7-Night Cotswolds Guided Walking Holiday

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Tour Style: Guided Walking Destinations: Cotswolds & England Trip code: BNBOB-7 1 & 2

HOLIDAY OVERVIEW

Gentle hills, picture-postcard villages and tempting tea shops make this quintessentially English countryside perfect for walking. On our Guided Walking holidays you'll discover glorious golden stone villages with thatched cottages, mansion houses, pastoral countryside and quiet country lanes.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

• High quality en-suite accommodation in our country house • Full board from dinner upon arrival to breakfast on departure day • 5 days guided walking and 1 free day • Use of our comprehensive Discovery Point • Choice of up to three guided walks each walking day • The services of HF Holidays Walking Leaders

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HOLIDAYS HIGHLIGHTS

• Explore the beautiful countryside and rich history of the Cotswolds • Gentle hills, picture-postcard villages and tempting tea shops make this quintessentially English countryside perfect for walking • Let your leader bring the picturesque countryside and history of the Cotswolds to life • In the evenings relax and enjoy the period features and historic interest of Harrington House

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Day 1: Arrival Day

You're welcome to check in from 4pm onwards.

Enjoy a complimentary Afternoon Tea on arrival.

Day 2: South Along The Windrush Valley

Option 1 - The Quarry Lakes And Salmonsbury Camp

Distance: 6½ miles (10.5km)

Ascent: 400 feet (120m)

In Summary: A circular walk starts out along the Monarch’s Way reaching the village of Clapton-on-the-Hill. We return along the Windrush valley back to Bourton.

Highlight: At the end of the walk there's plenty of time to enjoy Bourton-on-the-Water. Visit the speciality shops, relax in one of the pubs or tea-rooms, or just sit beside the river and watch the world go by.

Option 2 - Little Rissington

Distance: 7½ miles (11.5km)

Ascent: 560 feet (180m)

In Summary: Follow the Monarch’s Way to Clapton-on-the-Hill, then take the route across the valley to Little Rissington. We return via the quarry lakes to Bourton.

Highlight: Visit the 'plague church' at Little Rissington with its memorial window to the Red Arrows and the graves of those killed at the nearby RAF Flying School.

Option 3 - Sherborne

Distance: 10½ miles (17km)

Ascent: 700ft (220m) www.hfholidays.co.uk PAGE 2 [email protected] Tel: +44(0) 20 3974 8865

In Summary: Walk from Bourton to Clapton-on-the-Hill, then track south to the attractive village of Sherborne before returning to Bourton via the Windrush valley.

Highlight: An opportunity to stretch your legs and enjoy the rolling countryside to the south of Bourton-on-the- Water.

Day 3: The Cotswold Way To Broadway

Day 4: Free Day

Discover more about Harrington House and the local area for ideas on how to fill your free day.

Day 5: The Rissingtons Plus

Option 1 - Couple Of Rissingtons

Distance: 5.5 miles (9km)

Ascent: 250 feet (80m)

In Summary: Crossing Salmonsbury camp we leave the Windrush valley and head up the first of two Rissington villages, Wyck Rissington and then on to Little Rissington with its memorial to the RAF before dropping back down into the valley and back to the house.

Highlight: The moving testament to the memory of RAF serviceman who lost lives in World War II in Little Rissington church.

Option 2 - Three Of The Rissingtons

Distance: 9.5 miles (15km)

Ascent: 500 feet (140m)

In Summary: Leaving the valley we explore three of the Rissington villages, Wyck Rissington, Little Rissington (and the RAF memorial) and Great Rissington before returning to the house via the Quarry Lakes of the Windrush Valley.

Highlight: Beautiful Cotswold villages full of character and great views across the Cotswold countryside.

Option 3 - Bourton To Stow And Back

Distance: 10.5 miles (17km)

Ascent: 1,000 feet (300m)

In Summary: We head north via Greystones nature reserve, taking attractive field paths and tracks to follow the Oxfordshire Way. This takes us to the market town of Stow on the Wold with its 17th and 18th century buildings built around the bustling market square. We leave Stow with views across the Wolds and cross farmland paths to idyllic Lower Slaughter with its fine old houses and cottages sitting beside the picturesque Rive Eye and its attractive bridges. Our walk then follows a track back to Bourton-on-the-Water

Highlight: St Edwards Church (rarely it has the war memorial inside) and the bustling market square at Stow-on- the-Wold.

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Day 6: Through The Cotswolds To Cirencester

Option 1 - Coates, Thames Source And Cirencester

Distance: 7 miles (11km)

Total ascent: 315 feet (96m)

In Summary: Today's walk will explore the village of Coates, with its church dating from the Norman period. Moving on to the source of the River Thames we’ll continue alongside a canal and through fields into Cirencester, the 'capital' of the Cotswolds.

Don’t miss: Explore Cirencester at the end of the walk. There's much of historical interest in what was Roman Britain’s second largest city.

Option 2 - Sapperton And Cirencester

Distance: 9 miles (15km)

Ascent: 480 feet (140m)

In Summary: We start today's walk at the ornate church of Sapperton, before walking across fields and through woodland to the impressive southern entrance of the Sapperton Canal Tunnel. Taking time to visit the source of the River Thames we continue to the village of Coates and onwards to Cirencester.

Highlight: In Cirencester you could explore the Abbey grounds, the Corinium museum or the superb 15th century church.

Option 3 - Wysis Way And The Source Of The Thames

Distance: 11 miles (18.5km)

Ascent: 800 feet (240m)

In Summary: Starting in the village of Frampton Mansell we follow the Wysis Way along the Severn Thames canal. We have the opportunity to visit both north and south entrances to the Sapperton canal tunnel before following the same route as Option 2 to Cirencester.

Highlight: A walk rich in history, including charming Saxon and Norman village churches, rich Roman archaeology and industrial history.

Day 7: Along The Gloucestershire Way To Bourton

Option 1 - Hampnett To Bourton

Distance: 6½ miles (11km)

Ascent: 550 feet (160m)

In Summary: Follow the Diamond and the Macmillan Way to Cold Aston. A third trail - the Gloucestershire www.hfholidays.co.uk PAGE 4 [email protected] Tel: +44(0) 20 3974 8865

Way takes us back to Bourton-on-the-Water.

Highlight: St George's church in Hampnett with it's beautiful Victorian stencilling.

Option 2 - Hazleton To Bourton

Distance: 9 miles (14km)

Ascent: 550 feet (160m)

In Summary: Follow the Gloucestershire Way and Diamond Way through rolling countryside to the Wold villages of Notgrove and Cold Aston, before arriving back at Bourton-on-the-Water.

Highlight: Notgrove Norman Church and nearby manor house, and the Walk through the long avenue of Beech trees.

Option 3 - The Gloucestershire Way

Distance: 10½ miles (17km)

Ascent: 850 feet (260m)

In Summary: Follow the Gloucestershire Way through the rolling countryside of the Cotswolds. We'll pass sleepy villages, then make our way back to Bourton-on-the-Water through the Windrush Valley.

Highlight: We start near the supposedly haunted Frog Mill Inn; once the staging post for the Oxford to Gloucester mail coach.

Day 8: Departure Day

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before making your way home.

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Day 1: Arrival Day

You're welcome to check in from 4pm onwards.

Enjoy a complimentary Afternoon Tea on arrival.

Day 2: Around The Slaughters

Option 1 - The Slaughters And The Salmonsbury Camp

Distance: 7 miles (11km)

Total ascent: 150 feet (100m)

In Summary: On this circular walk from Bourton we visit the pretty villages of Lower and Upper Slaughter www.hfholidays.co.uk PAGE 5 [email protected] Tel: +44(0) 20 3974 8865 following the river Eye.

Highlight: At the end of your walk there is plenty of time to explore Bourton-on-the-Water. Enjoy a pint in one of the pubs, visit the shops, or find a bench beside the River Windrush and soak up this charming rural village.

Option 2 - The Slaughters And Lower Harford

Distance: 7 miles (12km)

Total ascent: 580 feet (180m)

In Summary: Visit both Upper and Lower Slaughter and the medieval village of Lower Harford, before a riverside walk beside the Windrush takes us back to Bourton-on-the-Water.

Highlight: The twin villages of Upper and Lower Slaughter are just a couple of miles' walk from Bourton-on-the- Water. The River Eye flows through these most picturesque of villages, creating a picture-postcard scene.

Option 3 - Naunton & The Windrush Valley

In Summary: Follow a clockwise loop from Bourton along the tranquil vallley of the River Windrush to Lower Harford and the village of Naunton. Our return route takes us over the fields via the Slaughters.

Highlight: We should have time for refreshments in the Black Horse Inn at Naunton and/or the charming mill shop at Lower Slaughter. Keep a lookout for herons on the riverside section of this walk.

Distance: 10½ miles (17km)

Total ascent: 700 feet (220m)

Day 3: Chipping Campden And The Cotswolds

Option 1 - Ilmington To Chipping Campden

In Summary: Starting from the village of Ilmington we'll climb up over the ridge past the 18th century Foxcote House to the neighbouring village of Ebrington. Our route continues along the Monarch’s Way into Chipping Campden.

Highlight: Chipping Campden is another fine market town whose wealth derived from affluent wool merchants in the 14th and 15th centuries.

Distance: 6½ miles (10½km)

Total ascent: 600 feet (180m)

Option 2 - Mickleton To Chipping Campden

In Summary: Starting from the village of Mickleton, we'll first climb the hill to Hidcote Manor, then continue over the downs to Ilmington. Our walk continues along the Monarch's Way to Chipping Campden.

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Highlight: Hunt out the 11 mice carved into the pews in Ilmington's fine Norman church.

Distance: 10½ miles (17½km)

Total ascent: 1,300 feet (380m)

Day 4: Free Day

Discover more about Harrington House and the local area for ideas on how to fill your free day.

Day 5: Bourton To Cold Aston

Option 1 - Bourton To Cold Aston

Distance: 6.5 miles (10.5km)

Ascent: 550 feet (160m)

In Summary: This walk leaves Bourton-on-the-Water on the Windrush and Gloucestershire Ways to arrive in Cold Aston. A lovely village arranged around a green and a sycamore tree. The Plough Inn is an ideal place for some refreshment. The walk continues across fields and around farms on the Sabrina Way and Monarch’s Way back to Bourton-on-the-water.

Highlight: Do look around at various times for some super views towards Little Rissington.

Option 2 - Cold Aston And Clapton

Distance: 8.5 miles (13.5km)

Ascent: 600 feet (180m)

Highlight: The lovely church at Clapton on the Hill.

Option 3 - Cold Aston, Notgrove And Turkdean

Distance: 12miles (19km)

Ascent: 1,100 feet (280m)

In Summary: This walk leaves Bourton-on-the-Water on the Windrush and Gloucestershire Ways to arrive in Cold Aston. A lovely village arranged around a green and a sycamore tree. The Plough Inn is an ideal place for some refreshment then we continue to Notgrove, followed by Turkdean, another lovely village. Then back to Cold Aston on the Macmillan Way before turning off on Monarch’s Way back to Bourton.

Highlight: Explore picturesque Notgrove with its Manor house and beautiful church.

Day 6: Around Winchcombe

Option 1 - Toddington To Winchcombe

In Summary: Walk through gently rolling countryside, passing a heritage railway, ancient churches, and a ruined abbey, before ending the day at the historic Sudeley castle and its magnificent gardens. www.hfholidays.co.uk PAGE 7 [email protected] Tel: +44(0) 20 3974 8865

Highlight: Toddington Manor, owned by contemporary artist Damien Hirst.

Distance: 6½ miles (10½km)

Total ascent: 450 feet (140m)

Option 2 - Winchcombe Circular

In Summary: Enjoy the views over the far reaching Evesham Vale, before passing Hailes Abbey and following the Cotswold Way to end at Sudeley Castle.

Highlight: The little chapel of ease at Farmcote.

Distance: 8½ miles (13½km)

Total ascent: 1,000 feet (320m)

Option 3 - Langley Hill, Cleeve Hill & Belas Knap

In Summary: Ascend Langley Hill with views out towards the Vale of Evesham and the Malvern hills, before continuing on to Cleeve hill, the highest point in the Cotswolds, with stunning views of Winchcombe and Sudeley castle in the valley below.

Highlight: Belas Knap - a Neolithic long barrow situated on Cleeve hill.

Distance: 10½ miles (17km)

Total ascent: 1,450 feet (440m)

Day 7: Following The Monarch’s Way Through The Cotswolds

Option 1 - Broadwell To Bourton

Distance: 6½ miles (10½km)

Total ascent: 550 feet (160m)

In Summary: A walk along the Monarch's Way from the village of Broadwell to Bourton-on-the-Water. We'll stop to explore Stow-on-the-Wold and the delightful village of Lower Slaughter.

Highlight: Timeless Lower Slaughter was voted the 'most romantic street in Britain'. With its idyllic cottages and watermill. This is delightful spot to stop and relax.

Option 2 - Longborough To Bourton

Distance: 9 miles (14km)

Total ascent: 700 feet (220m)

In Summary: This walk starts in the village of Longborough. We'll head first to Stow-on-the-Wold, then on to Lower Slaughter and Bourton-on-the-Water.

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Highlight: Stow-on-the-Wold is the highest town in the Cotswolds. Explore the market square, once the site of the town's annual sheep fairs.

Option 3 - Moreton-in-Marsh To Bourton

Distance: 11 miles (18km)

Total ascent: 900 feet (280m)

In Summary: Follow the Monarch's Way through gently rolling countryside. Starting from Moreton-in-Marsh our route takes us through Stow-on-the-Wold and Lower Slaughter back to Bourton.

Highlight: Our walk follows the Monarch’s Way - the escape route of Charles II to Shoreham and France after his defeat at the battle of Worcester in 1651.

Day 8: Departure Day

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before making your way home.

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Day 1: Arrival Day

You're welcome to check in from 4pm onwards.

Enjoy a complimentary Afternoon Tea on arrival.

Day 2: South Along The Windrush Valley

Option 1 - The Quarry Lakes And Salmonsbury Camp

Distance: 6½ miles (10.5km)

Ascent: 400 feet (120m)

In Summary: A circular walk starts out along the Monarch’s Way reaching the village of Clapton-on-the-Hill. We return along the Windrush valley back to Bourton.

Option 2 - Sherborne

Distance: 10½ miles (17km)

Ascent: 700ft (220m)

In Summary: Walk from Bourton to Clapton-on-the-Hill, then track south to the attractive village of Sherborne before returning to Bourton via the Windrush valley. www.hfholidays.co.uk PAGE 9 [email protected] Tel: +44(0) 20 3974 8865

Highlight: An opportunity to stretch your legs and enjoy the rolling countryside to the south of Bourton-on-the- Water.

Option 3 - Little Rissington

Distance: 7½ miles (11.5km)

Ascent: 560 feet (180m)

In Summary: Follow the Monarch’s Way to Clapton-on-the-Hill, then take the route across the valley to Little Rissington. We return via the quarry lakes to Bourton.

Highlight: Visit the 'plague church' at Little Rissington with its memorial window to the Red Arrows and the graves of those killed at the nearby RAF Flying School.

Day 3: Along The Gloucestershire Way To Bourton

Option 1 - Hampnett To Bourton

Distance: 6½ miles (11km)

Ascent: 550 feet (160m)

In Summary: Follow the Diamond and the Macmillan Way to Cold Aston. A third trail - the Gloucestershire Way takes us back to Bourton-on-the-Water.

Highlight: St George's church in Hampnett with it's beautiful Victorian stencilling.

Option 2 - Hazelton To Bourton

Distance: 9 miles (14km)

Ascent: 500 feet (160m)

In Summary: From near Hazleton, the Gloucestershire Way and the Diamond Way take us through Notgrove and to Cold Aston. We then follow the same route as the Easier Walk back to Bourton-on-the-Water.

Highlight: Discover the legend of the Notgrove Long Barrow, said to contain a golden coffin.

Option 3 - The Gloucestershire Way

Distance: 10½ miles (17km)

Ascent: 850 feet (260m)

In Summary: Follow the Gloucestershire Way through the rolling countryside of the Cotswolds. We'll pass sleepy villages, then make our way back to Bourton-on-the-Water through the Windrush Valley.

Highlight: We start near the supposedly haunted Frog Mill Inn; once the staging post for the Oxford to Gloucester mail coach.

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Day 4: Free Day

Discover more about Harrington House and the local area for ideas on how to fill your free day.

Day 5: Following The Monarch's Way Through The Cotswolds

Option 1 - Broadwell To Bourton

Distance: 6½ miles (10½km)

Total ascent: 550 feet (160m)

In Summary: A walk along the Monarch's Way from the village of Broadwell to Bourton-on-the-Water. We'll stop to explore Stow-on-the-Wold and the delightful village of Lower Slaughter.

Highlight: Timeless Lower Slaughter was voted the 'most romantic street in Britain'. With its idyllic cottages and watermill. This is delightful spot to stop and relax.

Option 2 - Longborough To Bourton

Distance: 9 miles (14km)

Total ascent: 700 feet (220m)

In Summary: This walk starts in the village of Longborough. We'll head first to Stow-on-the-Wold, then on to Lower Slaughter and Bourton-on-the-Water.

Highlight: Stow-on-the-Wold is the highest town in the Cotswolds. Explore the market square, once the site of the town's annual sheep fairs.

Option 3 - Moreton-in-Marsh To Bourton

Distance: 11 miles (18km)

Total ascent: 900 feet (280m)

In Summary: Follow the Monarch's Way through gently rolling countryside. Starting from Moreton-in-Marsh our route takes us through Stow-on-the-Wold and Lower Slaughter back to Bourton.

Highlight: Our walk follows the Monarch’s Way - the escape route of Charles II to Shoreham and France after his defeat at the battle of Worcester in 1651.

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Day 6: Towards Chipping Campden

Option 1 - Ilmington To Chipping Campden

Distance: 7 miles (11km)

Ascent: 600 feet (190m)

In Summary: From the pretty stone built village of Ilmington we walk through rolling Cotswold countryside to the equally pretty village of Ebrington. We finish our walk in the small town of Chipping Campden.

Highlight: Hunt out the 11 mice carved into the pews in Ilmington's fine Norman church.

Option 2 - Stoke Hill To Chipping Campden

Distance: 9 miles (14.5km)

Ascent: 900 feet (280m)

In Summary: Starting with an exhilarating climb over Stoke Hill, our walk takes us to the pretty village of Ilmington, then follows paths and tracks to Ebrington. We continue to the pleasant market town of Chipping Campden.

Highlight: At the end of your walk there is plenty of time to explore Chipping Campden. Enjoy a pint in one of the pubs, have a look around the shops or visit the magnificent 15th century St James Church.

Option 3 - Visiting Darlingscott

Distance: 11½ miles (18½km)

Ascent: 1,100 feet (340m)

In Summary: This walk follows the same route as the medium walk to the pretty village of Ilmington. Our paths then deviate and we visit Darlingscott before turning west to eventually rejoin the medium walk in Ebrington. We then continue to the pleasant market town of Chipping Campden.

Highlight: The 17th century market hall in Chipping Campden at the end of your walk and the charming Cotswold stone buildings along the High Street.

Day 7: Around The Slaughters

Option 1 - The Slaughters And The Salmonsbury Camp

Distance: 7 miles (11km)

Total ascent: 150 feet (100m)

In Summary: On this circular walk from Bourton we visit the pretty villages of Lower and Upper Slaughter following the river Eye.

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Option 2 - The Slaughters And Lower Harford

Distance: 7 miles (12km)

Total ascent: 580 feet (180m)

In Summary: Visit both Upper and Lower Slaughter and the medieval village of Lower Harford, before a riverside walk beside the Windrush takes us back to Bourton-on-the-Water.

Option 3 - Naunton & The Windrush Valley

Highlight: We should have time for refreshments in the Black Horse Inn at Naunton and/or the charming mill shop at Lower Slaughter. Keep a lookout for herons on the riverside section of this walk.

Distance: 10½ miles (17km)

Total ascent: 700 feet (220m)

Day 8: Departure Day

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before making your way home.

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Day 1: Arrival Day

You're welcome to check in from 4pm onwards.

Enjoy a complimentary Afternoon Tea on arrival.

Day 2: Around The Slaughters

Option 1 - The Quarry Lakes And Salmonsbury Camp

Distance: 6½ miles (10.5km)

Ascent: 400 feet (120m)

In Summary: A circular walk starts out along the Monarch’s Way reaching the village of Clapton-on-the-Hill. We return along the Windrush valley back to Bourton.

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Option 2 - Around The Slaughters And Lower Harford

Distance: 7 miles (11½km)

Ascent: 550 feet (180m)

In Summary: Visit both Upper and Lower Slaughter and the medieval village of Lower Harford, before a riverside walk beside the Windrush takes us back to Bourton-on-the-Water.

Option 3 - Naunton And The Slaughters

Distance: 10.3miles (16.5km)

Ascent: 695 feet (212m)

Highlight: Keep a lookout for herons on the riverside section of this walk.

Day 3: The Rissingtons Plus

Option 1 - Couple Of Rissingtons

Distance: 5.5 miles (9km)

Ascent: 250 feet (80m)

Highlight: The moving testament to the memory of RAF serviceman who lost lives in World War II in Little Rissington church.

Option 2 - Three Of The Rissingtons

Distance: 9.5 miles (15km)

Ascent: 500 feet (140m)

Highlight: Beautiful Cotswold villages full of character and great views across the Cotswold countryside.

Option 3 - All Four Of The Rissingtons

Distance: 10.5 miles (17km)

Ascent: 650 feet (200m)

In Summary: Leaving the valley behind we ascend to explore all four of the Rissington villages – Wyck Rissington, Little Rissington ( with a chance to visit the RAF memorial), Great Rissington and Upper Rissington

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(Disused RAF airfield) before returning via the Quarry Lakes of the Windrush valley.

Highlight: Take a stroll through history as we explore the outstanding churches and stone cottages ranging from the 1400’s to the present day.

Day 4: Free Day

Discover more about Harrington House and the local area for ideas on how to fill your free day.

Day 5: Bourton To Cold Aston

Option 1 - Bourton To Cold Aston

Distance: 6.5 miles (10.5km)

Ascent: 550 feet (160m)

Highlight: Do look around at various times for some super views towards Little Rissington.

Option 2 - Cold Aston And Clapton

Distance: 8.5 miles (13.5km)

Ascent: 600 feet (180m)

Highlight: The lovely church at Clapton on the Hill.

Option 3 - Cold Aston, Notgrove And Turkdean

Distance: 12miles (19km)

Ascent: 1,100 feet (280m)

In Summary: This walk leaves Bourton-on-the-Water on the Windrush and Gloucestershire Ways to arrive in Cold Aston. A lovely village arranged around a green and a sycamore tree. The Plough Inn is an ideal place for some refreshment then we continue to Notgrove, followed by Turkdean, another lovely village. Then back to Cold Aston on the Macmillan Way before turning off on Monarch’s Way back to Bourton.

Highlight: Explore picturesque Notgrove with its Manor house and beautiful church.

Day 6: Along The Windrush Valley

Option 1 - The Quarry Lakes And Salmonsbury Camp

Distance: 6½ miles (10.5km)

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In Summary: A circular walk starts out along the Monarch’s Way reaching the village of Clapton-on-the-Hill. We return along the Windrush valley back to Bourton.

Option 2 - Sherborne

Distance: 10½ miles (17km)

Ascent: 700ft (220m)

In Summary: Walk from Bourton to Clapton-on-the-Hill, then track south to the attractive village of Sherborne before returning to Bourton via the Windrush valley.

Highlight: An opportunity to stretch your legs and enjoy the rolling countryside to the south of Bourton-on-the- Water.

Option 3 - Little Rissington

Distance: 7½ miles (11.5km)

Ascent: 560 feet (180m)

In Summary: Follow the Monarch’s Way to Clapton-on-the-Hill, then take the route across the valley to Little Rissington. We return via the quarry lakes to Bourton.

Highlight: Visit the 'plague church' at Little Rissington with its memorial window to the Red Arrows and the graves of those killed at the nearby RAF Flying School.

Day 7: Around Bourton

Option 1 - Upper Slaughter And Lower Slaughter

Distance: 5.5 miles (9km)

Ascent: 300 feet (140m)

In Summary: An attraction of this walk is that it includes three villages. We start in bustling Bourton-on-the-Water, crossing farmland to idyllic Lower Slaughter with its fine old houses and cottages sitting beside the picturesque Rive Eye and its attractive bridges. With time to visit the church, look at the Mill, and possibly enjoy the tea room, we then cross meadows to the sleepy and unspoilt village of Upper Slaughter before picking up the River Windrush to return to Harrington House.

Highlight: The mill at Lower Slaughter and two unspoilt Cotswold villages

Option 2 - Bourton To Icomb

Distance: 9.5 miles (15km)

Ascent: 850 feet (260m)

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In Summary: Leaving Bourton via the quarry lakes we ascend to Great Rissington and then across the Cotswold countryside to the idyllic Cotswold stone village of Icomb. With fine views across the Cotswold landscape we return to Harrington House via Greystones nature reserve and the picturesque main street of Bourton-on-the- Water.

Highlight: Take your camera – plenty of quintessential Cotswolds photo opportunities.

Option 3 - Bourton To Stow And Back

Distance: 10.5 miles (17km)

Ascent: 1,000 feet (300m)

Highlight: St Edwards Church (rarely it has the war memorial inside) and the bustling market square at Stow-on- the-Wold.

Day 8: Departure Day

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before making your way home.

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Day 1: Arrival Day

You're welcome to check in from 4pm onwards.

Enjoy a complimentary Afternoon Tea on arrival.

Day 2: Around The Slaughters

Option 1 - The Slaughters And The Salmonsbury Camp

Distance: 7 miles (11km)

Total ascent: 150 feet (100m)

In Summary: On this circular walk from Bourton we visit the pretty villages of Lower and Upper Slaughter following the river Eye.

Option 2 - The Slaughters And Lower Harford

Distance: 7 miles (12km)

Total ascent: 580 feet (180m)

In Summary: Visit both Upper and Lower Slaughter and the medieval village of Lower Harford, before a www.hfholidays.co.uk PAGE 17 [email protected] Tel: +44(0) 20 3974 8865 riverside walk beside the Windrush takes us back to Bourton-on-the-Water.

Option 3 - Naunton & The Windrush Valley

Highlight: We should have time for refreshments in the Black Horse Inn at Naunton and/or the charming mill shop at Lower Slaughter. Keep a lookout for herons on the riverside section of this walk.

Distance: 10½ miles (17km)

Total ascent: 700 feet (220m)

Day 3: The Rissingtons Plus

Option 1 - Couple Of Rissingtons

Distance: 5.5 miles (9km)

Ascent: 250 feet (80m)

Highlight: The moving testament to the memory of RAF serviceman who lost lives in World War II in Little Rissington church.

Option 2 - Three Of The Rissingtons

Distance: 9.5 miles (15km)

Ascent: 500 feet (140m)

Highlight: Beautiful Cotswold villages full of character and great views across the Cotswold countryside.

Option 3 - Bourton To Stow And Back

Distance: 10.5 miles (17km)

Ascent: 1,000 feet (300m)

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Highlight: St Edwards Church (rarely it has the war memorial inside) and the bustling market square at Stow-on- the-Wold.

Day 4: Free Day

Discover more about Harrington House and the local area for ideas on how to fill your free day.

Day 5: Bourton To Cold Aston

Option 1 - Bourton To Cold Aston

Distance: 6.5 miles (10.5km)

Ascent: 550 feet (160m)

Highlight: Do look around at various times for some super views towards Little Rissington.

Option 2 - Cold Aston And Clapton

Distance: 8.5 miles (13.5km)

Ascent: 600 feet (180m)

Highlight: The lovely church at Clapton on the Hill.

Option 3 - Cold Aston, Notgrove And Turkdean

Distance: 12miles (19km)

Ascent: 1,100 feet (280m)

In Summary: This walk leaves Bourton-on-the-Water on the Windrush and Gloucestershire Ways to arrive in Cold Aston. A lovely village arranged around a green and a sycamore tree. The Plough Inn is an ideal place for some refreshment then we continue to Notgrove, followed by Turkdean, another lovely village. Then back to Cold Aston on the Macmillan Way before turning off on Monarch’s Way back to Bourton.

Highlight: Explore picturesque Notgrove with its Manor house and beautiful church.

Day 6: Around Winchcombe

Option 1 - Toddington To Winchcombe

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Highlight: Toddington Manor, owned by contemporary artist Damien Hirst.

Distance: 6½ miles (10½km)

Total ascent: 450 feet (140m)

Option 2 - Winchcombe Circular

In Summary: Enjoy the views over the far reaching Evesham Vale, before passing Hailes Abbey and following the Cotswold Way to end at Sudeley Castle.

Highlight: The little chapel of ease at Farmcote.

Distance: 8½ miles (13½km)

Total ascent: 1,000 feet (320m)

Option 3 - Langley Hill, Cleeve Hill & Belas Knap

Highlight: Belas Knap - a Neolithic long barrow situated on Cleeve hill.

Distance: 10½ miles (17km)

Total ascent: 1,450 feet (440m)

Day 7: Following The Monarch’s Way Through The Cotswolds

Option 1 - Broadwell To Bourton

Distance: 6½ miles (10½km)

Total ascent: 550 feet (160m)

In Summary: A walk along the Monarch's Way from the village of Broadwell to Bourton-on-the-Water. We'll stop to explore Stow-on-the-Wold and the delightful village of Lower Slaughter.

Highlight: Timeless Lower Slaughter was voted the 'most romantic street in Britain'. With its idyllic cottages and watermill. This is delightful spot to stop and relax.

Option 2 - Longborough To Bourton

Distance: 9 miles (14km)

Total ascent: 700 feet (220m)

In Summary: This walk starts in the village of Longborough. We'll head first to Stow-on-the-Wold, then on to Lower Slaughter and Bourton-on-the-Water.

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Highlight: Stow-on-the-Wold is the highest town in the Cotswolds. Explore the market square, once the site of the town's annual sheep fairs.

Option 3 - Moreton-in-Marsh To Bourton

Distance: 11 miles (18km)

Total ascent: 900 feet (280m)

In Summary: Follow the Monarch's Way through gently rolling countryside. Starting from Moreton-in-Marsh our route takes us through Stow-on-the-Wold and Lower Slaughter back to Bourton.

Highlight: Our walk follows the Monarch’s Way - the escape route of Charles II to Shoreham and France after his defeat at the battle of Worcester in 1651.

Day 8: Departure Day

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before making your way home.

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Day 1: Arrival Day

You're welcome to check in from 4pm onwards.

Enjoy a complimentary Afternoon Tea on arrival.

Day 2: The Rissingtons Plus

Option 1 - Couple Of Rissingtons

Distance: 5.5 miles (9km)

Ascent: 250 feet (80m)

Highlight: The moving testament to the memory of RAF serviceman who lost lives in World War II in Little Rissington church.

Option 2 - Three Of The Rissingtons

Distance: 9.5 miles (15km)

Ascent: 500 feet (140m)

Highlight: Beautiful Cotswold villages full of character and great views across the Cotswold countryside.

Option 3 - Bourton To Stow And Back

Distance: 10.5 miles (17km)

Ascent: 1,000 feet (300m)

Highlight: St Edwards Church (rarely it has the war memorial inside) and the bustling market square at Stow-on- the-Wold.

Day 3: Through The Cotswolds To Cirencester

Option 1 - Coates, Thames Source And Cirencester

Distance: 7 miles (11km)

Total ascent: 315 feet (96m)

Don’t miss: Explore Cirencester at the end of the walk. There's much of historical interest in what was Roman Britain’s second largest city.

Option 2 - Sapperton And Cirencester

Distance: 9 miles (15km)

Ascent: 480 feet (140m)

Highlight: In Cirencester you could explore the Abbey grounds, the Corinium museum or the superb 15th century church.

Option 3 - Wysis Way And The Source Of The Thames

Distance: 11 miles (18.5km)

Ascent: 800 feet (240m)

In Summary: Starting in the village of Frampton Mansell we follow the Wysis Way along the Severn Thames

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Highlight: A walk rich in history, including charming Saxon and Norman village churches, rich Roman archaeology and industrial history.

Day 4: Along The Gloucestershire Way To Bourton

Option 1 - Hampnett To Bourton

Distance: 6½ miles (11km)

Ascent: 550 feet (160m)

In Summary: Follow the Diamond and the Macmillan Way to Cold Aston. A third trail - the Gloucestershire Way takes us back to Bourton-on-the-Water.

Highlight: St George's church in Hampnett with it's beautiful Victorian stencilling.

Option 2 - Hazleton To Bourton

Distance: 9 miles (14km)

Ascent: 550 feet (160m)

In Summary: Follow the Gloucestershire Way and Diamond Way through rolling countryside to the Wold villages of Notgrove and Cold Aston, before arriving back at Bourton-on-the-Water.

Highlight: Notgrove Norman Church and nearby manor house, and the Walk through the long avenue of Beech trees.

Option 3 - The Gloucestershire Way

Distance: 10½ miles (17km)

Ascent: 850 feet (260m)

In Summary: Follow the Gloucestershire Way through the rolling countryside of the Cotswolds. We'll pass sleepy villages, then make our way back to Bourton-on-the-Water through the Windrush Valley.

Highlight: We start near the supposedly haunted Frog Mill Inn; once the staging post for the Oxford to Gloucester mail coach.

Day 5: Free Day

Discover more about Harrington House and the local area for ideas on how to fill your free day.

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Day 6: South Along The Windrush Valley

Option 1 - The Quarry Lakes And Salmonsbury Camp

Distance: 6½ miles (10.5km)

Ascent: 400 feet (120m)

In Summary: A circular walk starts out along the Monarch’s Way reaching the village of Clapton-on-the-Hill. We return along the Windrush valley back to Bourton.

Option 2 - Little Rissington

Distance: 7½ miles (11.5km)

Ascent: 560 feet (180m)

In Summary: Follow the Monarch’s Way to Clapton-on-the-Hill, then take the route across the valley to Little Rissington. We return via the quarry lakes to Bourton.

Highlight: Visit the 'plague church' at Little Rissington with its memorial window to the Red Arrows and the graves of those killed at the nearby RAF Flying School.

Option 3 - Sherborne

Distance: 10½ miles (17km)

Ascent: 700ft (220m)

In Summary: Walk from Bourton to Clapton-on-the-Hill, then track south to the attractive village of Sherborne before returning to Bourton via the Windrush valley.

Highlight: An opportunity to stretch your legs and enjoy the rolling countryside to the south of Bourton-on-the- Water.

Day 7: The Cotswold Way To Broadway

Day 8: Departure Day

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before making your way home.

ACCOMMODATION

Harrington House

In one of the prettiest spots in the Cotswolds, Harrington House provides a stylish escape in the form of a traditional country retreat, with the trimmings and flourishes you’d expect. All set in a stately Georgian house www.hfholidays.co.uk PAGE 24 [email protected] Tel: +44(0) 20 3974 8865 that mirrors the mellow architectural styles of the Cotswolds and retains many of its original features; the most breathtaking is the sunny walled garden, surrounded by attractive landscaped gardens. As well as 29 bedrooms, two lounges, a cosy bar and pleasant dining room, there are further feathers in this handsome house’s hat. Quintessential English countryside, described by JB Priestly as, ‘the most English and least spoiled of all our countryside’, is just a short stroll away with pretty villages such as Chipping Campden and the Slaughters, rolling landscapes and classic trails from the Cotswold Way to the Gloucestershire Way and Monarch Way waiting for you to discover them.

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Accommodation Info

Need To Know

Important Covid-19 Steps We Have Taken For Guest Safety: Please Read

Following the relaxation in government guidance on 19 July, we are continuing to take extra steps to keep our guests leaders, and staff safe in our HF country houses. We ask all our guests to respect the measures put in place.

The English, Scottish and Welsh governments are not in sync, so measures in our country houses will vary between the nations. With the relaxation of social distancing in England, from 19 July we will be allowing larger groups to dine and relax in the bar together. However, we will still give guests space e.g. we will seat 6 people at a table where pre-pandemic we may have seated 8. We will ensure our public rooms are well ventilated by opening doors and windows wherever possible. If you have any concerns about distancing, please speak to the House Manager. The government recommendation for England is to wear face coverings in crowded areas. You must wear a face covering by law in public areas in hotels in Scotland. This is mandatory in public spaces; however, face coverings will not be required whilst eating and drinking in the restaurant and bar areas or whilst you are outside our houses. In Wales face coverings will remain a legal requirement indoors, with the exception of hospitality premises.

As a temporary measure, we will not be servicing rooms during a stay. Extra tea, coffee, milk, and toiletries will be made available on request for all guests. It is recommended that guests bring their own toiletries for the duration of their stay. We will though be increasing the frequency of cleaning in our public areas providing particular attention to frequently touched items including door handles and handrails.

Menus for the week will be available in your room on arrival. A self-service breakfast will be served from 7.45am – 9am. Picnic lunches will now be pre-ordered the night before from an order form in the room. Evening meals will be table service. A dinner order form will be available in each room for completion. Dinner is served at either 7.15pm or 7.30pm. Please check at the house for details. The bar will be open. We will be offering a table service but guests can also come to the bar to order (depending on local restrictions).

Join our team after dinner on Wednesday evenings for the HF Big Pub Quiz. There will be one other evening of entertainment at the start of the week, which will vary depending on the country house that you are staying at. Our Walk Leaders will also be on hand in the bar or lounge for individual or small group walks talks briefings, which allow guests to talk through the following day’s walk options and ask any questions. All of our swimming pools are open, except for Glen Coe, which will not re-open this year. Swimming Pools will be operated in line with maximum capacities.

For more information and to see all the steps taken, visit our page on how house stays will be adapted.

Rooms

Tea & coffee-making facilities, TV, Hairdryer, Toiletries, Wi-Fi

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Stay in one of the main building’s beautifully presented rooms or in the adjacent cottages. With 26 bright and airy bedrooms, Harrington House has plenty of space and there’s a range of Good, Better and Best Rooms to choose from: for a stylish stay opt for rooms 1 or 2, both large master bedrooms located on the first floor that come complete with some of the original Palladian features dating back to 1730, pretty feature wallpaper and views out of the front of the building of classic Cotswolds scenery. Alternatively, for a romantic hideaway, plump for Room 24 in the Windrush Cottage and toast your good taste in the private garden that adjoins this large twin room.

All ‘Good’ rooms are ensuite and furnished to a high standard. There are also several ‘Better’ and ‘Best’ Rooms that are either larger or have a desirable view, a more luxurious mattress and larger television – upgrade your stay for just an extra £15-25 per person per night. You can choose a specific room for an extra £30 per room, subject to availability. Upgrade supplements still apply.

Facilities

Free Wi-Fi, boot room and drying room, attractive garden, multi-purpose activity room, lounge, library and board games to borrow

After a day ambling through the Cotswolds, come back to the house and its specially tailored walkers’ facilities. Relax by sitting in the gardens or having a game of croquet on the lawn. Retire to either of the two lounges or climb the sweeping stately staircase to the very top of the house where there’s an observatory looking out across the rooftops of the village. Then pop in to the snug bar for a pint of local ale and a chin wag with fellow guests about their discoveries.

Food & Drink

As at all our country houses, holidays are full board, from afternoon tea served as a welcome treat through that evening’s meal to a hearty breakfast on the day of departure. Lunch is a chance to stock up on our famous picnic snacks. Food at Harrington House is hearty and has a strong emphasis on ingredients from the area and seasonal produce. Once a week the dining room hosts a Local Food Night, when, over a sociable evening, you might tuck in to Cotswold leg of lamb, Bibury rainbow trout and a selection of Gloucestershire cheeses, accompanied with Harrington House homemade chutneys.

Accessibility

For accessibility and assistance information, please contact our expert team on 020 3974 8865 or view the accessibility information online for Harrington House

TRAVEL DETAILS

Our address is: Harrington House, Sherborne Street, Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire, GL54 2BY Tel: 01451 821213

By Train:

The nearest railway station is Moreton-in-Marsh. However, the nearest mainline station is at Cheltenham Spa which may be more convenient. For train times and route planning by train visit www.nationalrail.co.uk or phone 03457 48 49 50.

By Taxi:

From Moreton-in-Marsh station a taxi takes approximately 20 minutes and costs £22 if pre-booked. From Cheltenham Spa station a taxi takes around 35 minutes and costs £42 if pre-booked. Please note these are 2020 prices relevant to a 4-seat taxi. 8-seater taxis will be more expensive.

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Limozena* Tel: +44 (0) 1451 820972 Email: [email protected]

The return taxi journey can be arranged on your behalf by the Harrington House Manager. *Limozena is not owned or managed by HF Holidays

By Bus:

From Moreton-in-Marsh station catch the 801 bus to Bourton-on-the-Water,from where it is a short walk to our Country House. Alight next to the Edinburgh Woollen Mill Shop. Cross the road to the war memorial and continue across the bridge. Follow this road for 150 metres until the road forks. Harrington House is on the left.

By Car:

From the A429 take the road into the centre of Bourton-on-the-Water. At the war memorial by the village green, turn into Sherborne Street. Cross the narrow bridge and continue for approximately 100yds. Just before the road forks, Harrington House is on the left. Look out for our sign. A car park is available in the grounds with free parking.

Travelling From Overseas

For most guests, travelling to London Heathrow airport is the most convenient option.

From Heathrow first take the train to London Paddington station. From here there are direct trains to Moreton- in-Marsh. It's a relatively straightforward journey - just over 2 hours. See www.nationalrail.co.uk for train times.

From Moreton-in-Marsh you can travel on to Bourton-on-the-Water by bus or taxi (see above).

LOCAL AREA

Bourton-on-the-Water is situated at the heart of the Cotswolds, a beautiful area of rolling green hills and attractive stone towns and villages.

Harrington House is located in a quiet street, just 100 metres from the centre of Bourton. This is one of the most popular villages in the Cotswolds, frequently busy with visitors. The River Windrush winds its way through the central village green and is crossed by a series of attractive stone bridges.

Bourton-on-the-Water is a popular destination in its own right with its specialist shops and attractive village green. Local attractions include the Cotswold Motoring Museum, Model Village and Birdland Wildlife Park, all within easy walking distance.

The village has a good range of facilities including a small supermarket, post office, newsagent, pubs and bank.

During your stay at Harrington House you may enjoy visiting the following places of interest:

Chipping Campden

The mellow market town of Chipping Campden, about 30 minutes' drive north of Bourton-on-the-Water, is one of the most visited towns in the Cotswolds.

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Hidcote Manor Gardens

Owned by the National Trust, Hidcote is a small manor house with an exceptional garden designed in the Arts and Crafts style. Around 35 minutes' north from Bourton-on-the-Water.

Bibury

William Morris – one of the key figures in the Arts & Craft Movement – once described Bibury as ‘the most beautiful village in England’. Its most famous part is the row of stone weavers’ cottages in Arlington Row next to the River Coln which date back to 1380; a more attractive set of buildings is hard to imagine. Bibury is 12 miles from Harrington House.

Broadway

Considered as one of the most beautiful villages in Britain, it is easy to see why so many visitors are attracted to Broadway. Take a walk to Broadway Tower for stunning views of the Vale of Evesham. Around 30 minutes' drive from Bourton.

Cotswold Farm Park - Adam Henson's Farm

Cotswold Farm Park was set up in 1971 by Joe Henson – father of Adam Henson, one of the presenters of the BBC’s Countryfile programme. The park is a centre for rare breeds which can be seen in the animal barns and on the rare breed trail. The park is about 5 miles from Harrington House – a ten-minute drive by car.

Stratford-upon-Avon

Famous for its Shakespeare connections, Stratford is an attractive town spanning the River Avon. Of particular interest are the Royal Shakespeare Theatre and the Shakespeare's Birthplace Museum. Around 40 minutes' drive from Bourton.

Blenheim Palace

Blenheim Palace is one of the grandest and best-known stately homes in Britain. It sits in extensive parkland and is also famous as being the ancestral home of Winston Churchill.

Cotswold Wildlife Park And Gardens

Set in 160 acres of beautiful parklands, the Cotswold Wildlife Park is home to an astonishing array of animals from large mammals and primates to birds and reptiles. It is one of the UK’s largest zoological collections. The park is divided into four sections, each with its own team of keepers. The park is about 12 miles from Harrington House and can be reached in about 22 minutes by car.

Cheltenham

The fine Regency spa town of Cheltenham has an excellent range of shops and facilities. Cheltenham is around 25 minutes' drive from Bourton, and can also be reached by an hourly local bus.

Gloucester

The Cathedral city of Gloucester is about 35 minutes' drive to the west of Bourton. The fine Norman cathedral is well worth visiting, as is the National Waterways Museum.

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Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway

Ride the GWSR steam railway through attractive Cotswold countryside from Cheltenham to Toddington about 30 minutes' drive from Bourton. Now restored, this was once the Great Western main line to Birmingham.

Oxford

The famous university city of Oxford is about an hour’s drive from Bourton-on-the-Water. You may wish to stroll through the historic colleges or visit the Ashmolean Museum, the University of Oxford's museum of art and archaeology founded in 1683.

USEFUL HOLIDAY INFORMATION

Essential Information

“There’s no such thing as bad weather, just the wrong type of clothing!” goes the adage. Come prepared for all eventualities and you’ll walk in comfort as well as safety. Britain’s famous for its changeable weather, so here’s our advice on what to wear and bring.

Essentials

• Waterproof walking boots providing ankle support and good grip. • A waterproof jacket and over-trousers • Gloves and a warm hat (it can be chilly at any time of the year) • Rucksack • Water bottle (at least 1 litre capacity) • A small torch (everywhere in winter, year round in mountains) • Sun hat and sunscreen Denim jeans and waterproof capes are not suitable on any walks.

Recommended

• Several layers of clothing, which can be added or removed • Specialist walking socks to avoid blisters. • A first aid kit inc plasters– your leader’s first aid kit doesn’t contain any medication • Sit mat (insulated pad to sit on when you stop for a break)

You Might Also Want

• Walking poles, particularly useful for descents. • Insect repellent • Flask for hot drinks • Rigid lunch box • Gaiters • Blister kit (eg Compeed) just in case • Waterproof rucksack liner

Safety On Your Holiday

Walks may be changed for safety reasons and are subject to a maximum and minimum number of guests. Leaders always consider the safety of the group as a whole, and may need to alter or curtail the walk if the conditions dictate. Your leader may refuse to accept a guest while clothing, equipment or behaviour is unsuitable. In the event of a problem all leaders carry a mobile phone, first aid kit, group shelter, spare maps and a compass.

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If you have a particular health condition or disability please put this on your guest registration form. This information will be confidential to your leaders and the house manager, but leaders do need to take account of any issues when planning walks.

HOW TO BOOK

When you're ready to book, you can choose to book online or book over the phone. Our website offers secure online booking for our holidays, is available 24/7, and offers more in-depth information about all our holidays. If you prefer to call us, our experienced and knowledgeable team are available to answer any specific questions you have and can offer guidance as to which holiday is best suited to your needs.

Our office is open: Monday to Friday: 9am – 7pm Saturday: 9am – 1pm Sunday & Bank Holiday Monday: closed

PAYING YOUR DEPOSIT

To secure the holiday of your choice, you will need to pay a deposit: UK & European Holidays: £150 per person and Worldwide Holidays: £250 per person. You can pay your deposit by debit or credit card with no additional card fees charged or make an online BACS payment directly into HF’s bank account, please see details under BACS payments. You can also pay your deposit by cheque within seven days of booking. Cheques should be made payable to ‘HF Holidays Ltd’ with your booking reference / Order ID on the back.

NON-MEMBER FEE

Non-members can join our holidays by paying a Non-Member’s fee of £30 per person per holiday. Alternatively, full membership is available from £100 – visit hfholidays.co.uk/membership for details.

BACS PAYMENTS

Please quote your booking reference / Order ID when you make your payment online: Bank Name: Svenska Handelsbanken AB (publ) Account Name: HF Holidays Ltd Account Number: 35923304 Sort Code: 40-51-62 IBAN: GB92HAND40516235923304 Swift / Bic Code: HANDGB22

Once we have received your booking and deposit, we will send a confirmation invoice to the lead name. Please check this carefully. For bookings ‘with flights’ it is essential that the names on your booking confirmation invoice match those on your passport for bookings overseas. Please advise us immediately of any errors. Any name changes after the balance of your holiday has been paid will be subject to a fee levied by the airline.

MANAGE MY BOOKINGS

Payments can also be made through the Manage My Booking function on our website. Click on the link at the top of our homepage. This is available to all customers who provide an email address at the time of booking.

YOUR FINAL BALANCE

The balance is due 10 weeks before departure. As with paying your deposit, you can pay your final balance by debit or credit card, make an online BACS payment directly into HF’s bank account or pay by cheque.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

Travel insurance is an important part of any booking and essential for one of our holidays. HF Holidays works with specialist. Insurance Brokers Campbell Irvine Direct. For more information or to obtain a quote call them on 01702 427 236 or visit hfholidays.co.uk/insurance

PEACE OF MIND

ATOL:

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The air holidays and flights in this brochure are ATOL-protected, since we hold an Air Travel Organiser’s Licence granted by the Civil Aviation Authority. Our ATOL number is ATOL 710. In the unlikely event of our insolvency, the CAA will ensure that you are not stranded abroad and will arrange to refund any money you have paid us for advance bookings. For further information visit the ATOL website atol.org.uk

MEMBER OF ABTOT:

HF Holidays is a member of ABTOT (The Association of Bonded Travel Organisers Trust Limited) which provides financial protection under the Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations 1992 for HF Holidays Ltd and in the event of their insolvency, protection is provided for the following: 1. non-flight packages commencing in and returning to the UK; 2. non-flight packages commencing and returning to a country other than the UK; 3. flight inclusive packages that commence outside of the UK and Republic of Ireland, which are sold to customers outside of the UK and Republic of Ireland. 1, 2 and 3 provides for a refund in the event you have not yet travelled. 1 and 3 provides for repatriation. Please note that bookings made outside the UK and Republic of Ireland are only protected by ABTOT when purchased directly with HF Holidays Ltd.

TRIP NOTE VALIDITY

These Trip Notes are valid based on the date printed at the bottom of the page. They will occasionally be updated post booking and pre-departure. We will send you the latest trip notes prior to departure through a link in your pre departure documents or we can send you a copy in the post if preferred.

In booking this trip you should be confident in your ability to participate in all activities described in these Trip Notes. If you have any doubt about your suitability you should call HF Holidays and ask to speak to one of the team about this itinerary.

The information in these Trip Notes is given in good faith. Where differences exist between the Trip Notes and our current brochure, the Trip Notes supersede the brochure. All holidays can be subject to unexpected changes; so please be prepared to be flexible where necessary. At times, it may not be possible to follow the itinerary as planned due to weather conditions, political, physical or other factors. In these circumstances we will make the best possible alternative arrangements to maintain the integrity of the original itinerary.

PRICE GUARANTEE

We promise that our earliest published prices will always be the best and if we reduce our holiday price after your booking has been confirmed, we will pass this reduction on to you. Our price promise applies if any subsequent offer price is for an identical holiday, duration, location and date and does not cover any optional extras, flights or additional services.

Document produced: 30-09-2021