Client Feedback
Our second year was as good as the first with everything thought of. The quality of B and Bs was very good with friendly hosts and lovely food. My husband and I have a 10 year plan for the South West way and cant wait to go again next year!
Guy & Heather Miller, UK; Woolacombe - Clovelly
Westcountry Walking Holidays was magnificent from the first contact to the end of the walk, determining stages, finding all the B&Bs and ensuring that all arrangements for walking, B&Bs and transport of luggage were successful - and at a reasonable price. I would strongly recommentd them to anyone wanting to do the walk.
Ken Lewis, Australia; Barnstaple - Lyme Regis
Service was excellent and everyone involved was genuinely friendly and helpful...
Michael Partem, Israel; Boscastle - Padstow
Everything - including the taxis - was perfect. I'm very content with this third walking holiday, and hope it shall be possible to continue next year.
Lissi Kromann Jensen, Denmark; Padstow - Penzance
We really enjoyed our Westcountry Walking Holiday. I have already recommended the company to several friends both in England and the U.S. West Country Walking Holidays was professional and reliable: our luggage always arrived as promised; the customized hiking guides were accurate; and a taxi was waiting for us at the train station at the beginning of our trip to take us to our starting point. The accomodations were comfortable, clean, pleasant and easy to get to from the coast path. We live on the coast in Northern California so we're used to beautiful coastal scenery but the Cornwall coast, as seen from the coast path, is one of the most beautiful places on earth. It was a fantastic trip and we want to come back and hike the rest of the path. I can't recommend this holiday highly enough.
Manel Kappagoda & Wallace Whittier, USA; Pendeen - Penzance
Dear Andrea, thank you for the perfect organisation. The B&Bs were well chosen, we liked them all.
Lucia & Hannelore Bruderer, Switzerland; Falmouth - Kingsand
...We would (and have) definitely recommend you to others.
Charlotte and Gordon Moore, USA; Minehead - Penzance
Wonderful holiday which ran like clockwork - hosts awaiting us, cases ahead of us, good facilities, breakfasts and packed lunches, plus meals arranged where pubs or restaurants not available. Even the weather must have been ordered with only one wet afternoon !
Rex and Lesley Darlow, UK; Two Moors Way
Thanks Andrea for organising yet another successful walking trip for us - lovely B&B's and a good route...
Michael and Ruth Jacobs, UK; Barnstaple - Boscastle
The walks, accomodation and meals arranged by Westcountry were excellent, and exceeding our expectations. I would gladly book with them again.
Jenny Woolsey, Hong Kong; Short break at The White Hart
Thank you very much for sorting us and our friends out. The holiday worked like clockwork and we only had one wet day so for 2008 we can't complain! The walk was superb and a great way to start retirement. Thank you for a superbly organised holiday. We would highly recommend you.
Judy & Nigel Kennedy, UK; Minehead - Padstow
All of our B & B hosts made us feel very welcome and the luggage transfer went smoothly. In all, a very well organised package. The walk itself was spectacular made even better by good weather!
Mike & Sue Channon, Australia; Tarka Trail
Thanks for making it all such plain sailing and not least for arranging such wonderful weather for us. A minor miracle! The luggage transfer worked like a dream and the specific directions to the accommodation at the end of each day was very useful. We're wondering what bit of the path to tackle next... Many thanks indeed.
Tracey Armes, UK; Exmouth - Poole
The concept of walking from one location to another was terrific. Accommodation was above expectations. Everything from packed
lunches, taxis, maps, directions to B&B's, attention to detail by Andrea was great. Even though some villages had limited pubs, the ambience and service at all was a highlight.
Friendly people and local beers made us feel welcome. Excellent food at Ship Inn in Portloe. Overall a memorable experience. Thank you Andrea and West Country walking holidays.
and on our waterproof maps...
Maps were terrific and a great momento and necessary.
Terry & Wendy Barnett, Australia; Penzance - Portloe
My holiday was well-organised and very good value. The booking process was hassle-free and the notes and maps provided were easy to follow. I will happily recommend you to friends and book with you again.
Wendy Wong, UK; Short break at The White Hart
My walking holiday through Cornwall was absolutely amazing. I had the time of my life. Andrea organised everything perfectly making the whole thing very easy. Her advice was spot on. Everything was arranged efficiently and expertly and all went like clockwork. Thankyou so much - I couldn't have asked for more. Vanessa
Vanessa Jones, Australia; St.Ives - Porthleven
Everything was arranged very well. All the B & B hosts were very kind and helpful. Some welcome you in a very familiar way, others keep a little distance, but each one is kind and helpful. High degree of service.
Lissi Kromann Jensen, Denmark; Westward Ho! - Padstow
We thought your organisation of our trip was excellent Andrea - you thought of
everything and all went like clockwork - our bags always arrived on time in the next place - and you found some excellent places to stay.
We will certainly ask you do the next bit of our SWCP trip.
and on our waterproof maps...
We loved the maps - very useful to have just one easy reference sheet. Great idea - especially in the rain!
Ruth & Michael Jacobs, UK; Boscastle - Land's End
The holiday was everything I had hoped for. All the arrangements went extremely smoothly from my initial inquiry to the end of the holiday.
I would happily recommend you to other walkers.
and on our waterproof maps...
I found them extremely useful and usable. It was very handy not to have to wrestle with a full size OS map in a high wind on a clifftop.
Ursula Fuller, UK; St.Ives - Falmouth
We had a lovely time and recommend the hotel for its super food, friendly and helpful staff. The area is beautiful and the walks allowed us to get right away and enjoy the peaceful scenery. Friendly and efficient service - many thanks.
Gill Latham & Naomi Barrs, UK; Short break at The White Hart
As Jen and I have had a few weeks now to digest the trip, we have both said that this was one of our most memorable and enjoyable holidays ever. The scenery, history of the area and friendlyness of just about everyone we bumped into was great and we really appreciate the stress free nature of using your services. Having breakfast, lunch, our bags moved, a room at the end of the night and a ride all set, really made this a fun and relaxing trip.
Mick Parent & Jen Maytum, USA; Minehead - Croyde Bay
Great varied walks taking in wonderful landscapes.
James & John Cox, UK; Short break at The White Hart
Westcountry Walking Holiday's organisation and delivery of the holiday was excellent and everything went smoothly to plan - except the weather!
Graham Norman, UK; Coverack - Kingsand
Had a great holiday - many thanks for your efforts.
Brenda Darroux; Two Moors Way
We were delighted overall with the service and standard of accommodation - the maps were an excellent idea to save all that folding/carriage of unnecessary weight, and having the accomodation marked let us know exactly where we were going!
Jim & Wendy Seaton, UK; Two Moors Way
Andrea was fabulous and patient! The trip was seamless......all accomodations were arranged and good, transfers of luggage and transportation back to our car went perfectly. We were very pleased! Well executed plans. We are grateful!
Fraser & Judy Tudiver, USA; St Ives - Porthcurno
Andrea, Thanks for organising our holiday. Info provided was excellent and we enjoyed the walk.
Laurie & Jennifer Humphries, UK; Tarka Trail
(Ian's comments on our new waterproof maps - which unfortunately were put to the test on Ian's holiday!)
Excellent! Due to the wet weather, these were invaluable as my own maps couldn't stand up to the rain! Many thanks for those, I'd have been lost without them.
Everything went like clockwork including the taxi from Ivybridge to Ugborough, made to feel very welcome everywhere.
As stated above the maps in particular were very welcome and the joining instructions were spot on. I have already recommended Westcountry Walking Holidays to
friend and family alike. Thanks again, it was great.
Ian Frampton, UK; Ugborough - Colebrooke
Dear Andrea; Kirsten and I really appreciate all the arrangements you made for us--the choice of villages, the itinerary for the Coastal Path, the descriptions of the routes, the maps and instructions, the accommodations, the inn keepers, etc. Everything was close to perfect for us. As for the path, I'm convinced you chose the best section for us for the time we had available. The walks each day offered their own challenges and variety of scenery--breathtaking scenery. In summary, it would be difficult for us to be more satisfied with the arrangements and services of Westcountry Walking Holidays. Thank you so much!
Gary & Kirsten Davis, USA; Sennen Cove - Porthleven
Thanks for your excellent service. I appreciated the detailed maps and the documentation for this holiday. I'll recommend you to my Swiss friends. Of course they all think that England is completly flat and so there is neither fun nor challenge in walking around this country. Especially as hiking in our country means walking up a mountain for a few hours and then down again (how boring). But I can try. Because of heavy rain and strong winds I wasn't able to walk every section I had planned. So I'll be back anyway. Thanks for the impeccable organisation! .
Lucia Bruderer, Switzerland; Hartland Quay - Padstow
We enjoyed the holiday, well planned and appreciated the service. I would recommend the service to others. Thanks for the work you did.
David Collins-Thompson, Canada; Chideock - Dartmouth
The holiday was excellently organised, and was good fun. Maps were good, as were instructions.
Ray Rice, UK; Chideock - Dartmouth
Thanks Andrea for all your attentive help - Most appreciated - We had a great holiday - One of the BEST.
David Johnson, UK; Castle Combe - Dorchester
I was very impressed with friendly can do approach and the speed of response and ability to turn around a very last minute request in 24 hours.
Cathy Wellings, UK; Seatown - Lulworth Cove
Ellen and I safely returned home to Virginia with many wonderful memories of our experiences on Lundy Island and hiking along the SWCP.
We both cannot thank you enough for your hospitality during our stay in your quaint historic Clovelly home and especially for arranging our accommodations, etc. as we hiked each segment of the SWCP from Clovelly to Padstow. Thanks to your efforts, we were greeted each day by very hospitable, warm hostesses and hosts, who prepared delicious meals and provided us with very comfortable accommodations.
We hope you keep in touch. Rekindle your great artwork and come due west across the Atlantic to visit us some day at Chincoteague Island, Virginia
Frank Giglio, USA; Clovelly - Padstow , (1 day on Lundy Island)
Just a note to say thank you for organising our walking holiday from Minehead to Woolacombe.
All the accommodation was wonderful and our hosts very friendly and welcoming. Your route guides are very helpful and it was great
to just get up each morning and start walking without any problems. Richards special diet was well catered for and we couldn’t
wait to find out what was in our packed lunches each day.
We look forward to booking our next walking holiday with you.
Liz & Richard Parfett, UK; Minehead - Woolacombe
Back home in Oz now. I felt I had to thank you for arranging our 2 day break at such short notice. The walk along the coast and then to fall asleep to the sound of the sea was the perfect antidote to our stay in London.
Jim Schell, Australia; Westward Ho! – Hartland Quay
Just a line to say thank you for a great vacation, we found your route information and maps very easy to follow, the accommodation was all very good, great to have our kit transported for us every day, we will be back to do the SWCP
Brad & June Miller, Ontario, Canada, Stow – Castle Combe
We really enjoyed our walking holiday and were delighted to find our luggage waiting at us at our hotel each evening. The coastal footpath lived up to our expectations and we found all the accommodation welcoming.
J Regan, UK; Minehead - Woolacombe
Great walking, enjoyed every minute
Next year, the remainder, in 20 days!
Harry Cartwright,UK; Minehead - Mavagissey
Thank you for giving us such a variety of accommodation, from posh hotels to B & B to farm Houses - it added to our holiday.
Mr & Mrs Best, UK; Newquay - Marazion
Splendid walking. A lovely variety of places to stay - all very good
Eden Project, we found enthralling.
Thanks again,
Mr & Mrs Best, UK; Marazion - Fowey
All the accommodation was very good as usual, thank you very much.
Mr & Mrs Best, UK; Two Moors Way
This is to report that I am safely home, having reached Newquay under your aegis last Monday. All the arrangements you made functioned with admiral efficiency, I only wish that I were starting again tomorrow (or at least as soon as my feet recover)!
Mr Oliver, UK; Westward Ho! - Newquay
We found using the o.s.map together with the directions very useful; the trip to Lundy Island was very much appreciated. Thank you. Everything was excellent, well worth paying for your good organisation. Many thanks Mick.
Val & Rob Deacon, UK, Minehead - Clovelly
Thank you for a very good holiday, accommodation very good, your suggestions for rest day venues good, Clovelly was highlight, Very nice to meet you and thank you for your hospitality.
Ms Bruderer and Friend, Switzerland, Exmoor + Minehead – Newquay
Excellent holiday. Ideal way of organising a week, walking the SWCP.
Thank You.
Mr & Mrs Chaney, UK; Minehead – Clovelly (1 day on Lundy Island)
Very well planned holiday, transport worked very well. Accommodation was good. Directions easy to follow.
Mr & Mrs Kohn, Germany; Exmouth – Lulworth Cove
1/ Mick’s email responses/communications are excellent
2/ All accommodation provided were really very good. You put in
lots of concern and review in their selection.
3/The transport of luggage from one location to another also very good. We had every bit of trust
that our belongings would arrive safe at our next destination.
4/ The cruise from Clovelly to Lundy Island aboard HMS “Lundy
Murrelet” was outstanding. Thank you Captain Colin.
Mr Cohn & Partner, USA; Lynmouth – Crackington Haven