Journeys on foot, bike and horse-back, inspiring connection to each other, ourselves and to the world around us, using ancient pilgrimage routes as our guide.
In partnership with The British Pilgrimage Trust, Blundstone UK & Fera GB
Welcome to FareWays
Our UK based project that explores the connections between the outdoors, story-telling and mental health in order to advocate for individual, social and environmental wellbeing. For the best taste of what to expect, have a listen to the BBC Radio 4 ‘Open Country’ piece on our ride across Scotland: Highlands with horses.
In 2023 we supported Scottish charity Venture Trust. We raised over £5,000 for their Outdoor Therapy Project for 16-25 year olds & ex-service personnel. Here are some words from some of the 40 participants that took part.
2024 FareWays journey
When? TO BE ANNOUNCED.
Where? TBA.
How? Come for a morning, afternoon, a day, a night or the entire journey. First thing to do is to express your interest.
Open to all! All we ask is for everyone to raise as much money as they can for the cause, and to make sure you are physically respnsibile for yourself and your kit.
All The Big Hoof journeys are made on a voluntary basis by those wishing to follow our routes. The Big Hoof is a charity that operates solely as a core team of three individuals. Those who follow our routes do so at their own risk and are required to make appropriate arrangements for themselves.
Ready to come along?
Would you like to join the next ride? Just send us an email and we will keep you updated.
Everyone is welcome: FareWays is accessible for all.
What is FareWays?
Join
FareWays is a multi-chapter journey. A core team of three travellers on horse and foot will wander the British Isles, using primarily running and riding as a moving meditation to connect to the land.
Connect
Our routes will take inspiration from the British pilgrim paths. Everyone is invited to ride/run/hike/support along the way. Our core chain of connection is the communities through which we travel: establishing relationships and telling stories of the individuals and groups we meet in the hope of both amplifying local voices and platforming initiatives that align with our values.
Create
Our aim is to promote the wonder of the natural world on each pilgrimage route as we travel, so that we can educate and inspire those who wish to follow our trails. During our journeys, FareWays will collect stories from fellow travellers or locals. These stories may be shared through our media platforms for others to experience.
FareWays 2023: completed!
Our first ever FareWays journey. We walked, ran, rode and cycled along St Columba’s Way. Some joined us for a morning, a day, or for as long as they could whilst making our way from St Andrews to Iona.
When?
3-16 July, 2023
Where?
Across Scotland: from St Andrews to Iona
What?
12-18 miles a day
How?
The ride across Scotland saw over 40 participants from all walks of life, ages ranging from 8-69 years old. We encouraged walkers, riders and cyclists to come along.
