England
Hiking the English Countryside: The Cotswolds and Cornwall
Program No. 18730RJ
Hike the English countryside with experts, discovering sweeping landscapes, learning local history, sampling traditional foods and enjoying the vibrant culture of two unique regions.
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15 days
14 nights
29 meals
13B 3L 13D
1
In Transit to Program
In Flight
3
Chipping Campden, Broadway
Mickleton
4
Oxford, Christ Church, Free Time
Mickleton
7
The Duntisbourne Valley, Cirencester
Mickleton
8
Transfer to Cornwall, The Cathedral City of Wells
Camelford, North Cornwall
9
Pentire Head, The Coastal Path, Port Isaac.
Camelford, North Cornwall
10
St. Ives, King Edward Mine.
Camelford, North Cornwall
11
Padstow, Rock, Delabole.
Camelford, North Cornwall
12
The Cornish Riviera
Camelford, North Cornwall
13
Tintagel
Camelford, North Cornwall
14
Salisbury, Transfer to London
London Heathrow Airport
15
Program Concludes
London Heathrow Airport
At a Glance
Thanks to thousands of miles of public and ancient footpaths, walking is an integral part of the British way of life. With rolling hills, scattered stone villages and a wealth of historic monuments and buildings from prehistoric times to the present day, there is no better countryside to roam than that of the Cotswolds and the Duchy of Cornwall.
Activity Level
Outdoor: Spirited
Hiking up to six miles (4 hours) a day over varied terrain. Some hikes may be strenuous, with a moderate- to fast-pace.
Small Group
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.
Best of all, you’ll…
- Discover quaint Cotswold villages, wildlife-rich sandy bays and the dramatic coastline of Cornwall on expert-led hikes.
- Learn about the Cotswolds’ designation as an “Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty” from a countryside ranger.
- Meet a local Cornwall expert to hear about the spectacular coastline and its wildlife.
Suggested Reading List
(15 books)
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Hiking the English Countryside: The Cotswolds and Cornwall
Program Number: 18730
The Geology of Cornwall
The geology of Cornwall has been the subject of considerable interest to academic and commercial geologists due to its diversity and complexity. A literature of significant historical interest exists, and this literature is analyzed in this text, together with a wide-ranging review of the current position and assessments of the environmental consequences of rock and mineral exploitation. The volume contains contributions by 21 leading geologists, providing an up-to-date review of current research. It includes a listing of sites of notable scientific interest.
Cotswolds & The Spirit of the Cotswolds
Oxford Book of Oxford
'Few cities,' Jan Morris observes, 'have been much more loved, loathed, and celebrated.' This book has become a classic account of the character, history, mores, buildings, climate, and people of one of Britain's most fascinating cities. 'A book of outstanding excellence, with a sweep of knowledge and a distinction of style such as I have never before encountered in a work of this sort ... Brilliant alike in observation and imagination ... brings the very stones of Oxford to life' Sunday Telegraph
A Cornish Anthology
Cornwall's Archaeological Heritage
Oxford Insight Compact Guide
This Insight Compact Guide is the ideal companion for your trip to the famous university city of Oxford. The top 10 sights are highlighted to help you plan your visit and include Christ Church College, the Botanic Garden and the Sheldonian Theatre. Clear, colour-coded sections cover everything from history and culture, to entertainment, food and drink in an easy-to-read format. Sights are cross-referenced on detailed full-colour maps throughout, providing instant orientation and allowing you to tailor your chosen routes exactly to the places you most want to visit. Full-colour photographs throughout the guide provide a visual introduction to this architecturally attractive city and enable you to recognise sights, such as the famous colleges, whilst out and about.
Cornwall's Maritime Heritage
The Cotswolds: A Cultural History (Landscapes of the Imagination)
The Cotswolds have featured on a thousand country calendars, but what is the real story behind the picture-perfect rural scene? Jane Bingham reveals a history of privilege and poverty, idyll and conflict, through the eyes of travellers, writers and artists. Lying in the heart of Southern England, the Cotswolds occupy a significant place in the history of the nation. Ancient stone circles and ruined Roman villas provide reminders of a distant past. Fine churches and manor houses survive from the prosperous Middle Ages, and the landscape also bears the scars of Civil War. The home of kings and nobles since Saxon times, the region is famous for its grand estates, while signs of an industrial age can be seen in its mills and factories. After the wool trade reached its peak in the fifteenth century, the fortunes of the Cotswolds suffered a slow decline as its villages sank into picturesque decay. But in the 1890s the region began to experience a remarkable transformation. It was then that William Morris and his followers discovered the area, establishing thriving centres for Arts and Crafts.
Myths and Legends of Cornwall
The Cornish in America
Chipping Campden
The Cotswolds - Life and Traditions
The Language of Landscape
The Cornish Mining Industry
Best of Betjeman, a collection of poems by Sir John Betjaeman
