HF Holidays Blog
With over 100 years experience, HF Holidays knows the best ingredients for holidays in the great outdoors.
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How our country house stays will adapt after lockdown
As we slowly reopen in the wake of the Coronavirus lockdown, our country house stays are set to be organised a little differently; extra steps have been taken to keep our guests and house teams safe while we return to action. Here are some of the ways in which our country house stays will adapt.
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A guide to British Seabirds and species to spot on the Northumberland coast
Spotting seabirds can be one of the great joys of a guided walking holiday on the UK'c wild coastlines. Here, HF Walk Leader Patrick Norris shares his insights and tips for identifying coastal birds in Northumberland and the Farne Islands.
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How well do you know the Lake District - An HF Quiz
The Lake District is the most popular national park in the UK by far but how well do you really know it? Take our quiz just for fun and discover more about this beautiful corner of the country.
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Experience Mallorca, underrated Mediterranean gem
Make tracks to Mallorca. Watch our aerial footage of this underrated Mediterranean gem and discover where you could be exploring as part of a guided walking holiday in Mallorca.
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Recipes from our chefs - posh pork wellington
Try this at home - Head Chef Sean from Dolserau Hall in Southern Snowdonia shows us how to make posh pork wellington, accompanied by his grandpa Roy's legendary cabbage and a cider gravy. Follow the recipe and watch his video, then give the dish a go!
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How well do you know wales - an hf quiz
Wales is the small package that good things come in. But how well do you know this geographically diverse and historically varied destination? Take our just-for-fun quiz to test your travel knowledge.
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UK National Trails - An HF Quiz
The National Trails are some of the most beautiful walks through the varied countryside of England and Wales. See how well you know these and Scotland's Great Trails in our quiz.
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How to identify trees by their leaves
Trees are an impressive feature of the British landscape. Use these top tips from HF Nature Leader Russell Hedley to help you identify trees by their leaves when out walking.
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Experience the tranquillity of Lake Bled and the Julian Alps
Watch Now: Get a taste of what it is like to explore Lake Bled and the Julian Alps on a guided walking holiday with our aerial drone footage and discover what you could be doing on your next adventure.
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Experience the Seefeld Plateau, Austria's Alpine summer playground
Waltz into Seefeld, in Austria's Tyrol region to sample Alpine walking and living. Watch our drone film footage to discover where you could be exploring on a guided walking holiday in Austria.
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6 ways to plan and prepare for your next travel adventure
If travel seems a long way off at the moment, here's how to use the time to plan and prepare for your next adventure in the great outdoors. Don't miss the opportunity to get ready - here's how!
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Recipes from our chefs - Carrot Cake Swiss Roll
Try this at home - Head Chef Sean from Dolserau Hall in Southern Snowdonia shows us how to make Swiss Roll with a twist, using carrot cake. Follow the recipe and watch his video, then give the dish a go!
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National Parks of the World - An HF Quiz
The world has many wild and beautiful areas that are protected by national park status. They are havens for wildlife and fantastic places to explore. Here we’ve selected some of our favourites around the world and invite you to test your knowledge in our travel quiz.
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6 of the best travel books about mountains
Not all great books about mountains have to be about scaling them heroically or surviving seemingly impossible odds. that challenge and inspire you simply by telling the story of mountains and mountaineering, of people fascinated with high places and of those who walk among them. Here we’ve collated some of our favourites for you to seek out and enjoy.
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Experience the landscapes of Lanzarote from the air
Lanzarote rocks. Watch our new aerial footage of Lanzarote and discover where you could be exploring as part of a guided walking holiday in Lanzarote with HF holidays.
