Somerset A Knights Quest
Land of myths and legends
(self guided walking holiday)
 Trail overview
Where?
South West England, Nr. Sherborne, Dorset
When?
You choose your departure date, 2012 dates available now
Stay?
Choose from 3, 4 or 5 night itineraries
Price?
From £285 for 3 nights / 4 days
Refresh and recharge with this peaceful walking holiday, Somerset A Knights Quest. You will discover South Somerset, land of the summer people, and an area steeped in history and tales of the knight.
From stunning castles to beautiful stone villages and hill forts with legends around King Arthur. Peaceful days and indulgent nights of a different kind, staying at a 17th country inn that has more than its fair share of top awards for food and luxury.
Best of all, this walking holiday will help you discover a really special place. A little known corner of south east Somerset where the pace of life is relaxed, the scenery is spectacular, food is really great (cheese, apple juices, cider and pork) and you can enjoy an England of old. With an independent Foot Trail I can give you a self guided walking holiday that's created just for you. Whether you are travelling by train or car, have 3 days or two weeks, or if you would like to walk 5 miles or 10 miles, we will create your ideal walking holiday using local knowledge and rural England expertise. Foot Trails – helping you walk England´s canvas.
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Somerset A Knights Quest highlights
- Marvel at Camelot, 5th century castle stronghold with mythical legend of King Arthur
- Explore delightful Sherborne with its world class Abbey and gorgeous cafes
- Encounter bishops, gunpowder and plots at the 11th century castle
- Wander through the ancient deer park
- Walk hidden trails to enjoy spectacular views over Somerset
Local knowledge and expertise
Foot Trails has been planning and organising award winning walking holidays for 8 years Our abundant local knowledge and expertise of the rural South West means we know the best routes and walks, the best lunchtime country pubs on route to give you a memorable break. Foot Trails is the only travel company in the world to specialise solely in English superior country inns, so it is walking with creature comforts too.
"We have been walking individual trails in different country's all over Europe for twenty years now. This was without any doubt the best holiday we ever had. Perfectly organized, nice accommodation and tasty food in the inns, the trails, the old landscape, the wild animals and flowers, the huge trees, the cosy villages, the cottages, castles, gardens the tiny churches the pubs at noon, the lovely views the variety of trails trough meadows, over farmers land and so on.. We enjoyed every minute of it – Next year, you ask me? OF COURSE"
Eddy & Josee
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Included in your walking holiday
We suggest you arrive on your first day, perhaps enjoy lunch and a short few miles walk to explore your area, before dinner and a good nights sleep.
Of course it´s your holiday, and this is only a suggestion. The superior country inn where you will stay at will have a great restaurant and delicious menu for dinner. A bottle of wine is included in your holiday.
Your holiday includes for you one day of independent walking for each night that you stay. Stay 3 nights and enjoy 3 days walking for example.
We give you a suggested departure time each morning (leisurely!) to ensure you arrive at the pub on route in time for lunch. We either provide directions to the start of your walk by car ( 10 – 15 minutes) or if you are car free we provide a transport drop off service, or you may be walking from the door.
Finding your way is easy. You will have received your personalised walk pack a week before your arrival. If you don´t map read don´t worry. We do include proper Ordnance survey maps with your trails clearly marked for guests who map read, or why not give it a go. We also include robust waterproof trail cards. These provide easy to follow step by step directions. Just like having a guide telling where to go. They also include stories and histories to help you find out about the area.
Accommodation and breakfast is included in your holiday. A bottle of wine is provided. Half board options with dinner are also available.
Walks are available of either 5 to 7 miles or up to 10 miles.
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Foot Trails are unique
"Heaven!! The perfect way to unwind from today´s pressures and stresses."
Helen
Foot Trails are the only travel company in the world to specialise in superior English country inns.
Our English country inns have all the character and style of a country pub with the quality and comforts of a hotel.
Our well loved English country walks are researched using our local knowledge and expertise. No national trails or well known tourist paths, explore authentic rural England off the beaten track.
Best of all, no heavy bags or squashed sandwiches to carry! With a Foot Trail enjoy a delicious country pub lunch on route.(lunch not included)
Why wait?
With limited availability at our small country inns, book your holiday now.
2012 prices
3 nights
• from £285 per person#^
4 nights
• from £365 per person#^
3 night, long weekend
• from £305 per person#^
#price based on two persons sharing a bedroom. ^Price shown is for mid-week stays, supplements apply on some weekends and high season dates.
Groups of 4 or more? – Please get in touch so we can quote a price just for you.
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