Walking Holiday Advice
Mickledore Travel is based in Keswick at the heart of the English Lake District. They are one of the leading specialists in self guided walking holidays in the UK, Ireland and the Channel Islands. Here you can read their insightful posts around self guided walking holidays and inspiration for your next adventure in the UK.
How to Train for a Walking Holiday
Learn how to train for a walking holiday with practical tips on building fitness, increasing endurance and preparing for consecutive days of walking.
Common Walking Holiday Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Don't make these classic walking holiday mistakes! We explore the most common reasons that you don't make the most of your long distance walk
How Learning to Navigate Made My Walking Holiday Better
How learning to navigate can improve even a well sign posted walk by engaging you more deeply with views and terrain
Top 10 Tips for Multi-Day Walks
10 practical tips for multi-day walks from the experts at Mickledore - useful advice to make your walking holiday a success
Britain’s Best History and Heritage Walks
Will you be ticking a long distance footpath off your list this year? - Why not pick one of these historical walks
Which Part of Scotland Is Best for a Walking Holiday?
Where will you choose for your Scottish walking holiday - The highlands, Lowlands or the often overlooked Central Belt?
How a Self-Guided Walking Holiday Works – Tips for Beginners
Discover how a self-guided walking holiday works, combining independence with organised travel for the perfect adventure