Situated close to Tetbury, the Forestry Commission’s, Westonbirt Arboretum definitely has to feature on your Gloucestershire / Cotswolds Autumn or Spring “Must do” list. It is very picturesque and a lovely place to walk around and relax. It is easy …
Features: • Activity tracking, counts daily steps, distance, calories and sleep • GPS for increased accuracy and mapping features • Tracks heart rate at the wrist day or night (chest strap not required) • Virtual Pacer data field and …
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Whiteshill & Ruscombe Circular Walk This circular walk has been created to take in all that is best in the countryside in and around the parish of Whiteshill and Ruscombe. The walk starts at the village shop & coffee bar. …
Luscious green pine trees, crystal clear blue water, golden sandy beaches and wall to wall sunshine. This just about summarises our exciting last minute trip during August to the gorgeous Greek island of Skiathos. We travelled directly from Birmingham to …
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Montenegro was recommended as an up and coming place to visit by an acquaintance who has enjoyed hiking treks around the world. It is currently an unspoilt and unexplored destination with hundreds of kilometres of spectacular trails surrounded by beautiful …
The Cotswold Way is a designated 102 mile National Walking Trail. Starting in the North Cotswolds in Chipping Campden and finishing in Bath at the Abbey, this undulating route follows the natural beauty of the Cotswold escarpment landscape. It passes …
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Walk from Zennor, Cornwall to St Ives across fields – 4.84 miles Description: Inland walk from Zennor to St Ives across the fields. St Senara’s church is worth a visit. Lookout for the carved mermaid bench-end. Enjoy the stone stiles …
A walk from St Ives, Cornwall to Zennor via South West Coast Path – 6.23 miles Description: A hilly, undulating route following the South West Coast Path from St Ives to Zennor. The heritage, wildlife, geology and scenery along the way …
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Walk from Stroud to Dursley – 8.59 miles Description: A hilly walk, taking in some amazing views of Gloucestershire and beyond. Highlights include Selsley Common, The Toots Long Barrow, Penn Wood, Nympsfield Long Barrow, Coaley Peak, Uley Bury, Cam Long …
When the dark nights are drawing in and the dull and dreary English weather is getting you down an Autumn escape to the sun is the perfect pre-Christmas pick me up. We love the Mediterranean climate and cuisine and have …