Walking Festivals Guide 2011
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Walking festivals guide 2011
APRIL
Hadrian’s Wall Hike
Sunday 17 April 2011
The Hadrian’s Wall Hike offers stunning views of Northumberland along a challenging 10 mile route of this World Heritage site.
With a maximum of 250 hikers allowed to take part to protect the local environment places are going fast so we’re asking you to pull on your hiking boots this summer and raise vital funds for the nation’s heart charity.
MAY
Braveheart 5k/10k
Sunday 15 May 2011
In the heart of Dumfriesshire, Drumlanrig Castle is the base for the BHF Scotland Braveheart 5 & 10k events. With a stunning country estate garden, adventure playground and visitors attractions the castle is home to Victorian glasshouses, woodland gardens and a spectacular art display including Rembrandt’s original. You can also jog the route if preferred.
April 30th to May 8th 2011
Haltwhistle Walking Festivals, spring and autumn. Your gateway to Hadrian’s Wall, the North Pennines and the Northumberland National Park. Walks organised by walkers for walkers.
The Isle of Wight Walking Festival
7 - 22 May 2011
The Isle of Wight Walking Festival is now in its thirteenth year and provides 16 days of unbeatable exciting informative and healthy walks. For 2011, once again organisers promise a full programme of walks for all abilities, 
from toddlers to the more mature, from hikers to casual walkers you need to join us on your mission to get fit and healthy, and there couldn't be a better place than on the stunning Isle of Wight.
JUNE
Angus Glens Walking Festival
2-5 June 2011
Enjoy the beauty of the Angus countryside with a choice of 28 walks over 4 days, with something for everyone, from challenging hikes up munros, to relaxing scenic strolls.
Contact: Hilary Tasker, 01307 473168
Herefordshire Walking Festival
18 - 26 June 2011
2011 celebrates the tenth anniversary of the Herefordshire Walking Festival, which continues its traditional combination of enthusiastic, knowledgeable leaders with the peaceful beauty of the Herefordshire countryside. Old favourites and new ideas fill nine long days of delightful summer walking although decisions are not easy with over fifty programmed walks.
Email: www.walkingfestival.com | Tel: 01423 260621
7th Gower Walking Festival
South-West Wales
4 – 19 June 2011
Around Gower, Mumbles, Swansea and slightly further afield; 66 guided walks and events – walking, talking and learning, short walks and very long walks, canoeing, coasteering and orienteering, food, photography and Dylan Thomas walks, cemeteries and lifeboats, the South Pole, Worm’s Head, Britain’s Best Beach - Rhossili Bay – and lots more.
Contact: Hilary Tasker, 01792 361302 / 363392
Web: www.mumblestic.co.uk
Email: info@mumblestic.co.uk
The South and Heart of Suffolk Walking Festival 2011
14th May - 6 June 2011
Between the weekends of Saturday 14th May and Sunday 6th June, the South and Heart of Suffolk annual Walking Festival takes place. Featuring around 30 guided walks in a variety of locations to suit different tastes and fitness levels, this walking festival encompasses all the heritage and countryside that the South and Heart of Suffolk offers.
JULY
Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge
Saturday 23 July 2011
One day. Three peaks. 25 miles. The Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge offers a bird’s eye view of ‘God’s own county’ on our toughest one day challenge.
With over 500 hikers expected to take part, we’re asking you to pull on your hiking boots this summer and raise vital funds for the nation’s heart charity.
SEPTEMBER
Windsor Park Walk
Sunday 4 September 2011
Raise your heartbeat, walk your way to fitness and have fun at the 2011 Windsor Great Park Walk.
With three stunning routes to choose from this is the perfect event to enjoy with friends, family, work colleagues or on your own. Plus this event is completely FREE to enter.
OCTOBER
Chilterns Way Challenge 2011
Saturday 8 October 2011
Wendover Woods, Aylesbury
Sample some of the Chilterns finest views whilst you enjoy a route that takes you across open fields, dense forest and hilly terrain. You choose to either Run or Hike either the 11 or 18 mile course.
Prepare to get muddy!
