Great Glen Way Guided Trail

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The UK has a famously unpredictable climate so it's best to be prepared for weather that’s sunny one minute and raining the next.  To make it easier, here’s a list of items you should consider packing.   
Essentials  

Suitable footwear such as waterproof walking boots that provide ankle support and good grip  
Waterproof and windproof jacket 
Comfortable clothing (jeans & waterproof capes are not suitable)  
Mid-layer(s) to keep you warm. Fleeces make a good choice
Waterproof overtrousers  
Gloves and a warm hat  
Rucksack with waterproof liner 
Flask for hot drinks   
Water bottle (at least 1 litre capacity)  
Sunscreen  
UV sunglasses  

For holidays operating October through to the end of March, please also bring the following on your walks:

spare warm clothing
spare high energy food
head torch and spare batteries
please note for the October to March season your waterproof jacket needs to offer a high level of waterproofing and wind resistance, and a hood. Look for a waterproof jacket with sealed/taped seams and a minimum HH (hyrodstatic head - this is the rating given on waterproof jackets) of 10,000mm+

Recommended  

Several base layers (long-sleeve or short-sleeve)  
Cushioned walking socks to avoid blisters  
First aid kit, including plasters and midge repellent/net and tick remover tool
Sit mat   
Waterproof pouch for valuables  
Rubbish bag (remember to always leave no trace)  
Wallet/purse  
Camera
Walking poles
Midge net
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PLEASE NOTE the website www.travelinescotland.com is a fantastic resource for public transport in Scotland and planning your journey.
Holiday Start
Your first three nights are spent at Alltshellach (HF Holidays Country House).
By Air
There are International flights and also flights from around the UK to Glasgow International Airport. From Glasgow International Airport take the regular airport bus to Glasgow Central station (journey time 30 minutes) (www.glasgowairport.com). You may also wish to consider pre-booking with all-electric, intercity bus service Ember (as they operate a dynamic service based on pre-booked seats); https://www.ember.to/ or please see Traveline Scotland above. There are also flights to Glasgow Prestwick Airport, which has its own railway station with frequent trains (journey time 45 minutes to Glasgow Central station), (www.gpia.co.uk).
By Bus
You can reach Alltshellach from Glasgow Airport by bus from Glasgow City using the Scottish Citylink Bus (the nearest bus stop is at North Ballachulish  (not Ballachulish) which is a 400m walk from Alltshellach). See www.citylink.co.uk for the timetable and to book in advance. Please also see the Ember service mentioned above.
By Rail
The nearest railway station to Alltshellach is at Fort William and there are trains from Glasgow. You can take a taxi to the house; there are plenty of taxi companies available in Fort William if you search online, or our house manager can arrange a local taxi from Fort William if required. Alternatively please see above for information regarding bus timetables from Fort William to North Ballachulish (a 400m walk away).
Holiday Finish
Your final four nights are spent at our partner accommodation in Inverness, the Glen Mhor Hotel.
By Air
You can reach Inverness Airport by taxi (approx. 25 mins) or by using the Stagecoach bus (approx. 50 mins) see Welcome to Stagecoach for the timetable and to book in advance. There are flights throughout the UK out of Inverness.
By Rail
The nearest railway station to the hotel is Inverness (3 mins by taxi). The hotel team can arrange a local taxi if required.
By Car
If you have travelled to Alltshellach by car, you may wish to travel by bus back to the house; please see www.travelinescotland.com for bus timetables. Thank you.
 
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Our experienced and knowledgeable volunteer leaders undergo a thorough assessment to lead you on your holiday and are delighted to share their knowledge and enthusiasm with you. Please ensure you complete and hand in your registration form on arrival and let the leader know about any medical problems you may have. This may be useful in the event of a problem on the walk and will be treated confidentially by the leader.  
In The Event Of A Problem  
If you become separated from your group, please stay where you are. Your leader will retrace their steps to find you. 
All our leaders carry a mobile phone, group shelter, spare maps and a compass. In the unlikely event your leader is incapacitated, please use any emergency kit in their rucksack and call the emergency services (call 999 in the UK, or 112 overseas).  
Please then try to call the hotel where you are staying to let them know there is a problem.  
If you have any cause for complaints regarding accommodation, you should notify your leader who can then attempt to rectify the problem.  
Ticks  
Ticks are tiny creatures that live in vegetation and can attach themselves to passing animals or walkers and may carry a risk of Lyme Disease. Please refer to NHS advice and guidelines for information prior to your holiday.  
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Ticks
Ticks are tiny creatures that live in vegetation and can attach themselves to passing animals or walkers and may carry a risk of Lyme Disease. Please refer to NHS advice and guidelines for information prior to your holiday.
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Our experienced and knowledgeable volunteer leaders undergo a thorough assessment to lead you on your holiday and are delighted to share their knowledge and enthusiasm with you.
Please ensure you complete and hand in your registration form on arrival and let the leader know about any medical problems you may have. This may be useful in the event of a problem on the walk and will be treated confidentially by the leader.
In the event of a problem
If you become separated from your group, please stay where you are. Your leader will retrace their steps to find you.
All our leaders carry a mobile phone, group shelter, spare maps and a compass. In the unlikely event your leader is incapacitated, please use any emergency kit in their rucksack and call the emergency services (call 999 in the UK, or 112 overseas).
Please then try to call the hotel where you are staying to let them know there is a problem.
If you have any cause for complaints regarding accommodation, you should notify your leader who can then attempt to rectify the problem.
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Suggested Reading and Maps
Your leader will carry all the necessary maps and guides. For you own interest you may consider looking at some of the following:
www.greatglenway.com
Harvey Maps: Great Glen Way (strip maps on a single sheet)
Footprint Maps: Great Glen Way (strip map on a single sheet)
Great Glen Way by Jacquetta Megarry and Sandra Bardwell (also contains small scale strip maps) 
Ordnance Survey 1:50,000 Landranger sheets 26 (Inverness and Loch Ness), 34 (Fort Augustus) and 41 (Ben Nevis)
Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 Explorer Sheets 392 (Ben Nevis and Fort William), 400 (Loch Lochy and Glen Roy) and 416 (Inverness, Loch Ness and Culloden)
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