UK walking holidays

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Walking & Sightseeing Holidays in the UK

Discover the Best Walking Holidays in the UK

Our UK walking holidays offer unforgettable experiences in the country’s most spectacular National Parks and National Landscapes. From John O'Groats to Lands End and beyond, we line-up wow-worthy walks to suit all experience levels and interests, and comfortable stays in our characterful country houses or handpicked partner hotels.

Let our expert guides help you discover the beauty of the UK’s countryside, coastlines, and historic landmarks.

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Scenic Walks in Northern England and Scotland

All never ending skies and wide-open spaces, walking opportunities in the north are every bit as spectacular as you’d expect. Our walking holidays in the Scottish Highlands can help you conquer the 1,345-metre-high peak of Ben Nevis – the UK’s tallest summit. Or, explore the glistening lochs of Glen Coe National Nature Reserve where herds of Scottish red deer roam free across the glens.

Northumberland is home to some of the best-preserved parts of Hadrian’s Wall – the legendary frontier of the Roman Empire for nearly 300 years. Follow in the footsteps of Roman Legionaries as you join our expert leaders on a coast-to-coast walk along Hadrian’s Wall, known as one of the best walks in the UK. Or discover Northumberland’s National Landscape-awarded coastline where beautiful beaches give way to mighty castles.

Walking Trails in the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales

The Lake District National Park boasts a superb selection of mountains including Blencathra, Cat Bells, Helvellyn, Skiddaw, and even Scafell Pike – the highest peak in England at 978 metres. Whether you want gentle lakeside strolls or a week-long Wainwright-bagging break, we can lead you on some of the best walks in the Lake District.

In Yorkshire, we’ve got guided walking holidays that tackle the trio of summits known as the Yorkshire Three Peaks, plus long-distance hikes on the Dales Way, and short, scenic walks in stunning areas such as Sedbergh and Malham.

The Paths of the Peak District

In the Midlands, it’s the Peak District that’s the real crowd pleaser. We offer dramatic walks to the likes of Stanage Edge, the Roaches, and across the rolling green hills of the Staffordshire-Derbyshire border - must-see highlights for anyone planning a Peak District walking holiday.

Walking Holidays in Wales and Southern England

A Shropshire walking holiday with us allows you to explore one of England’s best-loved National Landscapes. Encounter ruined castles and rare wildlife while roaming the Stretton Hills, the Carding Mill Valley, and the Long Mynd – an area of common land that’s been home to grazing ponies and bleating sheep for centuries.

Cross into Wales to experience walking holidays in Snowdonia (Eryri) National Park, where fjord-like lakes, ancient woodlands, and Wales' highest peaks define the landscape. After exploring the Brecon Beacons (Bannau Brycheiniog) National Park, visit Hay-on-Wye, famous for its bookshops and literary festivals.

The Cotswolds: A Top Destination for Walking Holidays

To experience quintessential English countryside, the Cotswolds remains one of the best walking destinations in the UK. A walking holiday in the Cotswolds can take you to charming villages like Chipping Campden and Stow-on-the- Wold, as well as the Roman spa-city of Bath.

Coastal Walking Holidays in Cornwall, Exmoor, and Isle of Wight

The southwest of England is ideal for coastal walking holidays. Part of north Devonshire, Exmoor National Park rewards visitors with sweeping hills, wooded combes, and coastline in every shade of blue.

Discover otherworldly rock formations on coastal paths while in Cornwall and retrace smuggler’s routes with walks from Lands End to Lizard Point — mainland Britain’s most southerly point. When it’s time to refuel, this region reels in some of the best seafood and serves up the famous Cornish pasty and the cream tea, too.

Walking experiences in the UK extend beyond the mainland. On the Isle of Wight, walk the Tennyson Trail named after poet laureate Alfred Lord Tennyson. Or embark on island-hopping adventures across the Channel Islands - Jersey, Guernsey, Alderney, Herm, and Sark.

Causeway Coast and Giant’s Causeway: Walking in Northern Ireland

Don’t miss Northern Ireland, where walking holidays along the Causeway Coast provide stunning views over emerald, green headlands and the Atlantic Ocean. But the biggest highlight here is to visit the UNESCO-listed Giant’s Causeway, a hexagonal-shaped carpet of rocky steppingstones, some of which are up to 12 metres tall.

Why Choose our UK Walking Holidays?

With options for guided group walking holidays, self-guided walking holidays, and family-friendly walking adventures, we offer incredible experiences across the UK’s most scenic regions.