Scottish Walking Week: Glen Coe

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Saturday 29 May 2021 16:00 - Saturday 05 June 2021

(7 nights)

From £699.00

Listed by Spice Manchester

Overview

Ideally located to explore Glencoe, the Mamores and Western Highlands, WalkWise have secured one of Scotland’s most famous Highland Hotels: The Alltshellach in the peaceful village of Onich. This historic Country House was formerly the residence of the Bishop of the Argyll & the Isles and commands an enviable position on the shores of the Loch where it has outstanding views across Loch Leven and up to some of the finest mountains in Britain. It is a dedicated outdoor hotel and the food is excellent, some of the best of any hotel we work out of. There are all the facilities that you could want, 3 lounges, a bar, drying room and a swimming pool and spa pool However, the main reason for the weekend is the amazing access that this destination gives to the North West Highlands. Needing no introduction to anyone with a love of the outdoors, this area contains some of Britains’finest scenery. Our walks will explore some of the wildest, most rugged, remote and romantic areas in the country! And there is wonderful walking for everyone whether you want to gently wander alongside the beautiful lochsides and through the enchanting glens or wish to climb up into the high mountains and enjoy the endless panoramas!

This trip will be run in accordance with Covid regulations at the time of the event - should we not be able to run the holiday due to Covid restrictions you will be entitled to a credit note or refund.

Includes

7 nights accommodation, 7 evening meals, 7 breakfasts, 6 picnic lunches & 5 days of guided walks with a choice of walks each day

Extras

Transport to and from walks where taken

Location & Itinerary

Is this for me?

To allow you to choose a walk that suits you best, we will provide a minimum of two walks on each day, led by professional and knowledgeable walking guides. On both days there will be a harder walk of 9-12 miles with 3000+ft of ascent, and a gentler walk of 6-9 miles with less ascent.  

Travel & Stay

Days and nights pass easily in the friendly and Alltshellach, meaning stream by the willows. This historic house offers all the facilities you could wish for. The hotel has been beautifully and sympathetically brought into the 21st century and even has a lovely swimming pool and spa pool. As a dedicated outdoor hotel they understand the wants and needs of the walkers from the excellent food, well stocked bar and even a drying room, just in case! Situated in a breath taking lochside setting at the foot of dramatic Glencoe, The Allshellach pride themselves on their food and their home baking and local produce are always welcome features on the menus. The bedrooms all have their individual layout and character, as befits a historic house and are all located in the main building. In your room you’ll find a TV with digital radio, hair dryer, towels and tea and coffee making facilities. Of course all the bedrooms are en-suite but if you really want to treat yourself there are some 'Better' rooms available but these do go quickly. After dinner, we can relax by the fire with a glass of your favourite tipple whilst the sun sets over the mountains and the colours reflect their fiery hue on the waters of the loch outside. 

Around the Hotel: It is only a short drive up to Fort William, where there are bars, restaurants and shops. Close by are Glencoe and Glen Nevis, the Ice Factor at Kinlochleven, the Caledonian Canal and a host of other options for the non-walker.

Getting There

Suggested route by car: For those with satellite navigation enter postcode PH33 6SB. From Glasgow take the A82 towards Crianlarich. Continue on A82 towards Fort William. Head for Ballachulish keeping the village on your left. Go straight on at the roundabout over the steel bridge and take the second right B863 to Kinlochleven and the seafood restaurant. Alltshellach is 400 yards on your right. 

Car parking Parking is available in the grounds. No responsibility can be accepted for loss or damage to guests’ property or vehicles. We advise not to leave valuables in cars. 

By air If you are travelling from overseas, or the south of England, there are frequent flights to Glasgow International Airport. 

Overall travel contacts: http://www.travelline.org.uk 0871 200 22 33 

By Rail The nearest station is at Fort William, but most guests take a train to Glasgow, then continue their journey to Alltshellach using our coach transfer or the Citylink bus. For train times and general rail enquiries call 08457 484950 (24hrs) or visit www.nationalrail.co.uk

Bus Daily and frequent bus services to and from Glasgow, Edinburgh, Stirling, Perth, and Oban. The main bus stop is in Ballachulish 500m from the hotel.For more details visit Scottish Citylink.

Availability & Pricing

TypePrice
Member Double Ensuite Share£699.00Sold Out
Member Twin Ensuite Share£699.00Sold Out
Member Twin Ensuite Share MALE£699.00Sold Out
Member Better Double Ensuite Share£789.00Sold Out
Member Better Twin Ensuite Share£789.00Sold Out
Member Single Ensuite£839.00Available
Member Better Single Ensuite£899.00Sold Out
Member Double Ensuite for Sole Occupancy£949.00Sold Out

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The Alltshellach Hotel, On the shores of Loch Leven, North Ballachulish, Scotland, PH33 6SA

Host & Everything Else

You MUST have:

• Walking boots

• A Water bottle (minimum 1 litre)

• A Rucksack with a plastic liner

• Waterproofs: jacket and trousers

• A Warm hat

• Warm gloves (not leather)

• Thick walking socks

• Base layer: (thin thermal or warm T-shirt. Best not to be cotton as it gets cold when wet)

• Over layer: (warm sweater or fleece)

• Extra layer: warm top for when cold (eg. when stopped for lunch)

• Comfortable walking trousers (not jeans as they are too cold & heavy when wet)

• Personal Medication

• Smart casual clothes for the evening.

You may wish to bring:

• Trekking Poles

• Vacuum flask (if you like hot drinks on the hill)

• Medium size Tupperware container or plastic bag, to put picnic lunch in.

• Sit mat 

• Sun glasses

• Lip salve

• Camera

• Personal first aid kit

In good weather and/or summer, you may also wish to bring

• Short trousers

• T - Shirts

• Sun hat

• Sun tan lotion

In poor weather and/or winter, you may also wish to bring:

• Gaiters

• Balaclava

• Extra warm clothing

Maps: If you are someone who likes to know where you are walking by tracking it on the OS maps you may wish to take the following maps with you:

1:25 000: exp 392 Ben Nevis and Fort William

1:25 000: exp 384 Glen Coe and Glen Etive

This event is organised and supplied by WalkWise UK Ltd, whose terms and conditions  apply and for whom your local SPICE group acts as an agent. Those booking enter into a contract directly with WalkWise UK Ltd. For availability and bookings contact your local SPICE group directly.  

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