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Beginning in the historic town of Windsor, the Thames Path - East follows the river through peaceful countryside, vibrant riverside towns, and the incredible city of London, to end at the Thames Barrier. Pippa from the AE team set off to discover whether a walking holiday on the Thames... Read more

The Cotswold Way offers over 100 miles of magical walking through some of England's most idyllic scenery - a photographer's dream. We sent James from the Absolute Escapes team to walk the picturesque nine-mile stretch between King's Stanley and Painswick, and he came back with this stunning photo journal... Read more

The beautiful Central section of the legendary Pennine Way runs for 103 miles (166 km) from the Yorkshire Dales to Hadrian’s Wall Country, travelling along old Roman roads past breathtaking natural wonders. Dawn from Absolute Escapes took to the trail in search of space and tranquility ... Read more

Starting in the historic city of Oxford, the central Thames Path follows the river through an idyllic corner of England before finishing near Windsor Castle - the largest occupied castle in the world. Pippa from the Absolute Escapes team set off on a riverside ramble along the Thames Path... Read more

From the architectural marvel that is Hadrian’s Wall and the magnificent Borders Abbeys to the spiritual journey of St Cuthbert’s Way and the Neolithic stone circles of Avebury, Britain boasts a historic landscape begging to be explored. Discover our 7 favourite long-distance trails for history lovers. Read more

The Pennine Way is Britain’s oldest National Trail, spanning 268 miles along the rugged backbone of England to the Scottish Borders. The Northern section begins in the heart of Hadrian’s Wall Country and travels north to end in the Scottish borders. Caitlin from the Absolute Escapes laced up her walking... Read more

Starting in the maritime city of Plymouth, this section of the SWCP walking trail ventures over incredible cliff tops, down deep coves, and through tranquil fishing villages on the way to Exmouth - one of the oldest seaside towns in England. Join Fern from the Absolute Escapes team on... Read more

With 15 years’ first-hand experience of arranging walking holidays along Britain’s long-distance walking trails, we believe that we know a thing or two about where to find the best places to stay. Whether offering unbeatable views, incredible history, glorious food, or unique decor - read on to discover 12... Read more

Megan from the Absolute Escapes team continues her journey on the South West Coast Path from Falmouth to Plymouth. This section begins in the foodie hub of Falmouth before stretching for 77 miles through wonderful coastal scenery and lovely fishing villages. Visit picturesque Portloe and historic Charlestown, which features... Read more

2019 marks the 50th anniversary of the Cleveland Way! That's 50 years of creating wonderful memories as thousands of walkers have traversed its dramatic coastline and heather moorland, exploring historic castles and fishing villages tucked into tiny coves. Caitlin from the Absolute Escapes team laced up her walking boots... Read more