Hebden Bridge in the beautiful South Pennines is the first place in Britain to hold the Walkers Are Welcome accolade.

The area has plenty of enjoyable, pleasant walks to suit all tastes and these are being celebrated during the towns Walkers Are Welcome Weekend which takes place from 12 13 September 2009.

The weekend sees 30 different walks, the majority of them free, taking place to suit all ages and abilities, along with illustrated talks and a walkers pub quiz.

The Walkers Are Welcome status confirms the towns reputation as an ideal, welcoming place for visitors to come and enjoy the outdoors and helps to ensure that footpaths and facilities for walkers are maintained in good condition.

There are miles of stunning countryside walks to explore around Hebden Bridge so it is essential to have a comfortable base in which to rest those weary legs after a hard days walking.

There is a wide range of accommodation available in the locality but there is none more special and unique than Croft Mill, situated in the heart of the town.

Croft Mill is a recently converted mill offering 4-star accommodation in 12 immaculate and stylish self-catering holiday apartments to suit all needs and budgets.

Croft Mill can accommodate 45 guests in 12 apartments ranging from Standard (which is anything but) to a luxury Penthouse and even boasts a rooftop conservatory that is available to book for small functions.

The Croft Mill website at www.croftmill.com contains photography and a virtual tour of each luxurious apartment and there are more special offers as well as a booking enquiry form, a list of local events and information about the town and surrounding area.

The Walkers Are Welcome Weekend is part of the South Pennines Walk & Ride Festival 2009 which takes place from 12 27 September and is aimed at putting the area on the map for enjoying the great outdoors.