Pennine Way Walking Holidays

Emily Brontë’s Wuthering Heights is famously inspired by the wild Pennine moors, the same dramatic landscapes walkers enjoy on the Pennine Way. These windswept hills and isolated farms set the scene for the novel’s intense Gothic romance, and they continue to captivate audiences in the new Hollywood adaptation, bringing the story’s stormy passion and haunting atmosphere vividly to the screen.

Since 2005, Macs Adventure has led the way in self-guided travel in England, offering Pennine Way walking holidays since 2010. As the original National Trail, it’s a natural highlight in our tours. Our flexible trips combine comfortable B&Bs, guesthouses, and cosy inns with hassle-free luggage transfer, while high-quality digital maps on the Macs App, insider tips, and carefully planned itineraries ensure a seamless, enriching experience. Our goal is simple: to make your Pennine Way adventure unforgettable—for all the right reasons.

Q: How far in advance do I need to book?

A: We suggest you book as soon as your plans are finalised, as some of the villages on the Pennine Way have quite limited accommodation options. If booking at short notic,e we will always try our best to accommodate your plans. 

Q: When is the best time of year to walk the Pennine Way?

A: Traditionally, April/May has always been the most popular time of year because the theory goes that the weather is better. That said, any time between late April and September offers a great experience! If you are doing the full Pennine Way, you are sure to experience rain at some point, though, so make sure you pack your waterproofs!

Q: What is the walk like?

A: The Pennine Way isn't a technically challenging walk - just a long one! The terrain varies from grassy tracks and pastures to open boggy sections, to more challenging rocky sections with steeper ascents. A lot of work has been done in recent years to lay down stones over the worst boggy sections, but some still exist, so this is a walk where a pair of gaiters will definitely come in handy!

Q: Do I need to be able to navigate?

A: Most of the trail is well signposted with the wooden signposts and acorn symbol. On the Macs Adventure App you can follow the full trail offline on your phone.