About Walkers' Britain
If you're looking for a quality walking experience in the United Kingdom and Europe, Walkers’ Britain is the right place to start. Choose from an unrivalled range of value guided walking trips as well as flexible and affordable self-guided inn-to-inn walking and cycling holidays right across England, Scotland, Wales, the ....more
Reasons to tour with Walkers' Britain
Coast to Coast specialists | Independent charming hotels, GPX files, detailed route notes: we handle all the necessary logistics so that you can relax and explore England's epic Coast to Coast trail.
People are at the heart of our business | Your trip will be organised by a dedicated team member so you will always know who you are dealing with. We go the extra mile for you and work with only the best guides.
Quality services | We place great emphasis on researching, planning and crafting innovative itineraries to ensure you get the very best experience out of your trip.
Local Connections | We believe relationships are important. Because we've worked with our suppliers for years, they know exactly what our travellers expect and it helps us offer each trip at the best possible price.
Self guided specialists | We handle all the necessary logistics so that you can relax and explore your destination at your own pace. Many of our tours depart daily, giving you even greater flexibility.
Personal experience | We've been walking and cycling to virtually every corner of Europe since 1973 and are eager to share the many benefits of travelling on foot or by bike.
Responsible Tourism
Our commitment to travelling responsibly: When you join a human-powered trip, you are minimising your impact on the region you visit and are exercising your duty to travel responsibly. You are also committing to a slower pace of travel that takes you out of the main cities and helps contribute ....more
Covid Policies
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Environmental Sustainability
Conservation: To protect and conserve the planet by offering conscientious, comfortable and customisable eco-journeys. Complete travel planning to the most natural destinations at minimal costs to the environment.
Economic Impact
Local resources: Use of local staff, suppliers and resources in the areas we visit. We use local guides so you get an insider's view and perspective and we use local resources - from transport to family run or small, local guest houses rather than international chains providing you with a ....more
Cultural Preservation
Understanding, awareness & cultural appreciation via education: Our small groups foster greater interaction local people and cultures, enabling you to learn, experience and understand local people's traditions, cultures and rituals - and they yours - making a positive contribution towards conserving global diversity.
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What We Offer
Why walk - or cycle - with Walkers' Britain - Our unrivalled experience adds to yours
We understand that your holidays are sacred, so having the best people look after you is just the start of the quality services we choose for your trip.
Our traveller feedback consistently highlights the three ....more
Social Responsibility
Give a little (preferably a lot) back: Contribute to host community welfare, by developing programmes with local agents to assist host communities improve health, education and preservation of the environment.
WALKERS' BRITAIN SUPPORTS...
Gift Your Gear is an award-winning nationwide initiative that provides outdoor clothing and equipment to UK community organisations, ....more
Our Story
The history of Walkers' Britain...
Walkers' Britain has long been a dedicated part of the walking and cycling scene in the United Kingdom, Europe, and around the world.
Founded in 1973, Walkers' Britain was first known as Sherpa Expeditions. We specialise in self-guided and guided holidays throughout Europe and across the ....more
Frequently Asked Questions
Self-guided holidays - inclusions
We have designed our self guided walking and cycling tours to include a number of elements to help you enjoy your holiday more, while leaving out some things to give you more freedom to tailor the trip to your needs and interests. Refer to the Trip Notes for more information on the specific inclusions for each trip. What’s included: - Detailed Route Notes - Accommodation - Luggage transfers - Any scheduled transfers as per Trip Notes - Emergency support - Some meals (mostly breakfasts) What’s NOT included: - Transport to/from start/finish points - Most meals - Any entrance/park fees - Travel insurance - Personal expenses along the way - Unscheduled transfers required during the trip
Trip Grading & Preparation
Match your level of fitness & requirements Please read this information carefully to find out which grade is most suited to your level of fitness and requirements. To make the most of your Walkers' Britain holiday it is essential and your responsibility to choose a trip that is well within your capabilities. All our active holidays are graded and clearly marked in each trip description. All mountains have uphill and downhill sections and by definition walking and cycling demand some effort. However all things are relative, and these grades assume that you are a reasonably active person who enjoys walking or cycling. Few trips are extreme and most allow ample time for sightseeing and enjoying the scenery. If in doubt about the grade of any holiday, please contact us for advice or request the tour dossiers, you can also chat with our team about the right travel insurance for you. Grade 1 – Introductory These trips involve walking for four to five hours per day or cycling for 15-50 km per day at a slow but steady pace. You will need a reasonable level of fitness and good health. Suggested Preparation 30 minutes of aerobic-type exercise (either road cycling or jogging), three times a week for three months leading up to your trip. Grade 2 – Introductory to Moderate These trips involve a combination of what is described in our Introductory and Moderate levels. The emphasis is on introductory activity but including several moderate stages. Grade 3 – Moderate These adventures involve walking for up to six hours per day or cycling for up to 65 km per day, at a steady pace. You will need a good level of fitness and be in good health. Suggested Preparation 45 minutes of aerobic-type exercise (road cycling or jogging) three times a week for three months leading up to your trip. Grade 4 – Moderate to Challenging This trip grading involves a combination of what is described in our Moderate and Challenging levels. The emphasis is on moderate activity but including several challenging stages. Grade 5 – Challenging These active holidays involve walking up to nine hours per day in mountainous terrain with steep ascents and descents, pass crossing & alpine weather conditions, or cycling for up to 80 km per day over undulating terrain, with some steep and sustained hills. You will need an excellent level of fitness, be prepared to carry a daypack weighing up to 8 kg and be completely comfortable in adverse weather conditions. Suggested Preparation 1 hour of aerobic-type exercise five times a week for three to six months leading up to your trip. We also recommend regular hill walking with a pack in variable weather conditions or road cycling.
Route notes
While our tours vary in terms of difficulty, route finding is made simple and convenient with our specially prepared package of maps and route notes. On many of the walks it is easy enough to navigate carefully using the route notes provided with a cursory glance at the map. As holidays reach the higher grades, you will need to take more care and we would expect you to have at least some knowledge of using a compass. Maps for our tours also vary considerably, from up-to-date GPS referenced additions, to old map copies which may still be the only ones obtainable for a particular area. The differences in style, grade and destinations of our tours are features that make them of continual interest and delight to our walkers & cyclists. Each set of route notes can contain the following elements relevant to the route: History and information on the region and the route you are walking. Detailed maps including points of interest and accommodation. Detailed step-by-step descriptions (with pictures) of the route and information on detours/optional additions. Transport timetables and information for getting there and away. Safety information and advice. Contact details of accommodation, transport, local representatives and emergency support. Advice for things to do along the way. Suggestions for dining and self catering.
How our self-guided holidays work
Self guided walking and cycling holidays offer freedom, independence and choice, allowing you to tailor your holidays in the UK & Europe to your interest and travel style. Our detailed Route Notes will contain all of the information you need to plan how you would like to approach each day, giving you the freedom to set your own pace. As you are not limited by the constraints of group travel, you are free to shorten or lengthen your walk as the terrain permits and can even take a day off, although you may need to travel onto your next accommodation by taxi or public transport in order to do so.
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