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Following the path of an ancient fault line alongside sparkling lochs and historic canals, the Great Glen Way is one of Scotland's most rewarding walking trails. From exploring historic castles to kayaking on Loch Ness, discover some of the incredible experiences you can have along the way. Read more

Keen to escape to the beautiful coast of Devon and Cornwall but want to avoid the crowds? We're shining the spotlight on our favourite secluded beaches and coves which are quietly waiting to be explored. Read more

We missed our annual photo competition in 2020 so we've been taking a look at some of the incredible winning shots from our Walking Holiday category in previous years. Do you have the photography skills to win our competition in 2021? Read more

Pilgrimage walks have boomed in popularity in recent years, both in the UK and as far afield as Japan and The Middle East. Whilst some trails grew organically from religious roots, a large number are non-religious and cultural - aiming simply to connect people through walking, nature, and local... Read more

Here at Absolute Escapes, it doesn’t take much persuading to get our team out walking - the fresh air, the spectacular views and the time spent with friends. In our latest blog, Fern from the team discovers why walking is so good for you... Read more

Spanning 86 miles from Dublin to Clonegal, the Wicklow Way winds its way through the fondly nicknamed ‘Garden of Ireland’ - a glorious patchwork of mountain terrain, upland lakes, and glacier-carved valleys. Read more in our blog. Read more

Starting in Fort William and ending in Aviemore, the East Highland Way traverses 82 miles through enchanting forests, mountainous landscapes, and unspoilt wilderness. Read on to find out more about the road less travelled... Read more

Named after Lady Anne Clifford, an iconic figure in the history of northern England, the Lady Anne’s Way combines walking with local history and in doing so provides a fascinating insight into the life of this inspirational woman. In our latest blog, we discover why Lady Anne was so... Read more

The rolling hills of Yorkshire, stretching out in glorious green as far as the eye can see, have been immortalised in books and television countless times over the years. In James Herriot’s words, “the fields glittering under the first pale sunshine and the wisps of mist still hanging on... Read more

The South Downs Way is truly one of the UK's great national walking trails. It stretches for 100 miles (160 km) from Winchester to Eastbourne and follows well-trodden, waymarked trails. Charlotte from the team set out to experience the beauty of the trail for herself ... Read more