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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Groups enews - May 2017
Whatever time of year you walk in the UK, mother nature always serves up a feast for the senses. Orchids are flowering and several varieties can be spotted on road banks and in old grassland.
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Monk Coniston takes Gold in Green Tourism
Our very own HF Holidays’ Monk Coniston hotel is awarded Gold status by Green Tourism.
In recognition of its sustainability efforts, HF Holidays’ Monk Coniston country house has been granted Green Tourism’s Gold status, the highest award possible. The leading industry accreditation association, Green Tourism, awarded a Gold status in recognition of the Monk Coniston team’s industry leading sustainability practices.
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Make Father's Day stand out this year!
Father’s Day will soon be here and we know finding the perfect gift for dad can be difficult! Apart from their birthdays, this is the only other day of the year to focus on our dad’s and treat them to something special. Whether you’re going out for a leisurely meal, an activity or a present, it can be difficult to surprise your father with something new. How often have you been in that situation where we want to do something amazing?
Instead, why not create a lasting memory – and the best part... making it together!
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At Your Leisure - May 2017
Welcome to the second edition of At Your Leisure; a newsletter dedicated to all things Leisure Activities.
We hope that you enjoyed the first edition of our newsletter and are eager to read more! Whether your passion is art or photography, singing or city breaks, wildlife or pilates, or exploring the delights of the UK and Europe on one of our touring holidays, you’ll hear about them all here. In this issue you can give us your views on photography holidays, find out which Bridge break is your perfect match, discover a crafty opportunity near you and lift the lid on some of our favourite Festival holidays.
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Five life changing challenges to do on foot
It's National Walking Month and here at HF Holidays we're encouraging you to challenge yourself on one of our guided trails. Enjoy stunning countryside and breathtaking views as you tick off some of the UK’s best walking routes.
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Take time to get away
We all look forward to a holiday. Days full of fun and adventure, but as it turns out, a holiday also has a number of tangible benefits for our health. In fact, even just a short weekend getaway can do wonders for your health and well-being.
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Theresa May in thought provoking Snowdonia
Theresa May has claimed a walking holiday in Snowdonia gave her the space to make the decision to call a snap election. But what is it about walking in Snowdonia that inspires people?
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Groups enews - April 2017
May is a key month in the calendar for HF Holidays Group Organisers.
There's plenty to look forward to with our autumn mailer landing on your doorsteps soon, giving you some fantastic savings of up to 50% off selected September – October short breaks. We've six of our favourite autumn European breaks to inspire you to go abroad, and our new Worldwide Holidays brochure out this month with over 35 destinations. Plus, find out how you can show your support by voting for us at the 2017 Group Leisure Awards.
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Top tips for photographing bluebells
Bluebells in woodlands are one of the joys of spring, but they are not the easiest subject to photograph. The dappled light in woodlands presents a range of challenges, ranging from depth of field and exposure, to problems with contrast and colour.
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Exercise 'keeps the mind sharp' in over-50s, study finds
Doing moderate exercise several times a week is the best way to keep the mind sharp if you're over 50, research suggests.
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Mountain vs. Island Walking
What style of walking lets you find your happy? Whether it’s traversing the hightops of the worlds mountains or visiting glorious islands stopping to dip a toe in the sea, we can help find the perfect option for you.
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AGM 2017 highlights
On Saturday 25 March 2017, we welcomed over 200 members to The Dome in Buxton for our 104th Annual General Meeting. Members present were able to use their right to approve Rule changes, receive responses to their questions directly from the Board of Directors and Management Team, discover some of the detail behind the figures published in the Annual Report & Accounts 2016, and be the first to learn the results of the election to the Board of Directors.
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Enjoy the Midnight sun with HF Holidays
Enjoy the Midnight sun with HF Holidays
What would you do if you had 24 hours of sunshine? Do you think you’d be awake more or get to travel further on foot? Why don’t you join us here at HF Holidays to find out...
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Coastal adventures vs. Authentic experiences
What style of walking lets you find your happy? From coastal adventures following nature’s handy work to sampling authentic experiences which take you beyond the cliché, we’re sure we have something for you!
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Sunday Stroll - Adventure 2
Sunny skies are predicated over the weekend, and today is the perfect opportunity to explore Sussex as spring begins. You’re definitely spoilt for choice whether it’s visiting the meadows and hills in Abingworth or taking a stroll on the coast observing the magnificent chalk cliffs. With Brighton literally at the door step it is an ideal end to the day for you and family and friends to enjoy the rest of the afternoon. It is a great day out to experience regardless of who you come with. Sussex is full of nature, culture and history and is a great platform for introducing new people or family to walking.
