Classic walking holidays offer value for money

Beat the credit crunch this spring with a selection of UK Classic Value Walking breaks which have just been announced by HF Holidays - the UK's largest specialist walking holidays company.

Taking place at a choice of the company's Country Houses across England, Scotland and Wales, the 10 options on offer combine local guided walks - requiring less coach travel - with free time to explore independently or simply relax at the Country House.

Most meals - with more value choices and picnic lunches on guided walking days only - are included and evening entertainment is also provided, plus every house has a bar and lounges.

Three, four and five-night breaks are available with selected departures in March, April and May and prices range from £159 to £229 per person, twin-share, inclusive of mostly full-board accommodation, the programme of organised walks and social activities, plus the services of an HF Holidays' walks leader.

For example, a three-night break starting 20 March at Monk Coniston - part of a Lakeland estate at Conistonwater in the Lake District - costs £159, whilst five nights starting 15 March at Newfield Hall - situated in extensive grounds and boasting an indoor heated pool - near Malhamdale in the Yorkshire Dales costs £229.

For more information, log on to Hfholidays.co.uk.