading north to the quiet upper reaches of the Manifold River on the other. Our accommodation will be in ensuite singles, ensuite twins, and one triple bedroom with shared facilities at the exceptionally comfortable 4* Hartington Hall youth hostel. Hartington Hall is a magnificent 17th century manor house with log fires, oak paneling, excellent food (+ table licence), and a bedroom where Bonnie Prince Charlie once slept. Hartington village is easily reached by bus from both Buxton and Matlock stations. You can arrive at any time of day, and there can be an extra walk on Friday if you arrive by 1pm. Dinner is served from 6-10pm, but we will aim to eat together at 7pm. (Single supplement £4 a night).

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We'll be spoilt for choice this weekend as there are so many wonderful intermediate walks to do from Grasmere. For ridges we could choose between wild Blea Rigg with its great views of the Langdale Pikes, or the Helm Crag ridge which starts with a stunning view over the whole Grasmere valley. For tarns to swim in if it's hot, there could be secluded Codale Tarn with a descent over Grasmere Common, or even Alcock tarn - climbing afterwards on turf to the ridge for some of the best views of Grasmere and Rydal Water. Or, if we feel adventurous, we could always stretch ourselves for the Langdale Pikes. This weekend is based at comfortable Glenthorne Guest House - always a favourite! Glenthorne is 4 minutes walk from the bus stop in Grasmere village, making it easy to come by train to Windermere.

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On this weekend there will be two guides to offers both an intermediate and a high level walk each day - great if you like to have a choice, or if you're not yet sure which grade will suit you best. There'll be lovely walks on intermediate fells - like the Helm Crag ridge or wild Blea Rigg with its wonderful views of both Grasmere and Elterwater. Or for striking High Level walks we can head for Helvellyn just across the valley - reached past Grisedale Tarn and Dollywaggon Pike, or climb Fairfield whose two ridges form a horseshoe with many breathtaking views along the way. For this holiday we'll be staying at comfortable Glenthorne Guest House in Grasmere which is always popular with WW groups for its friendliness, lovely garden, comfortable bedrooms (including standard singles without a supplement), and excellent food!

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The Cotswolds is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with sleepy villages built of mellow Cotswold stone, and rolling hills full of delightful low level walks. This weekend with Diana is based at the comfortable and friendly Cleeve Hill Hotel which lies only 100 yards from the Cotswold Way at Cleeve Hill and shares the same superb vantage point. On Saturday we can follow the meandering Way to make a wide circuit around Cleeve Hill with views in all directions. On Sunday we could start from the unspoilt village of Winchcoombe, stopping at Sudeley Castle whose beautiful gardens will be well worth a visit. If you arrive by 1pm on the Friday, there can also be an extra walk, perhaps taking in Stanway village if this appeals. The Cleeve Hill Hotel is 15 minutes by taxi from Cheltenham station. The whole hotel is beautifully decorated with lovely ensuite rooms - mainly doubles that we can take as singles, and two attractive and spacious twin rooms with very good views. Delicious breakfasts are served in the light and airy conservatory, and in the evening we can sample good eating places nearby. (Evening meals not included - from £15)

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