HF Holidays Blog
With over 100 years experience, HF Holidays knows the best ingredients for holidays in the great outdoors.
Keep up to date with all the latest news from HF Holidays and the great outdoors.
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Get Crafty with Christine
Christine Green has a unique creative profile; BBC graphic designer, Head of Film and Animation at Kingston University, author of ‘Contemporary Needlepoint’ and Kodak’s former Young Photographer of the year, self taught paper cutter and quilt maker. Christine takes a holistic approach to creativity, has infectious enthusiasm and is passionate about inspiring others to venture off-piste and develop their own creative interests.
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Fell trail to bypass collpased road
A four-mile section of the A591 - a vital link between Keswick and Grasmere - has been closed after it was damaged by a landslide in December's storms.
A major repair programme is under way, but it is not expected to reopen until the end of May.
Meanwhile, plans have been announced for a multi-use trail over Dunmail Rise, which could be ready by April.
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Julia Bradbury's Best Walks with a View
Recently voted ‘person most wanted as a walking companion’ by Country Walking magazine, there’s no-one better than Julia Bradbury to show you the best walks of under 10 miles with wonderful views that can easily be completed in a morning or afternoon ramble. These routes are ideal for getting out into the British countryside – something at the heart of HF Holidays.
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Griff's great lakes
Famous comedian and TV presenter Griff Rhys Jones had plenty to say about the many wonders - both in the past and present - of the Lake District in the latest episode of his new series.
The latest episode of Griff's Great Britain, looked at all that is great about the Lake District, and was set the challenge of 'beating a record' in the region
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Moorlands, Haytor
We can announce that Moorlands at Haytor was sold at the end of January
We acquired Moorlands in 1999, and over the years many guests have enjoyed the hospitality at this house, and the fine walking that Dartmoor has to offer. Whilst never one of our most popular houses, it had a loyal following amongst those who appreciated the untamed beauty of this unspoilt national park.
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Don’t just go on holiday, have an adventure this half term
Already dreaming of your next break away? Forget sitting inside this February half term and take advantage of a last minute family break with HF Holidays.
We're encouraging parents to get a step ahead this half term and treat the kids and themselves to some quality time together. It’s a chance to get outside and reconnect with nature, whether you want to explore a castle, ride on a steam train, climb a mountain or spot wildlife; for over 100 years we've offered kids and adults alike the chance to rediscover the beauty of the UK’s countryside.
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Discover the secrets behind the leaves
Boring old trees? In winter? If those are your thoughts then you should come along to one of our Trees weekends this year, designed to make your winter walks more interesting. Trees are a very significant part of our landscape and are vital in many ways to much of our wildlife.
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All about the birds and the bees
Discover the beauty of nature
Whether you're baffled by birds or are already an avid birder, we've the perfect Birdwatching holidays for you. We offer guided trips to some of the country's finest birding spectacles – from the winter goose chase of Caerlaverock to the quest for a booming bittern at Leighton Moss. We've also got some lesser known spots up our sleeve – from secluded limestone dales to secret woodland bird hides. Our experienced and enthusiastic wildlife guides can't wait to share their favourite birding locations with you.
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Hop to the Isles of Scilly
The Isles of Scilly island hopping holiday has long been recognised as one of our most popular and it's not hard to see why.
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New Dates Added
Our Worldwide Walking holidays encompass great walking and the chance to experience fascinating culture of destinations like nowhere else on earth.
Three of these journeys have proved so popular we've had to add additional dates! Book yourself a space on these holidays of a lifetime...BOOK BY 11 MARCH AND YOU COULD WlN BACK YOUR HOLlDAY
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The Shropshire hills are calling
What’s new for 2016 you ask? Well, we've some blockbuster walking at Church Stretton, just for you.
For those of you that have looked at our Church Stretton Guided Walking itineraries before, you might have noticed that we used to have two week-long itineraries. We did get good feedback too – but we want great feedback!
So, over the last six months we’ve been working with our local oracles – our Field Advisors, to pull out the very best of the previous two week programme and compile an absolutely winning combination of walks for the new year.
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Vote HF Holidays!
For over 100 years HF Holidays has provided sociable holidays in the great outdoors. In recent years these holidays have developed to include additional hobbies - such as Dancing, Art & Craft and Natural World to name a few.
We're proud to say that we're award winning and, having amassed an array of different titles, we'd love to do it again!
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Take the Spanish footpath
Take your pick! Spain has such a wealth of history and diverse landscapes to discover it's difficult to know where to start. Let HF Holidays give you a helping hand; we've a great choice of classic routes for anyone who wants to uncover more from their time in Spain. Join us on a Guided Trail with an experienced local guide who will share their knowledge to make your holiday a truly remarkable one.
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Win Your Holiday Back
Book by 31 January and be in with a chance of winning your holiday back
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Go your own way
We have a great range of Self-guided Walking holidays in Europe at selected destinations.
All our European self-guided walking holidays include accommodation at our highly rated partner hotels, detailed walking directions for five walks, a map, and local transport to access the walks at your convenience.
These holidays are all about choice and flexibility. You choose which sights you want to visit and where you want to eat, leaving you free to discover a favourite local restaurant for your evening meal or sample local delicacies as part of your picnic lunch.
