New UK holidays for 2024

For 2024, we’ve put together a host of exciting new UK holidays and fresh itineraries for old favourites. From following in the footsteps of Britain’s greatest poets and walking wonderful stretches of coastline in Cornwall, Northumberland, and Wales, to a guided walking holiday in Dartmoor that’s packed with stunning views and history; there’s plenty in store to help inspire next year’s adventures.

This route along the Northumberland Coast Path follows one of the finest stretches of AONB-awarded coastline in the country. Over the course of 62 miles, you’ll enjoy long stretches of golden sands, timeless fishing villages, and incredible castles.

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Explore the best of Cornwall’s coastline and some of its lesser-trodden inland trails on this 6 or 7 night itinerary. From our base in the charming harbour town of Looe we’ll stride out along some of the finest sections of the South West Coast path and enjoy plenty of time to discover the sights and scenery Cornwall is famous for. 

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With its windswept moorland, striking granite tors, and ever-present herds of wild ponies, it’s easy to see why walkers find Dartmoor’s myth-steeped landscapes so appealing. Discover this much-loved national park’s most wow-worthy sights and fascinating prehistoric ruins with the help of our experienced HF Holidays Leaders. 

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Exploring sweeps of open moorland, heather-clad hills, historic villages, and wooded valleys with panoramic views over the Exmoor coast, discover places that inspired the poet Coleridge to pen famous works including The Rime of the Ancient Mariner and the epic poem, Kubla Khan.

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From our base in St Davids, Britain’s smallest city, you’ll strike out on some of north-west Pembrokeshire’s most scenic walks. Along the way there’ll be photo opportunities, wildlife watching, and a chance to summit Carningli – the Welsh mountain strewn with ancient ruins and megalithic cairns.

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Steeped in Welsh history and folklore, the Meirionnydd Coast Path makes for some fascinating walking. With Snowdonia’s rugged mountains as a backdrop, we’ll walk some of the most scenic sections of the Wales Coast Path as we journey from Penrhyndeudraeth to Aberdyfi and and into the rolling countryside around Machynlleth.

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Combine a creative writing workshop with a walking holiday. Designed to help you become the writer you want to be, these breaks are perfect for both absolute beginners and budding authors looking to build their skills, style, and confidence in the stunning surrounds of our country houses in the Cotswolds and the Southern Lake District.

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Now even better, these itineraries have been tweaked to fit in even more wow-worthy walking and standout sights.

Journey along the best of Northumberland’s AONB-awarded coastline as you follow in the footsteps of the early 7th century King of Northumbria on St Oswald’s Way. Visit charming fishing villages, marvel at incredible coastal castles, and top it all by walking across the narrow causeway to the stunning tidal island of Lindisfarne (also known as Holy Island).

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Walk all 97 miles of St Oswald’s Way. From the UNESCO-listed Hadrian’s Wall to the stunning tidal island of Lindisfarne (also known as Holy Island), you’ll journey through miles of glorious countryside and along the best of Northumberland’s AONB-awarded coastline. 

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