discover THE GREAT OUTDOORS

2019 UK WALKING HOLIDAYS AVAILABLE THROUGH OUTDOOR TRAVEL IN PARTNERSHIP WITH HF HOLIDAYS breathe in the SCENERY

Welcome to our 2019 brochure! If you love the great outdoors, you know about the escape, freedom, relaxation and sense of achievement that a good walk can bring. You know about the exhilaration of breathing in wonderful, fresh air. And you know there’s no better way to experience the world than on foot – whether that means walking a dramatic British fell, hiking an imposing Italian alp, or strolling through the colourful streets of Havana. But if you’ve never explored on a walking holiday, you may be surprised at just how many ways you can discover your surroundings! Our most popular Guided Walking holidays, with a daily choice of walks, allow you to truly explore an area. Fancy some sightseeing? Up for a challenge? In the mood to combine walking with a hobby? Don’t worry – we’ve got breaks for that too! And if you simply can’t decide, why not try our Taster Weekends or Self-Guided Walking breaks? Whether this will be your first visit or the latest of many, I hope you find something in here that makes you want to lace up your boots and get out there. We’ve more than 100 years of experience exploring the world – and we want to share it with you.

STEVE BACKHOUSE Head of Holidays CONTENTS

DISCOVER HF HOLIDAYS

4 | A STROLL THROUGH TIME The story of HF Holidays 5 | REASONS TO CHOOSE HF HOLIDAYS What makes us special 6 | WALKING YOUR WAY Choose the holiday to suit you 8 | COUNTRY ESCAPES Our UK country houses 10 | ROOM TO RELAX UK accommodation 12 | OUR LEADERS, YOUR GUIDES Meet our leaders

DISCOVER WAYS TO WALK

14 | HIGHLIGHTS OF THE SHROPSHIRE HILLS Guided Walking 16 | ESCAPE THE EVERYDAY Outdoor Escapes 18 | SEASONAL DELIGHTS Spring & Winter Walking 19 | HERITAGE & HISTORY Walking with Sightseeing 20 | BRITAIN UP CLOSE Natural World & Photography

HOLIDAY DATES & PRICES

22 | HOLIDAYS IN BRITAIN

Call 1800 331 582 or visit outdoortravel.com.au | 3 Derwent Water, Northern Lake District THE STORY OF HF HOLIDAYS

Just over 100 years ago our founder, Thomas Arthur Leonard, created an organisation with a simple mission – to get people into the great outdoors. We’ve been doing this ever since. From simple beginnings, we’ve expanded our range of destinations and today over 60,000 guests trust us with their holiday every year. We’re proud to remain a co-operative society, which means we are owned by our 37,000 members with no corporate shareholders.

For the past century we’ve made it our mission to provide shared holiday experiences that inspire friendship, fun and an active enjoyment of the great outdoors. We believe that among the things which matter most in today’s busy world are an appreciation of nature, a love of the open air, and the joy of fellowship with one a stroll another. We’ve built a reputation as the UK’s leading provider of guided walking holidays, THROUGH TIME with a focus on great locations, experienced leaders and exciting itineraries.

In 2019 we’ll be celebrating: HF Holidays has a proud history spanning over 100 years. During a century of changes, the ethos at the heart of 90 YEARS our holidays has remained the same as it was in 1913 – OF HOLIDAYS AT GLEN COE exceptional walking experiences in beautiful locations. Situated on the shores of Loch Leven, and surrounded by some of Britain’s highest mountains, our country house at Glen Coe has long been a premier destination for mountain walking. Plus the excellent indoor swimming pool with loch view makes a stay at Alltshellach even more enjoyable.

60 YEARS OF LEISURE ACTIVITY HOLIDAYS

In 1959 our ‘Holidays that are Different’ brochure featured pony trekking, golf, sketching and ‘old-time’ dancing in our range of holidays. 60 years on, our Leisure Activities brochure contains almost 200 different holidays, while our ever-popular Discovery Tours remain a great way of exploring the countryside by mini-coach.

30 YEARS OF WORLDWIDE JOURNEYS

Our first Worldwide brochure boasted a handful of long-haul trips but these holidays are now our biggest and most exciting, covering 29 amazing destinations including Japan, Costa Rica and Madagascar. We’ve refreshed some of our best-selling tours, including exceptional new itineraries in New Zealand and the USA.

4 | Call 1800 331 582 or visit outdoortravel.com.au Derwent Water, Northern Lake District WHAT MAKES US SPECIAL Reasons to choose HF HOLIDAYS

Unmatched knowledge of the world’s finest destinations, over 100 years of holiday experience, a focus on flexibility and choice, and unrivalled value for money make us the ideal choice for your next walking holiday.

1. Expertly crafted adventures 2. Highly skilled leaders 3. Tried and tested itineraries

When you choose to see the world with HF Our team of trained leaders all share a love of Our team works hard to create holidays Holidays, you know you’re in great hands. We’ve travel and have a passion for exploring the that our guests will love. Before we add a been crafting outstanding walking holidays great outdoors on foot. They are selected for new trip to our list of destinations, we walk since 1913, and we know the right ingredients their skills and knowledge – from a history buff through every detail of each itinerary to that go into making a memorable trip. With an who is able to provide incredible insight into a ensure we will give our guests new insight unmatched knowledge of the UK, Europe and city through to an adventurous guide who’s into old classics and introduce them to places beyond, coupled with a dedication to taking you perfectly placed to help you navigate the most that are a bit more off the beaten track. where the guide books don’t, we’re the perfect challenging terrain – our leaders will help make New routes are only added once we know choice for your next walking holiday. sure you enjoy a holiday to remember. they are perfect.

4. The perfect place to stay 5. Award-winning and trusted 6. Flexibility and choice

In the UK, relax in one of HF Holidays’ 18 country We’re multi award-winning, a Which? If you are not sure how far you want to walk, houses, which have all been quality assessed. Recommended Provider and consistently or you want to mix it up, all our centre-based All our holidays are full board and feature a receive amazing feedback from our guests on Guided Walking holidays provide up to three complete holiday programme with transport the trusted, independent holiday review site different levels of walk each day, while our to and from walks included. If you stay further Feefo. You can also relax in the knowledge that multi-centre holidays offer you the chance afield, you’ll enjoy one of our partner hotels, we’re affiliated with numerous industry bodies to stay in several locations. Each of these hand-picked to provide the perfect base in which guarantee you’re in safe hands when breaks is available with or without flights and the ideal location. you book with us. 99% of our guests say they transfers, so you can tailor your travel plans would come back again! to best fit your needs.

7. Exceptional value 8. Relax in good company 9. Socially conscious

Our superb value holidays include so much Sociability is at the heart of our holidays. We’ve always been committed to acting as a in the price. Our price promise guarantees Share stories about your day’s adventures responsible tour operator and community is at our earliest published prices will be the over a glass of wine in the bar before enjoying the heart of everything we do. HF Holidays best available. a delicious dinner with your fellow guests. supports a range of projects, helping to protect At our UK country houses, join a trip to the our environment and improving access to the theatre, enjoy an illustrated talk from a local countryside for future generations. We also expert or just relax and chat in the lounge work hard to ensure that, while on holiday with or bar. us, you are in safe and enjoyable surroundings.

Call 1800 331 582 or visit outdoortravel.com.au | 5 CHOOSE THE HOLIDAY TO SUIT YOU WALKING your way

Guided Walking in the UK

Our most popular holiday type, with a choice of up to three walks every day, gives you the opportunity to discover stunning walking locations. From the rolling Cotswold Hills to the purple-clad high moors of North Yorkshire and the airy, granite cliffs of the Cornish coast with its pounding surf below, there is something to suit everyone.

Every location is different, and our easy to use grading system makes sense of the tremendous variety of terrain in the UK and advises on difficulty level.

Just enjoy a full day’s walking with fellow guests and leave all the planning and navigation to us; it’s what we do best. Nobody knows the UK’s best places to walk like HF Holidays. Our knowledgeable leaders make sure you’re never short of the inside story on local features, viewpoints and places of interest.

3, 4, or 7nts from $665 per person – see page 22 onwards

VARIATIONS ON WALKING FOR SOLOS GUIDED WALKING These holidays follow the same brilliant Look out for the icons below on each formula as our Guided Walking, with a choice holiday page to see which country houses of three walks each day. We’re the ideal offer these breaks (see page 22 onwards). choice for solo travellers – you’ll meet like-minded people and there are no extra OUTDOOR ESCAPES charges for our ‘GOOD’ single, twin or double rooms on these breaks. Push yourself to the max or just chill out and relax. These breaks are designed to FESTIVE WALKING make the most of your weekend or time away. We have everything from iconic We pull out all the stops on our festive adventure walks and off the beaten track holidays, with fabulous food, lots of seasonal routes, to shorter walks and visits to each entertainment and great walks and activities. area’s must-see sights. With three ways of exploring each day and plenty of downtime, SPRING & WINTER WALKING this is the perfect escape from the office. Every year, as the clocks go back, a new and  GENTLE WALKING exciting season begins. The walks on these holidays are designed to show you the best This easier variation of Guided Walking, of the countryside’s sensory delights. That still with a daily choice of three walks, includes sometimes includes a cosy pub for lunch or a really gentle walk of 3-4 miles with some to end in, or a hot flask of delicious soup at a sightseeing. far-reaching viewpoint.

Self-Guided Walking

If you prefer to explore independently at your own pace, try one of our Self-Guided Walking holidays. Go where you want, when you want. Take a relaxing stroll or try something more challenging. All our country houses have a Discovery Point with maps, guidebooks and local walks directions to help you tailor your stay. For 2019, there’s also the chance to add on guided walks should you wish to*.

3, 4, or 7nts from $559 per person – see page 22 onwards

*Subject to availability 6 | Call 1800 331 582 or visit outdoortravel.com.au WALKING YOUR WAY OTHER WAYS TO EXPLORE THE UK

Walking with Sightseeing Adventure Walks

Explore the culture and heritage of These are the pinnacle of our the UK’s towns and villages. Your adventurous breaks. Tackle Britain’s knowledgeable leader will guide you highest mountains, most energising through a perfect mix of walks and scrambles and airy ridges, or test sightseeing visits, bringing local yourself on one of our long-distance landmarks and legends to life. endurance challenges.

3, 4, or 7nts from $716 per person 2, 3, 4, or 7nts from $488 per person

Guided Trails Walks with a Theme Natural World

Complete UK trails along historic These wonderful themed breaks are Step back in time to walk with routes and past renowned designed to give you a truly unique dinosaurs, reconnect with nature landmarks. Take on long-distance holiday. Offering itineraries focused while birdwatching or discover the paths or island-hop across Britain’s on the expertise of our leaders along secrets of forest fungi. There’s a finest scenery – the perfect blend of with the hidden gems, histories & fascinating world of wildlife and challenge and inspiration. culture of the British countryside. geology waiting for you.

6 - 15nts from $1,606 per person 3, 4, or 7nts from $735 per person 3, 4, or 7nts from $743 per person

Photography

Combine your love of walking with your passion for photography and capture the best UK views on these inspirational holidays.

3-7nts from $782 per person

Navigation Skills Family Walking Adventures Discovery Tours

Our experienced leaders will show Spend time as a family in the great Explore by private mini-coach the you how to read your map, use your outdoors! Your children can make most interesting places that the compass and plan the perfect friends and enjoy crafts, sports British Isles and Europe have to countryside walk, giving you the skills and challenges, as well as games offer. Make new discoveries as you and confidence to go and enjoy organised by our leaders, on these immerse yourself in history and everything the UK has to offer. family-friendly breaks. culture with a knowledgeable guide.

3, 4, or 7nts from $665 per person 3, 4, 6, or 7nts from $724 per person 3, 4, or 7nts from $684 per person

Call 1800 331 582 or visit outdoortravel.com.au | 7 Abingworth Hall, South Downs OUR UK COUNTRY HOUSES country ESCAPES

Nestled within picturesque

locations throughout the UK, Mountains

each of our houses offers the Coast unique opportunity to make Hills & yourself at home and experience Moorland Meadows life in the countryside. & Hills Glen Coe

Our UK country houses tailored to walkers Alnmouth

Each of our 18 country houses has its own Derwentwater individual character – from elegant Georgian Conistonwater Whitby mansions to charming seaside houses – and Sedbergh are mostly set within National Parks or Areas Malhamdale of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Dovedale All of our country houses are perfect for walkers. Snowdon At the end of each day you can take advantage of Dolgellau Church Stretton our boot room and drying facilities before enjoying facilities like swimming pools, relaxing gardens, free Brecon Bourton-on-the-Water WiFi and more. Ongoing refurbishments, meanwhile, Freshwater Bay, Isle of Wight mean our country houses just keep getting better! Selworthy We pride ourselves on our outstanding Abingworth accommodation, and that’s reflected in the Lulworth Cove Freshwater Bay numerous awards we’ve won from independent St Ives quality assessors who rate the welcome, hospitality, food and cleanliness. And our dedication to sustainability means the majority of our houses have already been given a Green Tourism award – something we’re very proud of as we love the British countryside just the way it is!

Magnificent mountain Stunning Atlantic Heather-clad moorland peaks at Glen Coe coastline at St Ives at Church Stretton

Different walking across different landscapes

From the easiest of ambles to intense Each of our country house locations will stir mountain challenges, we have a walk to suit your senses and leave you feeling invigorated everyone. Take in the dramatic Dorset as you explore the great outdoors, surrounded coastline. Traverse the winding mountain trails by nature and local culture. Escape the of the Scottish Highlands. Explore the day-to-day, lace up your boots and get picture-postcard valleys of the Lake District outside with HF Holidays. and look out over the patchwork colours of the Shropshire moorlands.

8 | Call 1800 331 582 or visit outdoortravel.com.au COUNTRY ESCAPES

THE LONG & SHORT OF IT...

Whether you only have a weekend to spare, or are planning the trip of a lifetime, we’ve got a choice of holidays to suit everyone’s diary.

Weekend adventure A walking week

There’s nothing better than a Enjoy the perfect mix of walking, weekend away to look forward to. sightseeing and relaxation with a week Our weekend-long breaks are perfect away. These holidays provide an ideal for those looking to unwind at the end opportunity to immerse yourself in all of a busy week, whether you want a the heritage and culture that the UK challenge or just the chance to relax has to offer, while exploring its and get back to nature. enchanting and varied landscapes. We recommend: We recommend: Outdoor Escapes Guided Walking Spring & Winter Walking Guided Trails Adventure Walks Walking with Sightseeing Photography Natural World Self-Guided Walking Walking for Solos Family Walking Adventures

Weekday wind-downs

Avoid the weekend crowds and take the time to enjoy a variety of sightseeing and nature walks with a mid-week holiday. You can enjoy a mixture of gentle and more challenging walks, soak up your surroundings and still have time to relax each day. We recommend: Gentle Walking Discovery Tours City Breaks Walks with a Theme Festive Walking

For full dates & prices see page 22 onwards

Call 1800 331 582 or visit outdoortravel.com.au | 9 UK ACCOMMODATION ROOM to relax

BETTER Room at Derwent Bank, Derwentwater

CHOOSE YOUR We’re extremely proud of the 18 country houses that we own and manage across the UK. Now you can make your stay extra special PERFECT STAY by choosing from our three room types.

BETTER Room at GOOD Room at Freshwater Bay House, BEST Room at Harrington House, Craflwyn Hall, Snowdon Freshwater Bay Bourton-on-the-Water

‘GOOD’ ROOM ‘BETTER’ ROOM ‘BEST’ ROOM

These rooms are all en-suite and furnished These rooms are slightly larger and/or have These rooms truly are the best in the house. to a good standard. a better view. They’ve been recently refurbished to an exceptional standard, are large in size and Check in from 2.30pm 23 inch TV Early check in from 1pm 32 inch TV offer stunning views of the surrounding area. Tea & coffee-making facilities Toiletries Tea & coffee-making facilities Fluffy Hairdryer Free WiFi bathrobe & slippers Luxurious mattress Early check in from 1pm 32 inch TV Single, twin and double rooms available. Enhanced toiletries Hairdryer Free WiFi Tea & coffee-making facilities Fluffy Smalls drying rack bathrobe & slippers Luxurious mattress Enhanced toiletries Hairdryer Free WiFi Upgrade to a single, twin or double BETTER Smalls drying rack room for only $29 per person per night. Make your stay extra special and upgrade to a twin or double BEST room for only $39 per person per night.

10 | Call 1800 331 582 or visit outdoortravel.com.au ROOM TO RELAX

OUTSTANDING CUISINE

Stay at our country houses and be treated to excellent food that fuels your body and tantalises your taste buds from the moment you get up.

Our guests love good food – both fresh fish straight off the boat – we to start the day and to round off a even know the captains’ names! wonderful walk. That’s why we strive to deliver the best! Our commitment to great food goes beyond the best ingredients Quality, flavour and provenance are – it’s also about the thought that at the heart of all our meals, with goes into creating each meal. Take our chefs working closely with local our picnic lunches, for example. suppliers to source the finest, We need to make sure our guests freshest seasonal produce. have the right food to keep them going throughout their day’s They say breakfast is the most explorations, no matter how far that OUR REFURBISHMENT PROGRAMME important meal of the day, and may be. Healthy snacks bursting you certainly won’t want to skip it with slow-release carbs to give our when you stay with us. British Thanks to the generous support of our members guests a steady stream of energy and their shareholding in HF Holidays, we have Lion-stamped eggs, sausages throughout the whole day. refurbished over half of our UK bedrooms in the specially created for us by nearby last four years. butchers and locally produced jam Then there’s our gluten free menus, and marmalade make breakfast ensuring that every guest can enjoy This programme has been completed at: time something special. a wonderful mealtime experience, West Lulworth House, Monk Coniston, regardless of their dietary needs. Lulworth Cove Conistonwater This focus on quality continues to Food and Beverage Manager Simon Holnicote House, Derwent Bank, the evening meals – from delicious Cox says: “It is extremely important Derwentwater Selworthy Welsh lamb through to sumptuous that we are able to provide an Thorns Hall, Sedbergh Nythfa House, Brecon seafood, we ensure we make the environment that gives all our Larpool Hall, Whitby Harrington House, most of our country houses’ great guests confidence in the food they Freshwater Bay House, Bourton-on-the-Water locations! Meat travels a short are eating, respecting their dietary Isle of Wight distance and is ethically farmed, wishes and needs.” When we undergo a major refurbishment of a house we while our coastal locations offer also take steps to reduce our energy consumption. This includes the replacement of inefficient boilers, the fitting of thermostatic valves, the installation of lower water ** usage appliances, and the use of carpets and other All holidays at our UK country houses are full board items made from recycled and recyclable materials. with all this included in your holiday price: Over the course of 2019, we will be completing a full refurbishment of all the bedrooms and public rooms at Delicious cooked breakfast 3-course evening meal Newfield Hall, Malhamdale. Extensive picnic lunch Afternoon tea on arrival day

**From afternoon tea on arrival to breakfast on the day of departure. Afternoon tea is only available on programmed holiday arrival days.

For full dates & prices see page 22 onwards

Call 1800 331 582 or visit outdoortravel.com.au | 11 MEET OUR LEADERS our leaders YOUR GUIDES

Each of our holidays is different, but they do have one thing in common; our fantastic guides. With a wealth of knowledge and unwavering enthusiasm, our leaders are what make our holidays so special.

MEET STUART

Stuart has travelled the world in pursuit of mountain adventures and has led expeditions for the services and with young people. Our team of over 700 walking holiday He loves enabling guests to venture MEET TESS leaders are dedicated to what they to places they might not go to on do. Their experience, enthusiasm their own and provides lively Midwife, Events and common love of the great companionship on the way. Coordinator and mum, Tess recently outdoors is the perfect combination Top Tip: Maximise your walks by to make our holidays the best on hiked and camped using the expansive cable car network for five weeks offer. Whether they’re walking in Selva - a great way to get around through the wilds amidst the green hills of England, the area. of Scotland. Tess the Alpine meadows of Austria, or helps plan walks in the Lake District the raw beauty of the Alaskan and her wealth of local knowledge wilderness, our walking guides have and love of the Cumbrian Fells to a passion for the great outdoors. help our guests find adventure in this beautiful area. All our leaders in the UK have passed our Favourite Walk: Causey Pike in the rigorous assessment, so you can be Lake District. With a short, steep confident that you’re in safe hands. ascent, a little scramble, a fine ridge And our holidays are so much more than just and superb views this hill has it all! walking. At the end of a day out exploring, our Top Tip: Take a dip, hire a kayak or leaders are with you throughout mealtimes and enjoy the Keswick Launch to see the into the evening to ensure you have a sociable hills from a different angle. and enjoyable holiday from start to finish.

12 | Call 1800 331 582 or visit outdoortravel.com.au OUR LEADERS, YOUR GUIDES

MEET CHRIS MEET CHERYL

Always smiling, Cheryl has called the Chris has been ‘Great Land’ home leading with HF for the past two Holidays for 13 decades. She loves years and often the beauty and scale leads alongside her of the magnificent husband Mervyn. MEET NICK Alaskan outdoors She says leading is a privilege as it and enjoys hiking and exploring this takes her to many of the best walking stunning wilderness. Passionate, As a former areas in Europe and enables her to friendly and people-loving, Cheryl is Countryside meet and enjoy the company of so not only a fantastic holiday leader but Manager, Nick loves many lovely guests. also a wonderful travel companion. to share his deep knowledge of natural history with guests. However, his interests extend way beyond this and he loves to spot the unusual on walks and enthrall his group with something unexpected. Favourite Walk: Anywhere along the chalk South Downs ridge where views of patchwork fields and woods across the Weald contrast against the sparkling sea beyond. An unfailing mix! Top Tip: Walk along the Seven Sisters and be mesmerised by the sea as it meets the white chalk cliffs.

Call 1800 331 582 or visit outdoortravel.com.au | 13 Longmynd House, Church Stretton GUIDED WALKING

HIGHLIGHTS of the shropshire hills

Paul Steele, AKA It’s the perfect stepping stone to the hills The Bald Hiker, has and beyond.” long been a fan of our guided walking With choices of walks each day, ranging holidays. We’re from five to 12 miles, there are options for delighted that he all abilities. Paul, as you might expect, opted was able to attend for the longer walks but he notes that the From hikes across Yorkshire one of our favourite area is “perfectly accessible, yet the views are massive and intense.” to gorilla tracking in Uganda, trips; a week long adventure in the Shropshire Hills, based out Paul Steele has walked the of Longmynd House, which overlooks the “Everything runs like clockwork on an HF charming town of Church Stretton. walking holiday and the leaders I’ve met are earth, sharing his adventures all super. They take care of the walks, your with an ever-growing band “I was looking forward to heading out on the safety, your enjoyment as well as the of dedicated followers via his Shropshire Hills, a new area for me which evening’s entertainment.” For Paul, this is was wonderful. I looked out at the views all particularly refreshing as it means he popular blog and social media around and realised what I’d been missing! doesn’t have to worry about the route or pages. To them, he is known Longmynd House really is iconically brushing up on his local knowledge. “I can positioned above Church Stretton, nestled concentrate on taking photos, taking in the as The Bald Hiker. among the trees under the classic hills scenes and learning about the others in behind Long Mynd. the group.”

14 | Call 1800 331 582 or visit outdoortravel.com.au HIGHLIGHTS OF THE SHROPSHIRE HILLS

BALDHIKER’S TOP PICKS

1 COAST

ISLE OF WIGHT FRESHWATER BAY The country house at Freshwater Bay has stunning panoramic views across the bay and is a great base from which to explore England’s largest island.

3nts from $665 per person – see page 36

2 MOORLANDS

PEAK DISTRICT DOVEDALE Whether you want to relax or you’re Images courtesy of Paul Steele looking for adventure, the Peak District has something for everyone, all the while providing magnificent views across moorland, villages and dales.

3nts from $665 per person – see page 31

3 MOUNTAINS

SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS GLEN COE The landscape of the Scottish Highlands is one of the most beautiful in the UK. Gorgeous peaks, easy accessibility and serene tranquility make every step worthwhile.

3nts from $665 per person – see page 41

Paul’s holiday began in the village of Clun, was needed after a day on the hills. All which he said is “known as one of the most HF Holidays’ country houses are located in tranquil places in England.” From there his the UK’s best walking locations allowing you TASTER WEEKEND week-long adventure took him to an Iron to truly explore the area on foot.” Age Hill Fort called Bury Ditches; past the Do you love being outdoors 3,000 year-old Mitchell’s Fold Stone Circle; “I shall look forward to wandering more miles but are nervous about trying on through rolling fields and dramatic with HF Holidays.” Paul said - and we look a walking holiday? Our Taster valleys; over Welsh hills and through forward to welcoming him back too! Weekends give you the chance enchanting woodland. “I had always heard to try our holidays with a great bunch of about the Shropshire Hills being known as BaldHiker Paul Steele stayed in Church Stretton fellow newbies! These breaks are tailored ‘Little Switzerland’ and, having now walked during June on a 7nt Guided Walking holiday. to give you a taste of the different types many miles of them, I can certainly see why. Prices from $1,422 per person – see page 30 of holidays we offer.

“There’s much more to an HF Holiday than Try a 2 or 3-night Taster Weekend: walking the miles and seeing the sights.” Follow Paul Steele Good food, good company and a place to Conistonwater – Fri 15 March (2nts) relax are just as important to Paul. “Another Lulworth Cove – Fri 26 April (3nts) treat comes after the walks, getting cleaned Snowdon – Fri 21 June (3nts) up and having a wonderful and social three course meal each evening! The food was 2 & 3nts from $449 per person beautifully presented and exactly what

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Exhilarating weekends and active breaks – as escape challenging or relaxing as THE you choose to make them. EVERYDAY

Our UK Walking Product The one constant is that I always come back exhausted! Exhausted in a good way. Manager, John, talks about Happy and with a bagful of photos, as well making the most of his as memories and ownership of the ‘what did Outdoor Escapes you get up to at the weekend?’ bragging weekends on our Outdoor rights when I’m back in the office. Work hard, play hard. At the end of a long week, Escapes breaks. we want to make the most of our time off but, “Every Escape offers equally, we want to be able to relax. Whether “If you’re anything something new and allows you’re looking for a weekend away or a longer like me, at the end you to really get under the holiday, our Outdoor Escapes have been of the working week specially designed to provide the perfect it’s tempting to skin of a place.” balance and give you an experience that’s as crash out with a full-on or relaxing as you want. You’ll experience beer and see That’s why HF Holidays Outdoor Escapes unforgettable walks and gain unique local are perfect for me - they’re my getaway of insights with a group of like-minded people. what’s on TV. choice. There’s usually someone local on One of our fastest expanding holiday types, we Don’t get me wrong, it’s great to relax but hand to pass on their knowledge, which you offer Outdoor Escapes at 12 of our stunning my weekends are way more enjoyable if I’ve wouldn’t know otherwise. The social aspect UK country house locations. spent them in the Great Outdoors. Plus, is also really laid back. I love a good pub and when you work hard it’s brilliant to have the there’s always a few of those to enjoy on an Take a trip to the Scottish Highlands and join us odd weekend trip lined up to look forward to. HF Holiday. in Glen Coe for challenge and airy excitement. Climb Ben Starav at the end of remote Glen Etive, When I go away, I love to pack in as much There’s a choice of up to three walks per day and explore Loch Shiel, only accessible by boat. walking and sightseeing as I can but I don’t and it’s more flexible than other HF guided plan ahead in too much detail – I’d much Alternatively, head to the beautiful Isle of Wight walking breaks. I like to mix it up and see rather wait and see what the weather’s and stay at our delightful house overlooking what else is nearby, so my partner and I Freshwater Bay. Where, well as great walking, doing, what’s available and how I feel on might do our own thing one day after a bit you can enjoy a vineyard visit and tasting or a the day. of a lie-in and grab one of the route cards private viewing at historic Dimbola Lodge. from the Discovery Point so we can go off on our own. 2nts from $527 per person – see page 22 onwards

16 | Call 1800 331 582 or visit outdoortravel.com.au ESCAPE THE EVERYDAY

People often ask if these Outdoor Escapes are a bit of a busman’s holiday for me – ‘No way!’ Every Escape offers something new and allows you to really get under the skin of a place. All in one weekend! Self-Guided Walking I’m heading up to North Yorkshire next and I’m really looking forward to it! There are loads of walks to choose from but I’ll We’re all different in the way we like to walk and explore. If you’d prefer to discover the UK’s diverse array of probably start with an easy one, which scenery, heritage and wildlife at your own pace, why not takes in Robin Hood’s Bay – I remember try a Self-Guided Walking holiday? going there as a kid on a school trip. Then I might do one of the proper leg-stretchers Each of our country houses has a Discovery Point with information on a huge selection of walks. These have - maybe the 18-miler along the Cleveland been prepared by our experienced leaders so you can Way. There’s another walk that calls in at still benefit from their knowledge while you explore. All the lifeboat station in the postcard- you need to do is decide how far you want to walk; pick a perfect Staithes, which sounds brilliant. route card from the wall; lace up your boots and head off! We also offer Self-Guided Walking holidays in Europe Whatever I end up doing, I know it’ll be a at five of our most popular locations. great weekend, full of new experiences. Much better than just crashing out in front of the TV.

Our Outdoor Escapes holidays run at 12 of our country houses. Look out for the icon on each holiday page to see when and where these breaks are running. For full dates & prices see page 22 onwards

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SEASONAL delights

Gillian, our UK Walking Operations Manager, tells us why she loves exploring the British countryside when the days have drawn in and change is in the air.

SPRING With the cows back in the byre and the ground & WINTER hard under foot, the patchwork fields and WALKING ancient paths are ours to enjoy. But it’s the light which transforms everything – all the way through to early spring, the low sun picks out When summer time features and colours in the landscape that ends and the clocks aren’t normally seen. go back, something exciting happens in the British countryside. While the tourists EXPERTLY CRAFTED WALKS head home, many seasoned walkers know that some of the very best days of the outdoor As the countryside changes, so does calendar year are just around the corner. HF Holidays’ choice of three daily walks. If The luscious woodland in the Lake District, you’re feeling full of energy and want to make turns to a riot of red, orange and yellow to the most of the daylight, why not try a full day match the best pyrotechnics of bonfire night. hike? There’ll be a delicious flask of hot soup, Red squirrels emerge from the canopy on sunny as well as a calorific lunch in your rucksack days to forage while murmurations of starlings to keep you going and there will always be provide one of nature’s true spectacles as they a café or pub where you can enjoy a swirl in their thousands at dusk. well-earned drink. Over river estuaries and the vast empty Mix it up with an easier route another day, beaches of Northumberland, pink-footed where we might linger for a simple lunch in one draw in or out, the walks and itineraries are geese flap and honk as they arrive from of the pubs or cafés we’ve arranged en route. adapted until we find ourselves walking Scandinavia and, up on the moors, mountain The Stiperstones Inn in Shropshire is one of through the carpets of snowdrops that herald hares prepare for the winter by camouflaging our favourites - everything you imagine a the arrival of spring. their coats white. Meanwhile, down over country pub should be. Real fires, oak beams, stepping stones and into the valley of stone floors, good food and a warm welcome. Dovedale in the Peak District, the calm waters Not to mention their own whinberry gin! You can have your own Spring & Winter Walking adventure at any one of our 18 country of rivers and gorges reflect the changing The middle option too is crafted to give you houses across the UK. 3, 4 & 7nts from $665 landscape while the tinkling call of a flock of the best seasonal experience. As the days waxwings trips through the air. per person.

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Take the time to immerse yourself in Britain’s culture, history and landscape on one of our Walking with Sightseeing breaks. These holidays showcase the real highlights of each area with walks of up to six miles. Take in fascinating heritage places of interest, from historical landmarks to & HISTORY areas of outstanding natural beauty.

Cotswolds, Bourton-on-the-Water

From the village of Broadway, often referred to as the ‘Jewel of the Cotswolds’, to the breathtaking Sudeley Castle, burial place of Queen Catherine Parr - the last of Henry VIII’s six wives - the Cotswolds offers a unique backdrop for a few days of sightseeing and exploration. Must experience: The striking Broadway Tower. Sitting proudly on one of the area’s largest hills, this folly dates back to the 1700s and gives unrivalled panoramic views of the area.

3nts from $735 per person – see page 32

Cornwall, St Ives South Downs, Abingworth Travel to the most southerly tip of the British Isles, walk along Go back in time with a walk dramatic coastline and discover through the ages. Explore the the unique history of this spectacular Arundel Castle, stunning corner of the world. which has stood for nearly 1,000 From shipwrecks to the mythical years; discover the 17th-century Merry Maidens stone circle, this is a varied and fascinating place to Grade I listed Petworth House and uncover ancient Roman artefacts as explore. you immerse yourself in the rich history of the South Downs. Must experience: The iconic 300ft granite island of St Michael’s Mount, Must experience: The renowned Fishbourne Roman Palace, home with its castle and 14th century church. to the best collection of Roman mosaics in the country.

3nts from $716 per person – see page 34 3nts from $735 per person – see page 37

Brecon Beacons, Northumberland, Brecon Alnmouth

Experience a dramatic Follow in the footsteps of the combination of landscape and ancient Romans at Hadrian’s history. Walk through pastures, Wall. Walk across the water on clamber over hills, step behind the Pilgrim’s Way to the Holy picturesque waterfalls and Island of Lindisfarne. Step into descend into one of the biggest cave systems in Europe on a journey of medieval times with visits to both Bamburgh and Alnwick Castles. This is discovery that takes in historical towns, ancient castles and the old a northern adventure like no other, set against a backdrop rich with mountain railway. wildlife and rugged landscapes. Must experience: A train ride on the Brecon Mountain Railway steam Must experience: The seabirds and seals in their coastal habitat train along the Pentwyn Reservoir. between Embleton and Bamburgh.

3nts from $735 per person – see page 38 3nts from $716 per person – see page 28

For full dates & prices see page 22 onwards

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Join our expert leaders to maximise your break; from discovering nature’s hidden wilds in Snowdonia to photographing the BRITAIN rugged coastline of the Scottish Highlands up close - put nature at the heart of your holiday.

NATURAL WORLD

WILDLIFE & WILDFLOWERS GEOLOGY OF THE SECRET WORLD OF SNOWDONIA YORKSHIRE DALES OF FUNGI

NORTHERN SNOWDONIA, SOUTHERN YORKSHIRE DALES, SHROPSHIRE HILLS, SNOWDON MALHAMDALE CHURCH STRETTON Take a walk on the wild side this spring. Time to rock and roll. Take in 300 million Step back in time and explore the From nesting seabirds to distinctive years of history in just three days as you enchanting woodland that adorns the flora and feral Kashmiri goats, the explore the ancient landscape of the Shropshire Hills. Take in the stunning rugged landscape of northern iconic Yorkshire Dales. Stunning green vistas of this serene landscape Snowdonia has plenty to discover and, waterfalls, spectacular rock formations before heading under the ancient with an expert guide to show you the and prehistoric bedrock provide the canopy to discover fungi in its many best sites, you won’t miss a thing. backdrop to this unforgettable escape. forms, from the beautiful to the bizarre.

4nts from $1,155 per person – see page 40 4nts from $1,155 per person – see page 27 3nts from $794 per person – see page 30

PHOTOGRAPHY

CAPTURING WATER FOCUS ON LIGHT DISCOVER ON CAMERA PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND NORTHERN LAKE DISTRICT, SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS, DERWENTWATER SOUTHERN SNOWDONIA, GLEN COE Whether you’re capturing the sunrise DOLGELLAU From the picturesque waterfalls to over a mountain peak, or taking in the Escape the real world and find its dramatic coastline, and all the lochs sunset from a picture-postcard valley, inspiration in the stunning vistas and rivers in between, the Highlands of the splendour of the Lake District and dramatic valleys of Snowdonia. Scotland are the perfect place to cannot fail to inspire. As the sun Whatever your skill-level, this capture water on camera. You don’t moves through the sky, our professional photography weekend is the perfect need to be an expert to get the best photography leader will help you way to learn to get the best out of your out of this stunning landscape. navigate this ever-changing landscape. camera and see the world differently.

5nts from $1,304 per person – see page 41 4nts from $1,108 per person – see page 24 3nts from $782 per person – see page 39

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DISCOVER MORE

Whatever your interests or passions you can indulge them with our Leisure Activity holidays.

Leisure Activity Tours SPRING WILDLIFE OF THE LAKE DISTRICT Discover Britain with a guided tour by mini-coach and an HF Holidays leader – it’s the ideal way to explore the UK. SOUTHERN LAKE DISTRICT, CONISTONWATER Discovery Tours Horticultural Tours Find the UK’s hidden gems Britain in bloom Visit Cumbria’s largest coastal lagoon in time to see the return of migrating Heritage Tours Festivals seabirds; stroll through a limestone Soak up the history At the heart of the arts woodland as spring flowers begin to bloom and meet Cumbria’s only grey seal colony. Discover this rich and varied landscape at its most vibrant.

5nts from $1,409 per person – see page 25

Leisure Activity Holidays

Discover your Hidden Talents, indulge yourself in an existing EXMOOR THROUGH hobby or try your hand at something new. A LENS Art & Craft breaks Mind & Body breaks Flex that creative Soothe your mind and EXMOOR, SELWORTHY muscle and get inspired nurture your body With its sweeping hills, wooded Bridge breaks Music breaks combes and glorious seascapes, Addictive, competitive Enjoy the power of Exmoor National Park is the perfect and really good fun music together destination for any budding photographer. With guidance from a Dancing breaks local expert, you may even be able to Put on your dancing snap a wild red deer or even an shoes and your smile Exmoor pony. will follow

4nts from $1,174 per person – see page 33

For full dates & prices see page 22 onwards

Call 1800 331 582 or visit outdoortravel.com.au | 21 OUR UK COUNTRY HOUSES Northern Lake District, Cotswolds, Derwentwater 24 Bourton-on-the-Water 32 Southern Lake District, Exmoor, Selworthy 33 Conistonwater 25 Cornwall, St Ives 34 Western Yorkshire Dales, Dorset Coast, Lulworth Cove 35 Sedbergh 26 Isle of Wight, Freshwater Bay 36 Southern Yorkshire Dales, Malhamdale 27 South Downs, Abingworth 37 Northumberland, Alnmouth 28 Brecon Beacons, Brecon 38 North York Moors, Whitby 29 Southern Snowdonia, Dolgellau 39 Shropshire Hills, Northern Snowdonia, Snowdon 40 Church Stretton 30 Scottish Highlands, Glen Coe 41 Peak District, Dovedale 31

GREAT VALUE HOLIDAYS AT OUR UK COUNTRY HOUSES Full board 3 or 4-star accommodation set mostly in National Parks or Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty Experienced and knowledgeable leaders Choice of up to three guided walks each day on Guided Walking holidays Detailed route notes and maps from our Discovery Points on Self-Guided Walking holidays A full holiday programme on our Leisure Activity holidays Social programme: HF Après Transport to and from walks and activities on all guided holidays

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OUR UK

Glen Coe COUNTRY HOUSES

Alnmouth

Derwentwater Whitby Conistonwater Sedbergh Malhamdale

Snowdon Dovedale Dolgellau Church Stretton

Brecon Bourton-on-the-Water

Selworthy Lulworth Abingworth Cove

Freshwater St Ives Bay

CHOOSING THE LEVEL OF YOUR WALKS

Walk at a relaxed pace, Well-defined paths, Good fitness and often visiting places of often in upland areas stamina required. interest along the route. Distances and along rugged coasts, which Expect rocky terrain, sustained are quite short and paths and may be rough or steep and will ascents & descents, and some easy gradients generally easy. require reasonable fitness. scrambling. You’ll need a good head for heights. Good paths but walks Long distances in are generally longer. remote countryside Higher levels of fitness Some walks, particularly in and rough terrain. Sustained and stamina required. mountain areas, may have sections ascents and descents and Expect long, strenuous over rough or steeper terrain. occasional sections of scree and walks, difficult mountain terrain and some steep ground. some scrambling.

Terms & conditions: Prices shown for UK holidays are person. Holidays at our UK country houses include full board en-suite accommodation (from afternoon tea on arrival to breakfast on the day of departure), and transport to and from guided walks and activities. Upgrade to BETTER Single/Twin/Double room $29 per person per night. Upgrade to BEST Twin/Double room $39 per person per night. Twin/double room for sole occupancy $39 per night (restrictions may apply). For Guided Walking holidays we offer a choice of up to three walks a day and on 6 and 7-night holidays there is usually a free day in the middle of the week. Check our website for variations. Self-Guided Walking holidays are not covered by ABTOT arrangements. Non-member associate fee $20 per person. For details of our Price Promise see page 5.

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NORTHERN LAKE DISTRICT Derwentwater

 DERWENT BANK Set right on the shores of Derwent Water, our country house treats you to stunning walks straight from its door. Full board 38 en-suite bedrooms Terrace Conservatory Lounge & bar Extensive grounds

Walking with Sightseeing Up to 6 miles with up to 1,150ft of ascent in a day. Includes boat trips on Derwent Water and Ullswater, walks around Buttermere and along Cat Bells Terrace, and visits to Mirehouse and Dalemain.

Guided Trail – Cumbria Way Guided Walking 73 miles with 9-15 miles and up to 2,400ft of ascent in a day. Complete the length of Cumbria from the border city of Carlisle to Easier walks: Up to 7 miles with up to 1,300ft of ascent. the town of Ulverston. Stay 4nts at Derwentwater and 3nts Derwent Water, Buttermere, Ullswater and Castlerigg Stone Circle. at Conistonwater.

Medium walks: Up to 9½ miles with up to 2,300ft of ascent. Holiday Dates Nts Price Cat Bells, Haystacks and Sheffield Pike. WALKING WITH SIGHTSEEING Mon 20 May, 9 Sep 4 $1,037 Harder walks: Up to 11½ miles with up to 3,500ft of ascent. Walking with Sightseeing Fri 6 Sep 3 $736 DBWOD Great Gable, Scafell Pike, Blencathra, and Helvellyn via Striding Edge. Fri 6 Sep 7 $1,724 GUIDED TRAILS Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price Cumbria Way Mon 1 Apr, 30 Sep 7 $1,664 DBLCA ADVENTURE WALKS GUIDED WALKING DBBOB Fri 3 May 3 $736 December 2018 May 2019 September 2019 Lakeland Giants Challenge Fri 26 Jul 3 $736 DBCHA Mon 2, 16, 23 4 $1,037 Sun 23 4 $1,402 Fri 3, 10, 17 3 $736 Fri 11 Oct 3 $716 Sun 23 7 $1,939 Fri 3, 10, 17 7 $1,724 Fri 13, 20 3 $736 Wainwright Bagging – The Northern Fells Fri 19 Apr 7 $1,567 DBWBC Thu 27 3 $782 Mon 6, 13, 20 4 $1,037 Fri 13, 20 7 $1,724 Wainwright Bagging – The Western Fells Fri 3 May 7 $1,724 DBWBB Thu 27 7 $1,802 Fri 31 3 $736 Fri 27 3 $716 Wainwright Bagging – The Eastern Fells Fri 21 Jun 7 $1,724 DBWBJ Sun 30 4 $1,303 Fri 31 7 $1,724 Fri 27 7 $1,567 Wainwright Bagging – The Central Fells Fri 9 Aug 7 $1,724 DBWBH February 2019 June 2019 Mon 30 4 $970 Fri 15, 22 3 $665 Mon 3 4 $1,037 October 2019 Wainwright Bagging – The North Western Fells Fri 13 Sep 7 $1,724 DBWBM Fri 22 7 $1,422 Mon 10, 17, 24 4 $1,037 Mon 7 4 $970 PHOTOGRAPHY Mon 25 4 $853 Fri 7, 14, 21, 28 3 $736 Mon 7 7 $1,567 Develop a Photographic Eye Mon 17 Jun 4 $1,175 DBEPS March 2019 Fri 7, 14, 21, 28 7 $1,724 Fri 11 3 $716 2 $527 Focus on Light Mon 7 Oct 4 $1,108 DBEMN Fri 1 3 $665 July 2019 Fri 18 Fri 18 3 $716 Northern Lake District Through a Lens Mon 11 Nov 4 $978 DBEPT Fri 1 7 $1,422 Mon 1, 15, 29 4 $1,037 Fri 25 3 $665 Mon 4, 18, 25 4 $853 Fri 12 3 $736 DISCOVERY TOURS Fri 25 7 $1,422 Fri 29 3 $716 Fri 12 7 $1,724 Fri 31 May, 28 Jun, 6 Sep 3 $673 Mon 28 4 $853 Fri 29 7 $1,567 Fri 26 3 $736 Discovery Tours Fri 31 May, 28 Jun, 6 Sep 7 $1,794 DBHCR November 2019 April 2019 August 2019 Mon 3 Jun, 1 Jul, 9 Sep 4 $1,076 Mon 11, 18 4 $853 Mon 1, 15 4 $970 Fri 2, 9, 30 3 $736 Fri 15 3 $665 Fri 12 7 $1,567 Fri 2, 9, 30 7 $1,724 Fri 15 7 $1,422 Fri 19 3 $716 Mon 5, 12, 26 4 $1,037 December 2019 Fri 19 7 $1,567 Fri 16 3 $736 Mon 23 4 $1,441 4 $970 Fri 16 7 $1,724 Mon 22 Mon 23 7 $1,949 Mon 19 4 $1,037 Fri 27 3 $813 Fri 27 7 $1,853 Mon 30 4 $1,343

Festive Walking DBXFW Gentle Walking DBBEW See page 6 for Spring & Winter Walking DBSPW Outdoor Escapes DBBOE information on Walking for Solos DBBOS these breaks

Self-Guided Walking Dates 3nts 4nts 7nts Dates 3nts 4nts 7nts

SELF-GUIDED WALKING DBPOA 15 Feb - 28 Mar $559 $676 $1,225 27 Sep - 24 Oct $586 $802 $1,350 29 Mar - 2 May $586 $802 $1,350 25 Oct - 22 Nov $559 $676 $1,225 Book your transfer from Penrith Station for only $35 return 3 May - 26 Sep $620 $880 $1,488

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SOUTHERN LAKE DISTRICT Conistonwater

 MONK CONISTON A historic country house in an amazing location overlooking beautiful Coniston Water and the mighty surrounding fells. Full board 32 en-suite bedrooms Drawing room with lake views 17th century barn Eight acres of grounds Walled garden

Walking with Sightseeing Up to 4 miles with up to 500ft of ascent in a day. Includes a journey on the steam yacht Gondola, visits to Beatrix Potter’s Hill Top Farm and Hawkshead, plus walks exploring the Langdale valley.

Guided Trail – Lake Windermere 39 miles with 7-9 miles and up to 1,350ft of ascent. Guided Walking Complete a circuit of England’s largest natural lake following lakeside paths and on higher fells above the lake, including a cruise on the lake. Easier walks: Up to 7½ miles with up to 1,400ft of ascent. Grasmere, Coniston Water, Little Langdale and Tarn Hows. Holiday Dates Nts Price WALKING WITH SIGHTSEEING Medium walks: Up to 10 miles with up to 2,600ft of ascent. Sat 22 Jun, 3 Aug 7 $1,724 Crinkle Crags, Helm Crag and the Coniston Fells. Sat 3 Aug 3 $736 Tue 6 Aug 4 $1,037 Walking with Sightseeing CNWOD Harder walks: Up to 12 miles with up to 3,600ft of ascent. Fri 27 Sep 3 $716 Old Man of Coniston, Bow Fell and the Fairfield Horseshoe. Fri 27 Sep 7 $1,567 Mon 30 Sep 4 $970 Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price GUIDED TRAILS Mon 8 Apr 7 $1,625 GUIDED WALKING CNBOB Lake Windermere CNLWI Sat 11 May, 24 Aug 7 $1,762 December 2018 June 2019 October 2019 ADVENTURE WALKS Sun 23 4 $1,402 Sat 8, 15, 22, 29 3 $736 Fri 4 3 $716 Scafell Pike Challenge Fri 15 Mar, 18 May, 25 Oct 2 $449 CNCHA Sun 23 7 $1,939 Sat 8, 15, 22, 29 7 $1,724 Mon 7, 14, 21 4 $970 Fri 3 May, 8 Jun 3 $736 Thu 27 3 $782 Tue 18, 25 4 $1,037 Fri 18 3 $716 Langdale 10 CNCHL Thu 27 7 $1,802 July 2019 Fri 18 7 $1,567 Fri 4 Oct 3 $716 Sun 30 4 $1,303 Tue 2, 16 4 $1,037 Fri 25 3 $665 Wainwright Bagging – The Southern Fells Sat 6 Jul, 7 Sep 7 $1,724 CNWAT March 2019 Sat 6 3 $736 Fri 25 7 $1,422 NAVIGATION SKILLS Fri 1, 8, 22 3 $665 Sat 6 7 $1,724 Mon 28 4 $853 Navigation for Women Fri 1 Nov 3 $665 CNNVW Fri 1, 8 7 $1,422 Tue 9 4 $1,037 November 2019 NATURAL WORLD Mon 4, 11 4 $853 Sat 13, 20 3 $736 Fri 1, 8 3 $665 Spring Wildlife of the Lake District Mon 6 May 5 $1,410 CNWWS Fri 15 2 $449 Sat 13, 20 7 $1,724 Fri 1, 8, 15 7 $1,422 WALKS WITH A THEME Fri 29 3 $716 Sat 27 3 $736 Mon 4, 11, 18 4 $853 Sat 29 Jun 7 $1,724 April 2019 August 2019 December 2019 Small Hills, Big Views CNSBV Fri 27 Sep 7 $1,567 Mon 8 4 $970 Sat 3, 17, 24, 31 3 $736 Mon 23 4 $1,441 Tue 21 May 4 $1,037 Mon 8 7 $1,567 Sat 3, 17, 24, 31 7 $1,724 Mon 23 7 $1,949 Walks with Lakeland Poets CNPOE & Authors Fri 12 3 $716 Tue 6, 27 4 $1,037 Fri 27 3 $813 Mon 14 Oct 4 $970 Mon 22 4 $970 September 2019 Fri 27 7 $1,853 PHOTOGRAPHY Mon 22 7 $1,567 Tue 3, 10 4 $1,037 Mon 30 4 $1,343 Southern Lake District Through a Lens Sat 27 Jul 3 $833 CNEPT Fri 26 3 $716 Sat 7 3 $736 Exploring Movement in Photography Mon 21 Oct 4 $1,108 CNEMO May 2019 Sat 7 7 $1,724 DISCOVERY TOURS Mon 6 5 $1,233 Wed 18 5 $1,233 Mon 29 Apr 4 $1,003 Sat 11, 25 3 $736 Fri 27 3 $716 Sat 1 Jun 3 $673 Sat 11, 25 7 $1,724 Fri 27 7 $1,567 Discovery Tours Sat 1 Jun, 13 Jul, 31 Aug 7 $1,794 CNHCR Tue 14, 21, 28 4 $1,037 Mon 30 4 $970 Tue 4 Jun, 16 Jul, 3 Sep 4 $1,076 Sat 18 3 $736 Sat 18 2 $586 Wed 13 Jul, 31 Aug 3 $673 Terms & conditions apply – see page 23 for details Festive Walking CNXFW Gentle Walking CNBEW See page 6 for Spring & Winter Walking CNSPW Outdoor Escapes CNBOE information on these breaks Walking for Solos CNBOS Taster Weekend CNTWE

Self-Guided Walking “The walking options were great Dates 3nts 4nts 7nts Dates 3nts 4nts 7nts and the leaders very knowledgeable

SELF-GUIDED WALKING CNPOA and friendly.” 1 Mar - 28 Mar $559 $676 $1,225 27 Sep - 24 Oct $586 $802 $1,350 29 Mar - 2 May $586 $802 $1,350 25 Oct - 22 Nov $559 $676 $1,225 3 May - 26 Sep $620 $880 $1,488

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WESTERN YORKSHIRE DALES Sedbergh

 THORNS HALL Our comfortable Tudor country house, just a short stroll from the heart of Sedbergh, dates from 1535 and is steeped in history and folklore. Full board 25 en-suite bedrooms Lounge & bar with open fireplaces Secure cycle storage

Walking with Sightseeing Up to 5½ miles with up to 250ft of ascent in a day. Includes walks to the impressive waterfalls of Cautley Spout & Aysgarth, visits to Bolton and Sizergh Castles, the famous Settle to Carlisle railway, Ribblehead Viaduct, and the charming market town of Hawes.

Guided Trail – Wainwright’s Howgills & Dales Guided Walking 68 miles with 9-13 miles and up to 2,250ft of ascent in a day. Take in the Howgill Fells, Middleton Fell, Ingleborough and Pen-y-ghent. Easier walks: Up to 7½ miles with up to 950ft of ascent. Explore history on the way, including railway viaducts, lime kilns and tales Dentdale, Swaledale, Wensleydale, Ribblehead Viaduct and Hawes. of witches, and include areas walked by Wainwright.

Medium walks: Up to 10½ miles with up to 1,900ft of ascent. Holiday Dates Nts Price Howgill Fells, Dufton Pike, Swaledale and Wensleydale. WALKING WITH SIGHTSEEING Sat 22 Jun, 10 Aug 3 $736 Harder walks: Up to 11 miles with up to 2,750ft of ascent. Walking with Sightseeing Sat 22 Jun, 10 Aug 7 $1,724 SDWOD Howgill Fells, High Cup Nick, Wild Boar Fell, Whernside and Ingleborough. Tue 25 Jun, 13 Aug 4 $1,037 GUIDED TRAILS Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price Wainwright’s Howgills & Dales Sat 13 Jul, 7 Sep 7 $1,762 SDLWH GUIDED WALKING SDBOB NAVIGATION SKILLS Beginners’ Navigation Skills Fri 29 Mar 3 $716 SDNVB December 2018 June 2019 October 2019 NATURAL WORLD Sun 23 4 $1,402 Sat 1, 8, 29 3 $736 Mon 7, 14, 21 4 $970 Birds of Morecambe Bay Mon 25 Mar 4 $970 SDWBW Sun 23 7 $1,939 Sat 1, 8, 15, 29 7 $1,724 Fri 11 3 $716 Summer Wildlife of England’s Tue 9 Jul 4 $1,155 Thu 27 3 $782 Tue 4, 11, 18 4 $1,037 Fri 11 7 $1,567 SDWWS North West Sat 31 Aug 7 $1,920 Thu 27 7 $1,802 July 2019 Fri 25 3 $665 WALKS WITH A THEME Sun 30 4 $1,303 Tue 2, 16, 23, 30 4 $1,037 Fri 25 7 $1,422 Fri 3 May 3 $736 March 2019 Sat 6 3 $736 Mon 28 4 $853 Pub Walks SDPUB Fri 11 Oct 3 $716 Mon 11, 18 4 $853 Sat 6 7 $1,724 November 2019 Fri 15 3 $665 Tue 9 4 $1,037 Fri 1 3 $665 DISCOVERY TOURS Fri 15 7 $1,422 Sat 13, 20 3 $736 Fri 1 7 $1,422 Sat 22 Jun, 10 Aug, 14 Sep 3 $673 Fri 29 3 $716 Sat 13, 20, 27 7 $1,724 Mon 4 4 $853 Sat 22 Jun, 10 Aug 7 $1,794 Fri 29 7 $1,567 August 2019 December 2019 Discovery Tours Tue 25 Jun, 13 Aug 4 $1,076 SDHCR April 2019 Sat 3 3 $736 Mon 23 4 $1,441 Sat 14 Sep 6 $1,527 Mon 1, 8, 15 4 $970 Sat 3 7 $1,724 Mon 23 7 $1,949 Tue 17 Sep 3 $673 Fri 12 3 $716 Tue 6 4 $1,037 Fri 27 3 $813 Fri 12, 19 7 $1,567 Sat 17, 31 3 $736 Fri 27 7 $1,853 Fri 19 4 $970 Sat 17, 24, 31 7 $1,724 Mon 30 4 $1,343 Tue 23 3 $716 Tue 20, 27 4 $1,037 “Well maintained hotel in historic building May 2019 September 2019 Fri 3 3 $736 Tue 3, 10 4 $1,037 with character, good food.” Mon 6 4 $1,037 Sat 7 3 $736 Fri 17 3 $736 Sat 7 7 $1,724 Fri 17 7 $1,724 Fri 20 7 $1,724 Mon 20 4 $1,037 Mon 23 4 $1,037 Sat 25 7 $1,724 Fri 27 3 $716 Tue 28 4 $1,037 Fri 27 7 $1,567 Mon 30 4 $970

Festive Walking SDXFW Gentle Walking SDBEW See page 6 for information on Spring & Winter Walking SDSPW Outdoor Escapes SDBOE these breaks

Self-Guided Walking Dates 3nts 4nts 7nts Dates 3nts 4nts 7nts

SELF-GUIDED WALKING SDPOA 11 Mar - 28 Mar $559 $676 $1,225 27 Sep - 24 Oct $586 $802 $1,350 29 Mar - 2 May $586 $802 $1,350 25 Oct - 8 Nov $559 $676 $1,225 Book your transfer from Oxenholme Station for only $35 return 3 May - 26 Sep $620 $880 $1,488

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SOUTHERN YORKSHIRE DALES Malhamdale

 NEWFIELD HALL This historic 19th century country house is set in extensive grounds with magnificent views over the Yorkshire Dales. Full board 48 en-suite bedrooms Two comfortable lounges Bar Indoor pool Secure cycle storage

Walking with Sightseeing Up to 4½ miles with up to 500ft of ascent in a day. Includes visits to Fountains Abbey, White Scar Caves, trips on the Settle to Carlisle railway, plus walks to Gordale Scar and the Ingleton waterfalls. Guided Walking Guided Trail – Dales High Way Easier walks: Up to 8 miles with up to 1,300ft of ascent. 90 miles with 7-13 miles and up to 2,330ft of ascent in a day. Malham Cove, Linton, Bolton Abbey and Grassington. Follow ancient drovers’ ways, packhorse tracks and green lanes from Saltaire to Appleby. Stay 7nts at Malhamdale and 3nts at Sedbergh. Medium walks: Up to 10½ miles with up to 1,850ft of ascent. Malham, Ribblesdale, Ingleborough Cave and the pothole of Gaping Gill. Guided Trail – Dales Way 79 miles with 11-14 miles and up to 1,400ft of ascent in a day. Harder walks: Up to 13 miles with up to 2,100ft of ascent. Follow the valleys of the Wharfe, Dee, Lune and Kent en route from Ilkley Pen-y-ghent, Ingleborough, Buckden Pike and Gordale Scar. in Yorkshire to the shores of Windermere in the Lake District.

Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price Holiday Dates Nts Price GUIDED WALKING MDBOB WALKING WITH SIGHTSEEING December 2018 June 2019 October 2019 Fri 3 May, 31 May, 6 Sep 3 $736 Sun 23 4 $1,402 Fri 7, 14, 21, 28 3 $736 Fri 11 3 $716 Fri 3 May, 6 Sep 7 $1,724 Sun 23 7 $1,939 Fri 7, 14, 21, 28 7 $1,724 Fri 11 7 $1,567 Walking with Sightseeing Mon 6 May, 9 Sep 4 $1,037 MDWOD Tue 28 May 3 $736 Thu 27 3 $782 Mon 10, 17 4 $1,037 Mon 21 4 $970 Tue 28 May 6 $1,449 Thu 27 7 $1,802 July 2019 Fri 25 3 $665 GUIDED TRAILS Mon 1, 15 4 $1,037 Fri 25 7 $1,422 Sun 30 4 $1,303 Dales High Way Fri 10 May, 20 Sep 10 $2,606 MDLDA March 2019 Fri 5, 12 3 $736 Mon 28 4 $853 Mon 27 May 7 $1,794 Fri 29 3 $716 Fri 12 7 $1,724 November 2019 Dales Way Fri 28 Jun 7 $1,794 MDLDD Fri 29 7 $1,567 Fri 19 3 $736 Fri 1, 8, 15, 22 3 $665 Fri 27 Sep 7 $1,625 April 2019 Fri 19 7 $1,724 Fri 1, 8, 15, 22 7 $1,422 ADVENTURE WALKS Fri 21 Jun, 23 Aug 3 $736 Mon 1, 22 4 $970 Mon 22 4 $1,037 Mon 4, 11, 4 $853 Yorkshire’s 3 Peaks Challenge MDCHA 18, 25 Fri 20 Sep 2 $488 Fri 19 3 $716 Fri 26 3 $736 December 2019 Mighty Malham Challenge Fri 30 Aug 3 $736 MDCHL Fri 19 7 $1,567 Fri 26 7 $1,724 Mon 23 4 $1,441 NAVIGATION SKILLS May 2019 Mon 29 4 $1,037 Mon 23 7 $1,949 Navigation for Women Fri 24 May 3 $736 MDNVW Fri 10 3 $736 August 2019 Fri 27 3 $813 NATURAL WORLD Fri 10 7 $1,724 Fri 2, 30 3 $736 Geology of the Yorkshire Dales Mon 3 Jun 4 $1,155 MDWGE Fri 27 7 $1,853 Mon 13, 20 4 $1,037 Fri 2, 30 7 $1,724 Birds & Wildflowers of the Yorkshire Dales Mon 8 Jul 4 $1,155 MDWDF Mon 30 4 $1,343 Mon 5 4 $1,037 WALKS WITH A THEME September 2019 Mon 17 Jun 4 $1,037 Pub Walks MDPUB Mon 2, 9, 16, 23 4 $1,037 Mon 7 Oct 4 $970 PHOTOGRAPHY Fri 6, 13, 20 3 $736 Focus on Light Mon 29 Apr 4 $1,108 MDEMN Fri 6, 13, 20, 27 7 $1,724 Exploring Black & White Photography Fri 5 Jul 3 $833 MDEPB Mon 30 4 $970 DISCOVERY TOURS Tue 28 May 3 $673 Tue 28 May 6 $1,527 Festive Walking MDXFW Walking for Solos MDBOS See page 6 for Fri 31 May, 28 Jun, 19 Jul, information on Discovery Tours 3 $673 MDHCR Spring & Winter Walking MDSPW Gentle Walking MDBEW 13 Sep these breaks Fri 28 Jun, 19 Jul, 13 Sep 7 $1,794 Mon 1 Jul, 22 Jul, 16 Sep 4 $1,076 Self-Guided Walking Winter Discovery Tours Mon 1 Apr, 25 Nov 4 $892 MDHCW Dates 3nts 4nts 7nts Dates 3nts 4nts 7nts

SELF-GUIDED WALKING MDPOA 29 Mar - 2 May $586 $802 $1,350 27 Sep - 24 Oct $586 $802 $1,350 Book your transfer from Skipton Station for only $23 return 3 May - 26 Sep $620 $880 $1,488 25 Oct - 29 Nov $559 $676 $1,225 Terms & conditions apply – see page 23 for details Call 1800 331 582 or visit outdoortravel.com.au | 27 NORTHUMBERLAND | Alnmouth

NORTHUMBERLAND Alnmouth

 NETHER GRANGE Our country house is a stone’s throw from a glorious sandy beach and in the heart of Alnmouth – the perfect base to explore from. Full board 36 en-suite bedrooms Lounge Terrace

Walking with Sightseeing Up to 4½ miles with up to 800ft of ascent in a day. Includes a boat trip to the Farne Islands, visits to Alnwick & Dunstanburgh Guided Walking Castle, the Holy Island of Lindisfarne, plus walks exploring the hills around Rothbury and the best section of Hadrian’s Wall. Easier walks: Up to 7½ miles with up to 1,100ft of ascent. Lindisfarne, St Cuthbert’s Way and the Northumberland coast. Guided Trail – St Oswald’s Way Coastal Section 46½ miles with 6-11½ miles and up to 575ft of ascent in a day. Medium walks: Up to 10½ miles with up to 1,450ft of ascent. From Holy Island in the north, our coastal section of the St Oswald’s Way Dunstanburgh Castle, Simonside Ridge and foothills of the Cheviots. follows the stunning Northumberland coast with its abundant wildlife, as far south as Warkworth. Harder walks: Up to 12½ miles with up to 1,900ft of ascent. Cheviot Hills, Simonside Hills and the Northumberland coast. Guided Trail – St Oswald’s Way Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price 97 miles with 13½-19 miles and up to 1,075ft of ascent in a day. Walk from Holy Island to Warkworth alongside stunning coastline, and GUIDED WALKING ALBOB then inland towards Hadrian’s Wall on this complete trail. December 2018 June 2019 October 2019 Sun 23 4 $1,402 Mon 3, 10, 17 4 $1,037 Fri 11, 18 3 $716 Sun 23 7 $1,939 Fri 7, 14, 28 3 $736 Fri 11, 18 7 $1,567 Holiday Dates Nts Price Thu 27 3 $782 Fri 7, 14, 28 7 $1,724 Mon 14, 21 4 $970 WALKING WITH SIGHTSEEING Thu 27 7 $1,802 July 2019 Fri 25 3 $665 Fri 31 May, 5 Jul, 26 Jul, 30 Aug 3 $736 Sun 30 4 $1,303 Mon 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 4 $1,037 Fri 25 7 $1,422 Fri 31 May, 5 Jul, 26 Jul, March 2019 Fri 5, 12, 19, 26 3 $736 Mon 28 4 $853 30 Aug 7 $1,724 Mon 18 7 $1,422 Fri 5, 12, 19, 26 7 $1,724 November 2019 Mon 3 Jun, 8 Jul, 29 Jul, Walking with Sightseeing 4 $1,037 ALWOD Mon 18 4 $853 August 2019 Fri 1, 8 3 $665 2 Sep Fri 22 3 $665 Fri 9, 23, 30 3 $736 Fri 8 7 $1,422 Fri 11 Oct 3 $716 Fri 29 3 $716 Fri 9, 23, 30 7 $1,724 Mon 11 4 $853 Fri 11 Oct 7 $1,567 Fri 29 7 $1,567 Mon 12, 26 4 $1,037 December 2019 Mon 14 Oct 4 $970 April 2019 September 2019 Mon 23 4 $1,441 GUIDED TRAILS Fri 19 Apr 7 $1,605 Mon 1, 8 4 $970 Mon 2, 9, 16, 23 4 $1,037 Mon 23 7 $1,949 St Oswald’s Way Coastal Section ALLOC Fri 19 4 $970 Fri 6, 13, 20 3 $736 Fri 27 3 $813 Fri 14 Jun, 19 Jul 7 $1,762 Fri 19 7 $1,567 Fri 6, 13, 20 7 $1,724 Fri 27 7 $1,853 St Oswald’s Way Fri 17 May, 13 Sep 7 $1,794 ALLOW Tue 23 3 $716 Fri 27 3 $716 Mon 30 4 $1,343 ADVENTURE WALKS Fri 15 Mar 3 $665 ALCHA May 2019 Fri 27 7 $1,567 Coast & Castles Challenge NATURAL WORLD Fri 3 3 $736 Mon 30 4 $970 Northumberland’s Coastal Wildlife Mon 1 Apr 4 $1,088 ALWWS Fri 10, 17, 31 3 $736 Northumberland’s Winter Birds Mon 11 Nov 4 $970 ALWBW Fri 10, 17, 31 7 $1,724 PHOTOGRAPHY Mon 13, 20 4 $1,037 Northumberland Through a Lens Mon 15 Apr 4 $1,108 ALEPT Fri 24 3 $736 Discover Photography Weekend Fri 3 May 3 $833 ALEDP Fri 24 7 $1,724 Develop a Photographic Eye Mon 1 Jul 4 $1,175 ALEPS Mon 27 4 $1,037 Fri 7 Jun 7 $1,939 Wildlife Photography ALEWP Festive Walking ALXFW Walking for Solos ALBOS See page 6 for Fri 12 Jul 3 $833 information on DISCOVERY TOURS Spring & Winter Walking ALSPW Outdoor Escapes ALBOE these breaks Fri 12 Apr 3 $743 Self-Guided Walking Fri 12 Apr 7 $1,637 Mon 15 Apr 4 $1,003 Dates 3nts 4nts 7nts Dates 3nts 4nts 7nts Fri 24 May, 21 Jun, 9 Aug, Discovery Tours 3 $673 ALHCR SELF-GUIDED WALKING ALPOA 6 Sep 18 Mar - 28 Mar $559 $676 $1,225 27 Sep - 24 Oct $586 $802 $1,350 Mon 27 May, 24 Jun, 12 Aug, 9 Sep 4 $1,076 29 Mar - 2 May $586 $802 $1,350 25 Oct - 15 Nov $559 $676 $1,225 Fri 24 May, 21 Jun, 9 Aug, 7 $1,794 3 May - 26 Sep $620 $880 $1,488 6 Sep

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NORTH YORK MOORS Whitby

 LARPOOL HALL Built in classic Georgian style, this splendid country house commands wonderful views over the Esk Valley and towards Whitby. Full board 29 en-suite bedrooms Large lounge with adjoining bar 14 acres of tranquil gardens & woodland

Walking with Sightseeing Up to 5 miles with up to 850ft of ascent in a day. Includes visits to Rievaulx Abbey and the market town of Pickering, a trip on the North York Moors steam railway, plus walks exploring Robin Hood’s Bay and Captain Cook’s home of Great Ayton.

Guided Trail – Best of the Abbey Trail Guided Walking 47 miles with 7-11 miles and up to 1,200ft of ascent in a day Combine the stunning North Yorkshire Moors and the lovely Esk Valley Easier walks: Up to 7½ miles with up to 1,100ft of ascent. with some of England’s most beautiful 11th century abbeys. Coast path to Robin Hood’s Bay, Goathland, Ravenscar and Staithes. Guided Trail – Cleveland Way Medium walks: Up to 9½ miles with up to 1,700ft of ascent. 109 miles with 15-22 miles and up to 3,600ft of ascent in a day. Purple moorland of Blakey Ridge, Staithes and Runswick Bay. Starting at Helmsley, take in the beautiful North York Moors National Park and the vibrant heather moorland as we head to the coast at Saltburn Harder walks: Up to 13 miles with up to 2,100ft of ascent. and follow the dramatic coastline to Filey. Roseberry Topping, Hole of Horcum, Runswick Bay and Boulby Cliff.

Holiday Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price WALKING WITH SIGHTSEEING GUIDED WALKING WYBOB Sat 6 Jul 4 $1,037 Sat 6 Jul, 7 Sep 7 $1,724 December 2018 June 2019 October 2019 Walking with Sightseeing WYWOD Wed 10 Jul, Sat 7 Sep 3 $736 Sun 23 4 $1,402 Sat 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 3 $736 Tue 1 3 $716 Tue 10 Sep 4 $1,037 Sun 23 7 $1,939 Sat 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 7 $1,724 Fri 4 3 $716 GUIDED TRAILS Thu 27 3 $782 Tue 4, 11, 18, 25 4 $1,037 Fri 4 7 $1,567 Best of the Abbey Trail Sat 1 Jun, 31 Aug 7 $1,762 WYLAB

Sun 30 4 $1,303 July 2019 Mon 7, 21 4 $970 Cleveland Way Sat 29 Jun, 14 Sep 7 $1,794 WYLCD March 2019 Tue 2, 16, 23 4 $1,037 Fri 25 3 $665 ADVENTURE WALKS Fri 8, 15, 22 3 $665 Sat 13, 20 3 $736 Fri 25 7 $1,422 Sat 27 Jul 2 $488 Lyke Wake Walk WYCHA Fri 8, 15, 22 7 $1,422 Sat 13, 20 7 $1,724 Mon 28 4 $853 Sat 21 Sep 3 $736 Mon 11, 18 4 $853 Sat 27 3 $736 November 2019 NAVIGATION SKILLS Mon 25 4 $853 August 2019 Fri 1, 8 3 $665 Beginners’ Navigation Skills Sat 22 Jun 3 $736 WYNVB Navigation for Women Fri 11 Oct 3 $716 WYNVW April 2019 Sat 3, 17, 24, 31 3 $736 Fri 1, 8 7 $1,422 PHOTOGRAPHY Mon 1, 15, 29 4 $970 Sat 3, 17, 24, 31 7 $1,724 Mon 4, 11 4 $853 Introduction to Digital Photography Tue 23 Apr 3 $813 WYEPD Fri 12, 26 3 $716 Tue 6, 20, 27 4 $1,037 December 2019 Discover Photography Weekend Sat 28 Sep 3 $813 WYEDP Fri 12, 19, 26 7 $1,567 September 2019 Mon 23 4 $1,441 DISCOVERY TOURS Fri 19 4 $970 Tue 3, 17, 24 4 $1,037 Mon 23 7 $1,949 Fri 3 May 3 $673 Tue 23 3 $716 Sat 14, 21 3 $736 Fri 27 3 $813 Fri 3 May 7 $1,794 May 2019 Sat 14, 21 7 $1,724 Mon 6 May 4 $1,076 Fri 3 3 $736 Sat 28 3 $716 Sat 6 Jul 4 $1,076 Discovery Tour WYHCR Fri 3 7 $1,724 Sat 28 6 $1,331 Sat 6 Jul, 7 Sep 7 $1,794 Mon 6 4 $1,037 Wed 10 Jul 3 $673 Sat 7 Sep 3 $673 Sat 18, 25 3 $736 Tue 10 Sep 4 $1,076 Sat 25 7 $1,724 Tue 28 4 $1,037

Festive Walking WYXFW Gentle Walking WYBEW See page 6 for Spring & Winter Walking WYSPW Outdoor Escapes WYBOE information on Walking for Solos WYBOS these breaks

Self-Guided Walking Dates 3nts 4nts 7nts Dates 3nts 4nts 7nts

SELF-GUIDED WALKING WYPOA 8 Mar - 28 Mar $559 $676 $1,225 27 Sep - 24 Oct $586 $802 $1,350 29 Mar - 2 May $586 $802 $1,350 25 Oct - 15 Nov $559 $676 $1,225 3 May - 26 Sep $620 $880 $1,488 Terms & conditions apply – see page 23 for details Call 1800 331 582 or visit outdoortravel.com.au | 29 SHROPSHIRE HILLS | Church Stretton

SHROPSHIRE HILLS Church Stretton

 LONGMYND HOUSE Our country house enjoys an elevated location with wonderful views over Church Stretton and the Shropshire Hills beyond. Full board 50 en-suite bedrooms Lounge & bar Heated outdoor pool Extensive wooded grounds Secure cycle storage

Walking with Sightseeing Up to 6 miles with up to 550ft of ascent in a day. Includes visits to Ludlow, Shrewsbury and Powis Castle, plus walks exploring the Stiperstones, sections of the Shropshire Way and Ironbridge. Guided Walking Guided Trail – Shropshire Way Eastern Hills Easier walks: Up to 7½ miles with up to 1,350ft of ascent. 58 miles with 11-12 miles and up to 2,000ft of ascent in a day. Long Mynd, Stokesay Castle and Much Wenlock. Explore the Long Mynd Ridge, Wenlock Edge and the Clee Hills to Ludlow. Medium walks: Up to 9½ miles with up to 1,950ft of ascent. Mini-mountain ridge along the Stiperstones, Ironbridge and Golden Valley. Guided Trail – Shropshire Way Western Hills 52 miles with 7-12 miles and up to 1,750ft of ascent in a day. Harder walks: Up to 13 miles with up to 2,750ft of ascent. Take in views from the dramatic Stiperstones and discover the history Stiperstones Ridge, Caer Caradoc and the Long Mynd Ridge. of the Marches from Church Stretton to medieval Ludlow.

Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price Holiday Dates Nts Price WALKING WITH SIGHTSEEING GUIDED WALKING CSBOB Fri 3, 31 May, 5 Jul 3 $736 December 2018 May 2019 September 2019 Walking with Sightseeing Fri 3 May, 5 Jul 7 $1,724 CSWOD Sun 23 4 $1,402 Fri 3, 10, 31 3 $736 Mon 2, 9, 16 4 $1,037 Mon 6 May, 8 Jul 4 $1,037 Sun 23 7 $1,939 Fri 3, 10, 31 7 $1,724 Fri 6, 13 3 $736 GUIDED TRAILS Thu 27 3 $782 Mon 6, 13 4 $1,037 Fri 6, 13 7 $1,724 Thu 27 7 $1,802 Fri 17 3 $736 Fri 20 3 $736 Shropshire Way Eastern Hills Fri 10 May, 28 Jun, 19 Jul 7 $1,762 CSLES Sun 30 4 $1,303 Fri 17 7 $1,724 Fri 20 7 $1,724 Shropshire Way Western Hills Fri 17 May, 26 Jul, 13 Sep 7 $1,762 CSLSH January 2019 Mon 20 4 $1,037 Mon 23 4 $1,037 NAVIGATION SKILLS Fri 18 3 $665 June 2019 Fri 27 3 $716 Fri 30 Aug, 4 Oct 3 $736 Fri 27 7 $1,567 Beginners’ Navigation Skills CSNVB Fri 18 7 $1,422 Mon 3, 24 4 $1,037 Fri 18 Oct 3 $716 Mon 30 4 $970 Mon 21 4 $853 Fri 7 3 $736 NATURAL WORLD February 2019 Fri 7 7 $1,724 October 2019 Trees in Early Spring Mon 8 Apr 4 $1,088 CSWTW Fri 1, 8, 15, 22 3 $665 Mon 10 4 $1,037 Fri 4, 11, 18 3 $716 Spring Birdsong Mon 15 Apr 4 $1,088 CSWSB Fri 1, 8, 15, 22 7 $1,422 Fri 21, 28 3 $736 Fri 4, 11, 18 7 $1,567 Mon 7, 14, 21 4 $970 Summer Wildlife of Shropshire Fri 16 Aug 6 $1,664 CSWWS Mon 4, 11, 4 $853 Fri 21, 28 7 $1,724 18, 25 July 2019 Fri 25 3 $665 The Geology of Shropshire Mon 23 Sep 4 $1,155 CSWGE March 2019 Fri 25 7 $1,422 Mon 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 4 $1,037 Secret World of Fungi Fri 11 Oct 3 $794 CSWFW Fri 1, 15, 22 3 $665 Mon 28 4 $853 Fri 5, 12, 19, 26 3 $736 PHOTOGRAPHY Fri 1, 15, 22 7 $1,422 November 2019 Fri 5, 12, 19, 26 7 $1,724 Fri 1 3 $665 Creative Projects with your Camera Mon 4 Mar 4 $978 CSEIP Mon 4, 11, 4 $853 August 2019 18, 25 Fri 1 7 $1,422 Shropshire Hills Through a Lens Fri 21 Jun 7 $1,939 CSEPT Fri 16, 23, 30 3 $736 Fri 29 3 $716 Mon 4 4 $853 Focus on Light Mon 21 Oct 4 $1,108 CSEMN Fri 16, 23, 30 7 $1,724 Fri 29 7 $1,567 Fri 15, 22, 29 3 $665 Mon 19, 26 4 $1,037 DISCOVERY TOURS April 2019 Fri 15, 22 7 $1,422 Fri 26 Apr 3 $743 Mon 18, 25 4 $853 Mon 1, 8, 15 4 $970 Fri 26 Apr 7 $1,637 Fri 5 3 $716 December 2019 Mon 29 Apr 4 $1,003 Fri 5, 19 7 $1,567 Mon 23 4 $1,441 Discovery Tours CSHCR Fri 7 Jun, 12 Jul, 20 Sep 3 $673 Fri 19 4 $970 Mon 23 7 $1,949 Tue 23 3 $716 Fri 27 3 $813 Fri 7 Jun, 12 Jul, 20 Sep 7 $1,794 Fri 27 7 $1,853 Mon 10 Jun, 15 Jul, 23 Sep 4 $1,076 Mon 30 4 $1,343 Winter Discovery Tours Mon 25 Feb 4 $892 CSHCW Festive Discovery Tours Mon 23 Dec 4 $1,441 CSHCX Festive Walking CSXFW Walking for Solos CSBOS See page 6 for information on Spring & Winter Walking CSSPW Gentle Walking CSBEW these breaks Self-Guided Walking “The walks were terrific. So were the leaders.” Dates 3nts 4nts 7nts Dates 3nts 4nts 7nts

SELF-GUIDED WALKING CSPOA 18 Jan - 28 Mar $559 $676 $1,225 27 Sep - 24 Oct $586 $802 $1,350

29 Mar - 2 May $586 $802 $1,350 25 Oct - 29 Nov $559 $676 $1,225 Book your transfer from Church Stretton Station for only $14 return 3 May - 26 Sep $620 $880 $1,488

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PEAK DISTRICT Dovedale

 THE PEVERIL OF THE PEAK Named after the novel by Sir Walter Scott, our country house is set in extensive grounds, less than a mile from Dovedale gorge. Full board 44 en-suite bedrooms Lounge & bar Terrace Extensive grounds Secure cycle storage

Walking with Sightseeing Up to 5½ miles with up to 650ft of ascent in a day. Includes visits to Chatsworth House, Poole’s Cavern and Buxton, plus walks exploring Dovedale gorge and the Cromford Canal.

Guided Trail – Limestone Way 50 miles with 9-11 miles and up to 1,650ft of ascent in a day. Enjoy a variety of walking as you explore the deep gorges and high plateau Guided Walking of the White Peak. Discover a rich landscape of dales, fields and villages. Easier walks: Up to 8 miles with up to 1,200ft of ascent. Dovedale gorge, the Roaches, Chatsworth Estate and Bakewell. Guided Trail – Derbyshire Gritstone Way 66 miles with 9-13 miles and up to 1,250ft of ascent in a day, with one Medium walks: Up to 11 miles with up to 1,500ft of ascent. day of 2,300ft. Uncover the industrial past of the Derwent Valley Mills Derbyshire Dales, Peak District hills, Manifold and Derwent Valleys. World Heritage Site. Discover dramatic scenery along the Gritstone Edges of Chatsworth, Froggatt and Stanage to the Great Ridge over Mam Tor. Harder walks: Up to 13 miles with up to 2,150ft of ascent. Stanage Edge, Froggatt Edge, Dovedale and Shining Tor. Guided Trail – Peak District Boundary Walk 56 miles with 8-11½ miles and up to 1,550ft of ascent in a day. Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price Discover quiet corners and hidden gems, high hills and lovely valleys as you GUIDED WALKING DVBOB walk from Thorpe to Buxton on a section of this new long distance trail. December 2018 June 2019 October 2019 Holiday Dates Nts Price Sun 23 4 $1,402 Mon 3, 17, 24 4 $1,037 Sun 6 5 $1,116 WALKING WITH SIGHTSEEING Sun 23 7 $1,939 Fri 14, 28 3 $736 Fri 11 3 $716 Fri 5 Jul, 6 Sep 3 $736 Thu 27 3 $782 Fri 14, 28 7 $1,724 Fri 11 7 $1,567 Walking with Sightseeing Fri 5 Jul, 6 Sep 7 $1,724 DVWOD Thu 27 7 $1,802 July 2019 Mon 14, 21 4 $970 Mon 8 Jul, 9 Sep 4 $1,037 Sun 30 4 $1,303 Mon 1, 29 4 $1,037 Fri 25 3 $665 GUIDED TRAILS February 2019 Fri 26 3 $736 Fri 25 7 $1,422 Limestone Way Fri 17 May, 30 Aug 7 $1,762 DVLLL Mon 25 4 $853 Fri 26 7 $1,724 Mon 28 4 $853 Derbyshire Gritstone Way Fri 14 Jun, 13 Sep 7 $1,794 DVLGR Mon 25 7 $1,422 Fri 19 3 $736 November 2019 Peak District Boundary Walk Fri 28 Jun, 2 Aug 7 $1,794 DVLBD March 2019 Fri 19 7 $1,724 Fri 1 3 $665 ADVENTURE WALKS Fri 1, 8, 15, 22 3 $665 Mon 22 4 $1,037 Fri 1 7 $1,422 Peak District Challenge Weekend Fri 24 May, 20 Sep 2 $488 DVCHA Fri 8, 15, 22 7 $1,422 August 2019 Mon 4 4 $853 NAVIGATION SKILLS Mon 11, 18, 25 4 $853 Fri 2, 9, 16, 23 3 $736 Fri 8 3 $665 Beginners’ Navigation Skills Fri 26 Jul 3 $736 DVNVB Fri 29 3 $716 Fri 2, 9, 16, 23 7 $1,724 Fri 8 7 $1,422 Navigation for Women Fri 1 Nov 3 $665 DVNVW NATURAL WORLD Fri 29 7 $1,567 Mon 5, 12, 19, 26 4 $1,037 Mon 11 4 $853 Spring Birds of the Peak District Mon 13 May 4 $1,155 DVWBW April 2019 Fri 30 3 $736 December 2019 Summer Wildlife of the Peak District Fri 19 Jul 7 $1,920 DVWWS Mon 8, 15, 29 4 $970 Fri 30 7 $1,724 Mon 23 4 $1,441 Astronomy in the Peak District Mon 11 Nov 4 $970 DVWAB Fri 19 4 $970 September 2019 5 $1,567 Sun 29 PHOTOGRAPHY Fri 19, 26 7 $1,567 Mon 2 4 $1,037 Landscape Photography Mon 23 Dec 4 $1,441 DVEPX May 2019 Fri 6, 13, 20 3 $736 DISCOVERY TOURS Fri 10, 17, 31 3 $736 Fri 13, 20 7 $1,724 Fri 3 May, 31 May, 16 Aug 3 $673 Fri 10, 17, 31 7 $1,724 Mon 16, 23 4 $1,037 Discovery Tours Fri 3, 31 May, 16 Aug 7 $1,794 DVHCR Mon 13, 20, 27 4 $1,037 Mon 30 4 $970 Mon 6 May, 3 Jun, 19 Aug 4 $1,076 Festive Discovery Tours Sun 29 Dec 5 $1,567 DVHCX

Festive Walking DVXFW Walking for Solos DVBOS See page 6 for information on Spring & Winter Walking DVSPW Gentle Walking DVBEW these breaks

Self-Guided Walking Dates 3nts 4nts 7nts Dates 3nts 4nts 7nts “Wonderful area, great walks, delicious food, SELF-GUIDED WALKING DVPOA comfortable hotel with lovely staff.” 25 Feb - 28 Mar $559 $676 $1,225 27 Sep - 24 Oct $586 $802 $1,350 29 Mar - 2 May $586 $802 $1,350 25 Oct - 15 Nov $559 $676 $1,225 3 May - 26 Sep $620 $880 $1,488 Terms & conditions apply – see page 23 for details Call 1800 331 582 or visit outdoortravel.com.au | 31 COTSWOLDS | Bourton-on-the-Water

COTSWOLDS Bourton-on-the-Water

HARRINGTON HOUSE Our historic country house is an impressive listed building. Built in honey-coloured stone, it’s just a short stroll from the village centre. Full board 26 en-suite bedrooms Comfortable lounges Bar Beautiful walled gardens Secure cycle storage

Walking with Sightseeing Guided Walking Up to 5½ miles with up to 600ft of ascent in a day. Explore charming honey-coloured stone villages with visits to Sudeley Easier walks: Up to 7 miles with up to 800ft of ascent. Castle, Broadway Tower and the intricately designed Arts & Crafts Windrush Valley, Stow-on-the-Wold and Chedworth Roman Villa. garden at Hidcote.

Medium walks: Up to 9 miles with up to 1,100ft of ascent. Guided Trail – Thames Path Roman Cirencester, Chipping Campden and Broadway. 54 miles with 10-13 miles and up to 390ft of ascent in a day. Enjoy the beauty of the upper reaches of the Thames from historic Harder walks: Up to 12 miles with up to 1,650ft of ascent. Oxford to its source in the Cotswolds. Relish the peace of riverside paths Monarch’s Way, Stowell, Chedworth, Bibury and Burford. and take in views of dreaming spires and pretty stone villages.

Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price Guided Trail – Cotswold Way GUIDED WALKING BNBOB 100 miles with 10-12 miles and up to 1,750ft of ascent in a day. December 2018 June 2019 October 2019 Walk the entire route of this famous National Trail from Bath to Chipping Fri 28 6 $1,716 Mon 3, 17, 24 4 $1,037 Fri 11 3 $716 Campden along the glorious Cotswold escarpment. February 2019 Fri 14, 21 3 $736 Fri 11 7 $1,567 Fri 8, 15 3 $665 Fri 14, 21 7 $1,724 Mon 14 4 $970 Guided Trail – Shakespeare’s Way Fri 8, 15 7 $1,422 July 2019 Fri 25 3 $665 58 miles with 11-13 miles and up to 840ft of ascent in a day. Mon 11, 18 4 $853 Mon 8, 22 4 $1,037 Fri 25 7 $1,422 Follow Shakespeare’s life from magnificent Oxford to iconic Stratford March 2019 Fri 5, 19 3 $736 Mon 28 4 $853 through Oxfordshire and Cotswold countryside. Discover historic Blenheim Fri 15, 22 3 $665 Fri 5, 19 7 $1,724 November 2019 Park and delightful Cotswold towns and villages such as Chipping Norton.

Fri 15, 22 7 $1,422 Fri 12 3 $736 Mon 4, 11, 4 $853 18, 25 Mon 18, 25 4 $853 Fri 12 7 $1,724 Holiday Dates Nts Price Fri 8, 15, 22, 3 $665 Fri 29 3 $716 Mon 15 4 $1,037 29 WALKING WITH SIGHTSEEING Fri 29 7 $1,567 August 2019 Fri 8, 15, 22, 7 $1,422 Fri 21 Jun 3 $736 29 April 2019 Mon 5, 12, 26 4 $1,037 Walking with Sightseeing Fri 21 Jun 7 $1,724 BNWOD December 2019 Mon 1, 15 4 $970 Fri 9, 23, 30 3 $736 Mon 24 Jun, 26 Aug 4 $1,037 Mon 2 4 $853 Fri 19 4 $970 Fri 9, 23, 30 7 $1,724 GUIDED TRAILS Sat 28 6 $1,762 Fri 19 7 $1,567 Fri 16 3 $736 Fri 29 Mar 7 $1,625 Thames Path BNLTT Tue 23 3 $716 Fri 16 7 $1,724 Fri 25 Oct 7 $1,605 May 2019 Mon 19 4 $1,037 Fri 19 Apr 10 $2,350 Cotswold Way BNLCV Fri 10, 24, 31 3 $736 September 2019 Fri 30 Aug 10 $2,606 Mon 20, 27 4 $1,037 Mon 2, 9, 16 4 $1,037 Shakespeare’s Way Fri 28 Jun 7 $1,762 BNLSK Fri 24, 31 7 $1,724 Fri 6, 13 3 $736 NAVIGATION SKILLS Fri 6, 13 7 $1,724 Beginners’ Navigation Skills Fri 8 Feb 3 $665 BNNVB Mon 30 4 $970 NATURAL WORLD Birds & Wildflowers of the Cotswolds Fri 24 May 3 $813 BNWDF PHOTOGRAPHY Festive Walking Spring & Winter Walking Gentle Walking See page 6 for information on Introduction to Digital Photography Mon 29 Jul 4 $1,175 BNEPD BNXFW BNSPW BNBEW these breaks DISCOVERY TOURS Self-Guided Walking Fri 28 Jun, 16 Aug 3 $673 Fri 28 Jun, 16 Aug 7 $1,794 Dates 3nts 4nts 7nts Dates 3nts 4nts 7nts Mon 1 Jul, 19 Aug 4 $1,076 Discovery Tours BNHCR SELF-GUIDED WALKING BNPOA Fri 4 Oct 3 $743 8 Feb - 28 Mar $559 $676 $1,225 27 Sep - 24 Oct $586 $802 $1,350 Fri 4 Oct 7 $1,637 29 Mar - 2 May $586 $802 $1,350 25 Oct - 6 Dec $559 $676 $1,225 Mon 7 Oct 4 $1,003 3 May - 26 Sep $620 $880 $1,488 Festive Discovery Tours Sun 22 Dec 6 $1,853 BNHCX

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EXMOOR Selworthy

 HOLNICOTE HOUSE Our country house, built in 1861 and set amidst peaceful gardens, lies at the heart of a 12,500-acre National Trust estate. Full board 29 en-suite bedrooms Two lounges Bar Heated outdoor pool Extensive gardens Secure cycle storage

Walking with Sightseeing Up to 5 miles with up to 1,000ft of ascent in a day. Includes visits to medieval Dunster, Coleridge Cottage and Knightshayes, plus coastal and inland walks including along the South West Coast Path. Guided Trail – Somerset & North Devon Coast Path 54 miles with 9-13 miles and up to 1,800ft of ascent in a day. Guided Walking Discover the hills of Exmoor and the spectacular cliffs of north Devon on the coast path from Minehead to Croyde. Explore charming Lynton and Easier walks: Up to 7½ miles with up to 1,550ft of ascent. Lynmouth, the Valley of Rocks and Woolacombe’s golden beach. Lynton and the Valley of Rocks, Selworthy village and Dunster.

Medium walks: Up to 9½ miles with up to 2,550ft of ascent. Holiday Dates Nts Price Valley of Rocks, Selworthy Beacon, Doone Valley, Luccombe, Withypool WALKING WITH SIGHTSEEING Dunster and Lynmouth. Sat 29 Jun 3 $736 Sat 29 Jun 7 $1,724 Tue 2 Jul 4 $1,037 Harder walks: Up to 13 miles with up to 3,200ft of ascent. Walking with Sightseeing SLWOD Bossington Hill, Dunkery Beacon, Quantock Hills, Valley of Rocks and the Fri 11 Oct 3 $716 coastal path. Fri 11 Oct 7 $1,567 Mon 14 Oct 4 $970 GUIDED TRAILS Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price Somerset & North Devon Coast Path Sat 18 May, 13 Jul, 7 Sep 7 $1,762 SLLSN GUIDED WALKING SLBOB NAVIGATION SKILLS Beginners’ Navigation Skills Sat 27 Sep 3 $716 SLNVB December 2018 June 2019 October 2019 NATURAL WORLD Thu 27 3 $782 Sat 8, 22 3 $736 Fri 4 3 $716 Astronomy in Exmoor Fri 29 Mar 3 $794 SLWAB Thu 27 7 $1,802 Sat 8, 22 7 $1,724 Fri 11, 18 3 $716 Birds, Butterflies & Wildflowers Sat 18 May 7 $1,920 SLWWS Sun 30 4 $1,303 Tue 11, 18, 25 4 $1,037 Fri 11, 18 7 $1,567 of Somerset March 2019 July 2019 Mon 14, 21 4 $970 PHOTOGRAPHY Fri 8, 15 3 $665 Sat 6, 13, 20 3 $736 Fri 25 3 $665 Exmoor Through a Lens Mon 6 May 4 $1,175 SLEPT Fri 8, 15 7 $1,422 Sat 6, 13, 20 7 $1,724 Fri 25 7 $1,422 DISCOVERY TOURS Mon 11, 18 4 $853 Tue 9, 16, 23 4 $1,037 Mon 28 4 $853 Fri 19 Apr 4 $1,003 Fri 29 3 $716 August 2019 November 2019 Fri 19 Apr 7 $1,637 Fri 29 7 $1,567 Sat 24 3 $736 Fri 1, 8 3 $665 Tue 23 Apr 3 $743 April 2019 Sat 24 7 $1,724 Fri 1, 8 7 $1,422 Sat 1 Jun 3 $673 Mon 1 4 $970 Tue 27 4 $1,037 Mon 4, 11 4 $853 Discovery Tours Sat 1 Jun 7 $1,794 SLHCR Fri 5, 12 3 $716 September 2019 December 2019 Tue 4 Jun 4 $1,076 Fri 5 7 $1,567 Sat 7, 14, 21 3 $736 Mon 23 4 $1,441 Mon 30 Sep 4 $1,003 Fri 19 3 $716 Sat 7, 14 7 $1,716 Mon 23 7 $1,949 Mon 30 Sep 7 $1,637 Fri 19 7 $1,567 Tue 10 4 $1,037 Fri 27 3 $813 Fri 4 Oct 3 $743 Mon 22 4 $970 Tue 17, 24 3 $736 Fri 27 7 $1,853 Fri 26 3 $716 Sat 21 6 $1,449 Mon 30 4 $1,343 May 2019 Mon 30 4 $970 “Very enjoyable and good value for money.” Mon 6, 13 4 $1,037 Mon 30 7 $1,567 Fri 10 3 $736 Fri 10 7 $1,724 Tue 21 4 $1,037

Festive Walking SLXFW Gentle Walking SLBEW See page 6 for information on Spring & Winter Walking SLSPW Outdoor Escapes SLBOE these breaks

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SELF-GUIDED WALKING SLPOA 8 Mar - 28 Mar $559 $676 $1,225 27 Sep - 24 Oct $586 $802 $1,350 29 Mar - 2 May $586 $802 $1,350 25 Oct - 15 Nov $559 $676 $1,225 3 May - 26 Sep $620 $880 $1,488 Terms & conditions apply – see page 23 for details Call 1800 331 582 or visit outdoortravel.com.au | 33 CORNWALL | St Ives

CORNWALL St Ives

 CHY MORVAH Meaning ‘house by the sea’ in Cornish, our country house sits in an elevated position and offers fabulous views across St Ives Bay. Full board 35 en-suite bedrooms Lounge bar Ballroom Terrace Heated outdoor pool

Walking with Sightseeing Up to 6 miles with up to 820ft of ascent in a day. Includes visits to Sennen Cove, Land’s End, St Michael’s Mount, Porthcurno, and Geevor tin mines, plus walks along the South West Coast Path.

Guided Trail – North Cornwall Coast Path 64 miles with 9-12 miles and up to 2,800ft of ascent in a day. Explore some of England’s most rugged coastal scenery on the coast Guided Walking path from Treyarnon Bay to Cape Cornwall.

Easier walks: Up to 6½ miles with up to 1,200ft of ascent. Guided Trail – South Cornwall Coast Path St Ives and Carbis Bay, Kynance Cove, Praa Sands to St Michael’s Mount, 65 miles with 8-14 miles and up to 2,500ft of ascent in a day. and Poldhu to Porthleven. Walk the highlights of the coast path from Cape Cornwall to Helford on clifftop paths, with plenty of wildlife to spot on the way. Medium walks: Up to 10 miles with up to 1,950ft of ascent. Porthtowan to Perranporth, Mullion to the Lizard Peninsula, and Botallack Holiday Dates Nts Price to Land’s End. WALKING WITH SIGHTSEEING Fri 5 Apr 3 $716 Harder walks: Up to 12 miles with up to 2,800ft of ascent. Lamorna, Minack Theatre and Land’s End, and the Lizard Peninsula Fri 5 Apr 7 $1,567 round to St Michael’s Way. Mon 8 Apr 4 $970 Sat 11 May, 7 Sep 3 $736 Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price Walking with Sightseeing Sat 11 May, 13 Jul, 7 Sep 7 $1,724 SVWOD Tue 14 May, 10 Sep 4 $1,037 GUIDED WALKING SVBOB Sat 12 Oct 3 $716 December 2018 June 2019 October 2019 Sat 12 Oct 7 $1,567 Sat 22 6 $1,802 Sat 1, 15, 22, 29 7 $1,724 Tue 1, 8, 15 4 $970 Tue 15 Oct 4 $970 Fri 28 6 $1,716 Sat 29 3 $736 Sat 5, 12 3 $716 GUIDED TRAILS March 2019 July 2019 Sat 5, 12 7 $1,567 Fri 19 Apr 7 $1,664 North Cornwall Coast Path SVLNC Fri 29 3 $716 Tue 2, 16 4 $1,037 Sat 19 3 $716 Sat 15 Jun, 21 Sep 7 $1,794 Fri 29 7 $1,567 Sat 6, 13 3 $736 Sat 19 7 $1,567 Sat 27 Apr, 28 Sep 7 $1,664 South Cornwall Coast Path SVLSC April 2019 Sat 6, 13 7 $1,724 Tue 22 4 $853 Sat 29 Jun 7 $1,794 Mon 1 4 $970 August 2019 Sat 26 3 $665 NATURAL WORLD Fri 5, 12, 3 $716 Sat 17 3 $736 Sat 26 7 $1,422 Autumn Migration in Cornwall Sat 26 Oct 7 $1,762 SVWBW Fri 5, 12, 19 7 $1,567 Sat 17, 24, 31 7 $1,724 Tue 29 4 $853 PHOTOGRAPHY Mon 8, 15 4 $970 Tue 20 4 $1,037 November 2019 Cornwall Through a Lens Sat 20 Jul 7 $1,939 SVEPT Fri 19 4 $970 September 2019 Sat 2 3 $665 Capturing Water on Camera Sat 7 Sep 7 $1,939 SVEWA Tue 23 3 $716 Sat 14, 21 3 $736 Sat 2 7 $1,422 DISCOVERY TOURS Sat 27 3 $716 Sat 14, 21 7 $1,724 Tue 5 4 $853 Sat 4 May, 8 Jun, 20 Jul, 24 Aug 3 $673 Sat 27 7 $1,567 Tue 17, 24 4 $1,037 December 2019 Sat 4 May, 8 Jun, 20 Jul, Discovery Tours 7 $1,794 SVHCR Tue 30 4 $970 Sat 28 3 $716 Sun 22 6 $1,853 24 Aug May 2019 Sat 28 7 $1,567 Sat 28 6 $1,762 Tue 7 May, 11 Jun, 23 Jul, 27 Aug 4 $1,076 Sat 18, 25 7 $1,724 Tue 28 4 $1,037

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SELF-GUIDED WALKING SVPOA 29 Mar - 2 May $586 $802 $1,350 27 Sep - 24 Oct $586 $802 $1,350 3 May - 26 Sep $620 $880 $1,488 25 Oct - 9 Nov $559 $676 $1,225

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DORSET COAST Lulworth Cove

 WEST LULWORTH HOUSE Perched above Lulworth Cove itself, our country house is just a few minutes’ walk from the beach. Full board 22 en-suite bedrooms Lounge & bar Terrace with wonderful views Heated outdoor pool

Walking with Sightseeing Up to 6 miles with up to 1,100ft of ascent in a day. Includes visits to Corfe Castle, a trip on the Swanage steam railway, plus walks exploring sections of the South West Coast Path.

Guided Trail – Dorset Coast Path 62 miles with 9-12 miles and up to 2,600ft of ascent in a day. Discover the outstanding Jurassic Coast and enjoy wonderful coastal Guided Walking scenery of rugged cliffs, sandy beaches and the famous Durdle Door. Easier walks: Up to 6½ miles with up to 1,250ft of ascent. Holiday Dates Nts Price Jurassic Coast including Durdle Door and Dancing Ledge, Swanage, Corfe Castle and Studland. WALKING WITH SIGHTSEEING Fri 24 May, 26 Jul 3 $736 Fri 24 May, 26 Jul 7 $1,724 Medium walks: Up to 9½ miles with up to 1,340ft of ascent. Walking with Sightseeing LHWOD Worth Matravers to Swanage, Purbeck Ridgeway and Osmington Mills Mon 27 May, 29 Jul 4 $1,037 to Lulworth Cove. Mon 30 Sep 4 $970 GUIDED TRAILS Harder walks: Up to 12 miles with up to 1,800ft of ascent. Dorset Coast Path Fri 24 May, 9 Aug 7 $1,794 LHLUL South West Coast Path including Weymouth to Lulworth Cove, and ADVENTURE WALKS around St Aldhelm’s Head. Fri 17 May 3 $736 Jurassic Coast Challenge LHCHA Fri 27 Sep 3 $716 Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price WALKS WITH A THEME GUIDED WALKING LHBOB Vineyard & Wine Tasting Walks Fri 3 May, 28 Jun 3 $736 LHWWN Thomas Hardy Walks Mon 1 Jul, 12 Aug 4 $1,037 LHTHY December 2018 May 2019 September 2019 NATURAL WORLD Sat 22 6 $1,802 Fri 3 3 $736 Mon 2, 9 4 $1,037 Dorset’s Winter Birds Mon 4 Feb 4 $970 LHWBW February 2019 Fri 10, 31 3 $736 Fri 6 3 $736 Mon 1 Apr 4 $1,088 Fri 8, 15, 22 3 $665 Fri 31 7 $1,724 Fri 6 7 $1,724 Dorset’s Jurassic Coast LHWGE Fri 8, 15, 22 7 $1,422 June 2019 Fri 13 Sep 2 $586 Mon 28 Oct 4 $970 Mon 11, 18, 25 4 $853 Mon 3, 17, 24 4 $1,037 Fri 13 Sep 3 $736 A Slight Twitch in Dorset Fri 17 May 3 $813 LHWBT March 2019 Fri 14, 21 3 $736 Mon 30 4 $970 Butterflies & Wildflowers of the $1,920 Dorset Coast Fri 7 Jun 7 LHWBF Fri 1, 8, 15, 22 3 $665 Fri 14, 21 7 $1,724 October 2019 PHOTOGRAPHY Fri 1, 8, 15, 22 7 $1,422 July 2019 Fri 4, 11, 18 3 $716 Focus on Light Mon 15 Apr 4 $1,108 LHEMN Fri 5, 12, 19 3 $736 Fri 4, 11, 18 7 $1,567 Mon 4, 11, 4 $853 18, 25 The Dorset Coast Through a Lens Mon 20 May 4 $1,175 LHEPT Fri 5, 12, 19 7 $1,724 Mon 7, 14, 21 4 $970 April 2019 Photographing Thomas Hardy’s Dorset Fri 9 Aug 3 $833 LHETH Mon 8, 15, 22 4 $1,037 Fri 25 3 $665 Fri 5 3 $716 DISCOVERY TOURS August 2019 November 2019 Fri 19 4 $970 Fri 12 Apr 3 $743 Fri 2 3 $736 Fri 1, 8, 15, 22 3 $665 Fri 19 7 $1,567 Fri 12 Apr 7 $1,637 Fri 2 7 $1,724 Fri 1, 8, 15, 22 7 $1,422 Tue 23 3 $716 Mon 15 Apr 4 $1,003 4 $1,037 Mon 5 Mon 4, 11, 4 $853 Discovery Tours LHHCR Fri 26 3 $716 18, 25 Fri 28 Jun, 26 Jul 3 $673 Fri 16, 23, 30 3 $736 December 2019 Fri 28 Jun, 26 Jul 7 $1,794 Fri 16, 23, 30 7 $1,724 Sun 22 6 $1,853 Mon 1 Jul, 29 Jul 4 Mon 19, 26 4 $1,037 $1,076 Sat 28 5 $1,567

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SELF-GUIDED WALKING LHPOA 8 Feb - 28 Mar $559 $676 $1,225 27 Sep - 24 Oct $586 $802 $1,350 29 Mar - 2 May $586 $802 $1,350 25 Oct - 29 Nov $559 $676 $1,225 3 May - 26 Sep $620 $880 $1,488 Terms & conditions apply – see page 23 for details Call 1800 331 582 or visit outdoortravel.com.au | 35 ISLE OF WIGHT | Freshwater Bay

ISLE OF WIGHT Freshwater Bay

 FRESHWATER BAY HOUSE Our country house lies at the foot of the famous white cliffs overlooking the bay, with excellent walks straight from the door. Full board 46 en-suite bedrooms Three lounges Bar Heated outdoor pool Large grounds Secure cycle storage

Walking with Sightseeing Up to 5½ miles with up to 850ft of ascent in a day. Includes a trip on the Isle of Wight steam railway, visits to Brading Roman Villa, Adgestone Vineyard, Carisbrooke Castle and Mottistone Manor, plus walks out over the Downs and looking across to the Needles.

Guided Trail – Isle of Wight Coast Path Guided Walking 68 miles with 9-13 miles and up to 1,650ft of ascent in a day. Make a complete circuit of the delightful Isle of Wight on dramatic Easier walks: Up to 7 miles with up to 1,250ft of ascent. coastal paths. Enjoy views of spectacular chalk headlands, sandy bays Chalk cliffs of Tennyson Down, the Needles, Calbourne, Shorwell and traditional seaside resorts. and Godshill. Holiday Dates Nts Price Medium walks: Up to 9½ miles with up to 1,500ft of ascent. WALKING WITH SIGHTSEEING Neolithic Long Stone on Mottistone Down, Appuldurcombe House, Sat 18 May, 15 Jun, 31 Aug 3 $736 Alum Bay and Hanover Point. Sat 18 May, 15 Jun, 31 Aug 7 $1,724 Tue 21 May, 18 Jun, 3 Sep 4 $1,037 Walking with Sightseeing FWWOD Harder walks: Up to 13 miles with up to 1,800ft of ascent. Fri 27 Sep 3 $716 Tennyson Trail, St Boniface Down and longer coastal routes. Fri 27 Sep 7 $1,567 Mon 30 Sep 4 $970 Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price GUIDED TRAILS GUIDED WALKING FWBOB Isle of Wight Coast Path Sat 4 May, 22 Jun, 7 Sep 7 $1,762 FWLIC December 2018 June 2019 October 2019 ADVENTURE WALKS Sun 23 4 $1,402 Sat 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 3 $736 Fri 4, 18 3 $716 100,000 Step Challenge Fri 19 Apr 4 $970 FWCHA Sun 23 7 $1,939 Sat 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 7 $1,724 Mon 14, 21 4 $970 PHOTOGRAPHY Thu 27 3 $782 Tue 4, 11, 18, 25 4 $1,037 Fri 18 7 $1,567 Isle of Wight Through a Lens Mon 1 Apr 4 $1,108 FWEPT Thu 27 7 $1,802 July 2019 Fri 25 3 $665 Sun 30 4 $1,303 Tue 2, 9, 16, 23 4 $1,037 Fri 25 7 $1,422 DISCOVERY TOURS March 2019 Sat 6, 13, 20 3 $736 Mon 28 4 $853 Sat 27 Apr 3 $743 Fri 15 3 $665 Sat 6, 13, 20 7 $1,724 November 2019 Sat 27 Apr 7 $1,637 Fri 15 7 $1,422 August 2019 Fri 1, 8 3 $665 Tue 30 Apr 4 $1,003 Mon 18, 25 4 $853 Sat 24, 31 3 $736 Fri 1, 8 7 $1,422 Discovery Tours FWHCR Fri 20 7 $1,567 Sat 24, 31 7 $1,724 Mon 4, 11 4 $853 Sat 18 May, 29 Jun, 14 Sep 3 $673 Fri 29 3 $716 Tue 27 4 $1,037 December 2019 Sat 18 May, 29 Jun, 14 Sep 7 $1,794 April 2019 September 2019 Mon 23 4 $1,441 Tue 21 May, 2 Jul, 17 Sep 4 $1,076 Mon 1, 8 4 $970 Tue 3, 10 4 $1,037 Mon 23 7 $1,949 Fri 19 7 $1,567 Sat 7 3 $736 Fri 27 3 $813 Fri 19 4 $970 Sat 7 7 $1,724 Fri 27 7 $1,853 “Perfect guided walking holiday. Tue 23 3 $716 Sat 14 3 $736 Mon 30 4 $1,343 The guides were great.” Sat 27 3 $716 Sat 14 7 $1,724 Sat 27 7 $1,567 Tue 17 4 $1,037 Tue 30 4 $970 Sat 21 3 $736 May 2019 Sat 21 6 $1,449 Sat 4, 11 3 $736 Tue 24 3 $736 Sat 4, 11 7 $1,724 Fri 27 3 $716 Tue 7, 14 4 $1,037 Fri 27 7 $1,567 Mon 30 4 $970

Festive Walking FWXFW Gentle Walking FWBEW See page 6 for Spring & Winter Walking FWSPW Outdoor Escapes FWBOE information on Walking for Solos FWBOS these breaks

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SELF-GUIDED WALKING FWPOA 15 Mar - 28 Mar $559 $676 $1,225 27 Sep - 24 Oct $586 $802 $1,350 29 Mar - 2 May $586 $802 $1,350 25 Oct - 15 Nov $559 $676 $1,225 Book your foot passenger ferry from Lymington and transfer to Freshwater Bay for only $45 return 3 May - 26 Sep $620 $880 $1,488

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SOUTH DOWNS Abingworth

 ABINGWORTH HALL Our country house is nestled at the foot of the South Downs and has eight acres of grounds and a lake. Full board 26 en-suite bedrooms Lounge Sitting room Conservatory bar Heated outdoor pool Secure cycle storage

Walking with Sightseeing Up to 5½ miles with up to 700ft of ascent in a day. Includes visits to Petworth House, Parham House & Gardens, Charleston Farmhouse, Arundel, and Fishbourne Roman Palace, plus walks exploring both coast and downs, including sections of the South Downs Way.

Guided Trail – South Downs Way 100 miles with 9-13 miles and up to 1,900ft of ascent in a day. Guided Walking Follow the crest of the South Downs, with views over the coast and the weald. Explore Devil’s Dyke and Iron Age forts, see timeless villages and Easier walks: Up to 8 miles with up to 950ft of ascent. Jack & Jill Windmills, and walk along the Seven Sisters to Beachy Head. Arundel, Parham Park, Petworth and Jack & Jill Windmills.

Medium walks: Up to 10 miles with up to 1,350ft of ascent. Holiday Dates Nts Price Iron Age hillforts of Chanctonbury and Cissbury Rings, the Seven Sisters WALKING WITH SIGHTSEEING and Ditchling Beacon. Mon 15 Apr 4 $970 Fri 9 Aug 3 $736 Walking with Sightseeing AWWOD Harder walks: Up to 12½ miles with up to 1,800ft of ascent. Fri 9 Aug 7 $1,724 South Downs Way, the Seven Sisters and Devil’s Dyke. Mon 12 Aug 4 $1,037 GUIDED TRAILS Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price South Downs Way Mon 24 Jun, 16 Sep 11 $2.860 AWLSD GUIDED WALKING AWBOB ADVENTURE WALKS December 2018 June 2019 October 2019 South Downs Challenge Fri 24 May 3 $736 AWCHA Sun 23 6 $1,802 Fri 7, 21, 28 3 $736 Fri 4, 18 3 $716 NAVIGATION SKILLS Sat 29 5 $1,527 Fri 7, 21, 28 7 $1,724 Fri 4, 18 7 $1,567 Fri 15 Mar 3 $665 February 2019 Mon 10, 24 4 $1,037 Mon 7, 21 4 $970 Beginners’ Navigation Skills Fri 5 Jul 3 $736 AWNVB Fri 15, 22 3 $665 July 2019 Fri 11 3 $716 Fri 4 Oct 3 $716 Fri 15, 22 7 $1,422 Fri 11 7 $1,567 Mon 1, 8, 15, 4 $1,037 WALKS WITH A THEME Mon 18, 25 4 $853 22,29 Mon 14 4 $970 Mon 13 May, 22 Jul 4 $970 March 2019 Fri 12, 19, 26 3 $736 November 2019 Vineyard & Wine Tasting Walks AWWWN Fri 19 Jul 3 $736 Fri 1, 8, 15, 22 3 $665 Fri 12, 19, 26 7 $1,724 Fri 1, 8, 15 3 $665 Fri 1, 15, 22 7 $1,422 August 2019 Fri 1, 8, 15 7 $1,422 NATURAL WORLD Mon 4, 18, 25 4 $853 Fri 9, 16, 30 3 $736 Mon 4, 11, 18 4 $853 South Downs Birds in Early Spring Mon 11 Mar 4 $970 AWWBW April 2019 Fri 9, 16, 30 7 $1,724 December 2019 Astronomy in the South Downs Fri 1 Nov 3 $743 AWWAB Mon 1 4 $970 Mon 12, 19 4 $1,037 Sun 22 6 $1,853 PHOTOGRAPHY Fri 23 3 $736 Mon 1 7 $1,567 Sat 28 5 $1,567 South Downs Through a Lens Fri 12 Jul 7 $1,939 AWEPT Fri 23 7 $1,724 Fri 5, 26 3 $716 DISCOVERY TOURS Fri 19 4 $970 Mon 26 4 $1,037 Fri 12 Apr 3 $743 Fri 19, 26 7 $1,567 September 2019 Fri 12 Apr 7 $1,637 Tue 23 3 $716 Mon 2, 16, 23 4 $1,037 Fri 6 3 $736 Mon 15 Apr 4 $1,003 Mon 29 4 $970 Discovery Tours AWHCR May 2019 Fri 6 7 $1,724 Fri 17 May, 2 Aug 3 $673 Mon 6 4 $1,037 Mon 9 4 $1,037 Fri 17 May, 2 Aug 7 $1,794 Fri 10, 24 3 $736 Fri 13, 20 3 $736 Mon 20 May, 5 Aug 4 $1,076 Fri 10, 24 7 $1,724 Fri 13, 20 7 $1,724 Mon 13, 27 4 $1,037 Fri 27 3 $716 Fri 27 7 $1,567 Mon 30 4 $970

Festive Walking AWXFW Walking for Solos AWBOS See page 6 for information on Spring & Winter Walking AWSPW Gentle Walking AWBEW these breaks

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SELF-GUIDED WALKING AWPOA 15 Feb - 28 Mar $559 $676 $1,225 27 Sep - 24 Oct $586 $802 $1,350 29 Mar - 2 May $586 $802 $1,350 25 Oct - 22 Nov $559 $676 $1,225 3 May - 26 Sep $620 $880 $1,488 Terms & conditions apply – see page 23 for details Call 1800 331 582 or visit outdoortravel.com.au | 37 BRECON BEACONS | Brecon

BRECON BEACONS Brecon

 NYTHFA HOUSE Situated on the edge of the market town of Brecon, our attractive country house offers a quiet, relaxing setting within pleasant gardens. Full board 26 en-suite bedrooms Lounge Bar Conservatory Indoor pool Extensive grounds

Walking with Sightseeing Up to 5 miles with up to 860ft of ascent in a day. Includes visits to the famous Sgwd yr Eira waterfall, Dan yr Ogof Caves, Penderyn Distillery, walks with views of the Brecon Beacons and the Black Mountains plus travel on the Beacons Mountain Railway.

Guided Trail – Usk Valley Walk 55 miles with 8-13 miles and up to 1,900ft of ascent in a day. Guided Walking Follow the valley of the River Usk from Caerleon to Brecon. Walk on the towpath of the Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal with ascents of hills offering Easier walks: Up to 7½ miles with up to 1,100ft of ascent. superb views of the Black Mountains in the Brecon Beacons National Park. Green valleys of the Brecon Beacons, waterfall country, Hay on Wye and Tretower Medieval Manor. Guided Trail – Beacons Way Medium walks: Up to 9 miles with up to 2,250ft of ascent. 100 miles with 10-15 miles and up to 4,300ft of ascent in a day. Pen y Fan, the highest point in the National Park, Sugar Loaf, Hay Bluff Enjoy a great introduction to the mountains, moorland and valleys of in the Black Mountains and Sgwd yr Eira waterfall. south Wales, with outstanding scenery across the Brecon Beacons National Park. This challenging and spectacular trail takes in the Black Harder walks: Up to 14 miles with up to 3,150ft of ascent. Mountains, Brecon Beacons and Carmarthen Fans. Summits of Corn Du, Pen y Fan, Cribyn and Fan y Big, high ridges in the Black Mountains and the Western Fans. Holiday Dates Nts Price WALKING WITH SIGHTSEEING Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price Fri 12 Jul, 23 Aug 3 $736 Walking with Sightseeing Fri 12 Jul, 23 Aug 7 $1,724 BRWOD GUIDED WALKING BRBOB Mon 15 Jul, 26 Aug 4 $1,037 December 2018 June 2019 October 2019 GUIDED TRAILS Sun 23 4 $1,402 Mon 3, 10, 24 4 $1,037 Fri 4 3 $716 Fri 3 May, 5 Jul 7 $1,762 Thu 27 3 $782 Fri 7, 21 3 $736 Fri 11, 18 3 $716 Usk Valley Walk BRLUV Fri 4 Oct 7 $1,625 Thu 27 7 $1,802 Fri 7, 21 7 $1,724 Fri 11, 18 7 $1,567 Beacons Way Fri 21 Jun, 13 Sep 10 $2,547 BRLBW Sun 30 4 $1,303 Fri 14 3 $736 Mon 7, 14, 21 4 $970 March 2019 Fri 14 7 $1,724 Fri 25 3 $665 ADVENTURE WALKS Fri 30 Aug 3 $736 Fri 15 3 $665 Mon 17 4 $1,037 November 2019 Fan Dance Challenge BRCHA Fri 15 7 $1,422 Fri 28 3 $736 Fri 1 3 $665 Fri 27 Sep 3 $716 Mon 18 4 $853 July 2019 Fri 1 7 $1,422 PHOTOGRAPHY Fri 29 3 $716 Mon 1, 15, 22 4 $1,037 Mon 4 4 $853 Develop a Photographic Eye Mon 5 Aug 4 $1,175 BREPS Fri 29 7 $1,567 Fri 12 3 $736 December 2019 Exploring Black & White Photography Mon 23 Sep 4 $1,175 BREPB April 2019 Fri 12 7 $1,724 Mon 23 4 $1,441 DISCOVERY TOURS Mon 1, 15 4 $970 August 2019 Mon 23 7 $1,949 Mon 27 May, 8 Jul, 26 Aug 4 $1,076 Fri 12, 26 3 $716 Fri 2, 9, 16 3 $736 Fri 27 3 $813 Discovery Tours Fri 5 Jul, 23 Aug 3 $673 BRHCR Fri 12 7 $1,567 Fri 2, 9, 16 7 $1,724 Fri 27 7 $1,853 Fri 5 Jul, 23 Aug 7 $1,794 May 2019 Mon 5, 12, 19 4 $1,037 Mon 30 4 $1,343 Fri 3, 10, 17, 31 3 $736 Fri 30 3 $736 Fri 3, 10, 17, 31 7 $1,724 September 2019 Mon 6, 13, 20 4 $1,037 Mon 2 7 $1,724 “Really nice week walking in the Brecon Beacons. Mon 2, 9, 16, 23 4 $1,037 Lovely group and company.” Fri 6, 13, 20 3 $736 Fri 13, 20 7 $1,724 Fri 27 3 $716

Festive Walking BRXFW Gentle Walking BRBEW See page 6 for Spring & Winter Walking BRSPW Outdoor Escapes BRBOE information on Walking for Solos BRBOS these breaks

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SELF-GUIDED WALKING BRPOA 15 Mar - 28 Mar $559 $676 $1,225 27 Sep - 24 Oct $586 $802 $1,350 29 Mar - 2 May $586 $802 $1,350 25 Oct - 8 Nov $559 $676 $1,225 3 May - 26 Sep $620 $880 $1,488

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SOUTHERN SNOWDONIA Dolgellau

 DOLSERAU HALL Our Victorian country house is in a delightful location in the Snowdonia National Park, just two miles from the market town of Dolgellau. Full board 23 en-suite bedrooms Bar & lounge with open fireplace Large grounds with great views Secure cycle storage

Walking with Sightseeing Up to 5 miles with up to 860ft of ascent in a day. Includes visits to the village of Portmeirion and Dolgoch Falls, a trip on the Talyllyn steam railway, plus walks including the Precipice Walk.

Holiday Dates Nts Price WALKING WITH SIGHTSEEING Guided Walking Sat 15 Jun, 7 Sep 3 $736 Sat 15 Jun, 7 Sep 7 $1,724 Easier walks: Up to 7 miles with up to 1,300ft of ascent. Tue 18 Jun, 10 Sep 4 $1,037 Walking with Sightseeing DGWOD Harlech Castle, Mawddach Estuary and the Victorian Precipice Walk. Fri 13 Jul 3 $736 Fri 13 Jul 7 $1,724 Medium walks: Up to 9½ miles with up to 3,000ft of ascent. Tue 16 Jul 4 $1,037 Cadair Idris, Arenig Fawr and the Rhinog mountains. ADVENTURE WALKS Rhinog Challenge Fri 20 Jul 3 $736 DGCHA Harder walks: Up to 11 miles with up to 3,200ft of ascent. PHOTOGRAPHY Rhinog Fawr, Aran Fawddwy and Cadair Idris. Discover Photography Weekend Fri 22 Mar 3 $782 DGEDP Steam Railways with a Camera Tue 27 Aug 4 $1,175 DGESR Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price DISCOVERY TOURS GUIDED WALKING DGBOB Tue 4 Jun, 16 Jul, 10 Sep 4 $1,076 December 2018 June 2019 October 2019 Discovery Tours Sat 1 Jun, 13 Jul, 7 Sep 3 $673 DGHCR Sun 23 4 $1,402 Sat 8, 22 3 $736 Mon 7, 21 4 $970 Sat 1 Jun, 13 Jul, 7 Sep 7 $1,794 Sun 23 7 $1,939 Sat 8, 22 7 $1,724 Fri 11 3 $716 Thu 27 3 $782 Tue 11, 18, 25 4 $1,037 Fri 11 7 $1,567 Thu 27 7 $1,802 Sat 29 3 $736 Fri 18 7 $1,567 Sun 30 4 $1,303 Sat 29 7 $1,724 Mon 14 4 $970 “Now one of my favourite HF venues, March 2019 July 2019 Fri 18 3 $716 such wonderful scenery and a well run Mon 25 4 $853 Tue 2 Jul 4 $1,037 Fri 25 3 $665 Fri 29 3 $716 Sat 6, 20, 27 3 $736 Fri 25 7 $1,422 house with friendly staff.” Fri 29 7 $1,567 Sat 6, 20, 27 7 $1,724 Mon 28 4 $853 April 2019 Tue 9, 23, 30 4 $1,037 November 2019 Mon 1, 8, 15, 29 4 $970 August 2019 Fri 1 3 $665 Fri 5 3 $716 Sat 17 3 $736 Fri 1 7 $1,422 Fri 5, 19 7 $1,567 Sat 17 7 $1,724 Mon 4 4 $853 Fri 19 4 $970 Tue 20 4 $1,037 December 2019 Tue 23 3 $716 Sat 31 3 $736 Mon 23 4 $1,441 May 2019 Sat 31 7 $1,724 Mon 23 7 $1,949 Fri 10 3 $736 September 2019 Fri 27 3 $813 Fri 10 7 $1,724 Tue 3 4 $1,037 Fri 27 7 $1,853 Mon 13 4 $1,037 Sat 14 3 $736 Mon 30 4 $1,343 Fri 17 3 $736 Sat 14 6 $1,449 Tue 17 3 $736 Fri 20 3 $736 Fri 20 7 $1,724 Mon 23 4 $1,037 Fri 27 3 $716 Fri 27 7 $1,567 Mon 30 4 $970

Festive Walking DGXFW Gentle Walking DGBEW See page 6 for Spring & Winter Walking DGSPW Outdoor Escapes DGBOE information on Walking for Solos DGBOS these breaks

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SELF-GUIDED WALKING DGPOA 25 Mar - 28 Mar $559 $676 $1,225 27 Sep - 24 Oct $586 $802 $1,350 29 Mar - 2 May $586 $802 $1,350 25 Oct - 8 Nov $559 $676 $1,225 3 May - 26 Sep $620 $880 $1,488 Terms & conditions apply – see page 23 for details Call 1800 331 582 or visit outdoortravel.com.au | 39 NORTHERN SNOWDONIA | Snowdon

NORTHERN SNOWDONIA Snowdon

 CRAFLWYN HALL Our historic country house lies in a peaceful location at the heart of an extensive National Trust estate at the very foot of Snowdon. Full board 20 en-suite bedrooms Two cosy lounges Conservatory Attractive grounds

Walking with Sightseeing Guided Walking Up to 5½ miles with up to 800ft of ascent in a day. Includes visits to Bodnant Gardens, Llanberis and a trip on the Ffestiniog Easier walks: Up to 7½ miles with up to 1,500ft of ascent. Railway plus walks exploring Swallow Falls, Llyn Dinas, and Llyn Idwal. Swallow Falls, Aberglaslyn Pass and Vale of Ffestiniog. Guided Trail –Llŷn Coastal Path Medium walks: Up to 10 miles with up to 3,150ft of ascent. 56 miles with 8-13 miles and up to 1,900ft of ascent in a day. Y Garn, Moel Hebog, Moel Siabod and Snowdon via the Pyg Track. Offering isolated island views, rugged cliffs, pretty fishing villages and an incredible array of birdlife, this beautiful unspoilt part of the Wales Coast Harder walks: Up to 10 miles with up to 3,700ft of ascent. Path has a unique climate in the mountains of Snowdonia. Nantlle Ridge, Snowdon via the south ridge, Glyder Fawr and Glyder Fach. Guided Trail – Cambrian Way North Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price 69 miles with 7-14 miles and up to 4,200ft of ascent in a day. GUIDED WALKING BGBOB Take on the challenge of the mountain connoisseur’s walk from the Rhinogs to the Carneddau. Ascend Snowdon and balance on the December 2018 July 2019 October 2019 Cantilever Stone on the Glyders. Sun 23 4 $1,402 Mon 1, 15 4 $1,037 Fri 4, 18 3 $716 Sun 23 7 $1,939 Fri 12 3 $736 Fri 4, 18 7 $1,567 Thu 27 3 $782 Fri 12 7 $1,724 Mon 7, 21 4 $970 Holiday Dates Nts Price March 2019 Fri 19 2 $488 December 2019 Mon 25 4 $853 Fri 19 3 $736 Mon 23 4 $1,441 WALKING WITH SIGHTSEEING April 2019 August 2019 Fri 27 3 $813 Fri 3 May 3 $736 Fri 5, 12, 26 3 $716 Fri 2, 9 3 $736 Fri 27 7 $1,853 Walking with Sightseeing Fri 3 May 7 $1,724 BGWOD Fri 5, 12, 26 7 $1,567 Fri 2, 9 7 $1,724 Mon 30 4 $1,343 Mon 6 May, 16 Sep 4 $1,037 Mon 8, 15, 22 4 $970 Mon 5, 12 4 $1,037 GUIDED TRAILS Llŷn Coastal Path Fri 14 Jun, 26 Jul 7 $1,762 BGLLP May 2019 Mon 30 3 $736 Fri 10, 24, 31 3 $736 September 2019 Cambrian Way North Fri 5 Jul, 23 Aug 7 $1,794 BGLCM Fri 10, 24, 31 7 $1,724 Fri 6, 20 3 $736 ADVENTURE WALKS Fri 19 Jul 2 $488 Mon 13, 20, 27 4 $1,037 Fri 6, 20 7 $1,724 Snowdon Challenge BGCHA Fri 13 Sep 2 $488 June 2019 Mon 9, 23 4 $1,037 All the Welsh 3,000s Fri 12 Jul 7 $1,724 BGHPS Mon 3 4 $1,037 Mon 30 4 $970 Welsh Threes in a Weekend Fri 30 Aug 3 $736 BGCHW Fri 7 3 $736 NAVIGATION SKILLS Fri 7 7 $1,724 Beginners’ Navigation Skills Fri 21 Jun 3 $736 BGNVB Fri 7 2 $488 Navigation for Women Fri 16 Aug 3 $736 BGNVW Mon 10 4 $1,037 NATURAL WORLD Fri 21 3 $736 Wildlife & Wildflowers of Snowdonia Mon 24 Jun 4 $1,155 BGWFF Fri 28 3 $736 PHOTOGRAPHY Fri 28 7 $1,724 Northern Snowdonia Through a Lens Fri 5 Apr 7 $1,762 BGEPT DISCOVERY TOURS Festive Walking BGXFW Outdoor Escapes BRBOE  See page 6 for Fri 3 May, 5 Jul, 16 Aug 3 $673 Spring & Winter Walking BGSPW Taster Weekend BGTWE information on  Discovery Tours Fri 3 May, 5 Jul, 16 Aug 7 $1,794 BGHCR Walking for Solos BGBOS these breaks Mon 6 May, 8 Jul, 19 Aug 4 $1,076 Self-Guided Walking Dates 3nts 4nts 7nts Dates 3nts 4nts 7nts “The week was a great success, with a good SELF-GUIDED WALKING BGPOA variety of walks, led by three excellent Leaders. 25 Mar - 2 May $586 $802 $1,225 27 Sep - 25 Oct $586 $802 $1,350 The staff at Craflwyn Hall were also excellent.” 3 May - 26 Sep $620 $880 $1,488

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SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS Glen Coe

 ALLTSHELLACH Our country house is in the heart of the Highlands, with a stunning lochside location – the perfect place to relax. Full board 35 en-suite bedrooms Two lounges Highland bar Indoor pool Large grounds sloping down to Loch Leven

Walking with Sightseeing Up to 5 miles with up to 660ft of ascent in a day. Includes visits to Ben Nevis Distillery, a trip on the Nevis Range Mountain Gondola and a cruise on Loch Shiel, plus superb walks exploring Glenfinnan Viaduct, the Caledonian Canal, Oban and Glencoe.

Holiday Dates Nts Price Guided Walking WALKING WITH SIGHTSEEING Sat 27 Apr 4 $970 Easier walks: Up to 9½ miles with up to 1,800ft of ascent. Sat 27 Apr 7 $1,567 Wed 1 May 3 $716 Glencoe, Glen Nevis and coastal walks on the Isle of Lismore. Walking with Sightseeing LLWOD Sat 13 Jul, Sat 24 Aug 4 $1,037 Sat 13 Jul, Sat 24 Aug 7 $1,724 Medium walks: Up to 10 miles with up to 3,900ft of ascent. Wed 17 Jul, Wed 28 Aug 3 $736 Munros of Buachaille Etive Mor and Sgorr Dhearg, and the Corbett of ADVENTURE WALKS Mam na Gualainn. Big Mountain Walks I Sat 8 Jun 7 $1,724 LLBGW Big Mountain Walks II Sat 21 Sep 7 $1,724 LLBGK Harder walks: Up to 11 miles with up to 4,400ft of ascent. Munro Bagging I Sat 15 Jun 7 $1,724 LLMNB Stob Ban, Bidean Nam Bian and Ben Nevis. Munro Bagging II Sat 29 Jun 7 $1,724 LLMNC Munro Bagging III Sat 14 Sep 7 $1,724 LLMNG NATURAL WORLD Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price Dates Nts Price Wildlife of the Highlands Sat 29 Jun 7 $1,920 LLWWS GUIDED WALKING LLBOB PHOTOGRAPHY December 2018 June 2019 October 2019 Capturing Water on Camera Mon 22 Apr 5 $1,303 LLEWA Sat 22 6 $1,802 Sat 8,15, 29 4 $1,037 Wed 2, 9, 16, 23 3 $716 Glen Coe Through a Lens Sat 19 Oct 7 $1,762 LLEPT DISCOVERY TOURS Fri 28 6 $1,716 Sat 8,15, 29 7 $1,724 Sat 5, 19 4 $970 Sat 22 Jun, 31 Aug 4 $1,076 April 2019 Wed 12, 19, 26 3 $736 Sat 5, 12, 19 7 $1,567 Discovery Tours Sat 22 Jun, 31 Aug 7 $1,794 LLHCR Mon 1, 8 4 $970 July 2019 Sat 26 4 $853 Wed 26 Jun, 4 Sep 3 $673 Fri 5, 12 3 $716 Wed 3, 17 3 $736 Sat 26 7 $1,422 Fri 5 7 $1,567 Sat 6, 13 4 $1,037 Wed 30 3 $665 Fri 12 6 $1,331 Sat 6, 13 7 $1,724 December 2019 Mon 15 3 $716 August 2019 Mon 23 4 $1,441 “The guided walk over the Ballachulish Mon 22 5 $1,116 Sat 3, 10, 24 4 $1,037 Mon 23 7 $1,949 Sat 27 4 $970 Sat 3, 10, 24 7 $1,724 Fri 27 3 $813 horseshoe was the best walk. It had awesome Sat 27 7 $1,567 Wed 14, 28 3 $736 Fri 27 7 $1,853 views, scrambling, beautiful forest paths May 2019 Sat 17 4 $1,037 Mon 30 4 $1,343 and ice-cold mountain streams.” Wed 1, 8, 22 3 $736 Sat 17 7 $1,724 Sat 4, 11, 18 4 $1,037 Wed 21 3 $736 Sat 4, 11, 18 7 $1,724 September 2019 Wed 22 3 $736 Sat 7, 14, 21 4 $1,037 Sat 25 3 $736 Sat 7, 14, 21 7 $1,724 Wed 11, 18 3 $736 Wed 25 3 $716 Sat 28 4 $970 Sat 28 7 $1,567

See page 6 for Festive Walking Walking for Solos Outdoor Escapes information on LLXFW LLBOS LLBOE these breaks

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SELF-GUIDED WALKING LLPOA 25 Jan - 28 Mar $559 $676 $1,225 27 Sep - 24 Oct $586 $802 $1,350 1 Apr - 2 May $586 $802 $1,350 25 Oct - 2 Nov $559 $676 $1,225 Book your transfer from Glasgow Central Station or Airport for only $63 return 3 May - 26 Sep $620 $880 $1,488 Terms & conditions apply – see page 23 for details Call 1800 331 582 or visit outdoortravel.com.au | 41 Call toll free on 1800 331 582 or (03) 57 501 441 | Fax: (03) 57 501 020 Email: [email protected] | Website: outdoortravel.com.au

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