This adventure is for women who love exploring on foot and are interested in the challenge of a long-distance hike through the English countryside. Expect beautiful countryside, meaningful conversation, and the satisfaction of sharing a memorable journey together. This is a more physically demanding experience than my shorter Cotswolds retreats, with full hiking days balanced by beautiful accommodations and time to unwind.

You should be comfortable hiking approximately 8–13 miles over hilly, uneven, and sometimes muddy terrain on consecutive days. As a planning guide, expect roughly 5–8 hours each hiking day, including lunch and breaks. Some days may take longer depending on conditions and our group’s pace.

Prepare with regular hikes, gradually increasing your distance and including hills and consecutive hiking days. Strength training or other regular exercise can complement your preparation.

I recommend hiking poles for support and balance, well-fitting hiking footwear that you’ve broken in beforehand, and a comfortable daypack with a supportive hip belt. Practise using your equipment together on your training hikes.

A long-distance hiking adventure requires preparation, flexibility, and a willingness to travel as part of a group. The application helps me understand your hiking experience, expectations, and any needs we should discuss so we can determine whether this adventure is a good fit for you.

I’ll review your application and follow up personally. We’ll have an opportunity to discuss questions and make sure you understand the experience before moving forward with booking. Pricing will be available soon. Booking opens November 2, 2026.

Absolutely! You don’t need to bring a friend. Coming on your own is a lovely opportunity to meet other women and share an adventure together.

Before departure, I’ll provide packing lists and host group Zoom calls. These will give us time to get to know one another, discuss preparation and equipment, review practical details, and answer your questions so you arrive feeling informed and ready.

Yes! Our itinerary follows the full 102-Mile Cotswold Way from Chipping Campden to Bath, through rolling countryside, ancient villages, and beautiful stretches of woodland. Where needed, transfers will take us between the trail and our accommodations.

No—your luggage will be transferred between accommodations when we change locations. You’ll hike with only your daypack, carrying essentials such as water, snacks, rain gear, an extra layer, and anything else you need during the day.

Beautiful places to stay are part of the experience. We’ll enjoy a thoughtfully chosen collection of luxurious country inns, boutique hotels, and a manor house, each with its own distinctive character. After a rewarding day on the trail, you’ll have a welcoming, comfortable setting in which to unwind.

Shared and private room options are available.

Yes. The itinerary includes free days in both Tetbury and Bath, giving you time to explore independently, browse shops, enjoy a leisurely meal, or simply put your feet up.

Hiking days include lunch and breaks, but they are full days on the trail, so time for exploring afterward will vary.

The Christian faith that Greta and I share shapes the heart of this retreat and the way we co-lead and care for our group. Women of all faith backgrounds are welcome. You don’t need to share our beliefs, but you should feel comfortable with faith being a natural part of our time and conversation together.

Please share any past injuries or ongoing concerns in your application so we can discuss the demands of the itinerary and whether this adventure is a good fit for you.

If you need to stop during a day’s hike, I’ll arrange a taxi to our accommodation from the nearest accessible pickup point. This is included in your retreat price, so you don’t need to feel pressured to push on. Vehicle access isn’t possible everywhere along the trail, so reaching a suitable pickup point may still require some hiking.

Bathroom facilities are limited, and you should expect to use the outdoors regularly on hiking days. Where our route takes us through villages or past pubs with available facilities, we’ll make use of those opportunities. However, we won’t always have access to a restroom when someone needs one.

Flights are not included; you’ll arrange your own travel to and from England. Breakfast is included each day, while lunches, dinners, snacks, and other food and drinks are the guest’s expense.

Plan for a morning arrival at Heathrow on our designated arrival day and a late-afternoon departure or later on departure day.