The walk on which these pictures were taken started from Earl Sterndale in Derbyshire. The walk from the village took us across fields and by track to the sharp end of the cock's comb that is Chrome Hill. The climb was steep and grassy but he view from the top was very much worth the effort. The day has a forecast of 1250 feet of climbing, at our first coffee break we had already done nearly half of the days ascent. The scramble down the north western end of the hill was interesting but not technical.

A long undulating series of paths and tracks led us round and down into the valley of the River Dove. Here it was a smaller stream than he Dove of the Compleat Angler or at Milldale and 'Dovedale.' We crossed the stream by the delightful Washgate Bridge. A reminder of the days when goods moved across the country in panniers slung from packhorses. This bridge with it's single file crossing and very low [no more than knee high] parapets to allow clearance for packhorse's panniers is a piece of history that will hopefully stand for many more years to come.

Great holiday. Third visit to Alltshellach and again superb. Sure it will not be my last visit! Thanks to John and staff.

A long journey to get there, but as soon as I saw the view from my room and the sight of the sun setting over the hills above Loch Leven on our after dinner Saturday evening stroll, I knew there was no better place to be!!
Martin Smith, Nottingham

These pictures where taken during one of our Christmas breaks, 2006, from Holnicote House, Selworthy.
Keith Lambert, Chandler's Ford

Just back from Freshwater   Bay , we had a fantastic week. We did a 12.5 mile walk on Thursday. In all Lindsey and me walked 46 miles and climbed a total of 4300 feet. We had to have a day off on Tuesday as our legs had seized up !
Jacky Cox and her daughter Lindsey, aged 16, London

Beautiful holiday in spite of wind, chill, drizzle and dismal skies - Lots of wildflowers, a lovely heated pool to come back to, excellent meals and good company, as usual.
Judy Roesset, USA

The house manager, with his cheerful friendly staff, run a house with a warm happy atmosphere. Very clean and tidy with beautiful grounds. The food is good and plentiful, served well. Also the four Leaders where very good, well lead walks, with a good program of evening entertainment.
Mr P. Stafford, Birmingham

This is a selection of the 300 pictures or so photos that I took during my "HF Holidays" trip to Albiano in Northern Tuscany (Italy) in May 2005.  The main activities of the trip were walking in the beautiful Tuscan countryside, sightseeing in Lucca, Florence and Pisa, as well as consuming large quantities of Italian food and wine.
Graham Jack, Maidenhead

It was a super holiday - beautiful coastline, stark granite mountains, abundant wildflowers, comfy hotel with good food.
Judy Roesset, USA

This was a holiday of a lifetime. We saw sunset on Lake Titicaca, and wonderful landscapes with snow-topped mountains almost everywhere we went.

Our leader Brian Park advising and befriending, together with the organisational ability and helpfulness of Clark Kotula of Amazonus Explorer combined to make this holiday truly exceptional. They were united in their efforts to ensure that the holiday was as problem-free as possible.

The guides on trek were at all times ready to impart their extensive local knowledge, and gave individual help whenever needed. Indeed they became our very good friends. We were sad to say goodbye.

The cooks and porters were amazingly industrious and always cheerful and friendly. The provision for our welfare and comfort far exceeded our expectations. The "packed lunch" we were given on the first day looked adequate. What we did not know was that this was not lunch in the sense of luncheon but something to be getting on with between breakfast and lunch!

On some of the mountain roads driving conditions were obviously difficult particularly over the pass to reach Colca Lodge. Returning over the same pass a couple of days later conditions were exacerabated by a light snowfall. The driver Armando displayed unerring concentration and control, negotiating sharp bends and inclines impeccably.

Congratulations HF for providing us with this wonderful holiday.
Esna Kaufman, Hemel Hempstead, Herts

We ave just returned from the best ever holiday yet. Couldn't stop
taking photos. Excellent friendly company and leader.
Keith Lambert, Hants

We have just enjoyed the most excellent holiday. Good food, and plenty of it, easy cycling even though this was a two bike rating. Our guide was knowledgable and our driver was exceptional, he really made all the difference. His English was very good which was helpful, as most of the other cyclists were German, he had a wonderfully cheery disposition, and couldn't do enough to help us enjoy our holiday. Last year we did the Loire Cruise and cycle, which was also a wonderful holiday. Our only problem is deciding which one to try next. Many thanks.
Christine & Richard Ryan, Yelvertoft, Northants

Having enjoyed the easier Passau/Vienna trip a few years ago, we thought we would try Dordogne. The route was challenging without being exhausting, and well within the capabilities of 2 reasonably healthy, (but not superfit) 50+ year olds. We did have to push the bikes on 2 occasions, but there were wonderful views and also long, long downhill bits to make up for it!

The large scale maps with highlighted route, and accompanying notes were absolutely spot on - plans were well thought out with many useful tips and suggestions.

Hotels were just right, the best in town. The food was wonderful. Every hotel provided delicious freshly cooked meals -beautifully presented. Siorac was our favourite –a small hotel –everything done by the owner and his wife. His restaurant was permanently fully booked it was so popular. This seemed to be just in the spirit of the HF holidays I remember from my youth.
Good job we were cycling or we would have put on lbs!

The sightseeing possibilities were super –and the pre-booking of Font de Gaume was most appreciated.

The bikes were good –light and easy geared and this time repair kits were included .

Suitcases arrived well before us every day- in our rooms waiting at some hotels.
Mrs Pat Goose, Laceby