Isle of Wight

By Phil

Isle of Wight Daish Coach Trip 29th October, 2025 Photo by Adrianna Bielobradek on Unsplash Isle of Wight Adventure: Five Days, Many Footpaths On 29th October, 6 members of the group embarked on a 5-day visit to the Isle of Wight, staying at the Daish’s Hotel in Shanklin. Windy Walk to Culver Cliff Thursday saw…

The Wetton Walk

By Phil

Derbyshire Away Break – 28th to 30th June 2024 The Wetton Walk 18th June 2024 The base for the Derbyshire Away Break was Ashbourne Heights Holiday Park, a delightful spot nestled in the picturesque Derbyshire countryside. This charming park offered a variety of accommodation options, ranging from cosy camping pitches to fully-equipped self-catering lodges, alongside…

Chiltern Hills

By Phil

22nd to 24th September, 2023 Janet Earwaker “Quintessential English countryside, an impressive selection of pubs and restaurants, and historic market towns, the Chilterns has it all.” So say The Chilterns Area of Outstanding Beauty. Janet Earwaker is preparing the walks and researching accommodation for our final trip of the year. As more details arrive this…

Tarporley

By Phil

7th to 9th July, 2023 Gill Bridgeman and Andy Collins. Alan Godfree / Thatched cottage, Tarporley Due to several unforeseen circumstances meaning several attendees are unable to attend it has been decided to cancel the July Weekend away in Cheshire.  Hopefully, we can keep this one in Reserve for the future and thanks to Gill…

Hartland, Devonshire

By Phil

The first of the weekends away for 2022 was to Hartland in Devonshire. The trip was organised by Janet Earwaker. The weather turned out to be excellent and although the walks were a little tough in places everyone who went enjoyed themselves. Gill Bridgeman has kindly sent me these photos to put on the website…

Forest of Dean

By Phil

12th to 14th May, 2023 Kathy and Tony Kilsby “Where England meets Wales, separated by the meandering River Wye, you’ll discover a place of timeless beauty and untamed nature.” So say the foks at Discover Dean Wye. Tony has found a site at Coleford which also has camping pods. (There is still 1 pod available…