Welcome to the March edition of the Contours Holidays newsletter. The Great British landscapes are reawakening from a bitter winter, and the Contours Team is hard at work organising hundreds of countryside escapes. Get those walking boots ready; it’s going to be a fantastic year of adventures!
Still looking for an outdoor getaway this year? We’ve got loads of tours to choose from, and our customer services team are on hand to help you create your ideal holiday. For now, please enjoy our marvellous array of news and features. Thanks for reading, and Happy Adventures!
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Featured Trail:
Peddars Way & Norfolk Coast Path
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A walk along the Peddars Way and Norfolk Coast Path National Trail is the perfect way to lose yourself in an enchanting land of sand dunes and salt marsh, sea air and warm welcomes.
Starting in Knettishall Heath, Peddars Way follows the route of a Roman road for 49 miles to Hunstanton, where it meets the Norfolk Coast Path. From here, the walk traverses 87 miles of fantastic coastal scenery, passing through the Norfolk Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) before reaching Hopton-on-Sea.
Experience seaside towns and villages, tidal marshes teeming with wildlife, wide sandy beaches, pine woodlands and huge skies on this gorgeous trail of two halves.
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Stile-free walks
for the whole family
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If you’re looking for walking tours suited to young family members, those who struggle with obstacles and challenging terrain, or even loved ones who are new to multi-day hikes, why not check out our Stile-Free routes to get you started?
These holidays were designed to help more people enjoy the Great British countryside. These tours are free of awkward hindrances, with easy pathways, gentle gradients and short daily mileages throughout. From the bustling Lincolnshire Coast to the tranquil Kennet and Avon Canal, we have a Stile-Free walking holiday to suit all tastes.
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On the Edge
By Mindy Simons
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I was born on the Edge. Well, to be exact, at a smallholding in rural Shropshire, out at the farthest point northeast on this wonderful escarpment.
My birthplace was, as I say, a smallholding, with some ponies, cows, sheep and chickens and of course my extended family: my mum, such a pretty smooth-haired long-legged Parson Jack Russell (I like to think I take after her); my dad, a rascal, rough-haired and rough edges but so much character; my two aunties, who helped with my early upbringing; and then my five brothers and sisters. What fun we had playing in the barns and then out in the sunshine under the watchful eyes of the grown-ups.
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5 places to visit on the
Northumberland Coast
By Sue Talbot
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The Northumberland Coast is an exceptionally diverse stretch of coastline that runs for 40 miles from Berwick-upon-Tweed to the River Coquet estuary.
The area is brimming with drama and intrigue. As views roll uninterrupted across the water, crumbling castles teeter on the sides of fossil filled cliffs, giving you an insight into the history and wildlife of this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
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Mount Snowdon, going officially now by its Welsh name, Yr Wyddfa, is the highest and best-known peak in England and Wales — and it features not one but three bridleways curving up toward the summit. How can any mountain biker resist?
My partner, his brother and I decided to undertake the challenge last year. The ascent took some work, but it paid off well with staggering views from the top and a racing decent to the bottom. If you’re interested in cycling Yr Wyddfa yourself, here are a few useful pointers for getting the most out of your trip.
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Competition Time:
Guess Where?
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Thank you to everyone who entered last month’s newsletter competition, and congratulations to lucky winner Tim C. who correctly identified St Michael's Mount.
For this month's competition, can you guess the name of this castle? A winner will be chosen at random from all the correct entries to win a £20 Contours Holidays gift voucher. Good luck!
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