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BCT Scenic Walking - Organised walks around the UK (and also in Europe).

Contours Walking Holidays - Guided and self-led walking holidays in Scotland, England and Wales. Includes maps to help choose walks, which also give additional information on the walks, including how strenuous they are.

Field Studies Council - Lists Field Studies Council centres in England, with details of courses, accommodation and holidays available, including walking holidays.

Middle Marches Guided Walks - Guided walking/hiking holidays in the Undiscovered Land of the Scottish Borders.

Sherpa Van - Sherpa Van provides a baggage delivery service and accommodation booking service for walkers following the long distance foot trails and cycle ways in Britain.

Walkwise Walking Holidays - Offers safe, sociable and rambling breaks for walking groups and individuals.

Wandering Aengus Treks - Hiking the three highest peaks of Scotland, England and Wales in one complete vacation package. Fully inclusive five and ten day itineraries from moderate to strenuous walking.

High Trek Snowdonia - Walking holidays, hiking vacations, climbing courses, with a range of guided or independent luggage-transported walking holidays.

Holiday UK - Walking, hiking and mountain holidays and vacations, guided or self-led.

Countrywide Holidays - Outdoor holiday company offering led and guided walking holidays through the UK in guest houses and hotels.

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