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May Newsletter |
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Welcome to the May issue of the Contours Holidays Newsletter. It’s prime season for hitting the trails, and we’re delighted to see so many of our customers already enjoying their well-deserved holidays this year. There is still plenty of time to book your next UK break however; just head on over to our website or get in touch with us to start planning your ideal countryside retreat. Thank you very much for reading as always, and Happy Adventures! |
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Happy National Walking Month!
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Launched by Living Streets, the National Walking Month campaign aims to encourage the public to “take to their feet” and find time for a short daily walk, whether that be around your local area or further afield. You can follow Living Streets on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for tips and ideas to help you #WalkThisMay! |
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South West Coast Path |
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The South West Coast Path National Trail is proud to celebrate its 50th anniversary with an epic relay walk covering the entire 630-mile route around its fantastic coastline. Everyone is welcome to join in and walk sections of the path – all you need to do is book your place (as spaces are limited). Keep checking the South West Coast Path website for more exciting events happening over the coming months! |
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A Walk from Ilfracombe to Woolacombe By Gosia Giernalczyk, Contours Database Manager |
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There are still a few places on the map of the UK that I have not seen but really want to visit. One of these places was North Devon, an area in southwest England famous for cliffs, sandy beaches and picturesque seaside towns.
Luckily, one weekend in February, I was able to travel the 237 miles between Derby and Ilfracombe to explore North Devon. The drive from Derbyshire was a bit long, but at the same time I felt happy and excited that I would be able to spend a weekend away by the sea. |
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Wordsworth and the Lake District By Sue Talbot |
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Whether you want to “wander lonely as a cloud” through the Lake District landscapes or visit the “host of golden daffodils” at Glencoyne Bay in Ullswater, follow in the footsteps of William Wordsworth and discover the vistas and locations that inspired his works. Amble through Wordsworth’s Lake District chronologically and discover the places he would have walked himself as he grew up.
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Equipment Essentials for your Next Adventure By Amy Johnson |
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For those who love exploring the great outdoors, walking in the mountains or countryside is an excellent way to experience the beauty of nature. However, it’s important to be prepared for anything that may come your way during your adventure, which is why having the right equipment is essential for any outdoor excursion.
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Exclusive Cicerone |
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In the past few years, guidebook publisher Cicerone has seen a large increase in demand for their Navigation mini guidebooks, offering excellent skill guidance for beginners and practised hikers alike. To further promote this great resource, they have kindly provided Contours with a special discount code to share with our subscribers, to boost your confidence when navigating the gorgeous British countryside. Simply use the voucher code CONTOURS20 when purchasing Cicerone’s Navigation guidebook or their Map and Compass guidebook on their website, and you will receive 20% off the cost and free UK postage! |
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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 Cécile C. who correctly identified Porthmeor Beach in St Ives.
For this month's competition, can you guess where this headland is? 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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Registered in England No: 4661126. Registered office as above. |
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