Keith was great & very knowledgeable. He was very flexible to the needs of the group & the changing weather & altered the walks accordingly. I appreciated the setting & the walks organised. Varied landscape – hills & woods/rivers. Enjoyed exploring the village of Hathersage & its shops/cafes.

Dark Peaks Delights, October 2026

Lovely hotel, beautiful setting, Lovely food . Very much enjoyed the whole holiday. We were so lucky with the weather too. I even got to put my feet in the sea. If tide permitted it would have been nice to walk across to Holy Island , Lovely leader too. A lovely mix of empty beaches , castles, beautiful landscapes and then a hills day too.

Northumberland – A secret to discover, October 2026

The walks were lovely, particularly the coastal walks. We walked at a nice pace and I was happy with the length of the walks. Tina did a great job at making sure that we were all happy. On the last day I enjoyed the walk around Budle Bay more than the trip to Holy Island. I much enjoyed the trip, some great walks along the Beautiful Northumberland coast and Simonside Hills with a nice group of walkers. The hotel was comfortable and we were well fed, all meals provided. Tina did a brilliant job guiding us and making sure everything ran smoothly.

Northumberland – A secret to discover, October 2026

I particularly enjoyed the walking experience. The guide was knowledgeable and friendly. The walks were long but the terrain was mostly flat, with the most beautiful coastal scenery. A walk up into the Simonside Hills also rewarded us with wonderful views. I have always wanted to walk the Northumberland coast and this walking holiday did not disappoint. From beautiful, near deserted bays to imposing castles and bustling towns, this holiday provided a wealth of breathtaking scenery.

Northumberland – A secret to discover, October 2026

Fabulous Dinners and breakfast too. Staff were very good I really enjoyed the walking. Our guide Tina was very friendly and organised. The organisation was brilliant. Everything organised for you so all you had to do was enjoy the walking!

Northumberland – A secret to discover, October 2026

The walking was excellent. The organisation was good. The scenery on this trip is particularly spectacular- it matches the trip’s title. The guide, Keith , was brilliant and certainly did his upmost to ensure he saw to everyone’s needs.

Dark Peaks Delights, October 2026

Tina was lovely, kind and caring. Walks were fabulous though I thought I might have problems. We have used Secret Hills 3 times before and are planning 2 more in 2027,a recommendation

in itself!!!!

Northumberland – A secret to discover, October 2026