HF Holidays

02/08/2024

Enjoy sizzling savings of up to 50% and pay no more than £99 per person, per night on a selection of guided and self-guided walking holidays to some of the UK's best-loved beauty spots.

All our country house stays include full-board dining, comfortable en-suite guest rooms, and relaxing lounge areas.

Don't miss out on this fabulous opportunity to plan your spontaneous getaway, with many departures just around the corner. But hurry! These bargain deals won't last long. Offers end midnight 8 August.

https://www.hfholidays.co.uk/uk-walking-sale

01/08/2024

We are so proud to have hosted .Summit for the fourth year running. This year's event was held at Dolserau Hall, our charming country house in Southern Snowdonia (Eryri). This annual event inspires diverse communities to actively engage with the outdoors - a mission aligned with HF Holidays’ 110-year legacy of providing shared holiday experiences that spark friendship, fun, and a deep appreciation for nature.

If you fancy experiencing Southern Snowdonia’s breathtaking landscapes for yourself, search ‘Southern Snowdonia’ at HFHolidays.co.uk for all walking holidays at Dolserau Hall.



To find out more about The Summit, visit https://www.the-summit.uk/
Photo credit: for .UK in partnership with .co.uk and [ .outsiders.project ]

30/07/2024

Happy International Day of Friendship!

HF Holidays Leader Jill shared with us a truly heartwarming story about our 'Come & Craft' holiday at Dovedale back in February.

"Great to be in the company of fellow crafters - we had such fun. Pat’s activity was sorting through decades of photos, and one night, she sat talking to a fellow guest and realised she seemed familiar... It turned out they had known each other in the ‘70s but lost touch. Pat had seen her that day in one of the photos she had been sorting! HF bringing people together across the years..."

We'd love to hear your stories of friendship during your holiday with us. Share your story in the comments below.

26/07/2024

If British summertime hasn't quite lived up to your expectations yet, we’re here to help you plan the perfect winter sun escape.

Whether it's Madeira's Levada-lined trails, Tenerife's volcanic landscapes, or Malta's historic sites, we've got a fantastic selection of winter warmers. Best of all, book now and save up to £100pp.

Escape the cold and let Europe's sun-soaked trails put a spring in your step. Simply choose your destination and let HF Holidays guide you on an unforgettable adventure.

25/07/2024

We want you to know the impact of your holiday so you can make an informed choice. That’s why we’ve added carbon labelling to each holiday on our website.

The carbon measure indicates the amount of carbon dioxide (CO₂) emitted per traveller. Partnering with sustainability experts, ecollective, we've calculated the carbon footprint for each holiday, considering accommodation, transport, activities, meals, HF Holidays Leaders and Tour Managers, and flights or rail from the UK (when included).

On average, our trips in 2022-2023 emitted 180kg CO₂e per guest. We've reduced this by 11kg in the past year and aim to lower it annually.

Look for our carbon labels when planning your next HF Holidays getaway.

For more information, visit hfholidays.co.uk/carbon-footprint

24/07/2024

We're a co-operative who put people at the heart of what we do. Today, we have over 48,000 registered members, all of whom have the ability to voice their ideas and opinions at our Annual General Meetings (AGMs), enjoy a wealth of special offers, and are the first to hear about exciting new holiday launches.

Our exclusive Investment Member-only breaks are also hugely popular, as you can mingle with fellow HF Holidays members and meet a member of the Board or Senior Management Team.

Here are some fabulous photos of our members, joined by HF Holidays CEO, David Harrington, following June's Member-only break at Exmoor.

We'd love to hear from you. Share with us why you're a proud member of HF Holidays in the comments below.

23/07/2024

Our incredible walking holidays don’t end on the UK mainland.

Discover the incredible islands of the UK and beyond with our friendly walking groups on our Island Hopping holidays. Led by an experienced HF Holidays Leader, you'll witness stunning landscapes and gorgeous coastlines by day. By evening, you can relax at our hand-picked partner hotels, chosen for their sense of warmth and comfortable guest rooms.

The majority of our Island Hopping breaks offer full-board dining and daily transfers where required. Choose from flight-inclusive or land-only packages to suit your travel needs. These holidays sell out fast, so book your break now.

Looking for inspiration? Our 6-night Isles of Scilly Island Hopping Holiday includes includes half-board dining, with breakfast and 3-course evening meals provided. Prices start from £1,279pp.

18/07/2024

We've been committed to fostering inclusivity in nature since our first walking holiday in 1913. That’s why we’re delighted to support The Summit for the fourth year running - an annual weekend of workshops and activities led by POC outdoor community leaders. This year’s event included hiking, wild swimming, yoga classes, biking, and more.

The Summit provides an opportunity for the leaders to share their knowledge, lived experiences, and their passion for outdoor activities with others. To find out more about The Summit, visit https://www.the-summit.uk/

Photo credit: for .UK, in partnership with .co.uk and [ .outsiders.project ]

15/07/2024

If you're ready to up your walking holiday game, then look no further than our exhilarating challenge walks. These tougher walks require more stamina, but reward with panoramic views and maximum bragging rights.

To inspire, we're sharing some of our most popular challenge walk holidays: Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge, Wainwright Fell Bagging Challenges, Peak District Skyline Challenge, and more.

You'll be staying at our comfortable country houses, enjoy full-board dining, and be guided by an experience HF Holidays Leader.

https://www.hfholidays.co.uk/holidays/guided-walking/challenge-walk-holidays

13/07/2024

It's not too late to get your family together and discover the joy that a holiday in the great outdoors can bring.

We’ve got walks for little legs, trails for older children, and hikes that’ll keep the whole clan happy – all with experienced HF Holidays Leaders who know a place best. Best of all? Kids under 11 go free!

Wendy Turner, Senior UK Product Manager, was joined by her family in the North York Moors on our family walking adventure holiday, "I’ve recently stayed at Larpool Hall in Whitby, where my girls climbed their first mini-mountain – Roseberry Topping. Seeing the buzz this created for them has made the North York Moors one of my favourite destinations."

We asked Wendy's daughters to share her daughters' favourite moments of the holiday, to which Emily replied, "summiting my first mini-mountain" and Libby's best memory was "eating all the icecream".

Book your family walking adventure today https://www.hfholidays.co.uk/holidays/guided-walking/family-walking-holidays

11/07/2024

Check out a very special guest post on our blog, written by Phil Young (The Outsiders Project), co-founder of The Summit.

Together with Soraya Abdel-Hadi of All The Elements, The Summit’s mission is to inspire new and diverse communities of people to actively engage with the outdoors and share ideas in the open air.

We hosted the fourth annual event at our beautiful Dolserau Hall, Snowdonia (Eryri) National Park.

Head on over to our blog to read more about here; https://www.hfholidays.co.uk/news/the-summit-2024

Photo credit: for .UK in partnership with .co.uk and

10/07/2024

Getting to Derwent Bank, our lake-side hideaway tucked in the charming town of Keswick, is now easier than ever to get to.

Unlock savings to the Lake District by combining your rail and coach ticket to Keswick, courtesy of and . Take advantage of this fabulous incentive to support car-free travel.

Call our friendly team on 0203 9748 865 to find out more.

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09/07/2024

Save up to £200pp off your worldwide adventure by booking before 31 July.

No matter where in the world you want to tick off your bucket list, you can rely on HF Holidays to help you explore the world with ease.

From breathtaking walks and sightseeing tours to tasting local culinary delights and staying in carefully-selected accommodation. Every detail is meticulously planned by our knowledgeable product team who know a destination best.

Visit hfholidays.co.uk/worldwide to browse worldwide holidays.

08/07/2024

We’re all about protecting the countryside we love.

Our tread lightly walks start and end on the doorstep of our country houses – minimising your carbon footprint. All of our UK country houses are in stunning locations where the countryside or coastline takes centre stage.

Browse Tread Lightly guided walking holidays here: https://www.hfholidays.co.uk/holidays/guided-walking/tread-lightly

03/07/2024

Following in the footsteps of the Incas 👣

Peru is one game-changing walking destination. From the soaring snow-capped Andean peaks to the ancient ruins of the Sacred Valley and the colourful Rainbow Mountain, this South American gem rewards all those who venture here. The big draw is unravelling the mysteries of the short-lived Inca Empire by following the well-worn trails up to Machu Picchu.

Visit https://www.hfholidays.co.uk/destinations/the-americas/peru

01/07/2024

Unlike beach breaks or city stays, walking holidays allow you to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and reap the mental health and wellbeing benefits of the great outdoors.

Surrounded by stunning landscapes, fresh air, and the sights and sounds of nature, it's a chance to clear your mind, focus on the present, and reconnect with the natural world.

Check out our latest blog post where we answer frequently asked questions and provide you with the ultimate guide to walking holidays.

https://www.hfholidays.co.uk/news/ultimate-walking-holiday-guide

30/06/2024

We're a B Corp certified, British heritage brand with over 110-years of walking experience. Not only do we own and manage 16 characterful country houses in the UK, we offer walking holidays to over 40 destinations worldwide.

Watch our video to find out why over 55,000 people choose to walk with us every year.

27/06/2024

Don't miss out on reading about The Summit 2024 - a unique and powerful event for people of colour leading in the outdoors.

(All The Elements)

27/06/2024

For walkers seeking peace and tranquillity, few places can compare to Norway's Rondane. Thank you Venabu Fjellhotell for sharing these stunning photos of our guests exploring the local area.

To book your very own Norwegian adventure, browse here: https://www.hfholidays.co.uk/holidays-and-tours/walking-in-norways-rondane

27/06/2024

☀️ 5 ways to soak up the summer sun in the UK ☀️

1. Be beside the sea at our coastal houses 🏖
Take in the sea air at Freshwater Bay House on the Isle of Wight, Holnicote House in Exmoor, Chy Morvah in Cornwall, and Larpool Hall in the North York Moors.

2. Enjoy our outdoor pools 🏊
Swim in the sun at Abingworth Hall in the South Downs, Chy Morvah in Cornwall, and Freshwater Bay House on the Isle of Wight.

3. Lake and lochside stays 🌊
Unwind by the water at Alltshellach in the Scottish Highlands, Derwent Bank in the Northern Lake District, and Monk Coniston in the Southern Lake District.

4. Enjoy your own garden or courtyard bedroom 🌱
Options available at Derwent Bank in the Northern Lake District, Nythfa House in the Brecon Beacons (Bannau Brycheiniog), and Thorns Hall in the Western Yorkshire Dales.

5. Rest and relax in our house gardens 🌷
Garden highlights include Nether Grange in Northumberland, Harrington House in the Cotswolds, Peveril of the Peak in the Peak District, Newfield Hall in the Southern Yorkshire Dales, Dolserau Hall in Snowdonia (Eryri), and Longmynd House in the Shropshire Hills.

26/06/2024

Your holiday daydreams + HF Holidays = a match made in heaven!

Leave the details to us and let us plan your holiday of a lifetime. Simply choose from our incredible destinations across six continents and we'll organise the rest.

With holidays exploring the , , , , and more, you're spoiled for choice on where to visit for your big break.

25/06/2024

🎁 Voting in the British Travel Awards is now open!

HF Holidays has been nominated in two prestigious categories:
🏆 Best Travel Company for Special Interest Holidays
🏆 Best Company for UK Short Breaks

By voting, you'll automatically be entered into a draw for a chance to win a great prize.

https://britishtravelawards.com/btaform.php?nomLink=309 or vote via the direct link in our story.

A big thank you for your ongoing loyalty and support.

24/06/2024

A huge thank you to our members and guests who donated to our Pathways Fund, allowing us to provide assisted holidays.

We've partnered with Fences & Frontiers to offer asylum-seeking families a full-board holiday in the beautiful Peak District, staying at our country house, the Peveril of the Peak.

For many of the families, it was their first experience of a holiday in the UK, so we hope they enjoyed their well-deserved break.

Read more about the Pathways Fund here: https://www.hfholidays.co.uk/about-us/sustainable-travel/pathways

23/06/2024

The Shropshire Hills make for an enchanting getaway for any length of holiday. Discover our new 2-night stays from just £199pp, or choose to linger for longer on 3,4, or 7-night breaks.

Rachel Kepinska-Smith, CRM Marketing Manager, recently stayed at Longmynd House and shared her experience with us: "As the 'chief navigator' in my family, the job always lands on me to plan our trips, map routes, consider mealtimes and have a quick answer to questions like 'Are we nearly there yet?' or 'How much further?'.

So, to my delight, I was relieved of this on my recent trip to Longmynd House, HF Holidays Country House in Church Stretton in the beautiful Shropshire Hills.

My husband and I enjoyed three amazing meals a day and covered over 35,000 steps together exploring Shrewsbury, Stokesay Castle, and Haughmond Hill on our guided walks.

What stood out for me, aside from the stunning scenery and well-thought-out walks, were the conversations I had with fellow guests and our brilliantly friendly and knowledgeable leader, Andy. I learned so much from our chats, and the whole experience inspired us to guide our own children on a countryside walk closer to home the next weekend!

Only by stepping into the shoes of our guests, can we ever communicate the pure joy that shared walking in the great outdoors brings. It's safe to say that we've now caught the walking bug and plan to venture on many more HF Holidays with our family and friends."

For all breaks in the Shropshire Hills, visit: https://www.hfholidays.co.uk/destinations/united-kingdom/shropshire-hills

20/06/2024

There’s a lot to love about last-minute getaways, not least the thrill of exploring new places on a whim. We have a selection of can’t-miss offers in the UK, Europe, and beyond – all departing in the coming months

Discover and book the latest last-minute or late availability deals here:
https://www.hfholidays.co.uk/offers/late-availability

17/06/2024

Ready for an update on the renovations at Longmynd House?
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To find out more, head on over to our latest blog post:
https://www.hfholidays.co.uk/news/news-from-longmynd-house

We’ve spent over £2 million so far of our full £4 million renovation project on our iconic house in the Shropshire Hills. Returning guests will notice a marked transformation in both the exteriors and interiors with our initial investment. The building's existing detailing has been brought to life through new nature-led twists, designed to bring the outdoors indoors.

16/06/2024

Not many places in the UK outshine Brecon Beacons (Bannau Brycheiniog) National Park when it comes to wide open spaces and soul-stirring views. Carol Tomlin, HF Holidays Travel Consultant, shares with us her reasons for naming Brecon her favourite holiday destination in the UK.

"We enjoyed our time at Brecon, especially the lovely accommodation and great food at Nythfa House. The house is only a short walk into the Welsh market town of Brecon. It was such a nice experience to walk and chat with fellow guests as we joined them an easier walk."

Search 'Brecon Beacons' at hfholidays.co.uk for all holidays with stays based at Nythfa House.

14/06/2024

New season of 2025 holiday dates now available to book!

Here at HF Holidays, we take pride in creating new and unique experiences that will excite those that share our passion for travel. We’re delighted to announce that we have released the majority of our remaining 2025 dates from April to December, including twelve new holidays.

From thrilling newcomers in the UK like our Skyline series of guided weekend walking holidays to the return of trips to Northern Snowdonia and the Isle of Arran, there’s an abundance of choice for every keen walker.

For global adventures, you can explore the UNESCO-listed Salzkammergut, lovingly called Austria’s Lake District, or discover lava-strewn landscapes and epic sunsets in Hawaii. Or, experience extraordinary community projects and Big 5 wildlife safaris with our new itineraries in South Africa and Eswatini.

Browse new holidays https://www.hfholidays.co.uk/book-now-for-2025

14/06/2024

HF Holidays is pleased to announce that we've been selected as part of Wanderlust Travel Media The Travel Green List 2024.

The list is an annual celebration of the most promising and exciting initiatives in the world of sustainable travel for people and the planet. We're delighted to be part of just 14 travel operators making a significant difference to the planet, and the inclusion highlights the many Rail Adventure holidays that are offered, as well as our Tread Lightly holidays, which remove the use of transport altogether during each holiday.

Read the online article here:

Meet the operators not only doing their part for the planet but also making your sustainable travel dreams a reality...

11/06/2024

Explore iconic long-distance trails or conquer ones tailored specifically for you.

Spanning multiple days to finish the entire route, these hikes traverse some of the most stunning landscapes in the UK, Europe, and beyond. All transport to and from the trails is provided, and lodging options include our charming country houses, cosy and comfortable partner hotels, or distinctive accommodation such as mountain huts and hostels.

Check out our fabulous selection of guided trail breaks here: https://www.hfholidays.co.uk/holidays/guided-walking/guided-trails