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Southern Upland Way track through the Galloway Hills (Stage 4)

If you have never undertaken a long-distance trail as a continuous walking holiday before, then a few hints at the planning stage may come in useful.

 Book any accommodation that is required well in advance.

 Research all your travel arrangements, with timetables and fares for getting to the start of the Trail and getting home after you have finished it. Book if necessary.

 If using a commercial organisation to transport your luggage from accommodation addresses along the Trail (see Appendix D), book this well before you leave home.

 If using a commercial organisation for vehicle support (as above), book this service well in advance.

 Purchase all the equipment required well before you intend to set out. This is particularly important for boots, which must be well ‘broken in’ before using them on the SUW. If backpacking, make sure that you try out your equipment before your first night on the Trail to spot any possible flaws or problems associated with its use.