Not for our beginner options! We have hikes designed for first-timers, nature lovers and those new to the outdoors. For intermediate/advanced hikes, you should have some hiking experience, a decent fitness level and be comfortable with longer distances and varied terrain.

Day hikes are one-day guided walks in scenic locations, including the Chiltern Hills. They can range from around 5-7 easy-going miles (beginner) to more challenging 7–11+ miles, depending on the route and group.

Most trips start near areas of outstanding natural beauty (AONB) within about an hour of London and surrounding counties — like woods, hills, valleys and forest landscapes. Some of the outstanding AONBs are the Chiltern Hills, Surrey Hills, Kent Downs, and North Wessex Downs, as well as other notable areas such as Epping Forest, Hambleden Valley, Colney Valley, Hughenden Valley, and Misbourne Valley.

Basic guidance is to bring sturdy walking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, a daypack with water, snacks, sun protection or rain gear, and any personal items. Once you book a trip, we will provide specifics before your hike.

Most day hikes take between 3 and 6 hours, depending on the distance and terrain.

Yes. You can book a private guided hike for your group (friends, family, or colleagues) and customise the mileage and date to suit your needs. You can learn more here.

• Friendly Footpaths Club – beginner & family-friendly walks up to ~5 miles.
• Nature Kicks Hiker’s Club – intermediate/advanced hiking with longer, more challenging routes and exclusive member benefits.

Members enjoy regular, exclusive hikes (~8 per year), personalised fitness plans (if required), digital award certificates for each hike, free route maps, priority notifications, community chats, and more. You can learn more here.

If you’re new to hiking and want a gentle, social pace, start with the Friendly Footpaths Club. If you’re fit, want a challenge, and prefer longer, more adventurous hikes, Nature Kicks Hiker’s Club is ideal.

It’s a multi-day guided hiking and camping weekend — Fri evening to Sun afternoon — combining day hikes with a campsite stay, meals, campfires, use of facilities and nature experiences. The location is only a 40-minute train ride from London; there is no need to take time off work — an uplifting way to explore one of England’s most beautiful landscapes. We keep groups small to ensure a sense of familiarity, genuine relaxation, mental clarity, stress-free and a safe space to unwind completely. You can learn more here.

Anyone who enjoys being outdoors, wants to experience something different, find mental calm and relaxation and wants to elevate their active lifestyle. Routes are designed to be enjoyable and achievable for both beginner and intermediate hikers.

Guided day hikes x 2 (Saturday & Sunday), campsite facilities (hot showers/toilets), campsite fees, tented base camp with bedding, all meals, campfire evenings, and community experiences in nature.

Day hikes during the Hike & Camp Retreat are typically 5–7 miles, with varied terrain and moderate elevation gain. The pace is friendly and inclusive for all.

A daypack, suitable walking shoes, weather-ready day clothing, sleep clothing, personal toiletries, and small essentials for the campsite. Full packing guidance is sent before the trip. Everything else is provided and included in the stay.

This is a guided, multi-day hiking trip where you learn the basics of backpacking, including carrying gear, interpreting natural signs, and hiking safely from start to finish. The multi-day Introduction to Backpacking is similar to a hiking trip and typically includes a 2-day hike with 1 night of accommodation. The evening’s accommodation is a tavern or inn, and we return to the start point on the following day. The routes will differ on both days. A 3-day/2-night Introduction to Backpacking trip can also be arranged; however, it will be more challenging. The multi-day Introduction to Backpacking is currently offered as a private trip. You can learn more here.