What is the Trefoil walk event?
A week-long event for Trefoil members to come together, meet others, and go on a variety of walks around the south of the Peak District. If you enjoy walking and the outdoors, do consider applying. Walks are organised to suit all abilities and will be lead by designated walk leaders. In the evenings there is planned entertainment like speakers, crafts, or a murder mystery - and time to relax. All meals are provided during the week.
Many participants travel with friends, but you won’t be alone if you’re travelling on your own. You will soon feel a part of the group.
When is it and where is it?
The Trefoil walk 2025 is running from Monday 15 September to Saturday 20 September 2025 in the Peak District around the area of Ilam (pronounced eye-lamb).
How much is it?
The cost of the holiday is £475 per person. To confirm your place, a £100 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking. The balance will be payable by June 2025.
How do I book?
Online bookings are now closed, please contact the Trefoil office between 10.00am and 4pm or email trefoilguild@girlguiding.org.uk
Should the website be showing that the holiday is full, please do email the office to be placed on a waiting list. Online bookings are now closed, please contact the Trefoil office between 10.00am and 4pm or email trefoilguild@girlguiding.org.uk
Where are we staying?
We will be based at YHA Ilam (pronounced eye-lam). Full hostel occupancy has been booked.
Parking is free for national trust members. Anyone driving who is not a member can purchase a discounted parking ticket. The nearest rail stations are Uttoxeter - 15 miles away, or Belper - 17 miles away.
Please note that this is hostel accommodation, rooms of varying sizes, with bunk beds. There are no single rooms. We aim to ensure that wherever possible, no rooms have full occupancy, that at least one bed space is free.
FAQs
Other information you might find useful canbe found here.
Walks will be in the south peak district and Staffordshire. Information on all walks will be circulated nearer the time, with bookings made onsite the evening before. Some walks may be organised to leave from the site. A coach will be booked for any walks with a starting point further away.
Yes, accommodation is full board. There is a cooked breakfast to build you up for the day and an evening meal, with a packed lunch to take with you on your walk. Food allergies and intolerances are always noted. Booking forms for meal choices will be circulated before the event.
Definitely walking boots, a rucksack, and clothing for all weathers. A full kit list will be circulated before the event.
Don’t forget to make sure that you have your holiday insurance in place.