Being born and raised in the countryside, Alison is passionate about the natural world and the outdoors. She holds a BSc degree in Environmental Management and PGCert in Conservation & Sustainable Development. A keen fell walker, she loves the north of England for all its wild places. 

She is a contemplative walks leader; yoga and mindfulness instructor (with stress management and trauma specialism), former Zen Buddhist of many years; a holistic therapy and Reiki practioner - as well as being a forest bathing, nature connection and stargazing enthusiast.

Since 2002, she's run wellness sessions & nature experiences for: universities, NGOs, charities and outdoor experience companies. She's taken people to some of the most stunning areas of the UK on yoga, mindfulness and contemplative walking holidays since 2009.

She set up Adventures for the Soul in 2019.

Dr Fabian Seymour & colleagues

Fabian is the Director of AFS Mountaineering. He has been exploring the high places of Britain since 2001. He has a passion for enthusing others with the love of mountains and other landscapes, and building people's confidence to get outdoors. He's a rock climbing instructor and hold the Summer and Winter Mountain Leader awards.

He has a PhD in evolution that he combines with a love of the mountains. He can literally take people on a journey through the history of plant life on land on a mountain journey too.

When unavailable, Fabian provides hand-picked, very experienced guides for our events. They too, are brilliant at what they do.