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Foot Trails StoryAlison Howell grew up a farmer's daughter in Wiltshire and now lives in a village in Somerset near Bath. Lives worlds apart! Her love of the countryside and rural England began with her upbringing on the farm. It was here that she learnt about the changing seasons, wild flowers and animals, and discovered how it is possible to live on and with the land. In 1995 Alison and husband David gave up their jobs, house and car to spend 3 months walking 600 miles from the north to the south coast of France armed with a two man tent and a calor gas stove. This magical journey gave Alison a taste for walking as a way of making a journey and exploring. Returning home Alison was inspired to set up Foot Trails, spotting a gap in the market for walking holidays that were about enjoyable paced walking, creature comforts staying in gorgeous country inns and authentic local experiences. Alison was determined to shake up the image of walking of the stereotypical knee length sock walker, and replace with one of enjoyment, comfort and luxury. Alison's desire with Foot Trails is to offer walking holidays that showcase the best of rural England's nature, landscapes, stories and histories. Holidays that are passionately created by local people, and provide time to enjoy this special part of Britain. Alison believes very much in supporting and nurturing rural business, and in responsible business. Foot Trails works with numerous rural businesses from sole traders and beyond. All help deliver Foot Trails inspiring holidays. Alison and her team have also pioneered a number of sustainable tourism initiatives in the UK, leading to Foot Trails becoming the first travel company in Britain to be awarded the Big Tick for Rural Action, by Business in the Community. Alison and David visited Downing Street in 2008 and the Houses of Parliment Select Committe for Corporate Responsibility to share their practice. To receive Alison's updates on Foot Trails join Foot Trails newsletter here > 
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