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Reviews of South Downs Way

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South Downs Way by RH, 25 Jun 2024
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South Downs Way - Eastern half

Walking tour from Amberley to Eastbourne late May 20204

Walking tour from Amberley to Eastbourne late May 20204

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Mickledore did an excellent job from start to finish - helping me choose which tour I wanted, selecting quality accommodation, provision of good maps and an excellent guidebook, etc.

Mickledore Travel responded to this review on 25 Jun 2024:

Thank you so much for your review. We are pleased you enjoyed your holiday and accommodations and hope we can book something again for you very soon. Hayley

South Downs Way by David Sims, 16 May 2024
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Mickledore made 100 miles enjoyable on the South Downs Way.

Walked the South Downs Way in May 2024

Walked the South Downs Way in May 2024

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We used another UK Walking Tour company last year when we walked The Cotswold Way. A friend suggested that we use Mickledore for our South Downs Walk this year as they were impressed with the service they received. Making the switch was the right decision for us. Mickledore was easy and efficient to work with from Canada. They provided a comprehensive holiday pack that included a booklet detailing each section of the walk to the inn, distance, telephone numbers, location maps with trails to get to the inn of the night and establishments for evening meals. Their communication is excellent and their varied choices in accommodations is delightful. I especially enjoyed the family run inns/b&b. I also liked using the Mickledore App since all the documentation is on my phone just in case my paper copies got wet or lost. We’ll definitely use them for our future UK Walking trips.

Mickledore Travel responded to this review on 21 May 2024:

Thank you for the glowing review! We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed your walking holiday. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we're glad we could contribute to a memorable trip. We can't wait to have you back for another exciting adventure! Hayley

South Downs Way by Geoff, 27 Sep 2023
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Superb South Downs Way walking holiday!

This was our 3rd walking holiday with Mickledore and they are brilliant. Efficient, friendly and responsive. They book some great accommodation, provide everything we need for the route and look after our bags. We left a small jewellery bag behind at one hotel and they were straight onto it, arranging for its safe recovery. Highly recommend them!

This was our 3rd walking holiday with Mickledore and they are brilliant. Efficient, friendly and responsive. They book some great accommodation, provide everything we need for the route and look after our bags. We left a small jewellery bag behind at one hotel and they were straight onto it, arranging for its safe recovery. Highly recommend them!

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Amazing. They always seem to know everything about my holiday, able to respond to any queries instantly. They're so friendly. Worth chatting to beforehand if you are unsure where to go too. We are about to book our 4th holiday with them!

Mickledore Travel responded to this review on 28 Sep 2023:

Your positive feedback about your walking holiday brightened our day. Thanks for choosing us, and please don't hesitate to reach out whenever you're ready for another adventure. Hayley

South Downs Way by Nico, 27 Jun 2023
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Beautiful walk on the South Downs

We walked from Winchester to Eastbourne along the South Downs Way with Mickledore Holidays. The walk was beuatiful with some magnificent views.

We walked from Winchester to Eastbourne along the South Downs Way with Mickledore Holidays. The walk was beuatiful with some magnificent views.

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Mickledore Holiday had everytthing perfectly organized. Veryl pleasant B&B's or hotels.

Mickledore Travel responded to this review on 29 Jun 2023:

Thank you for your review. We are pleased you enjoyed your holiday on the South Downs and look forward to booking another for you. Hayley

South Downs Way by Mr R P 23, 13 Jun 2023
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Excellent Walking in the sun!

We walked from Winchester to Eastbourne staying at lovely accommodation

We walked from Winchester to Eastbourne staying at lovely accommodation

Rating for tour operator:

Excellent itinerary planning

Mickledore Travel responded to this review on 13 Jun 2023:

Thank you for your review. We look forward to planning another walk for you soon. Hayley

South Downs Way by Sigmasailor, 26 May 2023
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South Downs Way, a walking holiday

We walked the whole Way in one go and had a lovely time. Not the nicest (walking) way in the UK since quite a lot is bridle way. Still liked it very much and we just had to do it. We had a fun time diverting from the way ferquently and found the footpaths on either side of the way more to our liking; we thoroughly enjoyed the last two days of the walk and did not divert from the way there. What we really liked is the hassle free way Mickledore ...

We walked the whole Way in one go and had a lovely time. Not the nicest (walking) way in the UK since quite a lot is bridle way. Still liked it very much and we just had to do it. We had a fun time diverting from the way ferquently and found the footpaths on either side of the way more to our liking; we thoroughly enjoyed the last two days of the walk and did not divert from the way there. What we really liked is the hassle free way Mickledore arranged the holiday for us. All that was left was to get to the start, do the walk and return back home. Mickledore was able to book small hotels and B&B's (our preference) along the route. All were excellent but the Nest hotel in Buriton (very rude and condescending managers).

Rating for tour operator:

Mickledore is always able to suit holidays to our needs. Easily select the number of days you want to do a walk in. Also helpful when arranging extra days, where to leave your car and book train transfers. I like the way Mickledore makes you feel you are part of their family. Couldn't which for anything more.

Mickledore Travel responded to this review on 26 May 2023:

Thank you so much for your valuable feedback regarding your recent experience with our company. We greatly appreciate your kind words and your acknowledgment of our efforts to provide exceptional service.

We are genuinely sorry to hear about the negative experience you had with one of our contracted accommodations. We understand how important it is for our customers to have a seamless and enjoyable walk, and we deeply regret any inconvenience or disappointment caused. I can see on our notes that we spoke to you on the day to discuss this and find a resolution. I am glad you were still able to enjoy your holiday. Hayley

Mickledore Travel responded to this review on 26 May 2023:

Thank you for choosing our company, and we look forward to having the pleasure of serving you again soon, ensuring an outstanding experience throughout your entire journey on your upcoming holidays. Hayley

South Downs Way by Jan, 27 Apr 2023
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Walking the South Downs Way Western Section

We had a wonderful walk along the South Downs. The scenery was great, most of the accommodations were excellent and good weather. Winchester is a nice city to start the walk.

We had a wonderful walk along the South Downs. The scenery was great, most of the accommodations were excellent and good weather. Winchester is a nice city to start the walk.

Rating for tour operator:

Mickledore is an amazing tour operator. Everything was organized perfectly. They respond very fast to emails. There is no need to look for another tour operator. I can highly recommend Mickledore. The next holiday is already booked.

Mickledore Travel responded to this review on 02 May 2023:

We are so glad you enjoyed this route. It is a fantastic part of the world to explore. We look forward to booking something again for you soon. Hayley

Mickledore Travel responded to this review on 02 May 2023:

Thank you so much for this review. We are really pleased everything met your expectations from us. We look forward to booking another holiday soon. Hayley

South Downs Way by Bostdiek, 14 Nov 2022
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Fantastic Walking Holiday

I booked a week-long walking holiday in the English South Downs through Mickledore, and I couldn't have been happier! I will definitely book through them again.

I booked a week-long walking holiday in the English South Downs through Mickledore, and I couldn't have been happier! I will definitely book through them again.

Rating for tour operator:

Mickledore is fantastic.

Mickledore Travel responded to this review on 15 Nov 2022:

I am delighted that you enjoyed your walk. Thank you for your kind comments about the work of our team. We would love to arrange another adventure for you in future.
Sue

South Downs Way by Cbot, 1 Sep 2022
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A Journey full of history and beatuful views

Charming accomondations. Beautiful walks. Good food .The luggage always in place when arriving the next stop.

Charming accomondations. Beautiful walks. Good food .The luggage always in place when arriving the next stop.

Rating for tour operator:

Good information and communication with Mickledore , nothing to complain about

Mickledore Travel responded to this review on 06 Sep 2022:

Thank you for your feedback. I am happy to hear that you enjoyed your walk and your stays at the accommodations we chose for you along the trail.
Sue

South Downs Way by Chris, 21 Jul 2022
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Fabulous

Walking holiday , 100 miles along the South Downs Way. Baggage transportation and nights in very pleasant B%B.

Walking holiday , 100 miles along the South Downs Way. Baggage transportation and nights in very pleasant B%B.

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It is the 7th time I travel with Mickledore. The service is excellent in every respect. You can ask for changes, they answer questions immediately, they provide all the information needed.

Mickledore Travel responded to this review on 02 Aug 2022:

It is lovely to hear that our customer service was excellent. Thank you for your kind comments.
Sue