Why Midweek Walking Breaks Are the Perfect Way to Reset
For many people, weekends fill up fast — family plans, chores, social commitments and everything else that squeezes walking to the bottom of the list. A midweek walking break gives you something different: quieter paths, calmer travel, great value accommodation and time with a friendly group who also enjoy getting outdoors when everything feels a little less hectic.
At Large Outdoors, our midweek trips are built around steady walking, relaxed company and clear organisation. They’re sociable, solo-friendly and designed to feel like a genuine pause in the middle of your week — whether you join from home, travel by train, or turn it into a longer break away.
Here’s why midweek walking works so well, and a look at the midweek trips you can already join.
A calmer way to explore the UK
Midweek trips offer something you simply don’t get at weekends: quieter footpaths, easier pub bookings, less traffic, and a more peaceful atmosphere in National Parks and National Landscapes. It’s an ideal time to enjoy steady walking without the bustle.
Most people joining our midweek breaks arrive solo, and the smaller midweek groups make it easy to settle in quickly. You’ll walk together, share meals, chat in the evenings, and enjoy a few days that feel genuinely switched off from the usual routine.
Time to walk at a steady pace
Our midweek routes are chosen for their scenery, interest and accessibility — nothing rushed or overly demanding. Expect relaxed distances, plenty of stops, and guides who know the area well.
Because you’re walking Monday–Thursday, you also experience these places as locals do: calmer, quieter and with space to take everything in.
Car-free options for easy travel
A growing number of our midweek trips are car-free, with station pick-ups or easy public transport links. It means you don’t need to worry about parking, long drives or changing plans due to traffic — you simply arrive and walk.
Midweek Walking Breaks You Can Join Now
Below are the current midweek trips live on the website, each offering steady walking, relaxed company and the chance to explore somewhere new.
Cotswolds Midweek Walking Break
A sociable break based in the historic town of Chipping Norton, exploring rolling countryside, ancient routes and well-known Cotswold villages. Walks start from the hotel door and include routes linked to Shakespeare’s Way and the famous Rollright Stones. Car-free and great for solo travellers.
https://www.largeoutdoors.com/scenic-walking-holiday-in-the-cotswolds
Gower Midweek Walking Break
The Gower Peninsula is known for wide sandy beaches, open headlands and easy coastal walking. Midweek offers a quieter feel — fewer crowds, calmer routes and more time to enjoy the coastline. Ideal if you want fresh sea air, sociable evenings and steady days by the water.
https://www.largeoutdoors.com/gower-coast-walking-weekend
New Forest Midweek Walking Break
Ancient woodland, open heath, ponies, quiet villages and gentle routes make the New Forest perfect for steady midweek walking. This break focuses on relaxed days out, friendly evenings and time to explore one of England’s most accessible National Parks without the busy weekend crowds.
Perfect for Solo Travellers, Couples & Friends
Midweek trips attract a real mix of people:
Solo walkers taking a few days for themselves
People working flexibly who can travel mid-week
Friends wanting a quieter break together
Anyone who prefers calmer paths and steady walking
You don’t need mountain fitness — just comfortable footwear, an interest in the outdoors and a willingness to join in.
A chance to reset — without waiting for the weekend
Midweek walking breaks offer a refreshing change of pace. You’ll explore new places, enjoy simple days out with friendly company, and come home feeling like you’ve had more than just “time off” — you’ve had time to breathe.
Explore all our current midweek walking breaks here:
https://www.largeoutdoors.com/midweek-walking-breaks
