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We're blowing our own trumpet here, but as a British heritage brand with over 111 years of travel experience, we know a thing or two about the best walking destinations on the planet. Here’s hoping you find our blog to be a fabulous source of news, ideas, advice, and up-to-date information (as well as hours of escapist fun).

Welcoming Our New Chair: A Conversation with Stephen Guile Six Months In!

Posted on 22nd September 2026 (2 days ago)

Stephen Guile When Stephen Guile talks about HF Holidays, one word comes up again and again: belonging. Having holidayed with HF since the early 2000s, served as a Director since 2018 and more recently as Vice Chair, Stephen’s appointment as Chair feels like a natural progression rooted in service, experience and a deep love of walking.

Latest Blog Articles

Why we’re mad about Madeira

Posted on 14th September 2026 (10 days ago)

Though it’s only 35 miles long and 14 miles wide, small-but-mighty Madeira packs a punch when it comes to walking holidays. A landscape crisscrossed with scenic mountain walking trails combined with colourful culture, food, and yearround sunshine, it’s hard not to be smitten by the ‘floating garden’ of the Atlantic.

King Charles III England Coastal Path

Posted on 6th July 2026 (80 days ago)

With the official launch of the King Charles III England Coast Path, England now offers one of the longest continuous coastal walking routes in the world — an extraordinary 2,700‑mile trail linking wild headlands, harbour towns, chalk cliffs, long sandy bays, and centuries of coastal heritage.

Tried & Tested: Cotswold Outdoor Gear that Goes the Distance

Posted on 22nd June 2026 (94 days ago)

As an HF member, you can now enjoy 15% off at Cotswold Outdoor, making it easier to invest in kit you can rely on. To help you choose, HF Leader Helen Hack has tested a selection of walking gear in real conditions, from Northumberland's coastal paths to the exposed ridges and sheltered valleys of the Simonside Hills - a true test of comfort, durability and performance.

Summer Dining 2026

Posted on 22nd June 2026 (94 days ago)

Summer has arrived at our HF Country Houses, and with it comes a menu designed for long, sunny days and relaxed evenings around the table.

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Trusted British co-operative

We are proud to be Britain’s only walking holiday co-operative. Led by almost 40,000 members, offering hundreds of holidays across the UK and overseas, with all surplus being reinvested back into our Society.

Flexible choice of guided walks

Experienced volunteer HF Leaders guide every walk at our UK country houses, offering up to three daily options. Making it easy to find a holiday to suit your ability, and with the flexibility to switch grades each walking day.

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Become an HF Member to benefit from our Price Pledge. Secure your first choice of holiday early, and if the cost drops after you book, we will automatically refund the difference (exc. travel agent, group and self-guided bookings).

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If the flights we have organised are cancelled or changed, we’ll do everything we can to find alternative transport, with minimal disruption to your holiday

If we cancel your holiday, we honour all refund requests 

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We know that peace of mind is priceless, so we’ll always go above and beyond to meet – and exceed – expectations

If the flights we have organised are cancelled or changed, we’ll do everything we can to find alternative transport, with minimal disruption to your holiday

HF Holidays

A British heritage brand with 111 years of experience

Offering a choice of over 260 itineraries in nearly 40 countries

Run as a co-operative with 40,000-plus members

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