Fancy a walking holiday with a difference?

Shacklabank is a family run working farm combining walking holidays with farm experiences. Alison O'Neill organises all of the holidays and tailors them to suit the individual interests of the guests.

With the opportunity to roam freely across the overlooking Howgill Fells in Cumbria and explore the nearby town of Sedburgh you can enjoy a holiday with a difference at Shacklabank.

For more details visit www.shacklabank.co.uk

With the World Cup finished for another four years, the Grand Prix done and dusted, Wimbledon drawn to a close, are you now wondering what will fill your time for the rest of the summer?

Well, the great outdoors is out there and waiting for you, dig out those boots and head for the hills especially whilst the weather is still being nice to us.

Need inspiration on where to go, take a look at these websites for routes and walks...

For nationwide walks visit www.livefortheoutdoors.com

Walking guides throughout Northumberland, Cumbria and The Borders go to www.shepherdswalks.co.uk

Looking for walking routes suitable for buggies? Walks with Buggies is the only UK website totally dedicated to providing free information on routes that are suitable for those with buggies www.walkswithbuggies.com

Search over 2800 free walks across the UK and share your faourites at www.grabyourboots.com

Or, unpack that tent, bring out the bbq and head off for a weekend of camping fun.

Looking for a campsite, check out www.ukcampsite.co.uk

Or if you're feeling a little more adventurous, you could always go wild camping, but don't forget to abide by the rules!

Whatever you choose, have fun in the outdoor playground and don't forget to drop us a line with your stories and photo's.

The Cotswolds has lots to offer, and with the title of Area of Outstanding Beauty there is something for all visitors and those living in and around the area to enjoy.

The Cotswold Way which stretches from Bath to Chipping Camden is a 102 mile trail which passes many points of interest taking in some fantastic scenery.

Visit the Cotswolds Way website which is full of information ranging from walking routes, things to do, conservation advice and even offers courses for those who'd like to try their hand at dry stone walling.

For full details visit www.cotswoldsaonb.org.uk

It's always good to receive feedback and comments from our consumers. We recently received a letter from Samantha Millar who has happily worn her Hillmaster's for the past 8 years!

 "In 2002 I bought my first pair of brasher Hillmaster boots. At the time, I thought it was quite a lot of money to spend on a pair of walking boots but they have paid for themselves many times over. I never could have imagined they would last me for this length of time.

I have worn them almost every day for 8 years, as I have 2 dogs. They have seen me through 4 months in the Falklands, and I have completed my lifelong ambition of climbing Ben Nevis with the help of my brasher's.

I could not imagine owning a pair of more comfortable boots, and I'm devastated they are coming to the end of their long and eventful life. I could not begin to guess how many miles they have walked on my feet!"

If you would like to send us your comments please email sshanley@brasher.co.uk

The Isle of Wight Walking Festival kicked off this weekend offering a massive 300 walks to suit all ages and abilities.

The popular festival which is now in it's12th year runs from Suturday 8th until Sunday 23rd May with a selection of walks available varying from challenging, scenic and historical, there's walks for the kids or if you're looking for romance or a bit of company you could always try speed-dating walks!

You can see full details and download a brochure by visiting the website www.isleofwightwalkingfestival.co.uk