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Yorkshire Dales - Three Peaks in three days - three very different days walking
13 October 2023
The Yorkshire Dales Three Peaks have a real special place in my heart. A blog and videos after this stunning guided walking holiday taking in the Three Peaks over three days.
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Herriot Way - September 2023
05 October 2023
Our fifth Shepherds walking holiday was very enjoyable, once again we were graced with perfect weather. As always the booking arrangements, preparation and documentation was first class. (Which is why we keep coming back).
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Sycamore Gap
28 September 2023
The iconic symbol on Hadrian's Wall which brought so many happy memories and inspiration, has been felled.
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A Flawless Holiday
21 June 2023
My son Gary and I would like to thank you for organising our self guided holiday along Hadrians Wall. The holiday was flawless from start to finish and has left us with many priceless memories to mark his fortieth birthday and spending Father's day on the trail was magical. A special mention for Brookside Villa at Gilsland and Hadrians Barn at Heddon for accommodation, Hadrians Haul for collecting and dropping off our bags and a big thank you to Dennis, his advice and help was priceless. A wonderful time. Thanks again Best wishes Steve Rose
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Hadrian’s Wall 13th-19th June - Our experience.
13 June 2023
Our holiday was to celebrate Gary’s big 40 birthday and it was from start to finish truly memorable. We began at Bowness on Solway on one of the hottest days of the year and the excellent weather continued for the six days of our walk.
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Isle of Man Coastal Path
13 June 2023
Just to let you know that I arrived back home safely on the evening of the23rd after having had a fabulous holiday. I have to admit that I found itquite strenuous in places and my body was glad of the rest when I arrivedback in Douglas, but the scenery and the wonderful people I met more thancompensated for the pain.
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Walking the Northern Saints Trail, the Way of the Light, the ultimate guide - route info
24 February 2023
The Northern Saints Trails are six routes that reflect the saints’ journeys and their connections with the Northeast and also recognise the significance of Durham Cathedral as a destination for pilgrims for centuries. The Way of the Light is a superb route which links Durham with the historic site of Heavenfield.
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Walking the Berwickshire Coast Path, the ultimate guide - route info
13 February 2023
Several years ago, a great friend of mine, who managed the Northumberland Coast Path, introduced me to the Berwickshire Coast Path.I was taken back, especially as it was different than the Northumberland Coast Path. From then on, it has been one of my favourite short walking holidays we offer.
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Training Plan to Prepare for a Shepherds Walks Holiday
23 January 2023
We get asked many times, how can I prepare for my walking holiday and will I be able to keep up with everybody else if I join a guided holiday group? It is essential to prepare for your holiday and this is our guide for you:
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Walking St Oswald’s Way the ultimate guide - route info
22 January 2023
The 97-mile St Oswald's Way is a real thinking person's trail. For those looking to do a real pilgrimage from the Holy Island of Lindisfarne to Heavenfield, the famous battle sight.
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Walking the Dales Way, the ultimate guide - route info
09 January 2023
The Dales Way is the most popular varied long-distance trail running not only passing through the Yorkshire Dales but also Cumbria and the Lake District, we look at the questions many people ask before booking.
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Walking the Hadrian’s Wall Trail, the ultimate guide - route info
14 December 2022
The Hadrian's Wall Trail is the most popular long-distance trail running through Northern England, we look at the questions many people ask before booking.
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Walking the Yorkshire Dales Three Peaks, the ultimate guide - route info
29 November 2022
The Yorkshire Dales Three Peaks route is 24 miles (38.6km), and it includes 1585m (5200ft) of ascent. The most common challenge is people trying to undertake it in under 12 hours, but here at Shepherds Walks Holidays, we cover this iconic walk in a more leisurely 3 days of walking.
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Walking the Northumberland Coast Path, the ultimate guide - route info
18 November 2022
The truly beautiful Northumberland Coast Path, we look at all the key questions that people ask before walking the trail.
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Walking Isle of Man Coastal Path, the ultimate guide - route info
01 November 2022
In this latest, we look at all the key questions that people ask before walking the Isle of Man Coast Path.
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Walking St Cuthbert’s Way, the ultimate guide - route info
25 October 2022
In this series of articles, we look at all the key questions that people ask before walking St Cuthbert's Way.
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Hadrian's Wall
05 October 2022
Duncan, Peter and Nick decided to walk Hadrian's Wall during the hottest week of 2022. They share their experience of their holiday with us here...
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St Oswald's Way
04 October 2022
Linda and Ruth enjoyed a bespoke holiday along St Oswald's Way last month. Here is what they thought of their trip...
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Northumberland Coast Path Bespoke Holiday
03 October 2022
Denise Liscombe and Tracy Waggoner wanted to join us for a walking holiday but add extra days for sightseeing. No problem. Read their account of their bespoke holiday along Northumberland Coast Path with Shepherds Walks Holidays....
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We made it - St Cuthbert's Way!
29 September 2022
A lovely group of ladies joined together to tackle St Cuthbert's Way with Shepherds Walks Holidays, way back in 2020. After 2 years of delays due to Covid they finally made it earlier this year..... read all about it here!
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Hadrian's Wall Trip Starting From Carlisle - NEW for 2023!
27 September 2022
Sharon and Alyn Wilkinson wanted to walk Hadrian's Wall, starting from Carlisle rather than Newcastle Upon Tyne. We are introducing Carlisle start holidays along the Wall in 2023. See what they have to say about their holiday here!
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St Oswald's Way 2022
30 August 2022
Alex and Christine share their experience of walking St Oswald's Way with us in late August / early September 2022. And what a journey they had!
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Many thanks for a great holiday along the coast
01 June 2022
Keith and Olive recently walked the Northumberland Coast Path with Shepherds Walks Holidays.They kindly wrote a blog post about the adventure.
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What is the best Long Distance Walking Trail in the UK?
06 April 2022
Taking in both National Trails and non-National Trails, we have compiled the list to answer the question, what is the best long-distance trail in the UK?
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