Sykes Holiday Cottages

National Walking Month – #WalkWithSykes

We’re giving away a £250 gift voucher in celebration of National Walking Month!

Using the hashtag #WalkWithSykes, we encourage our Instagram followers to post a snapshot of their strolls and show off their adventures to be in with the chance of winning this exciting prize!

Continue reading to discover everything you need to know about National Walking Month and our competition…


What is National Walking Month?

May is National Walking Month, giving you the opportunity to get active, discover local walks and enjoy all the fantastic benefits of walking. This year’s initiative, organised by The Living Streets, is centred on #Try20, which encourages people to walk for 20 minutes every day in May for 20 days.

In addition to improving physical and mental health, walking can lower the risk of a number of preventable health conditions. These include certain cancers, depression, heart disease, and Type 2 diabetes.

You can also contribute to reducing air pollution, traffic congestion and road hazards by walking instead of driving – all while saving money and being healthier!


Use our Walking Travel Guide for Inspiration

Find a plethora of incredible walks around the UK with our walking travel guide. Here, you can find inspiration for your next walking holiday, from the dramatic landscape of the Snowdonia National Park to the coastal delights of Cornwall.

Our blog is also a great space to discover an array of the best walking holiday destinations in the UK!

Some of our favourite picks include:

  1. Walks in Cornwall
  2. Walks in Yorkshire
  3. Walks in Keswick
  4. Walks in Northumberland
  5. Walks in Thetford Forest
  6. Walks in Windermere
  7. Walks in Anglesey
  8. Walks in Scotland
  9. Walks in Devon
  10. Walks in Norfolk

#WalkWithSykes for the chance to win a £250 Voucher

In honour of National Walking Month, we are hosting a competition where you can win a £250 gift voucher! By using the #WalkWithSykes hashtag, we hope to inspire people to get out and about and share their favourite walks.

Share a photo of your walks on Instagram with the #WalkWithSykes hashtag between the dates of 03/05/2022 and 31/05/2022, and be in with the chance to win a £250 gift voucher with Sykes!

Find out more by checking out our terms & conditions here


If you’re looking for a place to stay during National Walking Month, browse through this excellent range of walking cottages here. You can use our Holiday Travel Guide for inspiration when planning your next UK getaway.