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YOUR WALKING HOLIDAY EXPERTS
YOUR WALKING HOLIDAY EXPERTS
YOUR WALK, YOUR WAY …
Supporting and guiding independent-minded walkers, who are seeking self-guided walking holidays along the South-West Coast Path and beyond for over 20 years.
We provide deep local knowledge, personalised itineraries, and full logistical support, from booking accommodation to transferring luggage, so you have the reassurance and specialist support to make every trail seamless, enjoyable and fulfilling.
We believe that every walker deserves the freedom to explore stunning coastal trails with confidence, community, and a sense of personal achievement.
YOUR WALK, YOUR WAY …
Supporting and guiding independent-minded walkers, who are seeking self-guided walking holidays along the South-West Coast Path and beyond for over 20 years.
We provide deep local knowledge, personalised itineraries, and full logistical support, from booking accommodation to transferring luggage, so you have the reassurance and specialist support to make every trail seamless, enjoyable and fulfilling.
We believe that every walker deserves the freedom to explore stunning coastal trails with confidence, community, and a sense of personal achievement.
Be a part of our legacy
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Miles Wandered
Our community has traversed countless miles, each step marking a journey into the heart of nature’s endless beauty.
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Miles Wandered
Our community has traversed countless miles, each step marking a journey into the heart of nature’s endless beauty.
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Miles Wandered
Our community has traversed countless miles, each step marking a journey into the heart of nature’s endless beauty.
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Wagging Tails
From clifftop romps to woodland wanders, our dog-friendly holidays have always welcomed furry friends — proving that adventure is always better with four paws beside you.
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Wagging Tails
From clifftop romps to woodland wanders, our dog-friendly holidays have always welcomed furry friends — proving that adventure is always better with four paws beside you.
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Wagging Tails
From clifftop romps to woodland wanders, our dog-friendly holidays have always welcomed dogs — proving that adventure is always better with four paws beside you.
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Holiday Organised
From solo escapes to group getaways, we’ve carefully planned and delivered unforgettable adventures across the UK and beyond — every route, every stop, every detail considered.
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Holiday Organised
From solo escapes to group getaways, we’ve carefully planned and delivered unforgettable adventures across the UK and beyond — every route, every stop, every detail considered.
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Holiday Organised
From solo escapes to group getaways, we’ve carefully planned and delivered unforgettable adventures across the UK and beyond — every route, every stop, every detail considered.
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Happy Walkers
Thousands have laced up with us, setting off on meaningful journeys through coast, countryside, and mountain. With smiles at every step, we’re proud to guide adventures that leave a lasting mark.
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Happy Walkers
Thousands have laced up with us, setting off on meaningful journeys through coast, countryside, and mountain. With smiles at every step, we’re proud to guide adventures that leave a lasting mark.
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Happy Walkers
Thousands have laced up with us, setting off on meaningful journeys through coast, countryside, and mountain. With smiles at every step, we’re proud to guide adventures that leave a lasting mark.
Hear from our community
Hear from our community
What our happy walkers have to say about us
Excellent communications and assistance throughout no matter how trivial the question. Speedy response. Baggage transfers spot on.
Peter - UK
What's not to love? The coastline, with its cliffs, coves, and beaches the other walkers, always willing to chat and share information and tips.
Toni & Colin - USA
Beautiful scenery. Great accomodation. Everything worked very well and the material from Encounter was accurate and very helpful.
Bruce & Chris - USA
This was our third walk we booked with Encounter Walking. The walk was wonderful and great, we enjoyed every day of walking!
Billy – Germany
Every day was different with great scenery, historical points of interest, camaraderie with other walkers and mostly good walking weather.
Rob & Christine - Australia
We truly enjoyed out walking holiday. The luggage transfer was perfect. The expert bespoke distance planning allowed us to really enjoy the walks.
Johanna - Switzerland
We truly enjoyed out walking holiday. The luggage transfer was perfect. The expert bespoke distance planning allowed us to really enjoy the walks.
Johanna - Switzerland
Every day was different with great scenery, historical points of interest, camaraderie with other walkers and mostly good walking weather.
Rob & Christine - Australia
This was our third walk we booked with Encounter Walking. The walk was wonderful and great, we enjoyed every day of walking!
Billy – Germany
Beautiful scenery. Great accomodation. Everything worked very well and the material from Encounter was accurate and very helpful.
Bruce & Chris - USA
What's not to love? The coastline, with its cliffs, coves, and beaches the other walkers, always willing to chat and share information and tips.
Toni & Colin - USA
Excellent communications and assistance throughout no matter how trivial the question. Speedy response. Baggage transfers spot on.
Peter - UK
Excellent communications and assistance throughout no matter how trivial the question. Speedy response. Baggage transfers spot on.
Peter - UK
What's not to love? The coastline, with its cliffs, coves, and beaches the other walkers, always willing to chat and share information and tips.
Toni & Colin - USA
Beautiful scenery. Great accomodation. Everything worked very well and the material from Encounter was accurate and very helpful.
Bruce & Chris - USA
This was our third walk we booked with Encounter Walking. The walk was wonderful and great, we enjoyed every day of walking!
Billy – Germany
Every day was different with great scenery, historical points of interest, camaraderie with other walkers and mostly good walking weather.
Rob & Christine - Australia
We truly enjoyed out walking holiday. The luggage transfer was perfect. The expert bespoke distance planning allowed us to really enjoy the walks.
Johanna - Switzerland
We truly enjoyed out walking holiday. The luggage transfer was perfect. The expert bespoke distance planning allowed us to really enjoy the walks.
Johanna - Switzerland
Every day was different with great scenery, historical points of interest, camaraderie with other walkers and mostly good walking weather.
Rob & Christine - Australia
This was our third walk we booked with Encounter Walking. The walk was wonderful and great, we enjoyed every day of walking!
Billy – Germany
Beautiful scenery. Great accomodation. Everything worked very well and the material from Encounter was accurate and very helpful.
Bruce & Chris - USA
What's not to love? The coastline, with its cliffs, coves, and beaches the other walkers, always willing to chat and share information and tips.
Toni & Colin - USA
Excellent communications and assistance throughout no matter how trivial the question. Speedy response. Baggage transfers spot on.
Peter - UK
Excellent communications and assistance throughout no matter how trivial the question. Speedy response. Baggage transfers spot on.
Peter - UK
What's not to love? The coastline, with its cliffs, coves, and beaches the other walkers, always willing to chat and share information and tips.
Toni & Colin - USA
Beautiful scenery. Great accomodation. Everything worked very well and the material from Encounter was accurate and very helpful.
Bruce & Chris - USA
This was our third walk we booked with Encounter Walking. The walk was wonderful and great, we enjoyed every day of walking!
Billy – Germany
Every day was different with great scenery, historical points of interest, camaraderie with other walkers and mostly good walking weather.
Rob & Christine - Australia
We truly enjoyed out walking holiday. The luggage transfer was perfect. The expert bespoke distance planning allowed us to really enjoy the walks.
Johanna - Switzerland
We truly enjoyed out walking holiday. The luggage transfer was perfect. The expert bespoke distance planning allowed us to really enjoy the walks.
Johanna - Switzerland
Every day was different with great scenery, historical points of interest, camaraderie with other walkers and mostly good walking weather.
Rob & Christine - Australia
This was our third walk we booked with Encounter Walking. The walk was wonderful and great, we enjoyed every day of walking!
Billy – Germany
Beautiful scenery. Great accomodation. Everything worked very well and the material from Encounter was accurate and very helpful.
Bruce & Chris - USA
What's not to love? The coastline, with its cliffs, coves, and beaches the other walkers, always willing to chat and share information and tips.
Toni & Colin - USA
Excellent communications and assistance throughout no matter how trivial the question. Speedy response. Baggage transfers spot on.
Peter - UK
BESPOKE ITINERARIES
Routes, accommodation and luggage transfers taken care of. You just enjoy the walk.
BESPOKE ITINERARIES
Routes, accommodation and luggage transfers taken care of. You just enjoy the walk.
HOLIDAYS WITH YOUR DOG
Holidays that allow you to experience every moment with your greatest companion
HOLIDAYS WITH YOUR DOG
Holidays that allow you to experience every moment with your greatest companion
SELF-GUIDED
Everything you need to explore. Perfect for solo travellers, couples and groups.
SELF-GUIDED
Everything you need to explore. Perfect for solo travellers, couples and groups.
ACHIEVE MORE
We take the pain out of the planning and logistics so you can achieve more.
ACHIEVE MORE
We take the pain out of the planning and logistics so you can achieve more.
BESPOKE ITINERARIES
Routes, accommodation and luggage transfers taken care of. You just enjoy the walk.
BESPOKE ITINERARIES
Routes, accommodation and luggage transfers taken care of. You just enjoy the walk.
HOLIDAYS WITH YOUR DOG
Holidays that allow you to experience every moment with your greatest companion
HOLIDAYS WITH YOUR DOG
Holidays that allow you to experience every moment with your greatest companion
SELF-GUIDED
Everything you need to explore. Perfect for solo travellers, couples and groups.
SELF-GUIDED
Everything you need to explore. Perfect for solo travellers, couples and groups.
ACHIEVE MORE
We take the pain out of the planning and logistics so you can achieve more.
ACHIEVE MORE
We take the pain out of the planning and logistics so you can achieve more.
Start planning your perfect trip — your trail begins here.
Start planning your perfect trip — your trail begins here.
Start planning your perfect trip — your trail begins here.
Everything You Need to Know
Everything You Need to Know
Everything You Need to Know
What is a self guided walking holiday?
What is a self guided walking holiday?
What is a self guided walking holiday?
How do I choose a route
How do I choose a route
How do I choose a route
How hard are the walks?
How hard are the walks?
How hard are the walks?
Can I walk slower or faster than your suggested itineraries
Can I walk slower or faster than your suggested itineraries
Can I walk slower or faster than your suggested itineraries
Can I add in rest days and activity days?
Can I add in rest days and activity days?
Can I add in rest days and activity days?
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