Secret Hills Walking Holidays

Thank you for the fabulous weekend that you gave us in Church Stretton. On behalf of all of us, will you please thank Paul and Lesley and Trevor and Barbara for making our walks so enjoyable. From a purely personal point of view, they managed to pace the walks perfectly for me, pausing to admire the scenery or point out local points of interest, just when I thought that I was breathing my last!

We would love to join you again and we have looked at your brochures. What about Crickhowell and the Black Mountains?

Many thanks for the weekend - very enjoyable - you put in more effort than is needed - but it's much appreciated. You even managed to organise the weather . Ill look at the list and see about joining you in the Berwyns some time.

Dear Alan and Team,

We are writing to thank you most sincerely for our lovely group holiday last week.

We had been looking forward to this for some time and our expectations were surely exceeded.

The walks were superb, just right for our differing capabilities. Those who didnt do quite so much walking these days were particularly grateful for the level of care and attention you gave them. And the fun"never ending tale" about 'hazel of Undern Hall" , us long walkers thoroughly enjoyed. This along with Trevor getting Graham and Pete to do "a turn" on your cairn, all went down a treat. Not to mention the tallk you provided during our stay and the grand musical event on our final evening.

All made for a jolly time for us all(when the weather could have been just that little bit drier)

Of course we must not forget our delicious sandwiches provided by Chris' s A corn Whole food Cafe. Just what we needed for our picnics.

It goes without hesitation that we thorougjly reccommend your company to others, and we have started already reading your brochure for the future!

YOU ARE TO BE CONGRATULATED ON ALL COUNTS

Pat Kidds - Exeter Ramblers

Just  a quick thank you for another lovely break in Shropshire, in The Ironbridge Gorge. Ginny and I thoroughly enjoyed the walking and the company, and I know Pam did too. When I get myself organised I will attempt to download my pictures on to your chat forum. I will definitely do one of the Slovenia trips in 2011, so see you then if not before.

Just a post card from flat East Anglia to thank you and your fellow walk leaders. We so enjoyed five days in your hilly, beautiful Shropshire. Thank you for organising everything so efficiently.

"Just a note to thank you and your team for a most enjoyable, well-organised holiday last week. The walking and scenery were excellent and the Longmynd hotel came up to expectations, especially the view from our bedroom window"

"I know I'm being repetitious but we all (without exception) had such a wonderful time that I wanted to send and email to pass on our thanks to 'Secret Hills' (ie your good self, Paul and Lesley) for making our holiday such fun and such a pleasure."

"Many thanks for a splendid walking holiday - excellent hotel and walks. It was good to meet you and get to know you and the other members of your team - including Secret Hills' answer to Julia Bradbury (aka Barbara)! .....I'd definitely like to do Church Stretton or the Derbyshire Dales with you next time.

"Would have liked a little bit more time to savour the views and wildlife."

"Thanks for a great Strollers break, but the address/phone mo of the accommodation would have been helpful. Congratulations on your choice of staff - a great team! We do hope to come again."

"Thank you very much for a lovely few days walking in Shropshire. I hope to do it again."

"Thank you, Alan, and Darren and Barbara for an exhilerating few days.Skilled and supportive guiding helped to make this a very good holiday."

"Just to thank you for a very enjoyable holiday. I shall hopefully see you in 2010, and I shall certainly spread the word to my fellow walkers in Wales."

"We have enjoyed our secret walks
Thro' Shropshires scenery fair.
And hope to make a return one day
Another experience to share
Ode to a Secret Hills Walk."

"Thank you for the walking holiday in and around the Secret Hills, Hollows and Batches of Church Stretton and the Stiperstones. You put a lot of effort into ensuring I had a very enjoyable 5 days. Please pass on my thanks to Darren, Barbara and Joan for all their fellowship and help during the walks."

"I did enjoy my two days walking and hope to come agaian later in the year.Thanks to you and to Darren,especially the help over the stiles! All good wishes"

"Just writing to thank you for making our walking holiday so enjoyable last week, the walks were delightful, as was the choice of accommodation."

"The views around the Welsh borders, Brecon Beacons, and the Malverns were breathtaking, and the walking, though hilly at times was excellent.But what surprised me was the way Shropshire royally entertained us with superb food and excellent service - all contributing to the surprise element- go there and see for yourselves."

"Absolutely perfect."

"Just to thank you for a fantastic weekends walking. Everything about it was great - hotel, food, pub lunches, walks, and rounded off with a cake and a sixties sing song. What more could you want from a holiday."

"From start to finish it was superb. Today I have been mentally with you on the Stiperstones, work has not had much attraction."

"Hard to find anything wrong - a good holiday."

"I really did enjoy every last minute of it, from the welcome at the hotel, to the excellent organisation of the walksthat you led, the pub lunches, and the entertainment on the last night."

"Most enjoyable Strollers week. Varied days- good company. Total consideration from Alan, Darren and Joan. Thank you."

"Thank you for a splendid weekend- I enjoyed every moment - even the rainy bit. Lovely to walk and chat with other single people."

"A thoroughly enjoyable holiday - very good value for money. Walks challenging without being too demanding."

"I thoroughly enjoyed it and missed walking today and all the beautiful views. It was very well organised and everyone was nice and friendly - so I have good memories of Shropshire - and I will be back."

"Firstly Alan thank you for all your skill and hard work organising the Easter break. The break and walking did me good."

"Really good - I liked the pace and size of group - very interesting walks too - I liked the social history of the area"

"I thought I would drop you a line to thank you for a fantastic Easter break. I was very apprehensive before coming as it was the first holiday I had ever been on my own, let alone a first walking holiday. Everyone was friendly and supportive - It was extremely well organised and incredible value for money.  Take care and could you thank your other walk leaders form."

"Thank you very much for all you did at the weekend. I enjoyed it very much, and I shall certainly be walking with you again"

"Many thanks for Saturdays walk - brilliant Great views  - we all enjoyed it."

"Just a note to say again how much I enjoyed the weekend. Your arrangements and organisation were brilliant. Thanks to all the team."

"I could not fault the whole weekend. The personal attention and whole ambience were excellent."

"YOU CAN'T - IT WAS FAB! Hope to see you again."

"I had a great week - Ill try and get some of my club members to come next time."

"The holiday exceeded my expectations in every way imaginable. Evertyhing had been taken care of despite the apparantly relaxed and informal approach. Sunday's walk was amazing."

"Many thanks for a superb weekend. We thoroughly enjoyed it and will be back."

"The consideration and personal care of each individual make your organisation unique- never lose sight of that important factor."

"Can't think of anything wrong - enjoyed my break. Many thanks."

"Just a big thank you to yourself, Barbara, Joan, and Paul, for an excellent weekend of walking. The good weather was abonus, but this apart you looked after us so well."

"Just a quick email to tell what a wonderful time I had at the weekend. You should be justifiably proud of the service you provide, it clearly shows that you all care about what you do, and the way you do it. See you again soon"

"Thank you for a most enjoyable holiday. Victorai House was excellent and the food throughout was first rate. Superb walks, good leadership. I was surprised that Shropshire could offer such wonderful scenery, along with the added bonus of the warmth and hospitaity of its people."

"Thanks for a great weekend - it was really good and well planned and I enjoyed it very much. Thanks again"

"Im just writing to thaank you for such an enjoyable weekends walking. Despite a slightly wobbly start, everything came together in the end which I'm sure was down to your good efforts and determination to make sure everyone was happy. The hills were just the right size for me, so I did enjoy it."

"Quick message to say what a fantastic time Debbie and I had last week. We did not expect it to be so brilliant. I now don't want to live in London any more - I want to move to Shropshire, buy a dog and invite friends for holidays and walk the hills"

"Thanks again for a splendid week in the Shropshire Hills, I was certainly not disappointed after exploring by foot. I was particularly impressed by the personal attention you give to your clients."