Member news
Welcome to your April 2023 edition of Footnotes

Introduction to our new board members
On Saturday 1 April 2023, the 109th Annual General Meeting of HF Holidays took place at the Radlett Centre. After a hugely successful event we’re delighted to announce the five elected candidates who will take their seats on our board.
Elected candidates:
Richard Drury – 4 year term & re-elected
Stephen Guile – 4 year term & re-elected
Andrea (Illy) Illingworth – 4 year term - new
Robyn Lynch – 2 years - new
Jerry Gould – 1 year - new

Increase your investment
Benefit from our increased interest rate
The Bank of England recently raised interest rates for the eleventh consecutive time, meaning savings rates will rise as a response. The Board has taken this into consideration and introduced TIERED interest rates from 06 April 2023 in accordance with our rule (10.3).
This means that you can earn up to 3% interest on your shares, depending on your level of investment (this additional reward only applies to Investment Plus Members with more than £10,000 of shares).

Watch our AGM 2023
If you missed the AGM, you can watch a recording of the event on our website.
Save the date for 2024
Join us for what will be the 110th Annual General Meeting on Saturday 6 April 2024. The location will be announced February 2024.
Watch our Member Q&A 2023
Membership lies at the heart of our business. Run as a co-operative, over 46,000 members are the ones that make HF Holidays so special.
Members were given the opportunity to submit questions, and this year's Q&A on 29 March was hosted by our Chair, Ben Reid, former Director, Elaine Barclay, and CEO, David Harrington.

Member breaks
Browse our selection of guided and self-guided holidays in the UK & overseas for members only.
NEW - Lake Maggiore holiday for members only
Discover the shimmering blue waters and mountain surrounds of Lake Maggiore. Our base in the chic resort of Stresa is ideal for hikes in the Anzasca Valley, journeys through the foothills of Mount Rosa, and visits to postcard-worthy towns like Cannero and Cannobio near the Swiss border.

New holidays for 2023
We’re always looking for innovative ways to inspire those with a passion for travel. That’s why we’ve created a whole host of new holidays and experiences that tick boxes for fun, fresh air, and the feelgood factor. Here’s an exclusive look at our latest breaks.
Amalfi Coast Cooking & Walking
Spend a week indulging in all the Amalfi Coast has to offer: from getting hands on with a trio of Italian cooking lessons to hiking the Path of the Gods – a route that takes you high above Amalfi’s steeply sloping terraces of citrus trees for spectacular views over the Med.
Discover Italy’s Brenta Dolomites
Located between Lake Garda and Selva, the Brenta Dolomites provide a dramatic backdrop to some spectacular walking trails in northern Italy’s UNESCO-listed Adamello Brenta Natural Park. Stay in the mountain village of Madona Di Campiglio and take on everything from sky-high ridge walks to forested rambles, all steeped in fascinating WWI history.
All-inclusive walking holidays
Our great-value walking holidays just got even better. We’re delighted to announce that we’ve just launched a brand-new all-inclusive drinks package on selected dates at our UK country houses. After a long day of walking or sightseeing, reward yourself with a wide range of soft drinks, wines, spirits, and beers (including alcohol-free options) from 6pm to 11pm every evening during your stay.

Single room availability
We have room types for everyone on our holidays and while our single rooms do sell out quickly, there are still plenty available. If you can't find the right room on a holiday you want, please do give us a call on 020 3974 8865.

Longmynd House renovations
Thanks to your investment, Longmynd House in Shropshire has recently undergone a £1.2 million makeover. In February, we had the pleasure of welcoming our first guests of the season following the renovations. Despite some minor ongoing works, the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, and we couldn’t be more excited about this new chapter in the house’s history.
Book your stay at the newly-renovated Longmynd House for an enhanced experience at our characterful country property in the Shropshire Hills.

HF Holidays Tour Managers in Europe
We’re pleased to launch an all-new volunteer role for selected holidays in Europe. Our HF Holidays Tour Managers will provide guests with practical support throughout their trip and ensure travel arrangements run as smoothly as possible. Paired with local guides who know a place best, the combined language skills and knowledge of both will ensure our guests get maximum enjoyment out of their trip.
To find out more about the differences between our UK and Europe walking holidays click here to read our blog.
Longer reads: view our blog
We're blowing our own trumpet here, but as a British heritage brand with nearly 110 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).

Pathways Fund
For many years, our Pathways Fund has provided assisted holidays to those who could not otherwise afford one. Since 1998, the fund has helped to protect and improve the countryside where HF Holidays guests and members walk.
A few examples include:
- Putting up signposts, stiles, bridges, and way marks
- Maintaining footpaths, walls, and hedges
- Clearing ponds, removing trees, and planting
- Providing equipment to mountain rescue teams

Group bookings made easy
Whether it’s a big family get-together, a long overdue weekend with friends, or an annual outing with your club or society, our Groups Team is passionate about finding you the perfect holiday. Whatever you’re planning, from start to finish we’re with you every step of the way.
For group bookings made easy, please call the team on 020 8732 1260.

Holiday opening hours
Our opening hours:
Friday 7 April: Closed
Saturday 8 April: 9.00am - 1.00pm
Sunday 9 April: Closed
Monday 10 April: 9.00am – 1.00pm
Normal Hours:
Monday to Friday: 9.00am - 5.30pm
Saturday: 9.00am - 1.00pm
Sunday: Closed
Bank Holidays: 9.00am - 1.00pm
Outside of these hours you can email one of our team, or make a booking online.
For queries relating to your membership, please contact the Membership Team on 020 8372 1290 or click here to email.