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The 2023 Guided Tour
Walking & Hiking The Cotswolds
09 -13 October 2023
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A unique Foot Trail’s experience, taking in the sights, smells and tastes of Autumn in the Cotswolds on foot.
Time out in the countryside, allowing you to connect with nature and enjoy rural English charm.
Staying 4 nights in one country inn with daily guided walks led by Foot Trails founders Alison & David Howell.
Walking alongside founders Alison and David
The days will be led by talented storytellers and Foot Trail’s founders Alison and David Howell.
Their families have a long history in The Cotswolds. Many of Alison’s family farm in the county.
So with intimate local knowledge they would love to take you off the beaten track, and show you everything wonderful about the Cotswolds.
Foot Trails adventure started 21 years ago with guided walking and Alison and David are thrilled to be returning to our roots.
About The Cotswolds
They are undoubtedly famous, but allow us to take you off the beaten track and you’ll discover a more authentic, mellow and simpler Cotswolds, which we know and love. From its roots providing wool this county’s Cotswolds stone villages and countryside wait to be explored.
Discover ancient wool towns, admire Cotswolds stone walls, walk forest paths, village lanes and country hills. Escape the crowds with our local expertise and discover a more authentic side to the Cotswolds
How to get here?
Getting here is easy, the most convenient train station for arrivals is Charlbury, Oxfordshire. It’s about a 2 hour car journey from central London and around 1 hour from Birmingham.
The suggested international airport is London Heathrow which offers an easy transfer to London Paddington and trains to The Cotswolds. You could also arrive at Birmingham International.
We can also help with airport cars and local taxis to / from the train stations.
About your accommodation
During your 4 night trip, you will be staying in The Swan Inn, Swinbrook. This is a delightful Cotswolds stone inn, a 19th century building on the banks of the River Windrush. It's a peaceful spot and the village oozes history and character. The bedrooms are in the converted stables and riverside house.
All rooms are superior and with an en-suite bathroom. And there is the option to upgrade to the suite.
Included in your tour
❖ Welcome drinks and 3 course dinner upon arrival
❖ Accommodation for 4 nights at The Swan Inn, Swinbrook
❖ 3 days of guided walking with founders Alison and David Howell
❖ Enjoy a choice of cooked or continental breakfast each morning
❖ Sandwich lunches at country pubs during the walks
❖ 2 course dinners each night
❖ Transport to and from walk starting / end points
❖ One of our Welcome Boxes, containing your daily itinerary, snacks, nature guides and more useful information
