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Looking out to sea between Crackington Haven and Tintagel on The South West Coast Path walking holiday from Encounter Walking Holidays.

The South West Coast Path

The best loved UK National Trail. All 630 miles covered for walkers.

Run by walkers, for walkers.
The regions premier
walking experts.
Largest choice of routes
in the South West & Wales.
Choose the accommodation
that suits you best.
A bespoke itinerary,
to fit your plans.
Specialists in supporting
overseas walkers.
Individual advice,
tailored itineraries.
BESPOKE TOURS

Routes, accommodation and luggage transfers taken care of. You just enjoy the walk.

HOLIDAYS WITH YOUR DOG

Specialists in holidays

with your dog.

SELF-GUIDED

Everything you need to explore. Perfect for solo travellers, couples and groups.

We are the experts in
Below Crook Peak On Encounter Walking Holidays Mendip Way route
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The Mendip Way

Approx. 50 miles. A designated ‘Area of outstanding Natural Beauty’ that bridges the full variety Somerset's landscape.

St. Etheldreda's Church at St. Audries on Encounter Walking Holidays Coleridge Way Route
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Coleridge Way

Approx. 51 miles. Discover timeless,  pretty villages and endless inspiring views on a walk suitable for all.

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South West Coast Path,

Approx. 41 miles. Option to return to St. Ives on The St Michaels Way.

St. Ives to
Penzance
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South West Coast Path,

Approx. 50 miles. A designated ‘Area of outstanding Natural Beauty’ that bridges the full variety Somerset's landscape.

Minehead to
Westward Ho!
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The Saints Way

Sample everything Cornwall has to offer on the region's premier mid-distance footpath across the heart of the region.

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South West  Coast Path,

77 miles. Atmospheric harbours and coves on The South West Coast Path.

Falmouth to
Plymouth

A few of our favourites...

Encounter Walking Holidays Walking Information Booklet

Walkers Information Handbook

We provide all of our walkers with a copy of this excellent guide to help answer questions about our self guided walking holidays. Those booking our holidays receive booklets with their maps and guidebooks, If you have general questions about how our holidays work day to day its worth looking at it online for more info. You will find lots of useful information if you have not walked in the UK or not been on a self guided walking holiday before.

What our customers say about us...

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What makes us the best choice for walking holidays?

Plan

We use our extensive, local knowledge to plan your perfect trip.

Guidance

We supply all you need to navigate your way on the trails.

Logistics

We book your accommodation and transport your luggage daily.

All of our UK self guided walking holiday routes.
Click on the route markers for full information.

If you prefer you can use the buttons below to be taken directly to our walk pages. 

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Short Breaks

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Dog Friendly Walks

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South West Coast Path
St. Ives to Penzance

South West Coast Path
Minehead to Westward Ho!

The Saints Way

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South West Coast Path
Falmouth to Plymouth

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The Coleridge Way

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The Mendip Way

Our commitments to our environment...

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At Encounter Walking we work hard to provide sustainable and ethical walking holidays. We have a responsibility to do whatever we can to make the world a better place for future generations. Travel is a privilege. It offers the opportunity to discover the world, to make new connections and learn new things. But with this privilege comes a responsibility to do our best to protect our world, support all who live on it and to consider our impact on it.

Our Community...

Your Walk... YOUR Way.

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