River Dee flowing through Llangollen, North Wales, with heritage railway station, red-brick buildings, and forested hills in the background.

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Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage
Tinée Valley
The French Alps
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High-altitude village of Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage in the Haute Tinée, surrounded by alpine meadows and forested slopes in the French Alps.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage

High alpine basins, GR5 stages & borderland passes surround Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage — ideal for walking holidays, Mercantour routes, quiet places to stay, cycling holidays & serious outdoor adventures.

Maljasset
Ubaye Valley
The French Alps
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Stone village houses in Maljasset, Haute Ubaye, set beneath alpine slopes near the GR5 long-distance trail in the southern French Alps.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Maljasset

High Alpine passes, GR5 junctions & remote basins surround Maljasset — ideal for walking holidays, Via Alpina stages, alpine places to stay, cycling holidays & serious outdoor adventures.

Briançon
Briançon & the Upper Durance
The French Alps
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Fortified street in Briançon old town with colourful alpine buildings and mountain views in the French Alps, France.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Briançon

Set high in the Upper Durance, Briançon is a mountain town at the junction of major Alpine valleys — a practical base for walking holidays, high passes and long-distance routes.

Refuge de Longon
Tinée Valley
The French Alps
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Stone Refuge de Longon mountain hut on the GR5 in Mercantour National Park, surrounded by alpine meadows and larch forest.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures at Refuge de Longon

A remote mountain refuge on the GR5 in Mercantour — Refuge de Longon supports self-guided walking holidays, high-mountain hiking and long Alpine journeys.

Saltaire
West Yorkshire
Yorkshire and the Humber
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Victorian terraced houses and Salts Mill chimney in Saltaire, a UNESCO World Heritage village in West Yorkshire with moorland hills in the background
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Saltaire

Canal paths, Victorian streets and moorland edges surround Saltaire — a UNESCO village for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with routes along the Leeds & Liverpool Canal and into Shipley Glen.

Bushmills
County Antrim
Causeway Coast
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Clifftop church and coastal fields near Bushmills on the Causeway Coast, Northern Ireland, with Atlantic views and walking routes nearby.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Bushmills

Basalt cliffs, Atlantic views & the Giant’s Causeway surround Bushmills — ideal for Causeway Coast Way stages, clifftop walks, coastal places to stay, cycling holidays & dramatic outdoor adventures.

Titchwell
Norfolk
East of England
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Round tower church in Titchwell, Norfolk, surrounded by grass and gravestones.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Titchwell

Coastal paths, saltmarsh skies, and quiet lanes surround Titchwell — a peaceful North Norfolk base for walking holidays and outdoor adventures beside Titchwell Marsh and the Norfolk Coast Path.

Bures
Suffolk
East of England
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Bures railway station on the Gainsborough Line, with a single rural platform, wooden station building, and tracks leading through trees in the Dedham Vale countryside.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Bures

Riverside meadows and quiet lanes make Bures a relaxed Suffolk–Essex border village for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with the Stour Valley Path and Dedham Vale National Landscape close by.

Nayland
Suffolk
East of England
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A quiet street in Nayland, Suffolk, lined with colourful historic buildings and Georgian windows, within the Dedham Vale National Landscape. A walker passes along the pavement on a calm morning.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Nayland

Historic streets and riverside scenery give Nayland a calm Dedham Vale feel — ideal for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with the Stour Valley Path and gentle routes along the River Stour.

Stoke-by-Nayland
Suffolk
East of England
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A cyclist rides through a quiet Suffolk village near Dedham Vale, passing traditional cottages and autumn trees — part of the region’s walking and cycling routes.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Stoke-by-Nayland

Constable Country lanes and rolling farmland frame Stoke-by-Nayland — a peaceful Suffolk base for walking holidays and outdoor adventures on the Stour Valley Path, in the heart of Dedham Vale.

Felixstowe Ferry
Suffolk
East of England
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An aerial view of the marina at Felixstowe Ferry in Suffolk, UK
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Felixstowe Ferry

Estuary views, shingle shores and riverside paths set the scene at Felixstowe Ferry — a Suffolk Coast Path stop for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with the Bawdsey ferry crossing close by.

Arnside
Cumbria
North West England
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Sandy tidal flats at Arnside with water channels leading into the estuary, backed by green woodland and a bright blue sky.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Arnside

Tidal flats, limestone hills and coastal views make Arnside a standout base for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with Arnside Knott and the Arnside & Silverdale National Landscape nearby.

Llangollen
Denbighshire
North Wales
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River Dee flowing through Llangollen, North Wales, with heritage railway station, red-brick buildings, and forested hills in the background.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Llangollen

River Dee scenery, wooded hills and canal-side routes make Llangollen a lively base for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with hill trails above town and easy access into the Dee Valley.

Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa)
Gwynedd
North Wales
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Two hikers standing on a rocky ridge with the summit of Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) in the distance, surrounded by dramatic mountain peaks under a partly cloudy sky.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures on Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa)

Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) rises above Eryri with dramatic ridges and big mountain days — a landmark for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with classic ascent routes and wide summit views.

Stalham
Norfolk
East of England
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Moored boats along a calm stretch of water at Stalham Staithe on the Norfolk Broads, with a red-roofed house and low bridge in the background.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Stalham

Broadland waterways and quiet riverside trails give Stalham an easy Norfolk Broads feel — ideal for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with Stalham Staithe and Hickling Broad nearby.

Acle
Norfolk
East of England
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Historic footbridge and signal box at Acle train station in Norfolk, with railway tracks leading through the rural countryside under a clear blue sky.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Acle

River views and open Broads landscapes make Acle a relaxed base for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with waterside paths and access to the River Bure and surrounding marshes.

Hopton-on-Sea
Norfolk
East of England
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View of Hopton-on-Sea beach at dusk, with wooden groynes stretching into the calm sea and soft light from a pastel sunset reflecting on the water.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Hopton-on-Sea

Wide sands and low dunes make Hopton-on-Sea a calm Norfolk–Suffolk border stop for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with coastal paths linking south to Lowestoft.

Gorleston-on-Sea
Norfolk
East of England
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A row of colourful beach huts facing the sea at Gorleston-on-Sea, Norfolk, with a sandy beach and calm waves under a bright blue sky.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Gorleston-on-Sea

A sweeping sandy bay and clifftop gardens give Gorleston-on-Sea a classic seaside feel — a Norfolk Coast Path stop for walking holidays and outdoor adventures beside the estuary and sea.

Great Yarmouth
Norfolk
East of England
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View of Great Yarmouth’s historic quayside at sunset, with period buildings reflecting in the calm river and a traditional lamppost in the foreground.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Great Yarmouth

Maritime heritage and long beaches meet riverside quays in Great Yarmouth — a lively Norfolk Coast Path stop for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, linking the River Yare and open sea.

Caister-on-Sea
Norfolk
East of England
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Grassy dunes and a sandy beach at Caister-on-Sea at sunset, with a wooden bench overlooking the shoreline along the Norfolk Coast Path.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Caister-on-Sea

Dunes, wide sands and coastal history set the scene in Caister-on-Sea — a Norfolk Coast Path stop for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with Roman heritage and sea views nearby.

Hemsby
Norfolk
East of England
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Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Hemsby

Sandy beaches, high dunes and lively seaside energy make Hemsby a strong base for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with coastal paths linking to Winterton and Great Yarmouth.

Winterton-on-Sea
Norfolk
East of England
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Little Terns (Sternula albifrons) Flying along the Beach at Winterton-on-Sea
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Winterton-on-Sea

Dunes, big skies and nature-rich shores give Winterton-on-Sea a wild feel — ideal for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with coastal trails, seal watching and reserve landscapes nearby.

Horsey
Norfolk
East of England
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Seals resting on the beach at Horsey Gap, Norfolk, with waves rolling in and sand dunes in the foreground
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Horsey

Wild beach scenery and Broads-edge landscapes surround Horsey — a memorable stop for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with seal colonies, dune paths and the iconic windpump close by.

Sea Palling
Norfolk
East of England
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Aerial view of Sea Palling Beach on the Norfolk coast, showing sandy shoreline, sea defences, and surrounding countryside under a cloudy sky.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Sea Palling

Wide sands and calm coastal paths make Sea Palling a relaxed Norfolk base for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with dune walks, sea views and easy shoreline routes.

Happisburgh
Norfolk
East of England
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View of Happisburgh Lighthouse with red and white stripes, set against a blue sky and surrounded by green fields and a sandy footpath.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Happisburgh

Clifftop paths and an iconic lighthouse give Happisburgh a distinctive feel — a Norfolk Coast Path stop for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with big skies and shifting shores.

Mundesley
Norfolk
East of England
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View down a path lined with colorful beach huts leading to the sandy beach at Mundesley, Norfolk, with calm blue sea and clear skies.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Mundesley

Beach walks, clifftop paths and classic seaside character make Mundesley a strong Norfolk Coast Path stop for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with easy-going coastal stages.

Overstrand
Norfolk
East of England
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View along the beach at Overstrand, Norfolk, with wooden groynes, waves rolling in, colorful beach huts, and coastal cliffs under a bright blue sky.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Overstrand

Clifftop scenery and sandy shoreline give Overstrand a calm coastal feel — ideal for walking holidays and outdoor adventures on the Norfolk Coast Path, close to Cromer and coastal viewpoints.

Felixstowe
Suffolk
East of England
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Tiered ornamental fountain surrounded by stone walls, benches, and vibrant flower beds in a landscaped garden on a sunny day.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Felixstowe

Seafront gardens, wide beaches and coastal history make Felixstowe a rewarding Suffolk Coast Path stop for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with forts, promenades and sea views.

Bawdsey
Suffolk
East of England
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View across the River Deben towards Bawdsey cliffs and buildings, with a small boat on the water and wide coastal skies.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Bawdsey

River Deben views, coastal paths & open shingle beaches shape Bawdsey — a peaceful Suffolk village for estuary walks, historic landmarks and outdoor adventures where the Suffolk Coast Path meets the sea.

Shingle Street
Suffolk
East of England
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Overturned boat on the coast between bawdsey and shingle street beach suffolk.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Shingle Street

Remote shingle beaches, big skies & quiet coastal trails define Shingle Street — a wild Suffolk destination for coastal walking, solitude and slow outdoor adventures along the Suffolk Coast Path.

Minsmere
Suffolk
East of England
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A greylag goose standing at the edge of a wetland area in Minsmere, Suffolk, surrounded by tall green grasses with a blurred view of water in the background.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Minsmere

Wetlands, heathland & shingle coast shape Minsmere — a wildlife-rich Suffolk destination for walking holidays and outdoor adventures along the Suffolk Coast Path, with peaceful trails, birdlife and open coastal landscapes.

Dunwich
Suffolk
East of England
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Windswept heathland near Dunwich, Suffolk, with yellow gorse in the foreground and coastal cliffs under a moody sky.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Dunwich

Heathland paths, forest trails & a shifting shoreline define Dunwich — a quietly dramatic Suffolk destination for walking holidays and outdoor adventures on the Suffolk Coast Path, with coastal ruins, nature reserves and wide, open landscapes.

Walberswick
Suffolk
East of England
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View across the River Blyth from Walberswick, showing the hand-pulled ferry, docked boats, and Southwold in the distance under a bright sky.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Walberswick

Sand dunes, heathland & tidal riverbanks shape Walberswick — a classic Suffolk village for walking holidays and outdoor adventures on the Suffolk Coast Path, with nature reserves, wild beaches and easy routes across the Blyth estuary.

Kessingland
Suffolk
East of England
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Wooden fishing boat with a yellow trim resting on a wide shingle beach at Kessingland, Suffolk, under a clear blue sky.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Kessingland

Wide beaches, low cliffs & open coastal skies define Kessingland — a quiet Suffolk destination for walking holidays and outdoor adventures on the Suffolk Coast Path, with nature reserves, shingle shores and expansive sea views.

Lowestoft
Suffolk
East of England
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Clifftop view over a sandy and grassy shoreline near Lowestoft, Suffolk, with golden light and open sea under a blue sky.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Lowestoft

Clifftop paths, wide beaches & open sea define Lowestoft — a Suffolk coastal town for walking holidays and outdoor adventures on the Suffolk Coast Path, linking Ness Point, nature-rich shores and England’s most easterly coastline.

Orford
Suffolk
East of England
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Areal view of Orford village with the sea beyond
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Orford

Riverside paths, shingle coast & historic streets define Orford — a characterful Suffolk village for walking holidays and outdoor adventures on the Suffolk Coast Path, with access to Orford Ness, the River Alde and the wider Suffolk Coast & Heaths landscape.

Thorpeness
Suffolk
East of England
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A view  across the Thorpeness Meare in England with boats resting by the side
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Thorpeness

Shingle beaches, quiet lanes & coastal paths shape Thorpeness — a distinctive Suffolk village for walking holidays and outdoor adventures on the Suffolk Coast Path, with easy routes around the Meare, Aldeburgh and the wider Suffolk Coast & Heaths landscape.

Aldeburgh
Suffolk
East of England
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Seafront houses in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, at dusk — a row of colourful and historic buildings facing the shingle beach, with cars parked along the promenade and a soft sunset in the background.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Aldeburgh

Shingle beaches, coastal paths & big Suffolk skies define Aldeburgh — a classic seaside town for walking holidays and outdoor adventures on the Suffolk Coast Path, with easy routes to Thorpeness, Snape Maltings and the wider Suffolk Coast & Heaths landscape.

Stanton
Gloucestershire
South West England
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Stanton in the Costwolds, Gloucestershire, UK
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Stanton

Golden-stone cottages, quiet lanes & rolling Cotswold hills shape Stanton — a peaceful village for walking holidays and outdoor adventures near the Cotswold Way, with classic countryside routes linking village pubs, escarpment paths and open farmland.

Broadway
Gloucestershire
South West England
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Trekking in Broadway; Cotswolds; Worcestershire; England
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Broadway

Hilltop views, open escarpment paths & classic Cotswold streets define Broadway — a popular base for walking holidays and outdoor adventures on the Cotswold Way, with routes to Broadway Tower and wide views across Worcestershire and Gloucestershire.

Painswick
Gloucestershire
South West England
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A street view of Painswick village on a sunny day with golden coloured old houses
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Painswick

Steep valleys, limestone hills & historic streets define Painswick — a rewarding base for walking holidays and outdoor adventures on the Cotswold Way, with links to woodland paths, hilltop views and classic Cotswold scenery.

Winchcombe
Gloucestershire
South West England
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Panoramic view from a hill on Cotswold Way south of Winchcombe, Cheltenham, UK overlooking the hilly agricultural landscape with large green tree standing alone in middle against a blue sky
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Winchcombe

Cotswold hills, historic streets & long-distance trails shape Winchcombe — an ideal base for walking holidays and outdoor adventures on the Cotswold Way, with links to Sudeley Castle, village paths and rolling countryside.

Chipping Campden
Gloucestershire
South West England
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Chipping Campden Village Gloucestershire Cotswolds England UK
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Chipping Campden

Historic market streets, rolling hills & long-distance trails define Chipping Campden — a classic base for walking holidays and outdoor adventures at the northern end of the Cotswold Way, with easy access to village paths and open countryside.

Richmond
Richmond upon Thames
London
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Red deer in Richmond Park
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Richmond

Riverside paths, royal parkland & Thames views make Richmond a standout London base for walking holidays, with the Thames Path, Richmond Park and green corridors west of the city.

Edale
Derbyshire
The Midlands
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A female hiker rests on a rock in the hills of Edale, Peak Districts
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Edale

Moorland edges, high ridges & open valleys shape Edale — a classic base for walking holidays and outdoor adventures at the start of the Pennine Way, with routes to Kinder Scout, Mam Tor & the Great Ridge in the Peak District.

Robin Hood’s Bay
North Yorkshire
Yorkshire and the Humber
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A view of Robin Hood's Bay, a picturesque old fishing village on the Heritage Coast of the North York Moors
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Robin Hood’s Bay

Steep lanes, coastal cliffs & wide sea views define Robin Hood’s Bay — a classic base for walking holidays and outdoor adventures on the Cleveland Way, with beach walks, historic streets & dramatic North Yorkshire coastline.

Alnmouth
Northumberland
North East England
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North Sea Coast in Alnmouth in Northumberland, England, UK - with some anti-tank blocks from the second world war on the beach
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Alnmouth

Sand dunes, estuary paths & wide coastal skies shape Alnmouth — a relaxed base for walking holidays and outdoor adventures on the Northumberland Coast Path, with beach walks, birdlife & easy rail access.

Lewes
East Sussex
South East England
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The entrance and walkway outside of the Lewes Castle & Gardens, East Sussex county town. The old vintage historical for visitor, traveler.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Lewes

Riverside paths, chalk downland & historic streets define Lewes — an ideal base for walking holidays and outdoor adventures on the South Downs Way, with castle views, market-town character & independent stays.

St Ives
Cornwall
South West England
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Woman walking on the South West Coastal Path in Cornwall, England with St Ives in the background
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in St Ives

Coastal paths, sandy beaches & clifftop views define St Ives — a classic base for walking holidays and outdoor adventures on the South West Coast Path, with art, sea swimming & independent stays by the Atlantic.

Buttermere
Cumbria
North West England
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female hikers relax on a bench , overlooking Buttermere lake, Lake District
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Buttermere

Mountain valleys, quiet lake circuits & dramatic fells shape Buttermere — a peaceful base for walking holidays around the lake, Haystacks, Red Pike and the high ground of the western Lake District.

Coniston
Cumbria
North West England
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Lake District Mountains from Coniston Old Man in the English Lake District
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Coniston

Lakeside paths, high fells & classic Lakeland routes define Coniston — a base for walking holidays exploring Coniston Water, the Cumbria Way and the rugged slopes of Coniston Old Man.

Ullswater
Cumbria
North West England
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 view of Glenridding at dawn
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Ullswater

Lakeshore paths, mountain ridges & waterfalls shape Ullswater — a dramatic Lake District setting for walking holidays exploring Aira Force, Helvellyn routes and classic fellside trails by the water.

Grasmere
Cumbria
North West England
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View of grasmere lake from red bank hill on a sunny day
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Grasmere

Poet’s paths, lakeside trails & surrounding fells define Grasmere — a classic base for walking holidays exploring Grasmere Lake, Helm Crag and the heart of the Lake District.

Ambleside
Cumbria
North West England
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The vast expanse of Lake Windermere shown from above the village of Ambleside in the British Lake District.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Ambleside

Lakeshore paths, fell walks & classic Lakeland scenery shape Ambleside — a central base for walking holidays around Windermere, Loughrigg Fell and the wider Lake District National Park.

Keswick
Cumbria
North West England
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View of Keswick and Derwent Water from Latrigg, Cumbria, UK
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Keswick

Fells, lakeshore paths & classic Lakeland valleys surround Keswick — a lively base for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with easy access to Derwent Water, Skiddaw and the heart of the Lake District.

Knettishall Heath
Suffolk
East of England
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Wild Exmoor ponies graze under a large green leaf tree on a warm sunny day.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Knettishall Heath

Knettishall Heath, Suffolk, is a wild heathland landscape and the starting point of the Peddars Way. Ideal for walking holidays, nature-rich trails, and outdoor adventures through open heath, river valleys, and rare wildlife habitats.

Castle Acre
Norfolk
East of England
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Ruins of Castle Acre Priory in Norfolk, with flint stone walls, arched windows, and a tall tower against a blue sky.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Castle Acre

Historic ruins, village lanes & open countryside define Castle Acre — a Norfolk destination for walking holidays on the Peddars Way, with castle views and gentle rural trails.

Sheringham
Norfolk
East of England
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views alone a stone filled beach with rising hills over looking the sea, in Sheringham Norfolk.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Sheringham

Clifftop paths, woodland trails & classic seaside scenery define Sheringham — a Norfolk Coast Path destination for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with access to Sheringham Park, coastal views, and traditional town charm.

Brancaster Staithe / Burnham Deepdale
Norfolk
East of England
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Wooden boardwalk through reed beds leading to cottages and trees in Brancaster Staithe, Norfolk, on a cloudy day.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Brancaster Staithe & Burnham Deepdale

Harbour creeks, saltmarsh trails & open coastal skies define Brancaster Staithe and Burnham Deepdale — a key Norfolk Coast Path hub for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with access to tidal landscapes, sandy beaches, and wide North Norfolk views.

Hunstanton
Norfolk
East of England
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A view over Hunstanton beach on the North Norfolk coast taken from the sand dunes. Captured on a bright and sunny day in the winter.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Hunstanton

Striped cliffs, wide sandy beaches & coastal paths shape Hunstanton — a classic Norfolk Coast destination for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with access to the Norfolk Coast Path, The Wash coastline, and open seaside landscapes.

Shillington
Bedfordshire
East of England
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Historic church on a grassy hill with leaning gravestones in the foreground, Shillington, Bedfordshire, under a clear blue sky.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Shillington

Rolling Greensand Ridge countryside, village lanes & long-distance footpaths define Shillington — a Bedfordshire destination for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with access to the Greensand Ridge Walk, rural trails, and quiet Chiltern-edge landscapes.

Woburn
Bedfordshire
East of England
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A group of dear grad near a lake in Woburn country park.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Woburn

Deer parkland, woodland trails & historic estate walks define Woburn — a Bedfordshire destination for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with routes through Woburn Abbey grounds, the Greensand Ridge, and surrounding countryside.

Old Warden
Bedfordshire
East of England
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Bridge in Swiss Garden in Old Warden Park located in Biggleswade on the River Ivel in Bedfordshire, UK
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Old Warden

Country lanes, historic parkland & gentle village walks define Old Warden — a Bedfordshire destination for relaxed walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with countryside trails, the Swiss Garden, and links to the wider Greensand Ridge landscape.

Ampthill
Bedfordshire
East of England
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Houghton House with views of Bedford and Marston Vale.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Ampthill

Parkland views, historic streets & woodland trails shape Ampthill — a Bedfordshire market town ideal for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with routes through Ampthill Park, the Greensand Ridge, and easy-going countryside walks.

Much Hadham
Hertfordshire
East of England
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An Aerial view of St Andrews Church Much Hadham English Village Hertfordshire.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Much Hadham

Quiet lanes, rolling farmland & village footpaths define Much Hadham — a peaceful Hertfordshire destination for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with routes through the Ash Valley, links to nearby market towns, and easy access to rural countryside walks.

St Albans
Hertfordshire
East of England
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A view across meadows of St Albans Cathedral from Verulam Park in summer.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in St Albans

Roman streets, riverside paths & green parkland shape St Albans — a historic Hertfordshire city ideal for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with routes through Verulamium Park, along the River Ver and into the surrounding Chiltern countryside.

Aldbury
Hertfordshire
East of England
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Wild Marjoram growing on the escarpment of Aldbury Nowers Chiltern Hills Hertfordshire
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Aldbury

Chalk escarpments, village greens & woodland trails shape Aldbury — a classic Hertfordshire village for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with direct access to Ashridge Estate, ridgeway paths and the rolling Chiltern Hills.

Ashwell
Hertfordshire
East of England
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A street view of St Mary's Church and Houses, Ashwell, Herts.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Ashwell

Ancient springs, chalk hills & medieval streets define Ashwell — a characterful Hertfordshire village ideal for walking holidays and outdoor adventures, with countryside paths, historic landmarks and gentle routes through the North Hertfordshire landscape.

Bradwell-on-Sea
Essex
East of England
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The Chapel of St Peter-on-the-Wall, Bradwell-on-Sea, Essex, is a Grade I listed building and among the oldest largely intact Christian churches in England; it is still in regular use.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Bradwell-on-Sea

Open marshes, tidal creeks & big coastal skies shape Bradwell-on-Sea — a quiet destination for walking holidays and outdoor adventures along the Dengie Peninsula, with shoreline paths, historic landmarks and wide estuary views.

Thaxted
Essex
East of England
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View of Thaxted Windmill across open farmland on a sunny day.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Thaxted

Medieval streets, open countryside & gently rolling farmland define Thaxted — a characterful setting for walking holidays and outdoor adventures in rural Essex, with scenic trails linking historic landmarks and village landscapes.

Mersea Island
Essex
East of England
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A scenic view of Mersea Island, England, serene and natural, coastal setting.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures on Mersea Island

Tidal creeks, saltmarsh paths & wide coastal skies shape Mersea Island — a distinctive setting for walking holidays and outdoor adventures along the Blackwater Estuary and Essex coast.

Flatford
Suffolk
East of England
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Wooden footbridge crossing the River Stour at Flatford, Suffolk, with a white thatched cottage and trees in the background on a sunny day.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Flatford

Riverside meadows, historic mills & Constable Country landscapes define Flatford — a peaceful base for walking holidays and outdoor adventures along the River Stour and through the heart of Dedham Vale.

Manningtree
Essex
East of England
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Footpath bridge on river Stour from Flatford to Manning Tree.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Manningtree

Riverside paths, estuary landscapes & historic streets shape Manningtree — a compact riverside town ideal for walking holidays and outdoor adventures along the River Stour and the edge of Dedham Vale.

Grantchester
Cambridgeshire
East of England
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A sun-dappled riverside footpath shaded by willow trees near the River Cam, with a bench and open meadow in the distance near Grantchester, Cambridgeshire.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Grantchester

Riverside meadows, shaded footpaths & historic village lanes define Grantchester — an ideal setting for walking holidays and outdoor adventures along the River Cam, just outside Cambridge.

Ely
Cambridgeshire
East of England
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Ariel view of Ely with the cathedral centre and green field surrounding the city.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Ely

Riverside paths, cathedral views & open Fenland landscapes shape Ely — a rewarding base for walking holidays and outdoor adventures along the River Great Ouse and surrounding countryside.

Wicken Fen
Cambridgeshire
East of England
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Fenland waterway at Wicken Fen, with wild grasses and grazing pony under open skies — a classic Cambridgeshire walking landscape.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Wicken Fen

Boardwalk trails, reedbeds & wide Fenland skies define Wicken Fen — a unique setting for walking holidays and outdoor adventures through one of England’s oldest nature reserves.

Cambridge
Cambridgeshire
East of England
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A view along Clare Bridge in Cambridge, on a bright sunny day
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Cambridge

Riverside paths, historic colleges & open meadows make Cambridge a relaxed base for walking holidays, with routes along the River Cam and countryside beyond the city.

Framlingham
Suffolk
East of England
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Aerial view of Framlingham Castle on a bright sunny summers day.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Framlingham

Market town streets, castle views & open Suffolk countryside shape Framlingham — an ideal base for walking holidays and outdoor adventures among historic trails and rural landscapes.

Long Melford
Suffolk
East of England
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Ariel view of Holy Trinity Church, Long Melford Suffolk UK
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Long Melford

Historic halls, village greens & gently rolling countryside define Long Melford — a classic Suffolk wool town ideal for walking holidays and relaxed outdoor adventures through Constable Country.

Southwold
Suffolk
East of England
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Southwold Pier at sunset, with warm light reflecting off its white wooden buildings. The pier stretches out into calm sea waters, framed by a sandy beach and moss-covered rocks in the foreground, under a sky of pastel clouds.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Southwold

Shingle beaches, colourful beach huts & classic coastal paths define Southwold — a Suffolk seaside town ideal for walking holidays and relaxed outdoor adventures on the Suffolk Coast Path.

Dedham
Essex
East of England
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Autumnal tree in the foreground overlooking rolling countryside and distant woodland in Dedham Vale, with a church tower faintly visible in the background.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Dedham

Riverside meadows, Constable Country lanes & gentle countryside walks shape Dedham — an Essex village ideal for walking holidays and slow outdoor adventures in the Dedham Vale National Landscape.

Lavenham
Suffolk
East of England
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Half-timbered medieval cottages, Water Street, Lavenham, Suffolk, England, United Kingdom.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Lavenham

Medieval streets, timber-framed houses & gentle countryside walks define Lavenham — a Suffolk village ideal for walking holidays and slow outdoor adventures in Constable Country.

Cromer
Norfolk
East of England
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Seafront promenade in Cromer at sunset, with views over the beach, iron railings, and a flint wall leading towards the cliffs and houses beyond.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Cromer

Clifftop paths, sandy beaches & classic seaside character define Cromer — a Norfolk Coast Path town ideal for walking holidays and relaxed outdoor adventures by the sea.

Holme-next-the-Sea
Norfolk
East of England
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Sandy coastal footpath leading through dunes and saltmarsh at Holme-next-the-Sea, with distant cliffs and a soft, hazy sky.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Holme-next-the-Sea

Dunes, saltmarsh & wide coastal skies define Holme-next-the-Sea — a peaceful Norfolk Coast Path village ideal for coastal walking holidays and nature-rich outdoor adventures.

Great Cressingham
Norfolk
East of England
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View of great Cressingham church during a cloudy summers day.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Great Cressingham

Chalk valleys, quiet lanes & open Norfolk countryside shape Great Cressingham — a peaceful village near the Peddars Way, ideal for relaxed walking holidays and gentle outdoor adventures.

Great Massingham
Norfolk
East of England
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A stone church with a square tower framed by bare trees, seen across a village green where a goose and goslings graze on the grass in Great Massingham.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Great Massingham

Village greens, quiet lanes & Breckland countryside define Great Massingham — a classic Norfolk village close to the Peddars Way, with gentle walks, historic charm & relaxed outdoor exploration.

Holt
Norfolk
East of England
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Wooden footbridge crossing a saltmarsh creek near Holt in Norfolk, with lush green vegetation and distant tidal flats.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Holt

Woodland trails, historic streets & nearby coastal paths define Holt — a classic North Norfolk market town close to the Norfolk Coast Path, Holt Country Park & gentle countryside walks.

Cley-next-the-Sea
Norfolk
East of England
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Traditional windmill in the village of Cley-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, surrounded by reed marshes and rustic cottages with red-tiled roofs under a soft, overcast sky.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Cley-next-the-Sea

Saltmarsh trails, bird-rich wetlands & big coastal skies define Cley-next-the-Sea — a peaceful village on the Norfolk Coast Path, ideal for nature walks, wildlife watching & slow coastal stays.

Blakeney
Norfolk
East of England
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Moored boats in the quiet, reflective waters of Blakeney harbour at low tide.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Blakeney

Saltmarsh creeks, coastal paths & wide skies shape Blakeney — a classic stop on the Norfolk Coast Path, ideal for seal watching, harbour walks & relaxed coastal stays.

Wells-next-the-Sea
Norfolk
East of England
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Seals resting on the sandy beach near Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk — a coastal highlight along the Norfolk Coast Path.
Walking Holidays & Outdoor Adventures in Wells-next-the-Sea

Pinewoods, saltmarsh skies & a working harbour define Wells-next-the-Sea — ideal for Norfolk Coast Path stages, beach walks, coastal stays & wildlife-rich outdoor days.