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Book SynopsisThese 20 circular routes have been carefully designed with maximum off-lead time and minimum exposure to roads. They vary in length from 21/2 to 6 miles. Each walk has information on the distance and terrain, livestock likely to be encountered, number and type of stiles en route and in an emergency, the nearest veterinary surgery. Walks include Seven Sisters Country Park, the Cuckmere River, Ashdown Forest, the Cuckoo Trail and Bodiam Castle.Table of ContentsThe Walks: 1 Brighton's Chattri Memorial and the South Downs (21/2 miles) 2 Forest Row (3 miles) 3 Barcombe Mills (21/2 miles) 4 Isfield and the River Ouse (21/2 miles) 5 Seven Sisters Country Park and Cuckmere Haven (3 miles) 6 Alfriston and the Cuckmere River (6 miles) 7 East Dean, Birling Gap and Belle Tout (5 miles) 8 Jevington (31/2 miles) 9 Eastbourne and Beachy Head (21/2 miles) 10 Ashdown Forest (2 or 4 miles) 11 Spa Valley Steam Railway and Groombridge (3 miles) 12 The Cuckoo Trail at Heathfield (5 miles) 13 Pevensey Castle (2 miles) 14 Herstmonceux Castle (2 miles) 15 Bewl Water (21/2 miles) 16 Bateman's (21/2 miles) 17 Hastings Country Park and Fairlight Glen (41/2 miles) 18 Bodium Castle and the River Rother (11/2 miles) 19 Winchelsea and the Royal Military Canal (4 miles) 20 Rye and Camber Castle (5 miles)

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Book SynopsisThe 20 circular routes have been carefully designed with maximum off-lead time and minimum exposure to roads. Each walk has information on the distance and terrain, livestock likely to be encountered, number and type of stiles en route and in an emergency, the nearest veterinary surgery. The walks include Barbury Castle, Ogbourne St George, Savernake Forest, Stourhead, Tollard Royal and ancient Avebury where the Ridgeway footpath begins.Table of ContentsAdvice for Dog Walkers; The Walks: 1 Ravensroost and Milbourne Common Wood 3 miles 2 Barbury Castle and Smeathe's Ridge 51/2 miles 3 Castle Combe 5 miles. 4 Box Hill and the Hazelbury Estate 31/2 miles 5 Bradford on Avon and Avoncliff 3 miles 6 Morgan's Hill and the Wansdyke 51/2 miles 7 Roundway Down 5 miles 8 Ancient Avebury 6 miles 9 Ogbourne St Andrew 5 miles 10 Milk Hill and Adam's Grave 31/2 miles 11 Savernake Forest 31/2 miles 12 Great Bedwyn and Crofton 51/2 miles 13 West Lavington and Salisbury Plain 6 miles 14 Corton and Great Ridge Wood 7 miles 15 The Stonehenge Estate 5 miles 16 The Stourhead Estate 5 miles 17 Great Wishford and Grovely Wood 5 miles 18 Coombe Bissett 5 miles 19 Broad Chalke 61/2 miles 20 Tollard Royal and Cranborne Chase 6 miles

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Book SynopsisA collection of circular walks covering historic and 'best kept' villages such as Eynsford and Lamberhurst; Lympne with its cliffs and sweeping vistas; Upnor on the River Medway; the fairy-tale sight of Leeds Castle; Appledore and its ancient port; Georgian Deal with its windy streets and an excellent micropub. The book offers 20 wonderful outings in glorious countryside through the Garden of England.Table of ContentsIntroduction; The Walks: 1 High Elms: The Rose and Crown (2 miles) 2 Eynsford: The Plough Inn (3 miles) 3 Penshurst: The Bottle House Inn (31/2 miles) 4 Godden Green: The Bucks Head (41/2 miles) 5 Kemsing: The Bell (4 miles) 6 Upnor: The Kings Arms (4 miles) 7 Lamberhurst: The Elephants Head (21/2 miles) 8 East Farleigh: The Bull (3 miles) 9 Sissinghurst: The Milk House (3 miles) 10 Oare: The Three Mariners (41/2 miles) 11 Leeds Castle: The Park Gate Inn (3 miles) 12 Charing: The Bowl Inn (3 miles) 13 Appledore: The Ferry Inn (7 miles) 14 Lympne: The Botolphs Bridge Inn (5 miles) 15 Whitstable: The Old Neptune (2 miles) 16 Reculver: The King Ethelbert Inn (41/2 miles) 17 Fordwich: The Fordwich Arms (3 miles) 18 Bishopsbourne: The Mermaid Inn (2 miles) 19 Capel-Le-Ferne: The Lighthouse Inn (4 miles) 20 Deal: The Just Reproach (41/2 miles)

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Book SynopsisThis collection of 20 tried-and-tested circular walks has been written specifically for dogs and their owners, allowing for maximum off-lead time. These routes, covering every corner of the Surrey Hills, will allow you to explore somewhere new, safe in the knowledge that the surroundings will be suitable for your dog. The hills stretch from the county border with Kent almost to Hampshire and were officially designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in 1958. Explore Leith Hill, Box Hill and the Devil's Punch Bowl as well as the extensive footpaths and tracks including the famous North Downs Way, Greensand Way and the ancient Pilgrims Way. There are many open commons and rolling hillsides, dotted with rural pubs, market towns and villages, rich in wildlife and woodland, making the Surrey Hills an ideal place to walk your dog. All the walks include details of: * Distance and terrain * Details of livestock and stiles * Recommended dog-friendly pubs and cafes * Numbered route directions * Points of interest along the way * Contact details for the nearest vets David and Hilary Staines are the authors of many popular dog walking guides, including Kent: A Dog Walker's Guide and East Sussex: A Dog Walker's Guide.Table of ContentsIntroduction Advice for Dog Walkers WALKS: 1. Abinger Hammer & Friday Street (4.5 miles / 7.2 km or 5.5 miles / 8.9 km) 2. Alfold (6 miles / 9.7 km) 3. Banstead Woods (2.5 miles / 4 km) 4. Box Hill (4.5 miles / 7.2 km) 5. Chinthurst Hill (1.5 miles / 2.4 km) 6. Devils Punch Bowl (2.5 miles / 4 km) 7. Farnham (2 miles / 4 km) 8. Newlands Corner & St Martha's Hill (4 miles / 6.4 km) 9. Holmbury Hill (2.5 miles / 4 km) 10. Leith Hill (2.5 miles / 4 km) 11. Limpsfield Chart (2.5 miles / 4 km) 12. Loseley Park (4 miles / 6.4 km) 13. Polesden Lacey (4 .5 miles / 7.2 km) 14. Ranmore (2.5 miles / 4 km) 15. Reigate & Gatton (3 miles / 4.5 km) 16. Shamley Green (5 miles / 8 km or 8 miles / 12.8 km) 17. Tatsfield (2.5 miles / 4 km) 18. Titsey (4 miles / 6.4 km) 19. Waverley Abbey (3.5 miles / 5.6 km) 20. Woldingham (3 miles / 4.5 km)

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Book SynopsisDiscover Norfolk's beautiful countryside with this guide to some of the best walks in the county. The 20 circular routes vary in length from 2 to 6 miles and are centred on a broad variety of pubs, all recommended for their good food and warm welcome. Explore miles of unspoilt golden sand along the North Norfolk Heritage Coast around Holme-next-the-Sea and Weybourne, the heathland around Great Hockham, and the wild marshes around Brancaster and Cley, perfect for spotting wintering and migrating birds. Along the way you'll uncover the rural pathways, fields, meadows, quiet lanes and waterways that make Norfolk the perfect walking county.Table of ContentsCONTENTS Introduction THE WALKS 1. Holme-next-the-Sea (31/2 miles) 2. Great Massingham (31/2 miles) 3. Castle Acre (51/2 miles) 4. Shouldham (41/2 miles) 5. Oxborough (31/4 miles) 6. Denver (21/4 miles) 7. Brancaster (4 miles) 8. Little Walsingham (4 miles) 9. Great Hockman (41/4 miles) 10. Cley-next-the-Sea (31/2 miles) 11. Weybourne (41/4 miles) 12. Reepham (41/4 miles) 13. Ringland (21/2 miles) 14. Burston (33/4 miles) 15. Blickling (31/2 miles) 16. Southrepps (53/4 miles) 17. East Ruston (31/4 miles) 18. Ludham (51/2 miles) 19. Reedham (33/4 miles) 20. Rockland St Mary (5 miles)

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Book SynopsisDiscover the beautiful countryside of Essex with this pocket-sized guide to some of the best circular walks in the county. There are 20 routes here, varying in length from 11/2 to 5 miles. Each walk includes a recommended local pub, cafe or restaurant, all of which are known for their good food and warm welcome. Explore the salt marshes of nature reserves Tollesbury Wick, RSPB Rainham Marshes and RSPB Wallasea Island; parkland around the estates of Audley End, Langleys at Great Waltham and Hylands; water meadows along the River Colne and the valley of the River Stour made famous by artist John Constable; the pretty villages of Bartlow, Castle Hedingham and Matching; and the wild countryside and sea views of the Naze. Along the way you'll uncover rugged countryside, tranquil woodland, historic villages, castles, rivers and seashore, not to mention the spectacular views that make Essex such a great place for walking.Table of Contents1 Saffron Walden & Audley End 4 miles 2 Bartlow Hills 4 miles 3 Stansted Mountfitchet 5 miles 4 Thaxted & Cutlers Green 4 miles 5 Castle Hedingham 4 miles 6 Dedham 23/4 miles 7 Colchester 21/2 miles 8 The Naze 4 or 5 miles 9 Great Notley Country Park 33/4 miles 10 Matching Tye 41/4 miles 11 Great Waltham 4 or 41/2 miles 12 Langford & the Beeleigh Falls 4 miles 13 Tollesbury Wick 51/2 miles 14 Waltham Abbey 51/2 miles 15 Epping Forest 3 miles 16 Weald Country Park 21/2 miles 17 RSPB Rainham Marshes 1 1/2 or 2 miles 18 Hylands Estate 2 miles 19 Two Tree Island 21/4 miles 20 RSPB Wallasea Island 21/4 miles

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Book SynopsisA guide to some of the best walking routes in the region, with lucid descriptions and additional information to enhance the walkers' enjoyment and appreciation of the place. Each route, prefaced with a quick-reference summary, is illustrated with a clear sketch map.

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Book SynopsisThe Kerry Way is Ireland’s longest waymarked trail and one of the most popular. Looping around the Iveragh Peninsula, it follows narrow country roads, forest paths, abandoned coach roads and mass paths, national park land and farmland. This clear and lively guide gives the prospective wayfarer enough information to plan and enjoy every step. It offers a detailed description of the trail plus lively asides on geology, history, folklore, settlement, flora and fauna. Above all, this guide will keep the reader from getting lost. The trail description is broken down into sections from the first step out of Killarney, through the high passes in the MacGillycuddy’s Reeks, into the splendour of the Ring of Kerry, and back to Killarney. This guidebook is a light, lively guide to this 200km walk, with enough guidance, cultural background and natural history to ensure the user stays on trackto arrive at their car, hostel or B&B. Also available: 'Killarney to Valentia Island – The Iveragh Peninsula: A Walking Guide' and 'The Dingle Peninsula: A Walking Guide'Trade Review"Impressed by the clarity and detail." * Irish Mountain Log *

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Book SynopsisScrambling is a hands-on sport and without the stop-start of rock climbing, the joy of it can be appreciated more freely. Here, Alan Tees guides mountaineers to exhilarating scrambles in some of the most beautiful parts of the country. All abilities are catered for in these graded routes, from straightforward scrambles to serious routes where the ability to abseil is required. Each route is described concisely and simply so you can keep your head up to enjoy the stunning surroundings. Clear maps and photos showing the ascent line complement descriptions that include historical trivia and all the necessary information: grid references, time and equipment needed, height gain, OS map references, directions and what to expect as you climb. Visiting these invigorating places is an adventure in its own right, but reaching them by scrambling adds to the euphoria of experiencing a rarely visited place.Trade ReviewIf it's euphoria you're after ... try a few of these routes. -- Dan MacCarthy * Irish Examiner *It is perhaps the diversity of the locations described throughout the guide that makes this a unique publication and a great addition to any Irish hillgoer's library. * Irish Mountain Log *

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Book SynopsisThe revised edition of the classic cycling guide by Harold Briercliffe of 1949. Used as the inspiration for the Britain by Bike television series and a vital part of the award-winning Britain by Bike book by Jane Eastoe, the original book is reproduced along with suggested cycling routes in the Central England region for today's cyclists. Harold Briercliffe was the Alfred Wainwright of cycling and his books provide great insight into cycling in various parts of the UK in the 1940s. Harold's fascinating description of the towns, villages and roads of Britain at the time is a joy for all those who love these isles and especially for cyclists looking for inspiration. Many roads have changed over the decades and are now too busy for enjoyable cycling, so Mark Jarman, along with Sustrans, have made suggestions for alternative routes in the region for today's cyclists. The book includes the original photographs taken by Harold Briercliffe and the original illustrations. The Cycling Touring Guide: Central England covers cycle routes in the Peak District, Cheshire and north Shropshire, East of the Pennines, the Midlands, the Malverns, the Wye Valley, the Forest of Dean and various routes north of London. The cycle routes vary in length from half day and day-long trips to weekend and week-long tours.

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Book SynopsisA resource book covering the finest walks, treks and climbs in the High Pyrenees for 400km between France and Spain, from the Cirque de Lescun, on the edge of the Basque country in the west, to the Carlit massif and the Cerdagne to the east of Andorra. The book is divided into five regional chapters: the Western Valleys; Cirques and Canyons; the Central Pyrenees; Enchanted Mountains; and Andorra and the Eastern High Pyrenees. Intended as a resource book for those planning a range of mountain activities in the Pyrenees, the guide describes each area valley by valley, and provides information on access and accommodation, as well as recommended maps and guidebooks. Unlike a conventional walking book, detailed route descriptions are not included; the guide does, however, direct the reader to the finest walks, treks and climbs in the area and provide an outline of specially selected routes. An extensive introduction gives all the practical advice and information needed for planning a trip. It offers a background to the mountains and their exploration, and provides a snapshot of the range with sections that help the reader focus on specific areas of activity, and suggests where best to exercise that activity.Table of ContentsCHAPTER 1: The Western Valleys 1:1 Vall#xe9;e d'Aspe 1:2 The Cirque de Lescun 1:3 Upper Vall#xe9;e d'Aspe 1:4 Valle del Aragón (Valle de Canfranc) 1:5 Valle de Echo 1:6 Valle de Ansó 1:7 Vall#xe9;e d'Ossau 1:8 Vall#xe9;e du Valentin 1:9 The Upper Vall#xe9;e d'Ossau 1:10 Valle de Tena Access, Bases, Maps and Guides CHAPTER 2: Cirques and Canyons 2:1 Vall#xe9;e du Gave de Pau 2:2 Vall#xe9;e d'Estaing 2:3 Vall#xe9;e d'Arrens 2:4 Vall#xe9;e de Cauterets 2:5 Vall#xe9;e du Marcadau 2:6 Vall#xe9;e de Gaube 2:7 Vall#xe9;e de Lutour 2:8 Vall#xe9;e de Bastan 2:9 In and around the N#xe9;ouvielle reserve 2:10 Vall#xe9;e de H#xe9;as 2:11 Cirque de Gavarnie 2:12 Valle del Ara 2:13 Valle de Ordesa 2:14 Valle de Añisclo 2:15 Valle de Tella 2:16 Valle de Pineta 2:17 Valle de Barrosa Access, Bases, Maps and Guides CHAPTER 3: The Central Pyrenees 3:1 Vall#xe9;e d'Aure 3:2 Vall#xe9;e du Louron 3:3 Vall#xe9;e d'Oô 3:4 Vall#xe9;e de la Pique 3:5 Valle de Gistaín 3:6 Valle del Ésera 3:7 Valle de Eriste 3:8 Valle de Estós 3:9 Vallhiverna 3:10 Upper Ésera Access, Bases, Maps and Guides CHAPTER 4: Enchanted Mountains 4:1 Pays de Couserans 4:2 Vall#xe9;e du Biros 4:3 Vall#xe9;e de Bethmale 4:4 Upper Vall#xe9;e du Salat 4:5 Vall#xe9;e d'Ustou 4:6 Vall#xe9;e du Garbet 4:7 Vall d'Aran 4:8 Vall Noguera Ribagorçana 4:9 Vall de Boí 4:10 Vall Fosca 4:11 Vall d'Espot 4:12 Vall d'Àneu 4:13 Vall de Cardós 4:14 Vall Ferrera Access, Bases, Maps and Guides CHAPTER 5: Andorra and the Eastern High Pyrenees 5:1 Vall#xe9;e du Vicdessos 5:2 Haute Vall#xe9;e de l'Ari#xe8;ge 5:3 Andorra 5:4 Vall#xe9;e d'Orlu 5:5 The Carlit Massif 5:6 The Cerdagne 5:7 Vall de Núria Access, Bases, Maps and Guides

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 32 day walks and one multi-day trek across the Ardennes region. Exploring the beautiful scenery of southeastern Belgium and venturing across the border into Luxembourg and France, the walks are suitable for beginner and experienced walkers alike. Day walks range from 2 to 24km (1–15 miles) and can be enjoyed in 1–8 hours. The Sentier du Nord trek (part of the GR57 long-distance trail) from Weiswampach to Diekirch is described in 6 stages covering 68km (42 miles). 1:50,000 maps are included for each walk Detailed information on planning, refreshments and public transport Highlights include Bouillon and its castle Table of ContentsMap key Overview maps Introduction Geography Geology World War II and the Ardennes Plants and wildlife Food and drink Early guides to the Ardennes Scope of this guide Getting there When to visit Accommodation Money Health and safety What to take Maps Waymarking Communications The RAVeL network Using this guide 1 Bouillon and the River Semois Walk 1 Bouillon to Sedan Walk 2 Corbion, Cr#xea;tes de Frahan, Rochehaut and Corbion Walk 3 Bouillon to Poupehan and back Walk 4 Vresse and Membre Walk 5 Bohan and the French frontier Walk 6 Dohan and the Semois Walk 7 L'Abbaye Notre-Dame d'Orval Walk 8 Herbeumont: Viaduct and ch#xe2;teau Walk 9 Herbeumont: Mortehan, viaduct and the ch#xe2;teau Walk 10 La Ramonette Walk 11 The Belv#xe9;d#xe8;re Walk 12 Arboretum and patriots' memorial 2 Spa Walk 13 Solwaster and the Statte stream Walk 14 Fagne de Malchamps Walk 15 Ch#xe2;teau de Franchimont Walk 16 L'Étang de Chawion and Lac de Warfaaz 3 Hautes Fagnes, Malm#xe9;dy and Stavelot Walk 17 An excursion in the Hautes Fagnes Walk 18 Kaiser Karl's Bettstatt Walk 19 Cascade and canyon Walk 20 Ch#xe2;teau de Reinhardstein Walk 21 Stavelot, Coo and Trois Ponts triangle 4 Dinant, the Meuse and the Lesse Walk 22 The Meuse and the Lesse Walk 23 Gendron-Celles station to Houyet along the Lesse Walk 24 Le Parc de Furfooz Walk 25 Ch#xe2;teau de Walzin Walk 26 Belvaux and the Bois de Niau Walk 27 Han-sur-Lesse and Rochefort Walk 28 Ch#xe2;teau de Montaigle 5 La Roche-en-Ardenne Walk 29 Maboge, Borz#xe9;e and the ridges above the Ourthe Walk 30 The Celtic fort Walk 31 Circuit of the Lac des Deux Ourthes Walk 32 La Roche, Cielle and Le Grand Bois 6 Luxembourg Walk 33 The Sentier du Nord Stage 1 Weiswampach to Troisvierges Stage 2 Troisvierges to Clervaux Stage 3 Clervaux to Drauffelt Stage 4 Drauffelt to Kautenbach Stage 5 Kautenbach to Goebelsmühle Stage 6 Goebelsmühle to Diekirch Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Useful websites

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Book SynopsisGuidebook to 35 full and half day mountain biking routes in Slovenia. The graded routes, which range from technically not difficult but requiring a reasonable level of fitness to highly technical, requiring a high level of fitness and confident bike handling skills, vary in length from 12km to 59km. Routes are located in Gorenjska, Soca Valley, the South, as well as Central and North Eastern Slovenia. Full route descriptions are accompanied by gradient profiles and 1:75,000 mapping, together with practical information such as getting to and around Slovenia, travelling with the bike, arranging accommodation and dealing with emergency situations. A handy Slovenian language glossary is also included. Showcasing a remarkably diverse landscape, Slovenia is an idyllic mountain biking destination. From the towering peaks of Gorenjska and the stunning riverside trails of the Soca Valley to the tremendous limestone caves of the Karst region and the forests of the Nanos plateau in the country's south, there is endless opportunity for tough climbs, long descents and technical trails - as well as slow, scenic trips lakeside and through vineyard-laced landscapes - making it a perfect travel destination for the avid mountain biker.Table of ContentsEmergencies Map key Overview map Route summary table Introduction Getting there Getting around When to go Accommodation Food and drink Langauge Money Equipment Waymarking Maps Emergency situations Using this guide Gorenjska Route 1 The high alpine at Uskovnica Route 2 In the foothills of Črna Prst Route 3 Across the Jelovica Plateau Route 4 To the Crone's Tooth Route 5 Grahovše circular Route 6 Lake and mountain Route 7 The three borders route Route 8 Kranjska Gora circular The Soča Valley Route 9 Kobarid and the River Soča Route 10 Stol epic Route 11 Kobarid and the River Nadiža Route 12 Stol and the long descent Route 13 Planina Razor Route 14 Most na Soči Široko Route 15 The war memorial at Trnovo Route 16 The dark forests of Trnovo The south Route 17 The industrial heritage of Črni Vrh Route 18 Javornik Route 19 Vineyards and sunshine Route 20 Komen and its surrounds Route 21 Postojna classic Route 22 Caves, springs and forests Route 23 Lake Cerknica circular Route 24 The Partisans' forest Route 25 Spas and forests Central and north-eastern Route 26 Velika Planina Route 27 Menina Planina Route 28 Black pudding Route 29 The churches of Čreta Route 30 The nature reserve of Pohorje Route 31 Maribor and its surroundings Route 32 The Maribor downhill park Route 33 The Najevnik Linden Tree Route 34 The three valleys route Route 35 Peca Appendices Appendix A Slovenian language Appendix B Accommodation Normal 0 false false false EN-GB JA X-NONE /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0cm; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:Courier;} Appendix C Useful information

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Book SynopsisGuidebook to the Way of the Roses, a 170-mile coast-to-coast cycle route across Lancashire and Yorkshire. The three-day journey (alternative two, four and five day itineraries are also outlined) begins in Morecambe and finishes in Bridlington, linking scenic country lanes, minor roads and traffic-free cycle paths. Six excellent day rides, located in the vicinity of the main route, are also described. Clear and concise route description is accompanied by 1:100K mapping and gradient profiles, guaranteeing problem-free navigating. Also included is handy advice on practicalities such as preparation, equipment, accommodation and travel logistics to and from the start and finish of the route. A challenge within the reach of cyclists of all abilities and a satisfying traverse across country, the Way of the Roses takes in idyllic villages such as Burnsall, Pocklington and Settle, castles and cathedrals including York, Ripon abbey and prehistoric sites, along with stunning natural features such as the Three Peaks, Brimham Rocks and Flamborough Head.Table of ContentsMap key Overview map and profile Route summary tables Introduction Why do the Way of the Roses? How tough is it? Logistics - getting there and back How many days? Cycling the route east to west Where to stay What kind of bike? Equipment What to wear Maps and apps Signage Cycling dos and don'ts What's in a name? Cycling in Roses country Using this guide The Way of the Roses The three-day ride Day 1 Morecambe to Burnsall Day 2 Burnsall to York Day 3 York to Bridlington Day rides Route 1 Arnside and Silverdale tour Route 2 The Way of the Dales Route 3 Brontë country and the dark satanic hills Route 4 Otley and Knaresborough round Route 5 Around the Wolds in a day Route 6 Bridlington to Scarborough extension Appendix A Accommodation Appendix B Useful contacts

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 70 graded walks and treks in Germany’s Bavarian Alps. Exploring the beautiful scenery of the German-Austrian border between Lake Constance and Berchtesgaden, the routes are suitable for all abilities and are perfect for walking April through October. The day walks range from 7-22km (4-13 miles) and can be enjoyed in 3-11 hours. The multi-day treks cover 27-400km (17-249 miles) and include the red and purple trails on the Bavarian section of the Via Alpina. 1:100:000 maps are included for each route GPX files available to download Detailed information on planning, accommodation and amenities Highlights include Germany's largest ice cave (Schellenberg) and its highest mountain, the Zugspitze Information given on local culture and wildlife Table of ContentsOverview map Map key Preface Introduction History Culture Plants and wildlife Getting there Getting around Accommodation Mountain huts Climate Clothing and equipment Safety in the mountains Food and drink Language Expenses Using this guide Maps Part I The Allgäu Alps Walk 1 The Nagelfluhkette: a ridge walk between the Mittagberg and Stuiben Walk 2 Over the Großer Ochsenkopf to Riedberger Horn Walk 3 A ridge walk between Sonnenkopf and Falken Alpe Walk 4 The Rubihorn Walk 5 Edmund-Probst-Haus to the Oytal Walk 6 Prinz-Luitpold-Haus to Landsberger Hut/Tannheim Walk 7 Gerstruben Walk 8 From the Gerstrubental to the Oytal Valley walks from Oberstdorf Walk 9 Kanzelwandbahn to Fellhorn and Söllereck Walk 10 Fiderepass Hut Walk 11 Gottesacker Plateau Walk 12 Around the Großer Widderstein Walk 13 Tannheim to Vilsalpsee Walk 14 Tannheimer Höhenweg: Füssener Jöchl to Bad Kissinger Hut Part II The Ammergau Alps Walk 15 Kalvarienberg Walk 16 A walk above Hohenschwangau Walk 17 Bad Kohlgrub to Oberammergau Walk 18 Over the Laberjoch to Ettal Walk 19 The Kofel Walk 20 Along the Sonnenberggrat to August-Schuster-Haus and Linderhof Walk 21 The Notkarspitze Part III The Wetterstein, Ester and Walchensee Mountains Walk 22 Wank, Esterberg Alm and Gams Hut Walk 23 Partenkirchen to the Krottenkopf Walk 24 Wamberg, Berggasthof Eckbauer and the Partnachklamm Walk 25 Schachen Haus and the Königs Haus Walk 26 Schachenhaus/Meiler Hut to Leutasch Walk 27 The Zugspitze Walk 28 Kreuzeck, Knappenhäuser and the Höllentalklamm Valley walk from Garmisch-Partenkirchen Walk 29 Soiern Haus, Schöttelkarspitze and Seinskopf Walk 30 Hochland Hut and Wörnersattel Walk 31 Kranzberg, Grünkopf and Ederkanzel Walk 32 The Brunnsteinspitze Valley walks from Mittenwald Walk 33 Herzogstand and Heimgarten Walk 34 The Jochberg Part IV The Tegernsee and Schliersee Mountains Walk 35 Brauneck, Achselköpfe and Benediktenwand Walk 36 The Seekarkreuz Valley walk from Lenggries Walk 37 Above Tegernsee Walk 38 Wallberg and Risserkogel Walk 39 Wildbad Kreuth to the Schildenstein Walk 40 The Blauberge Walk 41 The Roßstein Walk 42 The Wendelstein Walk 43 The Breitenstein Walk 44 Taubensteinbahn to Soinsee and Taubenstein Haus Walk 45 Jägerkamp, Taubenstein and Taubenstein Haus Walk 46 Tatzlwurm to Brünnstein and Tatzlwurm Valley walks from Bayrischzell Part V The Chiemgau Alps Walk 47 From the Kampenwand to the Geigelstein Walk 48 Marquartstein to the Hochgern Valley walk from Marquartstein Walk 49 To Hindenburg Hut, Straubinger Haus and the Fellhorn Walk 50 Winklmoos Alm and Dürrnbachhorn Walk 51 Winklmoos Alm to the Kammerköhr (Steinplatte) Walk 52 The Hochfelln Walk 53 The Rauschberg Walk 54 From Inzell-Adlgaß to the Zwiesel Walk 55 Around the Inzeller Kienberg Valley walks from Ruhpolding and Inzell Part VI The Berchtesgaden Alps Walk 56 The Lattengebirge (Predigtstuhl) Valley walk from Bad Reichenhall Walk 57 To the alm meadows above Ramsau Walk 58 The Reiteralpe massif: Hintersee to Neue Traunsteiner Hut Walk 59 The Hochkalter massif: Ramsau to Blaueis Hut Walk 60 Wimbachklamm, Wimbachtal and Wimbachgries Hut Walk 61 Kühroint Alm and Watzmann Haus Valley walks from Ramsau Walk 62 The Untersberg massif Walk 63 Schellenberg Ice Cave Walk 64 The Almbachklamm Walk 65 Kehlstein: the Eagle's Nest Walk 66 Jenner Walk 67 The Hagengebirge above Königssee Walk 68 A three-day hike through Berchtesgaden National Park Part VII Multi-Day Tours: The Via Alpina Walk 69 Via Alpina: the Bavarian section of the Purple Trail Walk 70 Via Alpina: the Bavarian section of the Red Trail Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Further reading Appendix C Alpine hut accommodation Appendix D Useful addresses Appendix E Glossary

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Book SynopsisThe go-to Bernese Oberland travel guide for discovering the best walks and car tours. Strap on your boots and discover Bernese Oberland on foot with the Sunflower Bernese Oberland travel guide. And on the days when your feet may have had enough, enjoy some spectacular scenery on one of our legendary car tours or train tours. The Sunflower Bernese Oberland guide is indispensable for hiking in Bernese Oberland or seeing Bernese Oberland by car. Although a car is the best way to explore much of the Oberland and Valais, Switzerland boasts the world’s best public transport system. You can see a vast majority of its mountain landscapes by public transport. There are many suggested train tours in the guide. But where trains don’t go, buses will – even to remote valleys and hamlets. Switzerland is a hiker’s paradise (you would expect nothing less of a country which has an article in its constitution regulating the responsibilities of those who maintain the thousands of kilometres of hiking paths!). Mountain huts and comfortable hotels sit atop summits reached by spectacular train or cable car rides, but there is still plenty of space where you will hardly meet a soul. The author, who lives in the area and has written several guides for walkers, caters for all abilities – from gentle strolls through the wine villages of the Valais to more strenuous hikes beside the north face of the Eiger or alongside the largest glacier in the Alps. Information ‘boxes’ add interest to the book – whether describing grape varieties and harvesting methods or the engineering feats of the country’s dams and irrigation channels. There are three main car tours, with dozens of side excursions. A map accompanies each car tour, but there are also two pull-out touring maps covering the whole of western Switzerland.) Of course, there are many suggestions for train, funicular and cable car rides, as well as 75 long and short walks (some of which are specially tailored to motorists). All the main walks are illustrated with 1:50,000 topo maps and free GPS tracks are available from this website. Whatever your age or ability we’ve got some glorious walks and car tours to ensure you have a memorable holiday in this beautiful corner of Switzerland. Inside the Sunflower Bernese Oberland guide book you’ll find: 75 long and short walks for all ages and abilities – each walk is graded so you can easily match your ability to the level of walk Topographical walking maps – give you a clear sense of the surrounding terrain Free downloadable gps tracks – for the techies Satnav guidance to walk starts for motorists 6 car tours and fold-out touring map – for easy reference on your tour Strolls to idyllic picnic spots – enjoy our recommendations for where to picnic along the way Timetables for public transport – ideal if you want to link two walks or avoid hiring a car on your holiday Online update service for the latest information Whether you tour the region by car, train or explore on foot, we look forward to showing you around.

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Book SynopsisPocket-sized, full-colour guide to Rhodes, ideal for an active short break; Rhodes Sunflower Walk and Eat pocket guide is designed to add another dimension to your walking holiday in Rhodes. It’s ideal if you want an easy stroll or a longer walk and is also suitable if you just want recommendations for things to do in Rhodes and restaurants in Rhodes; Whether you fly out for a weekend, week or a fortnight, with this book you’ll have in your hand enough walks, excursions, restaurants and recipes to last throughout — so you can choose the most appealing. For each suggested restaurant there is a photograph of the décor and one of their dishes, plus sample menu, price guide, opening times and a recipe for one of their specialities. All recipes have been tried, tested and enjoyed by the authors so we think you’ll enjoy them too!; In Rhodes Sunflower Walk and Eat guide you’ll find - Detailed, easy-to-follow descriptions of fairly straightforward walks with large-scale maps; Excursions to Líndos and Kastellórizo, suitable for all holidaymakers; Recommended restaurants en route serving local dishes with sample menus included; Essential holiday information including planning your trip, logistics on arrival, local markets and specialities, glossary of local food terms and a restaurant mini-vocabulary; Advice on natural local foods suitable for those with food intolerances; Street map of Rhodes Town and a very large-scale plan of Rhodes Old Town, information on Rhodian wines, markets and regional produce for those who are self-catering as well as free downloadable GPS track.

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Book SynopsisCulture Smart guides help travellers have a more meaningful and successful time abroad through a better understanding of the local culture. Chapters on values, attitudes, customs, and daily life will help you make the most of your visit, while tips on etiquette and communication will help you navigate unfamiliar situations and avoid faux pas.Trade ReviewCulture Smart! has come to the rescue of hapless travellers...' Sunday Times Travel, ' the perfect introduction to the weird, wonderful and downright odd quirks and customs of various countries.' Global Travel, ' full of fascinating, as well as common sense, tips to help you avoid embarrassing faux pas.' Observer, ' as useful as they are entertaining.' Easy Jet Magazine, ' offer glimpses into the psyche of a faraway world.' New York TimesTable of ContentsBrief History Politics - Economic Life Traditions - Friendships & Family Relationships Bureaucracy Religion Humour - Local Holidays Taboos Invitations Gifts Dress - Business etiquette - Punctuality & Appointments - Team working Communication Negotiating - Women in Society Tips - Eating Out - Traditional Food - Dos and Don t - Making Friends

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Book SynopsisCulture Smart guides help travellers have a more meaningful and successful time abroad through a better understanding of the local culture. Chapters on values, attitudes, customs, and daily life will help you make the most of your visit, while tips on etiquette and communication will help you navigate unfamiliar situations and avoid faux pas.Trade ReviewCulture Smart! has come to the rescue of hapless travellers...' Sunday Times Travel, ' the perfect introduction to the weird, wonderful and downright odd quirks and customs of various countries.' Global Travel, ' full of fascinating, as well as common sense, tips to help you avoid embarrassing faux pas.' Observer, ' as useful as they are entertaining.' Easy Jet Magazine, ' offer glimpses into the psyche of a faraway world.' New York TimesTable of ContentsBrief History Politics - Economic Life Traditions - Friendships & Family Relationships Bureaucracy Religion Humour - Local Holidays Taboos Invitations Gifts Dress - Business etiquette - Punctuality & Appointments - Team working Communication Negotiating - Women in Society Tips - Eating Out - Traditional Food - Dos and Don t - Making Friends

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Book SynopsisLet us take you around a village where time has stood still for over 500 years seen through the eyes of artist Paul Snowdon as he leads you around the village with words on the history and sketches of what you can see. Famous the world over Castle Combe has been voted "the prettiest village in England". This South Cotswold village has retained its heritage from the 15th century, giving an insight into village life from that time. Built during the Cotswold Cloth Boom this village has changed very little since it's medieval hayday. Read on and come with us on an illustrated walk of Castle combe another great book from the Cotswold Publishers Reardon Publishing.

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Book SynopsisThe tales in this collection present a uniqu e portrait of the United States through the eyes of a host o f renowned travellers that includes Bill Bryson, Jim Harriso n, E. Annie Proulx and Jan Morris. '

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Book SynopsisBook Lovers' London is an established guide to all things literary in London with reviews of all the bookshops selling new books as well as second-hand and antiquarian bookshops, book dealers, libraries, book fairs, auctions, markets and much more.

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Book SynopsisExplore the riches of London's historic gardens as well as the city's most exciting contemporary gardens and meet the people who tend them. Uncover a world of intrepid guerrilla gardeners and vibrant community initiatives, of soothing therapeutic gardens, and roof gardens that thrive high above street level. There's coverage of London's world-famous RHS flower shows too, as well as its ever-popular Open Garden Squares Weekend, and a hand-picked selection of remarkable private gardens that open for the National Gardens Scheme.Trade Review"What a great book. Having gardened in London all my life it feels as if it’s been written just for me. I thought I knew all the best gardening places but there are quite a few I hadn’t discovered till now and will have to check out.” Joe Swift, garden designer

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Book SynopsisThe Lake District is to leisure walking what Vienna is to the waltz, Venice to canalization, Bletchley to code-breaking, Chicago to the blues, and Dublin to the brewing of porter. None of these places invented the related pursuit, but in each the activity was honed to a fine art. With superb lakes carved into spectacularly sculpted valleys, long rugged ridges blessed with imposing panoramas, jagged crags dangling from grand peaks, sweeping dales cradling remote hamlets, and barren fells tonsured with arcane henges and ancient ruins, the Lake District has everything the dedicated wilderness seeker could desire. All 37 walking routes include: walking route summary, ratings for Effort Time Distance Ascents/Descents Refreshments and Vertigo risk, fully detailed walk description including frequent timings to aid navigation and check your progress, GPS waypoints at every key point on every route, full colour 1:40,000 scale Ordnance Survey licenced mapping for each route, short walk and stroll alternatives Synopsis Including GPS Waypoint lists and a Place Name Index, this 160-page colour book contains walking routes within the Lake District South region. Wire-O spiral binding allows it to lay flat and be folded back on itself without damage. It features: route summary of exertion rating; refreshments rating; time, distance, ascents/descents; and more.Trade ReviewNew Perspective on an Old Friend, 10 Jan 2006 The Lake District is such well known walking country that it must be difficult to find something new to write about it. Charles Davis has accomplished this in confident style, covering the southern Lake District from Wast Water in the west to Haweswater in the east. His selection of classic high level summit ascents and ridge walks is well chosen and includes some old friends of mine - the best of south Lake District high level fell walking. But he also has an eye for walks over quieter, lower fells and through Lakeland's beautiful wooded valleys such as Dunnerdale. In rushing to the high summits I have often neglected these, I suspect like many others, and this guide will be an indispensable companion for future exploration. I am impressed with the new Discovery Walking Guides series, brightly presented in a modern style and including innovations such as colour printing and photography (some excellent photographs in this book), new Right to Roam OS mapping and GPS navigation information. They are easy to use on the fells, fitting conveniently into a rucksack or trouser pocket or map case. Bo Reda - Wales Walk! The Lake District South - something new at last, 23 Jan 2006 I have a shelf full of Lake District books but so many of them seem to have the same old routes, desribed in uninspiring terms, that I don't feel the urge to use them. Walk! The Lake District South is fresh, and although it covers some old favourites, there are plenty of new ideas for routes.I love the style of the author - he informs yet entertains at the same time. You just want to get out there! I have done 3 routes so far and intend to do the lot. The maps are adapted from OS so are good and clear, overlaid with GPS tracks and waypoints - most reassuring. I would heartily recommend this book to all lovers of the Lake District.

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Book SynopsisBlue Guides: Complete Cultural Guides -- The first Blue Guide to include Rome and Florence in the same book as well as the medieval city states, towns and countryside in between. Full-colour throughout with detailed mapping and diagrams. A strong focus on art, history, architecture and, where relevant, archaeology with Illustrations to inform rather than to decorate. -- "Often plagiarised by other guide writers, Blue Guides have always been a gold standard for accuracy and depth" Daily Telegraph "Guide books in the grand tradition of thoroughness and objectivity" Georgia Review

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Book SynopsisThe guide retains the Blue Guides' traditional focus on history, culture and the arts, but explores the Marche in all its many ramifications: this is an area of stunning natural beauty, with national parks, abundant wildlife, caves and river gorges - not to mention exceptional food and wine. Eating and drinking is a major part of this guide and each chapter contains suggestions of places to eat and regional delicacies to sample. The Marche is also an important manufacturing region, with shoe-makers, hat-makers, violin-makers and lace-makers still plying age-old trades. Tips on where to shop for typical local products are also included.

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Book Synopsis'...the definitive guide to how, where, why and what to do on a cycle expedition...' Adventure Travel Magazine (UK) Every cyclist dreams of making the Big Trip, the Grand Cycle Tour abroad. Whether that's a two-week trip or a year-long journey, the Adventure Cycle-Touring Handbook is the comprehensive manual that will make that dream a reality. Riding across Asia, cycling in Africa or pedaling from Patagonia to Alaska, whether you're planning your own Big Trip or just enjoy reading about other people's adventures, the Handbook is guaranteed to illuminate, entertain and above all, inspire. This fully revised 3rd edition includes: PART 1 - Practical information *How to prepare for a long-distance trip*What to look for in a new bike with reviews of some of the world's best touring- and trekking-bikes*Adapting a standard bike for the Big Ride*Choosing components, equipment for the road and reviews of camping gear*Health precautions, inoculations, visas, money and safety PART 2 - Worldwide route outlines Across Europe, Asia, Australasia, North and South America and Africa; recommended routes within countries and overland. Everything from popular routes eg India's Leh-Manali Highway to lesser-known cycle-touring areas such as Mongolia. PART 3 - Tales from the Saddle Ten first-hand accounts of spoke-bending biking adventures worldwide. Introduction Why are so many people going bike touring these days? A minority pastime during the heyday of the car, cycling has once again become a popular choice for travellingespecially for long overseas trips. The first cycle-touring craze began in the 1870s. Then, as now, the bicycle offered a revolutionary way of touring: you go exactly where you want, when you want, and all under your own steam. This was before the age of the car and walking or riding a horse were the only other options until the bicycle. In 1885 the Rover Safety Bicycle came along, and for all the innovation since then, most modern touring bicycles would be recognizable to a Victorian, as would their derailleur gears. Bike touring is undergoing a boom at the moment but it is really one of many periodic rediscoveries. Bicycle design, components and gear are evolving to suit the changing needs and tastes of people. It's a combination of experimentation and using tried and tested designs, such as the 'diamond' frame of the Rover Safety Bicycle. The Adventure Cycle-Touring Handbook is all about looking at what people are choosing and using: what kind of bikes, what gear and what destinations are being chosen by today's bike tourers. There are many reasons for taking a bike on your next long trip. My own guess as to why bike touring is back in fashion is that many travellers get burned out by backpacking, which really amounts to travelling by bus and train for most of the time. Buses are certainly fast but they go from one noisy town to another, leaving little possibility of exploring the spaces in between, the places where the bus doesn't stop. Others use bikes to go even further off the beaten track: they want to go where buses don't go at all and perhaps where other vehicles cannot get to either. Paul Woloshansky built his own racks to carry extra gear after being told all too often: 'There's a prettier way to go but there's nothing out there at all.' Other adventurers, such as Sweden's Janne Corax (see p122), have said the same thing: there were times when there was no other way of getting to where they wanted to go. You couldn't get there on foot and you couldn't get there in a truck. It was possible only on a bicycle. Half the adventure, though, is in the riding itself. Being out in the fresh air and seeing much more than is possible from a bus or train window is always a good feeling, whether you are wandering around France or riding across India. A lot of today's cycle tourists are interested in the riding but not that interested in bikes. It's a means of transport and a way to carry bags comfortably, while sitting down and enjoying the view. Not everyone is drawn to the high passes of the Andes or the Himalaya but they are all enjoying that same sense of freedom and all that comes with itunexpected discoveries, off-route detours or an impromptu day off when you find a great place to stay. Trips like these are not as arduous as some expeditions but they are every bit as satisfyingand they are still adventures, for they allow for spontaneity. And if you are carrying a tent and camping gear, you're prepared for just about any eventuality because you've always got a place to spend the night. This book looks at the possibilities out there, the different styles of travelling and the basic gear and know-how that you need. We also look at some of the more exciting cycling destinations around the world, complete with suggestions as to which routes to take and what you need to plan a trip in that region. The Adventure Cycle-Touring Handbook does not set out to tell you exactly where to go: it's your adventure, after all. But it's good to have a general idea of a destination and what you're likely to find when you're there and this is what this book aims to do. In the final part of this book we include stories from all around the world, not just about the biking but also about the adventures cyclists had on their journeys. It's the old idea that a bike ride isn't just about the riding but also about the places you were able to get to and the people you got to meetand all because you decided to travel by bicycle.Trade Review'a real bible for adventure cyclists' Cycle magazine, CTC, December 2015/ January 2016; Review for previous edition: 'the definitive guide to how, where, why and what to do on a cycle expedition...' Adventure Travel Magazine.Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION (1) PART 1: PRACTICAL INFORMATIONWhat kind of bike? (Touring , MTB, Trekking, Tandem, Recumbent, Which frame material- steel or aluminum, Folding bikes), Buying new: Top ten internationally available bikes, Setting up your bike for the Big Ride (Wheels, Tires, Gears, Pedals, Saddle, Comfort, Seat position, Saddle position, Handlebars - type, adjustment, padding), Load carrying (Racks, Panniers, Trailers, Bar bag and other add-ons), Bike Equipment Checklist (Tools, Spares & Repairs), Clothing (Bike shorts, Footwear, General clothing suggestions & lists), Camping Gear (Tent, Bag & Mat, Stove, Filter), Other gear (bike computer, altimeter, GPS, headlights. Electronics & Communications), Health and ailments (Vaccinations, First Aid kit, bikers ailments, Stress & fatigue, Survival rules) (2) PART 2: TRANS-CONTINENTAL ROUTE OUTLINESEurope (France & Spain, Mediterranean route, Northern Europe, Danube, Alps. Eastern Europe), Asia (Overland - Central Asian route, Southern route (Turkey, Iran, Pakistan etc.), India, Central Asia, China & Tibet, Himalaya and Karakoram, SE Asia, Japan), North America (Classic routes, East to West, West coast, Great Divide MTB route, Baja California), Central & South America, Australasia (Gold Coast, Nullarbor & South coast, Biking NZ), Africa, Capetown to Mombassa (3) TALES FROM THE SADDLE10 new tales of contributors' adventures (4) APPENDICES (5) INDEX

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Book SynopsisEngland and Wales are brimming with them. Not the traditional honeypots we've all seen before, but extraordinary places with bizarre tales to tell. In his fascinating new book, Tony Francis, presenter and producer of ITV's much-loved series, Heart of the Country, gathers photographs and stories of 50 extraordinary villages he's visited.

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Book SynopsisBetween Edinurgh and Glasgow is an area resonant in romance, history and invention. The moors above Stirling and the carseland surrounding its magnificent castle set the scene for a number of landmark battles, while Falkirk played a leading role in Scotland's Industrial Revolution and is today the home of some of the country's most innovative and popular attractions. These 25 walks explore the picturesque places round Stirling and Falkirk, from the windswept drama of bare hills to the tranquill setting of canals, lochs, reservoirs and riversides.

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Book SynopsisA naturalist's account of the rich flora and wildlife encountered during an eight-day walk across the massif of Tymphi in Zagori, Greece.

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Book SynopsisTo see England properly, I recommend viewing it from the saddle..' A.F Tschiffely. Travelling through England, and doing it on horseback, is to rediscover both the romance of the countryside and man's relationship with both his environment and his horse. With twelve carefully crafted rides to choose from, from Dorset in the south west to Yorkshire in the north east, this specially photographed book will transport you back to a time before cars and tarmac roads, when life was simpler and slower. Escape down tracks that are carefully catalogued in the Domesday book, or past Thomas Hardy's cottage and great stately houses, through Cotswolds villages and along beaches. Each ride contains a comprehensive map detailed the route and telling you how long it will take, places to stay (that welcome horses), essential kit to take with you and places of interest to visit along the way. In short, an inspirational guide book for the enterprising (or armchair) traveller.

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Book SynopsisThis attractive and cleverly structured guide gives walkers ten of the finest walks to Lakeland pubs in a popular pocketable format. With clear information, an overview and introduction for each walk, expertly written numbered directions, large scale Ordnance Survey maps, superb, eye-grabbing panoramic photographs, and interpretation of points of interest along the way, these guides set a new standard in clarity and ease-of-use. Featured pubs include: Kirkstile Inn, Loweswater, Old Dungeon Ghyll, Langdale, Sun Inn, Coniston, Dog & Gun, Keswick, Three Shires, Little Langdale, Tweedies Bar, Grasmere, Mortal Man, Troubeck, Bridge Hotel, and Buttermere.

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Book SynopsisThe watery landscapes of Britain and Ireland’s peatlands are a dominant feature in our countryside. From the blanket bogs of the uplands to the lowland remnants they are among our most important natural assets, but only now are we beginning to appreciate their true value and the vital role they have to play in tackling climate change. In The Peatlands of Britain and Ireland, Clifton Bain has completed a journey around our most spectacular natural areas and unites his vast conservation experience with detailed accounts, maps, and strikingly beautiful imagery. With a selection of the most famous peatland sites ranging across the length and breadth of Britain and Ireland, this book is not only a celebration of conservation effort but also a reliable guide to some of our most remote wilderness, as well as the surprisingly accessible peatlands on our doorsteps.Trade Review‘For too long considered as wastelands, Clifton Bain puts the record straight regarding the beauty and value of Britain’s peatlands in this richly illustrated guide.’

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Book SynopsisA trip across Siberia on the longest continuous railway track in the world is undoubtedly the journey of a lifetime. It's also a convenient way to reach China, Mongolia or Japan. Tickets are not expensive or difficult to arrange. This acclaimed guide shows you how to organise a trip, where to get tickets, where to stay and what to see. *Practical information - planning your trip; what to take; getting to Russia from Europe, North America and Australasia*Kilometre-by-kilometre route guides covering the entire routes of the Trans-Siberian, Trans-Manchurian, Trans-Mongolian and Siberian BAM railways with 49 strip maps in English, Russian and Chinese: see where you are as you travel.*City guides and maps - the best sights, places to stay and restaurants for all budgets: Moscow, St Petersburg, Ulaan Baatar, Beijing and 32 towns in Siberia; plus Lake Baikal guide*Siberia and the railway - the detailed history of Siberia, the construction and the running of the railway today are of great interest not only to visitors but also to armchair travellers.*With 92 maps - plus timetables, fares, Russian & Chinese phrases*New 10th edition a new 16pp colour introduction and trip plannerTrade Review'These human-scale books, written and published by people who genuinely know and love their subject, are perfect for travel's post-pandemic recovery.' - The Guardian (UK), March 2021; For previous edition: 'The one I like best is the current edition of the Trans-Siberian Handbook by Bryn Thomas.' - Wanderlust; 'a great guide' - Wanderlust. First edition shortlisted for the Thomas Cook Travel and Guide Book Awards (UK) 'The best guidebook is Bryn Thomas's "Trans-Siberian Handbook"' The Independent (UK) 'Tells you everything you need to know' Cosmopolitan (UK) 'An invaluable guidebook' The Financial Times (UK) 'The Trans-Siberian Handbook ...is a must' The Sunday Times (UK) 'An invaluable travelling companion' Traveller (UK) 'Extensively updated'- Railway Gazette International 'The definitive guidebook is Bryn Thomas's 'Trans-Siberian Handbook" The Independent 'The handbook was really brilliant (everyone we met on the train had a copy!!) We can't imagine doing the trip without it'. Helen Clive 'The Trans-Siberian Handbook (Trailblazer) is the bible for this journey'. The Daily Telegraph. 'The best guide to the Trans-Siberian is undoubtedly Bryn Thomas's "Trans-Siberian Handbook"' - To The Edge of the World, Christian Wolmar (UK)

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