Looking for the perfect barefoot winter boot? In this episode of Liz & Ali Talk Barefoot, we review the Vivobarefoot Gobi Women’s Warm-Lined Boot — soft, flexible, and perfect for chilly days.

Nestled on the Welsh border, our little town has become something extraordinary — the world’s first barefoot shoe town. Following the UK’s first Barefoot Expo, we officially launched The Barefoot Shoe Box, and The Foot Collective travelled here to experience it for themselves. They stayed at The Walking Hub B&B, shared their wisdom on foot health, movement and community, and led an inspiring town hall talk. At sunrise, we walked Hergest Ridge together, barefoot on the land that shaped this journey. Their visit, their curiosity and the film they made captured the heart of what we are building — a place where shoes are minimal, feet are free, and community is real.

After eight years and hundreds of walkers, my B&B guest book is finally full.
It’s more than pages of names — it’s a collection of laughter, kindness, unexpected friendships, and muddy-booted stories from the Offa’s Dyke path and beyond.

From sending my very first guest the wrong way out of Hay-on-Wye (and sprinting to fix it), to hosting walkers in their 80s still chasing horizons — this book holds it all.

Here’s a little reflection on what it means to open your door to strangers… and find yourself richer for it.

The Walking Hub has been named a finalist (again!) in the Visit Herefordshire Tourism Awards 2025. We’re proud to be part of Herefordshire’s vibrant tourism community.

Liz and I chat about the Bahe Revive barefoot shoe — a flexible, all-round shoe that works for everyday wear. In this review we touch on grounding, versatility, and why it’s a great barefoot alternative to the Altra Lone Peak.

We’re celebrating the launch of The Barefoot Shoe Box – the UK’s first independent barefoot shoe shop – right here at The Walking Hub in Kington! Join us for a two-day launch with inspiring talks, a community barefoot walk, and the chance to discover why barefoot shoes are changing the way people move.

We finally got our hands on the long-awaited Freet Chamois barefoot boots — and filmed our first-ever video review. Two women, one camera, and some very real first impressions. If you’re curious about the fit, feel, and function of the Chamois, come take a look.

From pain to power, and one long walk that changed everything…
In this personal reflection, Ali—owner of The Walking Hub and founder of The Barefoot Shoe Box—shares how a rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis led her to challenge conventional wisdom, walk 600 miles, and discover the life-changing benefits of barefoot shoes. It's a journey of resilience, movement, and creating a business rooted in purpose.