Life after Covid-19. Try this walking idea, for groups, on the border of England and Wales
Good Old England Tours, in conjunction with the Crown at Longtown, are now offering groups, walks with accommodation, in the relatively undiscovered border region between England and Wales.
Set between the rugged Black Mountains and the gentle rolling countryside of the Golden Valley, the area in the vicinity of Longtown, Herefordshire, is the most wonderful place for walking. This is grand country with the mountainous terrain of the Cat’s Back, Hay Bluff and Hatterall Ridge, contrasting with the lush valleys of the Monnow and Dore. Both terrains contributing to a satisfying range of walks.
The Crown Inn at Longtown, will offer reasonably priced, yet comfortable accommodation which will provide the base for a series of walks organised and led by the fully trained and certified Blue Badge Tourist Guides, all from Good Old England Tours. The expert in the team is Ian Foster, who lives nearby in Malvern. He discovered the Crown when leading a group along the Offa’s Dyke route. It’s the warm welcome of the Crown Inn, combined with the easily accessible countryside which has led to many repeat visits. It is also the wonderful food and comfortable ensuite bedrooms which are all available at daily special group rates of £75* per person (includes dinner, bed, breakfast, a packed lunch and a guided walk - based on two people sharing mid-September 2019 to April 2020).
The famous Crown Inn pies.. just what is needed after a day out walking!
View from Hay Bluff
On Black Hill, Herefordshire
The Crown Inn, Longtown
Whilst most of the walks start and finish on the doorstep, some will require a short transfer of just a few miles. There will be a choice of two fully guided walks of different grades each day (for larger groups) with shorter walks available on the day of arrival and day of departure. Optional walks in Hay-on-Wye and Abergavenny are also available on request.
For further details contact Shiela Watkins Tel. 01783 860217
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*Rates on request, are available for the high season from April to Mid-September, and also for single occupancy.