UK & Overseas Walking, Sightseeing & Special Interest Holidays for Groups of 10+
At HF Holidays, we believe the best adventures are shared. Bringing people together, exploring great places and creating memories along the way are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we’re here to support the people who make group holidays happen – turning ideas into plans, and plans into time well spent together.
Whether you’re organising an annual trip for a club or walking group, or bringing family, friends or colleagues together for a long‑awaited escape, arranging a group holiday can feel like a lot to manage. Our role is to make it simpler, smoother and more enjoyable from the very start.
Sharon Paige Shansel
Paul Agnieszka
Group holidays made easy
For groups of 10 or more, you’ll have a dedicated Account Manager to guide you through every detail. From our welcoming country houses across the UK, to carefully selected partner accommodation in the UK and overseas, this brochure offers a taste of the holidays we can shape around your group – thoughtfully planned, expertly delivered and designed to be enjoyed together.
For added peace of mind, all package holidays purchased directly with us have 100% financial protection regulated by ABTOT or ATOL.
Savings for groups of 10+ adults
4 Dedicated Account Manager
4 One free place for every 15 adults*
4 Free room upgrades for group organisers*
4 Half price room upgrades*
4 Flexible group activity spaces*
4 Exclusive house hire option*
4 Sole departure option overseas
4 HF Group Members save £30pp in the UK, £50pp in Europe and £80pp on worldwide holidays
*UK country house holidays only
Better value for groups at HF Country Houses
Groups love HF Country Houses
We’re proud to own and manage 16 country houses across the UK, each located in some of our best loved national parks and Landscapes. Every stay includes full board dining and plenty of ways to tailor your group holiday to suit you:
4 Guided walking breaks offering up to three different grade daily walks with an HF Leader
4 Self guided walking using our easy to follow walking routes and maps, or use the flexible spaces in our houses for your own activity
4 Discover More are small group holidays by minibus to a variety of sightseeing attractions
4 Special Interest holidays including bridge, choir, dancing, Pilates & yoga, birdwatching and arts & crafts
We also work with a selection of handpicked partner hotels in the UK and overseas, from the Channel Islands to Japan, to offer walking holidays in even more popular destinations. Ask us about taking your group overseas, and for more details about exclusive departures.
Why book HF as a group?
4 Priority advance booking for the best availability
4 Pay less with groups of 10+ adults
4 Wide range of holidays to suit your group
4 Flexible indoor & outdoor spaces for your activity
4 Dedicated Account Managers
Why book HF Country Houses?
4 16 unique locations – the best of the great British coast & countryside
4 Full board dining, including hearty breakfasts, 3 course evening meals, our famous picnic lunch menu and a cream tea welcome
4 Dedicated boot & drying rooms
Why book HF Guided Walking?
4 Trusted HF Leaders –expert volunteers guiding with confidence
4 Enjoy a choice of daily walks to match the pace & interests of all in the group
4 Everyone is a friend – walk together, and share sociable dining & evenings
Derwent Bank, Northern Lake District
16 HF Country Houses
Scotland
Wales England
Exclusive house hire
(minimum numbers apply) Our country houses are available for exclusive hire. Starting from as few as 31 guests to as many as 100. Ideal for a big family reunion, a long overdue weekend with friends, a social outing with your club, or a work retreat with colleagues. Contact us for more details.
More UK & overseas holidays at Partner hotels see pages 38-41
1. Chy Morvah Turn to page 8
2. Holnicote House Turn to page 10
3. Freshwater Bay House Turn to page 12
4. Abingworth Hall Turn to page 14
5. Harrington House Turn to page 16
6. Longmynd Hotel Turn to page 18
7. Nythfa House Turn to page 20
8. Dolserau Hall Turn to page 22
9. Lee Wood Hotel Opening early 2027
10. Larpool Hall Turn to page 26
11. Newfield Hall Turn to page 28
12. Thorns Hall Turn to page 30
13. Monk Coniston Turn to page 32
14. Derwent Bank Turn to page 34
15. Nether Grange Turn to page 36 16. Alltshellach Turn to page 38
14. Northern Lake District Derwent Bank
13. Southern Lake District Monk Coniston
15. Northumberland Nether Grange
12. Western Yorkshire Dales Thorns Hall
11. Southern Yorkshire Dales Newfield Hall
9. Peak District Lee Wood Hotel COMING SOON –REGISTER NOW 5. Cotswolds Harrington House
4. South Downs Abingworth Hall
3. Isle of Wight Freshwater Bay House
6. Shropshire Hills Longmynd Hotel
7. Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) Nythfa House 2. Exmoor Holnicote House
1. Cornwall Chy Morvah
16. Scottish Highlands Alltshellach
10. North York Moors Larpool Hall
8. Eryri (Snowdonia) Dolserau Hall
COMING SOON
Newfield Hall, Southern Yorkshire Dales
Make yourself at home
Our country houses each have their own unique charm, shaped by their history, heritage and location, and are rated 3 to 4 star Guest Accommodation by Visit England (with equivalent quality recognition in Scotland & Wales). All offer sociable lounges and restaurants, flexible activity spaces, en suite guest rooms, and practical boot room facilities.
A choice of guest rooms
We offer a choice of guest rooms with single, double or twin beds, all with en suite bath or shower rooms. You may also enhance your stay by upgrading to our Premium and Superior rooms for a better view, more space or extra special details. Let us help you find your perfect space.
Upgrade your room for less
Groups benefit from greater savings on Premium and Superior room upgrades for enhanced views or more space, from only £10pppn (usually £20pppn). Best of all, the Group Organiser will receive a FREE room upgrade! Subject to availability.
Book early for single rooms
All of our houses offer a selection of single rooms, both classic and premium. It’s a popular option, so booking well in advance is recommended. Visit in January, February or November 2027 for even greater single room availability –ask us for details.
Superior bedroom at Newfield Hall
Flexible spaces to suit your
group
With plenty of indoor and outdoors spaces, our houses are well suited to allow groups to host their own activities, whether that’s yoga or dance, creative workshops, or more formal meetings and talks.
Excellent value full-board
Three meals a day are always included at our country houses. From hearty breakfasts and personalised picnics, to sociable dinners shared around large tables, conversation and camaraderie become part of the holiday experience.
4 Group activity spaces indoors & out
Wide range of activity and event spaces, plus sociable lounges, bars & restaurant areas
4 Private gardens & grounds
Many of our houses boast large lawns with pretty gardens, lakeside locations and countryside views, plus four of our houses have heated swimming pools*
*South Downs, Cornwall, Isle of Wight and Scottish Highlands (open May to September, selected hours)
4 Practical facilities to make it easy
Handy boot and drying rooms at every house, plus free on site parking at the majority of our houses
Welcome cream tea
What better way to start your stay than with a cream tea, served fresh on arrival to make you feel instantly at home.
A hearty breakfast
Start the day with a freshly prepared cooked breakfast and a wide choice from our continental buffet, including hot drinks, juices and fresh fruit.
Our famous picnic lunch
Our personalised picnic lunches are perfect for a day out, ready to enjoy when hunger strikes. Choose from a large selection of fresh sandwiches and salads, freshly baked cakes and snacks, including the ever popular Freddos chocolate bar!
3-course evening meals
Our à la carte evening menus feature a wide choice of starters, mains, and desserts, made with seasonal ingredients and, wherever possible, herbs and vegetables from our own gardens. Around shared dining tables, dinners are relaxed occasions, with drinks available to order at the table or from the bar, and a traditional Sunday roast to round off the week.
Southern England Cornwall
England’s most westerly corner is a rugged peninsula that clings to local customs, legends, and an ancient language all of its own. And in the same way Cornish miners once chiselled precious metals from the earth, Cornwall has carved out a place for itself as a world-class holiday destination.
There are 422 miles of coastal walking paths to explore, plus a treasure trove of charming harbour towns, standout surfing spots, and top attractions like St Michael’s Mount. The name on everyone’s lips here though is St Ives – the west coast seaside hub that has helped inspire generations of artists with its working harbour, white sand beaches, and surrounding landscape.
Example walks in Cornwall
Daily Guided Walking options
Walking grades
Easier walks: Marazion Starting from Marazion, this walk crosses the RSPB marshes on St Michael’s Way, passes Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens, and offers the chance to visit St Michael’s Mount.
Medium walks: Botallack, Cape Cornwall and Land’s End Discover Cornwall’s tin mining history with a walk along the South West Coast Path from Botallack to Cape Cornwall. Passing abandoned engine houses and Bronze Age Ballowall Barrow, the route finishes at Land’s End, the most westerly point of mainland England.
Harder walks: Lizard Point Circuit This coastal circuit around the southern tip of England ticks off the quaint fishing village of Cadgwith, the collapsed caves of the Devil’s Frying Pan, plus Lizard Point and Kynance Cove.
Also available from this house: Self-guided Walking, Walking with Sightseeing, North Cornwall Coast Path Guided Trail and South Cornwall Coast Path Guided Trail. Plus Festive, Family, Discover More and Special Interest holidays. Call us or see website for details.
St Ives, Cornwall
St Michael’s Mount, Cornwall
“The HF house was well run, the bed comfortable, and the meals all very satisfying. As always with HF, the highlight was the people I met while walking or eating. The HF leaders were excellent and knowledgeable.”
Mr North, April 2025 Guided Walking
Chy Morvah
St Ives, Cornwall
Bishops Road, St. Ives, Cornwall, TR26 2DB
Enjoying sweeping views over St Ives Bay, Chy Morvah means ‘house by the sea’ in Cornish. Our beautiful property in St Ives is just steps from the town’s cobbled streets and four great beaches: Porthmeor, Porthminster, Harbour, and Porthgwidden. It’s also a short drive to St Michael’s Mount – the tidal island crowned by a medieval church and castle. Back at base, there’s a poolside terrace, plus a games room for evening activities.
• 4 star Visit England rated guest accommodation
• 39 guest rooms, many with sea views
• 15 single rooms
• Lounge overlooking St Ives Bay
• Nine hole putting lawn
• Outdoor heated swimming pool (open May to September, selected hours)
• Boot room and drying room
• Discovery Point with free to use self guided walking routes
• Limited free parking
Exclusive hire of the whole house
Our country houses are available for exclusive bookings, accommodating groups of various sizes for any occasion. The minimum number of people for exclusive occupancy at this house is: 54 (Total occupancy 63)
Chy Morvah
Chy Morvah swimming pool
Chy Morvah superior room
Southern England Cornwall
Southern England Exmoor
Exmoor National Park rewards visitors with sweeping hills, wooded combes, and coastline in every shade of blue. On top of its good looks, this much-loved national park is a haven for wildlife, too.
Be on the lookout for buzzards flying overhead, plus ponies and red deer roaming free across the moors. And as a certified International Dark Sky Reserve, you can add stellar stargazing opportunities to the list of reasons Exmoor is a great place for a getaway.
Example walks in Selworthy
Daily Guided Walking options
Walking grades
Easier walks: Bossington & Selworthy A circular route from Holnicote House to the coast, passing through Bossington and returning via the wooded slopes to Selworthy village. The walk includes a historical exploration of the area, rebuilt in 1828 by the Acland family.
Medium walks: Over Dunkery Beacon to Dunster This route leads from Holnicote House to Dunster, featuring woodland paths, the Webber’s Post viewpoint, and Wootton Common. The destination is the National Trust owned Dunster Castle, home to the Luttrell family for centuries.
Harder walks: Roof of Exmoor Starting from Exford, this route ascends to the summit of Dunkery Beacon, offering panoramic views. The walk continues across the moors, descends to Stoke Pero Church, and traverses Horner Woods back to Holnicote House.
Also available from this house: Self-guided Walking, Tread Lightly and Gentle Guided Walking, Walking with Sightseeing, Coleridge Way Guided Trail, Somerset & North Devon Coast Path Guided Trail and Porlock Pilgrims Trail. Plus Festive, Family, Discover More and Special Interest holidays. Call us or see website for details.
Exmoor Ponies
Dunkery Beacon, Exmoor
“We really enjoyed our stay at Holnicote House. The house is in a gorgeous setting and the surrounding countryside is superb. Very much enjoyed the walks, very well led by the various walk leaders. The excellent staff at the house very much enhanced our stay. Our first stay here but definitely hope to return.”
Mr Walmsley, June 2025 Family Adventure Holiday
Holnicote House
Selworthy, Exmoor
Selworthy, Minehead, Somerset TA24 8TJ
Once part of a 12,500 acre estate, this beacon of Somerset hospitality boasts extensive grounds and an enviable location in the heart of Exmoor National Park. The house has an attractive lawn area fringed by alfresco seating, as well as a games room and inviting bar. When it’s time to explore, the pretty village of Selworthy sits within strolling distance and you’ll find superb walking opportunities in all directions.
• 4 star Visit England rated guest accommodation
• 32 well appointed guest rooms
• 14 single rooms
• Peaceful gardens
• Two lounges
• Boot room and drying room
• Discovery Point with free to use self guided walking routes
• Free parking
Exclusive hire of the whole house
Our country houses are available for exclusive bookings, accommodating groups of various sizes for any occasion. The minimum number of people for exclusive occupancy at this house is: 43 (Total occupancy 50)
Holnicote House
Holnicote House terrace
Holnicote House superior room
Southern England
Exmoor
Southern England
Isle of Wight
A year-round favourite for coastal walks, quiet beaches, and better-than-average British weather, the Isle of Wight has earned its status as a much-loved National Landscape.
Dramatic chalk white cliffs look out over the blue green waters of the Solent, and winding hedge fringed roads lead to thatched roof villages where time seems to have stood still. If the mild climate and scenery weren’t enough, the Isle of Wight offers outdoor activities galore and enough heritage to fill a history book.
Example walks on the Isle of Wight
Daily Guided Walking options
Walking grades
Easier walks: Over Tennyson Down Enjoy one of England’s finest coastal walks, over the chalk cliffs of Tennyson Down to the Needles and Alum Bay. Take in the commanding view over the Western Solent from the Tennyson Monument and discover the area’s role in the space race.
Medium walks: Godshill to Ventnor Starting in Godshill, this route works its way towards Wroxall, passing the grand ruins of Appuldurcombe House and its surrounding parkland. Enjoy great views out to sea from St Boniface Down before reaching the seaside town of Ventnor.
Harder walks: The Three Trails A challenging walk along the spine of the island from Carisbrooke Castle to Freshwater Bay. This popular route crosses the hills to Shorwell then follows the Tennyson Trail along the top of the Chalk Downs.
Also available from this house: Self-guided Walking, Gentle Guided Walking, Walking with Sightseeing and Isle of Wight Coast Path Guided Trail. Plus Festive, Family, Discover More and Special Interest holidays. Call us or see website for details.
Headon Warren, Isle of Wight
Freshwater Bay, Isle of Wight
Freshwater Bay House
Freshwater, Isle of Wight
Freshwater Bay, Isle of Wight PO40 9RB
Set on the stunning Isle of Wight coastline, Freshwater Bay House boasts a prime clifftop location overlooking the sands of its namesake bay. With easy access to both the beach and Tennyson Down, it’s perfect for following coastal trails or countryside walks direct from the doorstep. And when it’s time to unwind, take in the stunning sea views from the poolside sun terrace, dining room and both Compton and Wootton Lounges.
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• 4 star Visit England rated guest accommodation
• 43 guest rooms, many with sea views
• 14 single rooms
• Heated outdoor pool (open from May to September, selected hours)
• Putting green and tennis court
• Gardens with steps leading to the beach
• Boot room and drying room
• Discovery Point with free to use self guided walking routes
• Free parking
Exclusive hire of the whole house
Our country houses are available for exclusive bookings, accommodating groups of various sizes for any occasion. The minimum number of people for exclusive occupancy at this house is: 61 (Total occupancy 72)
Freshwater Bay House
Freshwater Bay House
Freshwater Bay House superior room
“Fabulous food, staff and walks – something for everyone and I thoroughly recommend HF Holidays!”
Mr Watts, April 2025 Guided Walking
Southern England Isle of Wight
Southern England South Downs
It’s no surprise that the South Downs inspired William Blake to pen the words to Jerusalem. Ancient woodland, chalk cliffs, and miles of coastline welcome visitors to what’s fondly known as the Gateway to England.
Around a quarter of the South Downs is woodland, making it the most thickly forested national park in England and Wales. The dense woods of Kingley Vale are home to the oldest trees in the country as well as mysterious Bronze Age burial chambers known as the Devil’s Humps. There’s also a collection of Sussex’s finest stately homes to discover including 16th century Parham House, or natural wonders such as Devil’s Dyke.
Example walks in the South Downs
Daily Guided Walking options
Walking grades
Easier walks: Cowdray Park and Petworth Begin at the polo grounds of Cowdray Park, walking through charming woodlands to Petworth. Visit the National Trust’s Petworth House or enjoy an optional stroll around the parkland.
Medium walks: Beachy Head & Seven Sisters Follow the South Downs Way from Eastbourne to Beachy Head, past Belle Tout lighthouse and over the Seven Sisters to Cuckmere Haven. Note the lighthouse’s relocation in 1999 due to cliff erosion.
Harder walks: Amberley & The South Downs Way Hike alongside the peaceful River Arun before following the South Downs Way to Barnsfarm Hill where the chalk downs are rich in wildflowers and butterflies. The route crosses Washington Common back to Abingworth Hall.
Also available from this house: Self-guided Walking, Walking with Sightseeing and Gentle Guided Walking. Plus Festive, Discover More and Special Interest holidays. Call us or see website for details.
Chanctonbury, South Downs
Beachy Head, South Downs
“Abingworth Hall is very cosy and intimate, the rooms comfortable and warm, with brilliant welcoming and friendly staff. Enjoyed the two days of walking with very pleasant and capable leaders. The weather was very much against us on day two, but there is much to enjoy about comradeship and getting through adversity as a small group. Great fun!”
Ms Callaghan, February 2026
Abingworth Hall
South Downs
Storrington Road, Thakeham, West Sussex RH20 3EF
With records dating back to 1231, this cosy former farmhouse has almost 800 years of history. Located in the parish of Thakeham at the foot of the South Downs National Park, Abingworth Hall offers easy access to coast and countryside walking routes. After a day of exploring, you can look forward to relaxing in waterside gardens or on the terrace of the conservatory bar. There’s also an outdoor pool to enjoy.
• 4 star Visit England rated guest accommodation
• 27 guest rooms, many ground floor accessible
• 10 single rooms
• Outdoor pool (open May to September, selected hours)
• Ballroom and an attractive conservatory
• Eight acres of gardens
• Boot room and drying room
• Discovery Point with free to use self guided walking routes
• Free parking
Exclusive hire of the whole house
Our country houses are available for exclusive bookings, accommodating groups of various sizes for any occasion. The minimum number of people for exclusive occupancy at this house is: 37 (Total occupancy 44)
Abingworth Hall
Abingworth Hall swimming pool
Abingworth Hall
Central England Cotswolds
Wonderful countryside scenery, postcard-pretty villages, historic market towns, and lashings of charm make the Cotswolds one of the UK’s most popular walking destinations.
As a designated National Landscape measuring nearly 800 square miles, it offers no shortage of well trodden walking routes around the likes of the Windrush Valley and Lower and Upper Slaughter, plus superb foodie spots and some of the best scenery in Britain.
Example walks in the Cotswolds
Daily Guided Walking options
Walking grades
Easier walks: The Slaughters and Salmonsbury Camp Enjoy a circular walk from Bourton on the Water through the picturesque villages of Lower and Upper Slaughter, then return via Salmonsbury Camp. Views over the River Eye provide the perfect photo opportunity.
Medium walks: Hidcote to Chipping Campden This walk links the National Trust gardens at Hidcote Manor with Chipping Campden, passing over the rolling hills via the village of Ilmington. Hidcote Manor Garden, designed in Arts & Crafts style, is renowned for its colourful outdoor ‘rooms’.
Harder walks: The Gloucestershire Way Starting at the 16th century Frog Mill Inn, this walk follows the Gloucestershire Way through rolling Cotswold countryside. The route passes through sleepy villages and the scenic Windrush Valley back to Bourton on the Water.
Also available from this house: Self-guided Walking, Gentle Guided Walking, Tread Lightly Guided Walking, Walking with Sightseeing, Thames Path Guided Trail and Cotswold Way Guided Trail. Plus Festive, Discover More and Special Interest holidays. Call us or see website for details.
Lower Slaughter
Chipping Campden
“Being on an HF Guided Walking Holiday at Harrington House was a real joy. The leaders were exceptional and took care to ensure we were regularly updated with the days events. The walks were well planned and took in the most beautiful villages. Above all else the House Team at Harrington House were amazing, serving nutritious meals and available for any dietary requirements. We have been on many UK Guided Walks and the Cotswolds tops the lot.”
This Grade II listed house offers a traditional country retreat in the heart of Bourton on the Water, a picturesque Cotswolds town with chocolate box cottages and stone bridges spanning the River Windrush. Outside you’ll find well groomed gardens and alfresco seating, while inside, the lovingly refurbished interior retains its original Georgian features.
• 4 star Visit England rated guest accommodation
• 26 well appointed guest rooms
• 10 single rooms
• Walled garden and large croquet lawn
• Two lounges
• Landscaped grounds
• Boot and drying room
• Discovery Point with free to use self guided walking routes
• Free parking
Exclusive hire of the whole house
Our country houses are available for exclusive bookings, accommodating groups of various sizes for any occasion. The minimum number of people for exclusive occupancy at this house is: 36 (Total occupancy 42)
Central
Bourton-on-the-Water
Harrington House
Harrington House superior
Central England Shropshire Hills
Explore one of England’s best-loved National Landscapes where walks will take you through spectacular landscapes like the Carding Mill Valley and the Long Mynd – an area of common land that’s been home to grazing ponies and sheep for centuries.
Spend time in the charming village of Church Stretton exploring its quaint bookshops, country pubs, and churches, or head to nearby Ludlow to discover a market town famed for its remarkably well preserved castle.
Example walks in the Shropshire Hills
Daily Guided Walking options
Walking grades
Easier walks: Bromfield, Priors Halton & Ludlow Starting near Bromfield, follow a short section of the Shropshire Way towards Ludlow, described by John Betjeman as “probably the loveliest town in England.”
Medium walks: Hope Bowdler & Caer Caradoc Ascend the long ridge of Hope Bowdler Hill before climbing the distinctive summit of Caer Caradoc. Look out for the Iron Age hillfort, the supposed site of King Caractacus’ final stand against the Roman invasion.
Harder walks: Ashes Hollow, Cwmdale and Carding Mill Leaving from Longmynd Country House, walk through the Ashes Hollow Valley and reach the summit of Pole Bank for excellent views. Continue towards All Stretton taking in Cwmdale and return to the house via Carding Mill.
Also available from this house: Self-guided Walking, Gentle Guided Walking, Tread Lightly Guided Walking, Guided Walking for Solos, Walking with Sightseeing and A Shropshire Way Guided Trail. Plus Festive, Challenge, Discover More and Special Interest holidays. Call us or see website for details.
Shropshire Hills
Ludlow Castle
“Great walking on the doorstep with excellent leaders and company. Very comfortable accommodation and staff go above and beyond to look after us. So good to have a sense of community for a few days away from the mayhem of the world!”
Longmynd Hotel
Church Stretton, Shropshire Hills
Cunnery Road, Church Stretton, Shropshire SY6 6AG
Located in the Shropshire Hills National Landscape, our largest country house is enjoying a £4 million upgrade – and it’s never looked better. Inside, a spacious open plan lounge offers panoramic views over the volcanic Stretton Hills and the Long Mynd, while outside, the house has its very own woodland sculpture trail. To top it all, the house sits just a short stroll from the cafés, pubs, bookshops and bakeries of Church Stretton.
• 4 star Visit England rated guest accommodation
• 64 guest rooms including premium rooms with a view
• 27 single rooms
• Recent multi million pound refurbishment
• Woodland sculpture trail
• Boot room and drying room
• Lounge overlooking the Stretton Valley
• Discovery Point with free to use self guided walking routes
• Free parking
Exclusive hire of the whole house
Our country houses are available for exclusive bookings, accommodating groups of various sizes for any occasion. The minimum number of people for exclusive occupancy at this house is: 89 (Total occupancy 105)
Central England
Shropshire Hills
Longmynd Hotel
Longmynd Hotel dining room
Longmynd Hotel premium room
Ms Jenvey, July 2025 Guided Walking
South Wales
Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons)
Covering 520 square miles, Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park rewards walkers with rolling hills, waterfall-splashed landscapes, and wide-open spaces.
Enjoy short strolls along the history rich Brecon Canal, or venture into the Mellte Valley where powerful cascades plunging from heights of up to 50ft have earned the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) the nickname, Waterfall Country. Or, if you’re looking to conquer mighty mountains, the 886 metre peak of Pen Y Fan is the highest point in the national park and the tallest summit in South Wales.
Example walks in the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons)
Daily Guided Walking options
Walking grades
Easier walks: Waterfalls Country Follow the Mellte, Nedd Fechan, and Pyrddin rivers, finishing along an old industrial tramway to Pontneddfechan village. The waterfalls here are spectacular, especially after heavy rain.
Medium walks: Black Mountains & Hay-on-Wye Traverse along the northern escarpment of the Black Mountains in between the Three Rivers Ride and the Gospel Pass before following the Offa’s Dyke path to Hay on Wye.
Harder walks: Over the Four Tops A high level crossing of the main peaks in the central Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons). Traverse the four main summits – Corn Du, Pen Y Fan, Cribyn, and Fan y Big – and return to Nythfa House via country paths and roads.
Sgwd-Y-Pannwr
Also available from this house: Self-guided Walking, Walking with Sightseeing and Usk Valley Walk Guided Trail. Plus Festive, Discover More and Special Interest holidays. Call us or see website for details.
Pen-Y-Fan, Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons)
“It was brilliant. Lovely food, great walks, super leaders & guests from around the world who all bonded well. After a days walking many were enthusiastic for evening activities. As the house is near Brecon it was good to spend the day off in the town. The newly refurbished museum is excellent & as for the ice cream parlour!! It was super when all the walks gradually ended up there one day. The house is very well appointed with a delightful group of hard working staff.”
Mrs Whitford, June 2025
Guided Walking
Nythfa House
Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons)
Brecon, Powys LD3 7NN
Meaning ‘nesting place’ in Welsh, Nythfa House was built in 1867 as a private residence for a wealthy solicitor and antiquarian. Sitting on a hill above The Struet (one of Brecon’s oldest and most historic streets for its Charles I connections), it plays a harmonious host to those seeking a rural retreat just a 10 minute walk from the Welsh market town of Brecon and 25 minute drive from the booklover’s paradise, Hay on Wye.
• 4 star Visit Wales rated guest accommodation
• 31 well appointed guest rooms
• 11 single rooms
• Dedicated holidays for solo travellers
• Attractive garden
• Original design features
• Putting green and croquet lawn
• Boot room and drying room
• Discovery Point with free to use self guided walking routes
• Free parking
Exclusive hire of the whole house
Our country houses are available for exclusive bookings, accommodating groups of various sizes for any occasion. The minimum number of people for exclusive occupancy at this house is: 43 (Total occupancy 51)
South Wales Bannau
Brycheiniog
(Brecon Beacons)
Nythfa House
Nythfa House dining room
Nythfa House Superior room
North Wales
South Eryri (Snowdonia)
As the largest and loftiest national park in Wales at 823 square miles, Eryri (Snowdonia) really does have it all: jagged peaks, dramatic waterfalls, ancient woods, and a positively Tolkienesque vibe. In fact, it’s said that parts of the national park served as the inspiration for the land of Middle Earth in The Lord of the Rings
When it comes to walking, there’s the heritage rich market town of Dolgellau to explore, the wildlife packed Mawddach Estuary, and the rugged foothills of Cader Idris –the highest mountain in southern Snowdonia (Eryri) at 893 metres.
Example walks in South Eryri (Snowdonia)
Daily Guided Walking options
Walking grades
Easier walks: Castell y Bere & Abergynolwyn Walk to the 13th century fortress of Castell y Bere, the last stronghold of the Welsh Princes. Pass by Mary Jones’ chapel, before heading through the Dysynni Valley to Abergynolwyn village.
Medium walks: Foel Offrwm & Old Precipice Walk Walk up through a former medieval deer park, then ascend to the summit of Foel Offrwm (Hill of Sacrifice). Descend to the Old Precipice Walk, perched high above the Afon Mawddach, before returning by farm track and quiet lanes.
Harder walks: Cader Idris Ridge Climb to the top of Cader Idris via the Minffordd Path. This outstanding mountain walk continues along the ridge, taking in two more summits, before descending gradually to Dolgellau. Enjoy great views down the Mawddach Estuary to the sea.
Also available from this house: Guided Walking for Solos, Self-guided Walking, Walking with Sightseeing, Walking with Sightseeing for Solos, Meirionnydd Coast Path and Meirionnydd Coast Path for Solos. Plus Festive, Discover More and Special Interest holidays. Call us or see website for details.
Mawddach Estuary
Cader Idris
“Beautiful location and setting. Walk leaders excellent in providing care and support to walkers, and leading interesting walks with great views. Accommodation and meals of a high standard.”
Dolserau Hall
Dolgellau, South Eryri (Snowdonia)
Dolgellau, Gwynedd, LL40 2AG
Arresting countryside views dominate at this characterful Victorian manor house at the southern end of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park. The location is idyllic; think rugged hills, dense woods, and craggy uplands in all directions. You’ll also be close to Dolgellau, the small market town known for its once flourishing wool industry and just a short trip away from the seaside town of Barmouth.
• 4 star Visit Wales rated guest accommodation
• 23 guest rooms including 10 single rooms
• Recent refurbishment of lounge, restaurant & shared spaces
• Five acres of gardens and grounds
• Comfortable lounge
• Views across the valley to the summit of Cader Idris
• Boot room and drying room
• Discovery Point with free to use self guided walking routes
• Nearest train station: Machynlleth (transfers available from Shrewsbury)
• Free parking
Exclusive hire of the whole house
Our country houses are available for exclusive bookings, accommodating groups of various sizes for any occasion. The minimum number of people for exclusive occupancy at this house is: 31 (Total occupancy 36)
North Wales
Dolgellau
Dolserau Hall
Bar, Dolserau Hall
Dolserau Hall premium room
Mrs Munslow, March 2026
Guided Walking
Northern England North York Moors
A much-treasured national park covering 554 square miles, the North York Moors does heather-clad moorland like nowhere else. Three-quarters of the world’s heather moors are found in Britain, and this is England’s biggest.
But that’s not all you’ll find here. There are miles of glorious coastline fringed with clifftop paths and footed by beautiful beaches. For many though, the real showstopper is Whitby – the seaside resort famous for its fishing heritage, Gothic abbey, and Dracula connections.
Example walks in the North York Moors
Daily Guided Walking options
Walking grades
Easier walks: Goathland & Grosmont Circuit Starting in Goathland, famous for featuring in TV’s Heartbeat and the Harry Potter movies, this walk proceeds through moorland and farmland to Grosmont, returning along the old railway trail.
Medium walks: Roseberry Topping & Great Ayton This route climbs the escarpment of the North York Moors, ascending from Guisborough to the summit of Roseberry Topping. It continues to the equally impressive viewpoint at Captain Cook’s Monument and Great Ayton.
Harder walks: Ravenscar to Whitby A dramatic coastal route beginning at Ravenscar. This walk heads through Boggle Hole and Robin Hood’s Bay and ends in Whitby with a descent down the 199 steps from Whitby Abbey.
Also available from this house: Self-guided Walking, Gentle Guided Walking, Walking with Sightseeing, Cleveland Way Complete Guided Trail and Cleveland Way Coastal Guided Trail. Plus Festive, Family, Discover More and Special Interest holidays. Call us or see website for details.
North York Moors National Park
199 steps, Whitby
“Hotel is in a lovely spot above Whitby. Choice of 3 walks – from 4 miles to 9 so suitable for all abilities. Food excellent! HF holidays are ideal for singles and couples as there is a big community feel.”
Larpool Hall
Whitby, North York Moors
Larpool Drive, Whitby, North Yorkshire YO22 4ND
Built in the 1780s on a site dating back to Norman times, Larpool Hall’s location above Whitby offers impressive views over the Esk Valley. First owned by a Whitby ropemaker who operated a shipyard here, this Grade II listed house has many original features including ornate fireplaces, a grand staircase, and picture windows. The house is just steps from the North York Moors National Park and the Cleveland Way.
• 4 star Visit England rated guest accommodation
• 29 guest rooms including three Superior
• 9 single rooms
• Original features such as fireplaces and exposed ceiling beams
• Spacious grounds
• Comfortable lounge
• Boot room and drying room
• Discovery Point with free to use self guided walking routes
• Free parking
Exclusive hire of the whole house
Our country houses are available for exclusive bookings, accommodating groups of various sizes for any occasion. The minimum number of people for exclusive occupancy at this house is: 42 (Total occupancy 49)
Larpool Hall
Larpool Hall garden
Larpool Hall Superior room
Mrs Potts, April 2025 Gentle Guided Walking
Northern England Southern Yorkshire Dales
The Southern Yorkshire Dales set the bar high for knockout views and natural wonders. There’s Malham Cove, a striking amphitheatre-shaped limestone formation, and Gordale Scar, an ancient gorge that ranks among the Yorkshire Dales National Park’s most iconic landmarks.
Other not to be missed highlights include Malham Tarn, England’s highest lime rich lake, or Janet’s Foss, an enchanting waterfall steeped in local folklore. Then, of course, you’ve got the Yorkshire Three Peaks Pen y ghent, Whernside, and Ingleborough. This trio of towering summits, the highest in the region, can be conquered over one exhilarating weekend.
Example walks in the Southern Yorkshire Dales
Daily Guided Walking options
Walking grades
Easier walks: Linton and Grassington Admire valley views of Wharfedale on a walk from Linton to Burnsall. Explore Linton’s 12th century church and the largest waterfall on the River Wharfe, Linton Falls, before following the Dales Way to Grassington.
Medium walks: Gordale and Malham Cove Walk from Malham to the woodland setting of Janet’s Foss waterfall and the magnificent Gordale Scar. Continue north over open moorland, past Malham Cove, to reach Malham Tarn.
Harder walks: Ingleborough Starting from Clapham, this route ascends Ingleborough, the second highest mountain in the Dales. Soak up views over the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District, descending via Gaping Gill.
Also available from this house: Guided Walking for Solos, Self-guided Walking, Gentle Guided Walking, Tread Lightly Guided Walking, Walking with Sightseeing, The Dales Way Guided Trail and The Dales High Way Guided Trail. Plus Festive, Challenge, Discover More and Special Interest holidays. Call us or see website for details.
Limestone pavement
Malham Cove
“Great house, accommodation, staff, food, company, entertainment and really enjoyed the walks. The walk leaders were very knowledgeable and you felt safe on their walks.”
Mrs Cosgrove, November 2025
Newfield Hall
Malham, Southern Yorkshire Dales
Airton, Malhamdale, North Yorkshire BD23 4AA
Newfield Hall sits on the southern edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Built in 1855, many of the house’s original interior design features remain, including the impressive hall and sweeping staircase. Guests can also visit the heritage room, which showcases vintage HF Holidays brochures, photographs, walks programmes, and memorabilia. In 2023, Newfield Hall received a prestigious Visit England award for excellent service.
Our country houses are available for exclusive bookings, accommodating groups of various sizes for any occasion. The minimum number of people for exclusive occupancy at this house is: 61 (Total occupancy 72)
Northern England
Newfield Hall
Newfield Hall lounge
Newfield Hall superior room
Northern England Western Yorkshire Dales
A magnet for walkers who love uninterrupted countryside, this part of the Yorkshire Dales National Park is cut through from north to south by the Pennines whilst rubbing shoulders with the Lake District and Lancashire to the west.
Explore the small group of handsome hills known as the Howgill Fells, make your way through the flower carpeted meadows of Muker in Swaledale, or admire the falling waters of Cautley Spout. And when you’re not busy enjoying all the great outdoors has to offer, you can spend time browsing the bookshops of Sedbergh – the Cumbrian market town known as England’s official book town.
Example walks in the Western Yorkshire Dales
Daily Guided Walking options
Walking grades
Easier walks: Along Dentdale Follow a short section of the Dales Way to Sedbergh. Head along Dentdale and through Dent to discover the local legend of the ‘terrible knitters’ , before following the River Dee back to Sedbergh.
Medium walks: Above the Lune Valley Walk above the Lune Valley and visit Fox’s Pulpit – a rocky outcrop which is a place of pilgrimage for Quakers. Having descended to the River Lune, the route returns to Sedbergh along the Dales Way beside the River Rawthey.
Harder walks: High Cup Nick This walk follows the Pennine Way from Dufton to High Cup Nick – a dramatic U shaped valley carved into the North Pennines. The route includes a loop around the rim of the valley before descending back to Dufton.
Also available from this house: Self-guided Walking, Gentle Guided Walking, Tread Lightly Guided Walking and Walking with Sightseeing. Plus Festive, Discover More and Special Interest holidays. Call us or see website for details.
Swaledale, Western Yorkshire Dales
High Cup Nick, Western Yorkshire Dales
“Well equipped house with good boot/drying room, should the weather not cooperate! Excellent food, including good adaptions for special diets. Comfortable room with all the usual things such as TV, kettle, en suite. Fun evening activities and great guided walks during the day.”
Mx Percy, April 2025
Guided Walking
Thorns Hall
Sedburgh, Western Yorkshire Dales
Cautley Road, Sedbergh, Cumbria LA10 5LE
History fans love this Grade II listed manor house. There’s reference to a Thorns Hall as far back as 1534 and though the house has been renovated many times, original features still remain. Expect wood panelled reception rooms, beamed ceilings, and stone flag flooring. The inviting bar is ideal for cosying up with a drink by the log burner. Accommodation is spread between the main house and converted buildings around the cobbled courtyard.
• 4 star Visit England rated guest accommodation
• 25 guest rooms including one Superior
• 12 single rooms
• Dedicated holidays for solo travellers
• Original features
• Licensed bar with log burner
• Garden with outdoor seating
• Boot room and drying room
• Discovery Point with walking routes
• Nearest train station: Oxenholme, Lake District (transfers available)
• Free parking
Exclusive hire of the whole house
Our country houses are available for exclusive bookings, accommodating groups of various sizes for any occasion. The minimum number of people for exclusive occupancy at this house is: 32 (Total occupancy 38)
Northern
Thorns Hall lounge
Thorns Hall superior room
Thorns Hall
Northern England Southern Lake District
With its unspoiled, simple beauty, the Southern Lake District has stirred the imagination of visitors for centuries. Walks here take in views of the English landscape at its most sublime and some of the very same scenes that inspired the likes of William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter.
Discover the sparkling waters of Coniston, visit timeless villages such as Grasmere, Hawkshead, and Ambleside, and climb famous fells like the Old Man of Coniston.
Example walks in the Southern Lake District
Daily Guided Walking options
Walking grades
Easier walks: Tarn Hows and Coniston Follow in Beatrix Potter’s footsteps with a walk through the woods from Monk Coniston to Tarn Hows. This route returns to Coniston Village via Yew Tree Farm, a property gifted to the National Trust by the author herself.
Medium walks: Rydal Water and Loughrigg Fell Start in Grasmere and head past Wordsworth’s Dove Cottage to join the old Coffin Route to Rydal. Cross Rydal Water and visit the impressive Rydal Cave before reaching the summit of Loughrigg Fell. Gently descending paths lead back to Ambleside.
Harder walks: Langdale Pikes Explore the popular Langdale Pikes with visits to the summits of Pavey Ark, Harrison Stickle, Pike O’Stickle and Rossett Pike. This walk along the Langdale skyline contains some of the Lake District’s most iconic peaks.
Also available from this house: Self-guided Walking, Gentle Guided Walking, Tread Lightly Guided Walking and Walking with Sightseeing. Plus Festive, Family, Challenge, Discover More and Special Interest holidays. Call us or see website for details.
Grasmere
Langdale Pikes
“This 7 day guided walking holiday was booked by my local walking group. We enjoyed six days of walking, able to choose every day from three different graded walks. The leaders were extremely professional, knew their terrain, were very conscious of different people’s abilities and very helpful.”
Monk Coniston
Coniston , Southern Lake District
Coniston, Cumbria LA21 8AQ
Overlooking Coniston Water, the scenic location of this Grade II listed house was the inspiration for Arthur Ransome’s 1930 novel, Swallows and Amazons. It was once owned by Beatrix Potter and a large oil canvas painted by her brother, artist Walter Bertram, still hangs in the hallway today. Outside, you’ll find huge grounds that slope down to the lake, a rare tree trail, and a direct walking route to Tarn Hows – a popular National Trust beauty spot.
• 4 star Visit England rated guest accommodation
• 29 guest rooms, including one Superior
• 12 single rooms
• Large grounds with lake views
• Arboretum
• Hidden walled garden
• Boot room and drying room
• Discovery Point with free to use self guided walking routes
• Free parking
Exclusive hire of the whole house
Our country houses are available for exclusive bookings, accommodating groups of various sizes for any occasion. The minimum number of people for exclusive occupancy at this house is: 40 (Total occupancy 47)
Monk Coniston garden
Mrs Powell, August 2025
Monk Coniston
Monk Coniston Premium room
Northern England
Northern Lake District
There’s plenty to please walkers in the Northern Lake District, especially those wanting to do some Wainwright bagging. Legendary walker and guidebook author, Alfred Wainwright, described 214 Lakeland fells in his books and this part of the Lake District National Park boasts a superb selection including Blencathra, Cat Bells, Helvellyn, Skiddaw, and even Scafell Pike – the highest peak in England at 978 metres.
When you’re not busy bagging fells, take time to explore the popular market town of Keswick, take a stroll along the shores of Derwentwater, or hop aboard the famous Keswick Launch for a boat trip across the lake.
Example walks in the Northern Lake District
Daily Guided Walking options
Walking grades
Easier walks: Ullswater Way & Aira Force Stroll through fields and woodlands from Bennethead, following the path along Gowbarrow for views over Ullswater. Visit Aira Force waterfall and follow the Ullswater Way to Glenridding.
Medium walks: Cat Bells Leaving from Derwent Bank, head up the Cat Bells ridge, one of the most popular fells in the Lake District for its excellent views over Derwentwater. Descend along the lakeside path and walk part of the Cumbria Way.
Harder walks: Climb Scafell Pike, England’s highest summit. Head up via Grains Gill and Esk Hause and descend via the Corridor Route. Expect rough ground and steep paths but a huge sense of achievement at reaching the top.
Also available from this house: Self-guided Walking, Gentle Guided Walking, Tread Lightly Guided Walking, Walking with Sightseeing and St Bega’s Way. Plus Festive, Challenge and Special Interest holidays. Call us or see website for details.
Cat Bells
“I had a brilliant weekend at Derwentbank. The accommodation was comfortable, in a beautiful location, and the food was delicious. Sunday’s walk up Scafell Pike was incredible, led by friendly and knowledgeable guide, Rob.”
Set right on the shores of Derwentwater, the location of this 40 bedroom country house is hard to top. There are beautiful views from its garden rooms, orangery, and terrace, and it boasts gorgeous grounds that slope right down to the lake. What’s more, you’ll be less than two miles from the bustling market town of Keswick with its mix of cafés, restaurants, shops, and pubs, as well as the acclaimed Theatre by the Lake.
• 4 star Visit England rated guest accommodation
• 40 guest rooms, most with lake, garden, or fell views
• 16 single rooms
• Attractive orangery
• Outdoor terrace
• Boot room and drying room
• Discovery Point with free to use self guided walking routes
Our country houses are available for exclusive bookings, accommodating groups of various sizes for any occasion. The minimum number of people for exclusive occupancy at this house is: 54 (Total occupancy 64)
Derwent Bank
Derwent Bank lounge
Scafell Pike Challenge
Derwent Bank lake view terrace
Northern England
Northumberland
England’s northernmost county lines up miles of spectacular National Landscape-awarded coastline. The mighty coastal castle of Bamburgh never fails to impress walkers, while the thousands of rare bird species that flock to the region’s stunning sands and offshore islands are a delight for birdwatching fans.
Visit nearby Alnwick to explore its famous castle and gardens, continue up the coast to cross the tidal causeway to the holy island of Lindisfarne, or head inland to discover Northumberland National Park on foot.
Example walks in Northumberland
Daily Guided Walking options
Walking grades
Easier walks: Beadnell to Bamburgh Stroll along Northumberland’s National Landscape awarded coastline from Beadnell to Seahouses. Admire the lively harbour before continuing to the strikingly beautiful Bamburgh Castle, keeping an eye out for seabirds and seals along the way.
Medium walks: Dunstanburgh Castle Walk from Embleton to the impressive clifftop ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle. Follow a section of the Northumberland Coast Path to Alnmouth and spot fulmars, razorbills, and kittiwakes en route.
Harder walks: Hill Forts & High Hills Explore the historic landscapes of the Ingram Valley with views of the River Breamish and ancient forts. From the highest point, enjoy panoramic views stretching to the eastern boundary of Northumberland National Park.
Also available from this house: Self-guided Walking, Gentle Guided Walking, Walking with Sightseeing, Northumberland Coast Path Guided Trail and St Oswald’s Way Complete Guided Trail. Plus Festive, Challenge, Discover More and Special Interest holidays. Call us or see website for details.
An HF Holidays house since 1947, Nether Grange is located in the coastal village of Alnmouth. This former 18th century granary enjoys excellent views over Northumberland’s National Landscape awarded coastline, especially from its terrace garden. Gaze out at where the River Aln meets the North Sea, or enjoy a stroll along the sands of Alnmouth beach. Inside, there’s a relaxing conservatory bar area and a ballroom.
• 4 star Visit England rated guest accommodation
• 35 guest rooms, many with sea views
• 14 single rooms
• Conservatory and ballroom
• Terraced garden
• Boot room and drying room
• Outdoor terrace
• Discovery Point with free to use self guided walking routes
• Free parking (on street)
Exclusive hire of the whole house
Our country houses are available for exclusive bookings, accommodating groups of various sizes for any occasion. The minimum number of people for exclusive occupancy at this house is: 48 (Total occupancy 56)
Nether Grange
Nether Grange lounge
Nether Grange premium room
“Brilliant walking holiday. Northumberland beaches are amazing. I could have walked all day on the beach towards Bamburgh. HF holidays usually high standards on everything too. Lovely house right on the sea front. Great meals and picnics. Excellent walk leaders. Great group of people. Even the weather was magical for walking.”
Mrs Tibble, May 2025 Guided Walking
Western Scotland
Scottish Highlands
Everything in the Scottish Highlands warrants your attention; stunning scenery, amazing wildlife, heather-covered glens, big skies, and blissful seclusion. It’s also a huge draw for those keen to conquer Ben Nevis – Britain’s biggest mountain. Rugged and remote, Glen Coe in the central highlands showcases Scotland’s untamed landscape at its most dramatic.
All sparkling lochs surrounded by mighty Munros, walks here are every bit as spectacular as you’d expect. What’s more, wildlife is boosted by Glen Coe’s National Nature Reserve status, so be on the lookout for herds of Scottish red deer roaming the glens.
Example walks in the Scottish Highlands
Daily Guided Walking options
Walking grades
Easier walks: Historic Glencoe Explore Glencoe’s majestic scenery and haunting past on this short walking route. Follow gentle woodland paths to the “Hospital Lochan” and learn about the history of the MacDonald clan before reaching Clachaig Inn – a hostel that’s been a favourite with walkers for decades.
Medium walks: Isle of Lismore Take a ferry to Lismore Island for an excellent walk that visits Port Ramsay, a Pictish Broch, and ancient castle ruins. There’s also views across Loch Linnhe towards the mountains of Glen Coe and the Isle of Mull.
Harder walks: Ben Nevis Climb Ben Nevis, Scotland’s highest mountain, via the Pony Track. Standing 1,345 metres above sea level, the summit offers incredible views after a challenging but rewarding ascent.
Also available from this house: Self-guided Walking, Gentle Guided Walking and Walking with Sightseeing. Plus Festive, Family Challenge and Discover More holidays. Call us or see website for details.
Ben Nevis from Corpach
Loch Leven
“Loved the HF Scottish Highlands, guided walking holiday –exceeded all expectations (welcoming staff, great food, lovely guests from all over the world and amazing mountain walks). Hope to return again next year.”
Mrs Gillespie, July 2025 Guided Walking
Alltshellach
Glen Coe, Scottish Highlands
Glen Coe, Onich, Fort William, Inverness-shire PH33 6SA
This stately Scottish house in North Ballachulish sits right on the shores of Loch Leven. Since joining HF Holidays in 1929, Alltshellach has charmed hundreds of guests with its ornate stained glass windows, roaring fireplaces, and cosy bar. Enjoy rewarding walks in areas such as Ardgour, Kentallen, and Glen Nevis, before unwinding with a post dinner stroll by the loch or a wee dram in the inviting lounge areas.
• 3 star Scottish Tourist Board rating
• 38 guest rooms, many with loch views
• 14 single rooms
• Heated indoor swimming pool (selected hours)
• Three lounges
• Boot room and drying room
• Wooded grounds leading to Loch Leven
• Discovery Point with walking routes
• Nearest train station: Fort William (transfers available from Glasgow)
• Free parking
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Exclusive hire of the whole house
Our country houses are available for exclusive bookings, accommodating groups of various sizes for any occasion. The minimum number of people for exclusive occupancy at this house is: 53 (Total occupancy 62)
Alltshellach
Alltshellach swimming pool
Alltshellach Superior room
A different way to holiday from our HF Country Houses
Go beyond walking
Alongside our famous walking breaks, we offer a wide collection of holidays shaped around shared interests and hobbies, many based indoors or involving alternative ways to travel. From learning a new skill to exploring a destination in depth, these holidays help curious minds and enthusiastic learners create lasting memories together, both indoors and out.
Special Interest holidays
Try something new or develop existing skills, from art and music to yoga, cooking, and more. Led by expert tutors, these activity breaks include excursions and hands on experiences, combining creativity, learning, and connection with others, based mainly at our UK country houses.
Please visit hfholidays.co.uk/special-interest for our full collection, or call us for help and advice.
Led by expert tutors & leaders
Whichever holiday you choose, you’ll be guided by an expert, be it a tutor sharing their specialist knowledge or a leader revealing the essence of a destination. Their passion and enthusiasm ensure you return home with new skills, fresh perspectives, and wonderful memories.
Discover More Holidays
Discover More tours offer an exclusive way to explore the UK’s hidden gems in small groups of up to 16. Travelling by minibus, you’ll reach places larger groups can’t. Whether tasting goat’s cheese in the Lake District, trying cider‑making in Exmoor, or riding a heritage railway in Derbyshire, these immersive tours connect you with local stories and traditions, before returning each day to the comfort of our HF Country Houses. View our full collection at hfholidays.co.uk/discovery-tours
Martin Kitching
Guided Birdwatching in Northumberland
Martin is a wildlife, photography, and astronomy guide, author, and lifelong nature enthusiast. Having spent most of his life north of the Tyne, he brings deep local insight and infectious enthusiasm, inspiring guests as he shares the region’s birdlife, marine life, and star filled skies through his expert knowledge and storytelling.
Discover More of the Peak District
Rambles with a Sketchbook
UK & Ireland holidays in our partner hotels
We know there’s a whole world of walking to discover which cannot be reached from our own UK country houses. That’s why we maintain the same high standards at our partner hotels to offer you even more places to walk, sightsee, and explore. Each independently-owned property is handpicked to ensure a warm welcome, fabulous food, and plenty of space to eat and socialise together, including even more small group Walking with Sightseeing holidays in 2027.
What’s included in the price of your holiday
• Guided walks led by our experienced HF Holidays Leaders
• En suite rooms in carefully selected 3 to 4 star rated partner hotels and accommodation*
• Cooked or continental breakfast every morning
• Daily packed lunches on the majority of holidays^
• Three course evening meals with choice of dishes, served at shared dining tables
• All transport to and from walks, plus any luggage transfers, where necessary
*With equivalent quality recognition for small guest houses and B&Bs.
^Please check individual itineraries or call us to enquire.
Small Group Holidays
A more personalised experience thanks to smaller group sizes (maximum 16 people).
Daily choice of walks
One size doesn’t fit all when it comes to walking breaks – these guided walking holidays come with a choice of two daily walk options.
Best of Anglesey Coast Path Guided Trail
European holidays
Our European holidays reveal the continent’s most uplifting landscapes one step at a time. From Italy’s shimmering lakes and Austria’s flower-rich valleys to the forested peaks Pyrenees, each walk is guided by local experts who know every ridge, summit, path and shoreline so you and your group can explore with confidence knowing everything is taken care of.
Guided Walking & Guided Walking with Sightseeing holidays
Guided walking holidays are always our most popular choice. In Europe, choose one of two guided walks each walking day, graded from 1 to 5 to suit your fitness level. Let our expert local leaders handle routes and details, so you can relax, enjoy the journey and make memories with your group.
Our Walking with Sightseeing holidays combine guided walks with sightseeing tours and experiences. Travelling both by coach and on foot, the group explores together each day on one walk, visiting famous landmarks, and hidden gems.
What’s included
• A choice of two different grade guided walks each walking day
• Walks led by experienced local leaders who know a place best
• A Tour Manager to ensure a seamless guest experience from start to finish
• Breakfast and dinner each day, and selected lunches*
• ATOL protected flight packages from the UK, including hold baggage and airport transfers, or ‘no fly’ rail travel options too
*Please refer to each individual holiday for more information.
Walking in Malta & Gozo
Walking the Western Algarve, Portugal
Abruzzo, Italy’s Wild Heart
Montenegro’s Lakes & Mountains
The Best of Mallorca, Spain
Worldwide holidays
Our worldwide holidays combine active walking adventures with visits to big-name sightseeing spots and cultural experiences. Whether you want to walk the ancient roads of Japan, or hike through the Himalayas, each unforgettable journey is guided by our expert local leaders. Chosen for their extensive knowledge, they bring every walk and tour to life, helping you make unforgettable memories and lasting friendships with your fellow group.
Guided Walking & Guided Walking with Sightseeing holidays
On our worldwide holidays guests explore together on one dedicated walk each walking day, led by expert local leaders (except Morocco and the Canadian Rockies where you’ll have a choice of two walks). Our walks are graded between 2 and 4 to suit your fitness level.
You’ll find both guided walking holidays and guided Walking with Sightseeing across our worldwide collection, helping you strike the ideal balance of activity and cultural discovery.
See our website or call our friendly team to find the best experience for you, and ask about exclusive sole departures for larger groups on all overseas holidays.
What’s included
• Guided walking, insightful sightseeing, and memorable cultural experiences
• Accommodation that reflects the authenticity of your destination
• A Tour Manager to ensure a seamless guest experience from start to finish*
• Experienced local leaders who know a place best
• The majority of meals
• ATOL protected flight packages from the UK, including hold baggage and airport transfers
*Please refer to each individual holiday for more information.
Maritime Canada: Nova Scotia to Prince Edward Island
Walking with Sightseeing in Vietnam
Walking with Sightseeing in Japan
Walking in the Georgian Caucasus
On the Trail of the Incas, Peru
Meet your Groups Team
How to book your group holiday
We love Group Organisers – the people who put plans in place, set things in motion, and make things happen! So, whether it’s for family, friends, colleagues, or a club, let your dedicated Account Manager take the stress out of organising your group getaway.
STEP 1
CALL US ON 020 3974 8865
Let’s find the perfect trip for your group. Once you’ve discussed when and where you’d like to travel with your group (mountain, coast, special interest, UK or Europe etc.), give us a call — we’ll recommend the best options to suit your needs.
STEP 2 GUEST LIST & PAY DEPOSIT
We’ll hold your provisional booking for 4 6 weeks while you gather guest details and deposits. Let your Account Manager know of any special requirements, and keep us updated if anything changes.
If you’re hiring one of our houses for exclusive sole occupancy, the guest list is required 14 weeks before departure, and full balance due 12 weeks before departure. For all holidays not based at our country houses, deposits are due 4 weeks after provisional booking.
STEP 3 PAY YOUR BALANCE
Check page 51 in this guide for balance payment due dates. All payments need to be made by the Group Organiser via ‘My Account’ on our website, BACS or via phone.
STEP 4
GET SET & GO!
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Exclusive house hire
Pay a flat rate across all rooms - no Premium or Superior room upgrade fees! Ask us for details.
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Useful information
To secure your holiday
To confirm your booking, you will need to pay a non refundable deposit within 4 6 weeks of your provisional booking, please refer to the table below for more information. Once we have received your booking and deposit, we will send a guest confirmation by email. Please check this document carefully to ensure all information is correct, particularly passenger and holiday details, and advise us immediately of any errors. It is essential that the names on your booking match your passports. Any changes after your booking has been made may incur administration fees or operational charges. If your group numbers change, your group holiday cost will be recalculated.
Paying your deposit
You can pay your deposit by debit or credit card with no additional card fees charged or make an online BACS payment directly into HF Holidays’ bank account. All payments to be made by the individual Group Organiser on behalf of the group. Please note: We do not accept American Express or Diners cards.
Settling your balance
Your balance needs to be settled in advance of your departure. Please see below and refer to your guest confirmation for details.
£175:
£250: UK Partner accommodation holidays
£300: European holidays 12 weeks prior to departure
£500: Worldwide holidays
My Account
14 weeks prior to departure
If you haven’t already registered for ‘My Account’, please go to hfholidays.co.uk/myaccount to manage your details, view your holiday documents and make payments.
BACS payments
Please quote your booking reference when you make your payment online:
Bank Name: National Westminster Bank Plc
Account Name: HF Holidays Limited
Sort Code: 60 00 01
Account Number: 48904805
BIC: NWBKGB2L
IBAN: GB90NWBK60000148904805
Cancellation terms
Should you, or any member of your party, decide to cancel your holiday booking you must advise us in writing, either by letter or by email. A cancellation will take effect from the date that written notice is received at our office. As we incur costs in cancelling your arrangements you will have to pay the applicable cancellation charges as shown on our website at hfholidays.co.uk/booking-conditions
Member discount
Individual Members receive a £30 discount on the price of their holiday – your Account Manager will apply the relevant savings at the time of booking. If you would like your entire group to benefit, ask us about Group Membership, so all members of your group can save £30 per person. Visit hfholidays.co.uk/member for more information.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not provided by HF Holidays. HF Holidays strongly recommends that all customers obtain comprehensive travel insurance to cover medical expenses, cancellations, delays, personal property, rescue, repatriation, all altitudes included within your itinerary and all programmed activities you take part in during your holiday, or other risks that travel insurance is designed to protect against. It is a condition of booking that all customers resident in the United Kingdom obtain comprehensive travel insurance for all overseas holidays booked with HF. It is also a condition of booking that all customers resident outside the United Kingdom (who are not UK citizens) obtain comprehensive travel insurance for all HF Holidays arrangements, whether taking place in the UK or overseas. Customers who choose to travel without adequate insurance do so entirely at their own risk. HF Holidays shall not be liable for costs or losses arising from circumstances that would ordinarily be covered by appropriate travel insurance. We may require you to provide proof of adequate insurance cover either before or during your holiday.
ATOL & ABTOT protection
All the flights and flight inclusive holidays in this brochure are financially protected by the ATOL scheme. When you pay you will be supplied with an ATOL Certificate. Please ensure that everything you booked is listed on it. Please see our booking conditions for further information or to find out more about financial protection and the ATOL Certificate go to: atol.org.uk/ATOLCertificates. If you choose land only, you will be responsible for making your own travel arrangements, including your flights and airport transfers at your destination. Holidays without flights are still ABTOT bonded, but please note that if you choose to book your own flights you won’t be covered under our ATOL protection. For full details see our booking conditions.
Content & Pricing
The information in this piece is correct at the time of print. However, occasionally changes and errors can occur, and we reserve the right to rectify these. Prices are subject to availability and can be changed or withdrawn at any time. Please refer to our website for full details of the holidays we provide before booking.
All booking conditions will be subject to the booking conditions on our website. Please read them in full at hfholidays.co.uk/booking-conditions
HF Holidays Group Membership
Are you a club secretary? Joining HF Holidays as a Group Member is your first step towards taking your club’s experience to the next level. With a one-off purchase of 100 x £1 shares (no annual subscription required), your club will enjoy £30pp off UK, £50pp off Europe and £80pp off worldwide group holiday bookings.
Talk to our Sales & Support Team about Group Membership today, or visit hfholidays.co.uk/member for more details.
If you have any upcoming bookings at the time you become a member, your member discount will be applied retrospectively (this does not apply to holidays already taken).
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Mrs Ratcliffe, March 2026, Tunbridge Wells Ramblers, Isle of Wight
