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How long does it take to walk the Coast to Coast?
By Mark Wright The Coast to Coast is revered as one of England’s finest long-distance walks. This iconic path crosses three national parks, showcasing a variety landscapes from fells and lakes to woodlands and moorlands. Starting at St Bees in the Lake District, walkers navigate deep sided valleys, lakeshores, and mountain passes. The Yorkshire Dales…
Read more >Alternatives to the Hadrian’s Wall walk
By Mark Wright Hadrian’s Wall Path, established in 2003, is a celebrated coast to coast route that closely follows the iconic Hadrian’s Wall. Built on the order of Emperor Hadrianus between AD122 and AD128, this defensive fortification aimed to safeguard the most northern extreme of the Roman Empire. The path runs from Wallsend near Newcastle,…
Read more >Walking the North Wessex Downs on The Ridgeway
By Tara Walker-Rose I was delighted to be able to walk this trail for my fam trip this year for two reasons. Firstly The Ridgeway is new to Mickledore and I wanted to visit some accommodation hosts and familiarise myself with the route. The second reason was that all the Mickledore trips I’ve been on…
Read more >History of the Sycamore Gap Tree on Hadrian’s Wall
By Mark Wright Affectionately known as the Sycamore Gap Tree, the iconic and photogenic lone sycamore that stood prominently on Hadrian’s Wall in Northumberland captured the imagination of countless visitors, photographers, nature enthusiasts and of course Hadrian’s Wall walkers. The tree’s history is not only intimately tied to its natural surroundings but also to its…
Read more >What to see at Housesteads Roman Fort on Hadrian’s Wall
By Mark Wright Housesteads Roman Fort offers a fascinating insight to the life of Roman soldiers stationed at this northern outpost from the 2nd to the 4th centuries AD. As one of the best-preserved and most iconic forts on Hadrian’s Wall, Housesteads provides visitors with a rich historical experience, surrounded by stunning landscapes and a…
Read more >Experience the Enchantment – 10 Reasons to Walk Hadrian’s Wall
By Mark Wright Hadrian’s Wall Path is an iconic trail stretching 84 miles across Northumberland and Cumbria. Steeped in history and surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, this path presents an unforgettable adventure for avid walkers and history enthusiasts alike. Here are 10 reasons why we think you should lace up your boots and experience the enchantment…
Read more >Anne-Marie’s West Highland Way Adventure
By Anne-Marie Wilson As the new kid on the block at Mickledore, I was both surprised and delighted to be asked to go and walk the West Highland Way for my familiarisation trip. As a soft Southerner, who will normally only go on holiday if there is at least a small chance of warm sunshine,…
Read more >Top 6 Highlights on the Pembrokeshire Coast Path
By Mark Wright The Pembrokeshire Coast Path follows the rugged South Wales coastline for 186 miles and delivers a breathtaking combination of dramatic clifftops and sublime sandy beaches. Add to that the obvious sea birds, the off shore islands, a dazzling display of flowers and plants, historic towns and traditional fishing villages, and you have…
Read more >The Dales High Way – An Absolute Corker!
By Shelley Watson What a route! I can truly say hand on heart that the Dales High Way was an absolute corker. 94 miles following the glorious high ground over the West Yorkshire Moors, the Dales limestone country and the Howgills Fells. Saltaire to Skipton The route starts in Saltaire and we were so eager…
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