Travel & Transport Books

Book SynopsisAn elevated view of the landscape and cultural setting that make Aspen, Colorado, a legendary destinationTucked into a remote valley along the Roaring Fork River and surrounded by a majestic Rocky Mountain landscape, Aspen is a unique destination. Its magnificent, rugged landscape is home to luxe ski resorts, world-class museums, and stunning private retreats.Private Aspen is an exclusive invitation to explore eighteen elegant modernist houses. Built from materials such as reclaimed wood and local stone, with expansive views out through glazed walls, these stunning private residences reflect the grandeur of their setting.Richly illustrated with more than 150 photographs, the book showcases houses by nationally acclaimed architects including Peter Bohlin, Takashi Yanai, Chad Oppenheim, and Charles Gwathmey, as well as Aspen-based firms CCY and Rowland & Broughton. Interviews with the house owners and designers offer an insider's perspective on this special place.With a striking design evoking Aspen's modernist heritage and authoritative text, Private Aspen captures the connection between these remarkable houses and the environment that surrounds them.

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Book SynopsisBerlitz Pocket Guides: iconic style, a bestselling brand, this is the quintessential pocket-sized travel guide to Naples, Capri and the Amalfi CoastPlan your trip, plan perfect days and discover how to get around - this pocket-sized guide is a convenient, quick-reference companion to discovering what to do and see in Naples, Capri and the Amalfi Coast, from top attractions like Positano to hidden gems, including the best pizza restaurants. This will save you time, and enhance your exploration of this fascinating region. Compact, concise, and packed with essential information, this is an iconic on-the-move companion when you''re exploring Naples, Capri and the Amalfi Coast Covers Top TenAttractions, including the Blue grotto, Naples Duomo and Pompeii''s Villas andPerfect Day itinerary suggestions Includes an insightful overview of landscape, history and culture Handy colour maps on the inside cover flaps will help you find your way around Essential practical information on everything from Eating Out to Getting Around Inspirational colour photography throughout Sharp design and colour-coded sections make for an engaging reading experienceAbout Berlitz: Berlitz draws on years of travel and language expertise to bring you a wide range of travel and language products, including travel guides, maps, phrase books, language-learning courses, dictionaries and kids'' language products.

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Book SynopsisThe official guide to this superb National Trail, published in conjunction with Walk Unlimited. Whether you're an experienced long distance walker or a weekend stroller, this is the only companion you need. The North Downs Way is the National Trail that follows the official acorn waymarks from Farnham to the coast at Dover. This picturesque trail takes in chalk ridges, river valleys and sections of the Pilgrims’ Way. At the eastern end you can either walk via Canterbury (a total distance of 130 miles, 208 km) or follow the southern route (123 miles, 197 km). This is the complete official guide to walking the well-loved and popular North Downs. Trade Review‘Packed with information, showing that the internet has not yet superceded the need for a good guidebook.’‘ Packed with information, showing that the internet has not yet superceded the need for a good guidebook.’

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Book SynopsisThis new Bradt guidebook is the first solely dedicated to a specific part of Wales, encompassing the country's southern third. Covering Monmouthshire, Glamorgan, Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire and Brecon Beacons National Park, this guide provides in-depth coverage of a broad range of attractions. Catering for walkers, heritage aficionados, wildlife lovers, families, mountain bikers, foodies and city-lovers, it furnishes all the practical information you need to plan and enjoy time in South Wales. The region boasts 400 miles of coastline, along which some of Britain's finest beaches nestle between comely resorts and traditional fishing villages, including in the dramatic Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. Inland, The Valleys encompass a former powerhouse of the British coal-mining industry where abandoned collieries have become thriving tourist attractions in a World Heritage landscape. Alternatively, enjoy peace and quiet in the Brecon Beacons, one of few British International Dark Sky Reserves, characterised by high peaks, wild moorland and thrashing waterfalls. From here, mountains extend east to the renowned book town of Hay-on-Wye. In South Wales, you can embrace history, landscape and culture in quick succession. Hikers come from all over to walk the Wales Coast Path, the first footpath worldwide to extend the entire length of a country's coastline. Bike Park Wales in Merthyr is Britain's leading mountain-bike centre, while St David's Peninsula offers thrilling coasteering and the Gower Peninsula exciting surfing. The region's special wildlife ranges from puffins and deer on offshore islands to porpoises and dolphins powering across sheltered bays. Urbanites will love the Welsh capital of Cardiff, fast becoming one of Britain's most dynamic cities, following exciting regeneration crowned by the Millennium Centre. Wales is nicknamed the Land of the Castles, with more fortifications per square mile than any European country: South Wales boasts twenty where your imagination can run riot. Unexpected treats gather here too: visit Europe's second-tallest sand dune (The Big Dipper in Merthyr Mawr), the UK's smallest city (St David's), or even vineyards and whisky distilleries. Whether you are an adrenaline-seeker or culture-lover, a wildlife watcher or beach-goer, foodie or hiker, discover South Wales with Bradt's comprehensive guide.Trade Review'As the first of the always-excellent Bradt guides to focus on a specific part of Wales, this book lets you really drill down into one of the UK's least heralded but most spectacular corners' - Wanderlust magazineTable of ContentsPART 1 GENERAL INFORMATION Chapter 1 Background Information At a glance, Geography, Climate, Natural history, History, Archaeology, Government & politics, Economy, People & culture (inc Religion, Language, Education), Art & architecture, Music, Literature, Sport Chapter 2 Practical Information When to visit, Highlights, Suggested itineraries, Tour operators, Tourist information, Red tape, Embassies, Getting there and away, Health, Safety, Women travellers, Travelling with a disability, Travelling with children, LGBT+ travellers, What to take, Money and budgeting, Getting around, Accommodation, Eating & drinking, Public holidays & festivals, Shopping, Arts & entertainment, Outdoor activities, Media & communications, Cultural etiquette, Travelling positively PART 2 THE GUIDE Chapter 3 Cardiff (and around) History, Getting there and away, Getting around, Tourist information and tour operators, Orientation, Where to stay, Where to eat and drink, Cafés, bars & nightlife, Entertainment, Shopping, Sports & activities, Other practicalities, What to see and do Chapter 4 Monmouthshire to Newport Chepstow, Tintern and the Wye Valley, Caldicot, Usk, Monmouth, Newport, Caerleon Chapter 5 Vale of Glamorgan to the Gower Barry, Cowbridge, Llantwit Major, Ogmore, Merthyr Mawr, Porthcawl, Kenfig NNF, Bridgend, Port Talbot, Swansea, The Gower Chapter 6 The Valleys Afon Lywd (Blaenavon), Ebbw Vale, Sirhowy Valley, Rhymney Valley, Taff Valley (Merthyr Tydfil), Ely Valley, Cynon Valley, Rhondda Valleys (Fach & Fawr), Ogwr Valley, Garw Valley, Lynfi Valley Afan Valley, Vale of Neath, Dulais Valley Chapter 7 Brecon Beacons to Hay Brecon Beacons National Park, Brecon, Crickhowell, Abergavenny, Talgarth, Hay-on-Wye Chapter 8 Carmarthenshire Amman Valley, Llanelli, Laugharne, Carmarthen, Tywi Valley and Llandeilo, Kidwelly, Llandovery, Newcastle Emlyn, Teifi Valley Chapter 9 Pembrokeshire Narberth, Landsker Borderlands, Saundersfoot, Tenby, Manorbier, Pembroke, Stackpole, Milford Haven, Haverfordwest, St Bride's Bay, Marloes, Skomer/Skokholm, St Davids, Fishguard, Newport, Mynydd Preseli Appendix 1 Language Appendix 2 Further Reading

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Book SynopsisThe Royal Castle in Warsaw is one of the most important museums-residences in Poland. Its history and the provenance of its collections are extremely complex and symbolise the turbulent history of the country. The last king of Poland, Stanisław August, created a great collection of works of art and commissioned the interior design in a classicist style. With the loss of independence by Poland, works of art and furnishings were transported to Russia, then later returned under the Treaty of Riga in 1921. Looted by the Germans during World War II, the Castle was blown up in 1944. The castle finished being rebuilt in 1984 and today is a museum of interiors and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The highlights of the Castle’s collections include paintings by Rembrandt and Canaletto as well as valuable objects of decorative arts and historical memorabilia, showcased in this latest Director’s Choice with the expertise of Director Wojciech Fałkowski.

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Book SynopsisBerlitz Pocket Guide CubaThe world-renowned pocket travel guide by Berlitz, now with a free bilingual dictionary.Compact, concise and packed full of essential information about where to go and what to do, this is an ideal on-the-move guide for exploring Cuba. From top tourist attractions like the Palaza de la Catedral, El Morro and the Prado, to cultural gems, including a literary pilgrimage to Hemingway''s house, losing yourself in the glorious streets and squares of Camagüey and a trip to the rolling tobacco fields of Viñales Valley, plan your perfect trip with this practical, all-in-one travel guide. Features of this travel guide to Cuba:- Inspirational itineraries: discover the best destinations, sights and excursions, highlighted with stunning photography- Historical and cultural insights: delve into the country''s rich history and culture, and learn all about its people, art and traditions- Practical full-colour map: with every major sight and listing highlighted, the full-colour maps make on-the-ground navigation easy- Key tips and essential information: from transport to tipping, we''ve got you covered- Dictionary: quick-reference bilingual language guide to help you with vocabulary - Covers: Havana (La Habana); Pinar del Río Province; Mantanzas Province; Central Cuba; Oriente: The East; Guántanamo ProvinceGet the most out of your trip with: Berlitz Phrase Book & Dictionary Latin American SpanishAbout Berlitz: Berlitz draws on years of travel and language expertise to bring you a wide range of travel and language products, including travel guides, maps, phrase books, language-learning courses, dictionaries and kids'' language products.

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Book SynopsisRediscover the wonder of travel, wherever you find yourself. See the world with fresh eyes with these exciting and unusual suggestions. Whether you’re heading halfway around the globe or just stepping out your front door, Ways of Travelling will take you somewhere new.

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to 35 graded day walks in Spain's Catalunya – Girona Pyrenees region. Walks are included for all abilities and can be walked between April and November, although some of the lower routes can be walked in winter as well. The routes and range from 5 to 19km and take between 2 and 8 hours. They are graded from short easy strolls to more demanding walks and cover Garrotxa, Ripollès and the Cadí-Moixeró Natural Park. 1:25,000 or 1:50,000 mapping included for each route Detailed information on accommodation, public transport and parking Information given on local geology and wildlife GPX files available to download Sized to easily fit in a jacket pocket

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Book SynopsisThis Insight Guide is a lavishly illustrated inspirational travel guide to West Coast USA and a beautiful souvenir of your trip. Perfect for travellers looking for a deeper dive into the destination's history and culture, it's ideal to inspire and help you plan your travels. With its great selection of places to see and colourful magazine-style layout, this West Coast USA guidebook is just the tool you need to accompany you before or during your trip. Whether it's deciding when to go, choosing what to see or creating a travel plan to cover key places like Los Angeles, Death Valley, Napa Valley, Lake Tahoe, San Diego, Grand Canyon, it will answer all the questions you might have along the way. It will also help guide you when you'll be exploring Seattle or discovering San Francisco on the ground. Our West Coast USA travel guide was fully-updated post-COVID-19.The Insight Guide WEST COAST USA covers: Seattle, Puget Islands, Olympic and Washington Coast, Western Oregon, Portland and Central Oregon, Oregon Coast, Northern California, Wine Country, Central Valley, San Francisco and the Bay, Monterey Big Sur, Southern California, Los Angeles, San Diego.In this guide book to West Coast USA you will find:IN-DEPTH CULTURAL AND HISTORICAL FEATURES Created to provide a deeper dive into the culture and the history of West Coast USA to get a greater understanding of its modern-day life, people and politics.BEST OFThe top attractions and Editor's Choice featured in this West Coast USA guide book highlight the most special places to visit.TIPS AND FACTSUp-to-date historical timeline and in-depth cultural background to West Coast USA as well as an introduction to West Coast USA's food and drink, and fun destination-specific features. PRACTICAL TRAVEL INFORMATIONA-Z of useful advice on everything, from when to go to West Coast USA, how to get there and how to get around, to West Coast USA's climate, advice on tipping, etiquette and more.COLOUR-CODED CHAPTERSEvery part of the destination, from South Carolina to Seattle has its own colour assigned for easy navigation of this West Coast USA travel guide.CURATED PLACES, HIGH-QUALITY MAPSGeographically organised text, cross-referenced against full-colour, high-quality travel maps for quick orientation in Boston, Buffalo and many other locations in West Coast USA.STRIKING PICTURESThis guide book to West Coast USA features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Yellowstone National Park and the spectacular Niagara Falls.FREE EBOOKFree eBook download with every purchase of this travel guide to West Coast USA to access all the content from your phone or tablet, for on-the-road exploration.

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Book SynopsisDon't just see the sights-get to know the people. Botswana is a country of contrasts. Culturally, the people are overwhelmingly Bantu, but with more than twenty different ethnic groups and over thirty languages spoken, the society is by no means homogeneous. Culture Smart! Botswana introduces you to the lives of the people. It looks at the history that has shaped the society and shows the importance of traditional customs and values for both travelers and businesspeople alike. It describes how the Batswana live, work, and play, and how to avoid the pitfalls of cultural misunderstanding. 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 Review"Culture 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 ContentsKey History - Politics - Economic Life - Values - Attitudes - Religion - Traditions - Taboos - Festivals & Holidays - Friendships & Family - Women in Society - Humour - Hospitality & Home life - Cultural Life - Cuisine & Dining Out - Socializing - Dos and Don'ts - Business Etiquette - Punctuality & Time Keeping - Meetings & Presentations - Negotiating - Bureaucracy - Communication & Language - Tips

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Book SynopsisDon't just see the sights-get to know the people. For much of its history Cyprus was regarded as the Cinderella of empires--beautiful, abused, isolated. Today, the island is divided between the Greek-Cypriot south and the Turkish occupied north. However, both sides take pride in a shared "Cypriotness," and are united in their common hopes, pain, memories, music, excellent cuisine, rich history, and majestic landscape. Culture Smart! Cyprus equips you with essential information on the history, values, and attitudes of the people you will meet, their customs and traditions, and offers tips on etiquette and socializing. Have a richer and more meaningful experience abroad through a better understanding of the local culture. Chapters on history, values, attitudes, and traditions will help you to better understand your hosts, while tips on etiquette and communicating will help you to navigate unfamiliar situations and avoid faux pas.Trade Review"Culture 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 ContentsKey History - Politics - Economic Life - Values - Attitudes - Religion - Traditions - Taboos - Festivals & Holidays - Friendships & Family - Women in Society - Humour - Hospitality & Home life - Cultural Life - Cuisine & Dining Out - Socializing - Dos and Don'ts - Business Etiquette - Punctuality & Time Keeping - Meetings & Presentations - Negotiating - Bureaucracy - Communication & Language - Tips

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Book SynopsisDon't just see the sights-get to know the people. Set in Africa, but not wholly African; an isolated nation, yet receptive to the outside world; hierarchical and conservative, yet innovative and desirous of modernity; conformist as a people, and fiercely independent as individuals the Ethiopian identity defies definition. Ethiopia exists simultaneously in different time periods. Its people, when they see something new that might work to their advantage, will embrace it and find ways to improve on it. Modern democracy, however, has understandably been slower to bloom given the strong historical antecedents of its monarchy. Culture Smart! Ethiopia unpacks the values, attitudes, and traditions of this culturally rich nation. Etiquette in daily life, socializing, and communicating are all helpfully described, and advice is given to on how make the most of a visit. Above all, it provides the tools to do so in a considerate and sensitive manner. 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 Review"Culture 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 ContentsKey History - Politics - Economic Life - Values - Attitudes - Religion - Traditions - Taboos - Festivals & Holidays - Friendships & Family - Women in Society - Humour - Hospitality & Home life - Cultural Life - Cuisine & Dining Out - Socializing - Dos and Don'ts - Business Etiquette - Punctuality & Time Keeping - Meetings & Presentations - Negotiating - Bureaucracy - Communication & Language - Tips

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Book SynopsisDon't just see the sights-get to know the people. Peru's distinctive Spanish and indigenous cultures that first encountered each other five hundred years ago have progressively integrated. However, the ongoing process of mixing raises questions about the nature of Peruvian identity, and Peruvian society remains economically and culturally divided. Culture Smart! Peru introduces you to the changing realities of modern Peru. It describes contemporary values and attitudes, key customs and traditions, and reveals what people are like at home, in business, and in their social lives. Peruvians are outgoing, sociable, and laid-back; get to know them, and they will respond with warmth and generosity. 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 Review"Culture 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 ContentsKey History - Politics - Economic Life - Values - Attitudes - Religion - Traditions - Taboos - Festivals & Holidays - Friendships & Family - Women in Society - Humour - Hospitality & Home life - Cultural Life - Cuisine & Dining Out - Socializing - Dos and Don'ts - Business Etiquette - Punctuality & Time Keeping - Meetings & Presentations - Negotiating - Bureaucracy - Communication & Language - Tips

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Book SynopsisHave 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.

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Book SynopsisDon't just see the sights-get to know the people. Germany powerhouse of Europe and pillar of the Eurozone feels reassuringly familiar. However, despite superficial appearances, this is a country that operates very differently from the USA and Britain. German history is more than a thousand years old and the relatively new German nation-state encompasses an astonishing variety of cultural and regional differences. German society is also in a state of flux, as people respond to immigration and a tough economic climate, and traditional attitudes such as formality and rigid protocol are softening as German business globalizes. Culture Smart! Germany sets out to show you how to be a good and sensitive guest. With chapters on core values and attitudes, and a practical business briefing, it is a valuable introduction to the German way of life. It tells you what treatment to expect, what pitfalls to avoid, and how to build rapport and credibility with this culturally rich and inventive people at the heart of Europe. 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 Review"Culture 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 ContentsKey History - Politics - Economic Life - Values - Attitudes - Religion - Traditions - Taboos - Festivals & Holidays - Friendships & Family - Women in Society - Humour - Hospitality & Home life - Cultural Life - Cuisine & Dining Out - Socializing - Dos and Don'ts - Business Etiquette - Punctuality & Time Keeping - Meetings & Presentations - Negotiating - Bureaucracy - Communication & Language - Tips

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Book SynopsisThe Rootes Group, although only achieving a 10-12 per cent market share, were the sixth largest British car manufacturer: more importantly, during the 1950s, more than half the cars they produced were exported. With every model produced from 1950 onwards featured in full colour and with detailed information - including colour schemes, optional equipment, technical specifications, plus other manufacturers' cars built using Rootes components - this is the ultimate book for all Hillman, Humber, Singer and Sunbeam enthusiasts. Cars produced by Chrysler/Talbot and Peugeot after their acquisition of the Rootes Group are also included. This book includes hundreds of original photographs, taken by the author at many car shows over a number of years, and provides a unique pictorial history of Rootes-manufactured cars.Trade Reviewthis is the ultimate book for all Hillman, Humber, Singer and Sunbeam enthusiasts - Morris Minor Magazine --- this is the ultimate book for all Hillman, Humber, Singer and Sunbeam enthusiasts ... It is always a pleasure to look at and examine such vehicles, and an even greater pleasure to have access to a book such as this one which contains all of the technical details one could ever wish to have. Brilliant! - www.books-monthly.co.ukTable of ContentsContents: Rootes: a brief history 5 Hillman 7 Humber 55 Singer 86 Sunbeam 116 Chrysler/Talbot 153 Index 166 For full model listing, see the Index.

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Book SynopsisA guide to Iceland's rich literary heritage - from Norse witches to contemporary crime fiction. Iceland is an island of multiple identities in constant flux, just like its unruly, volcanic ground. Shaped as much by storytelling as it is by tectonic activity, Iceland’s literary heritage is one of Europe’s richest – and most ancient. Iceland: A Literary Guide for Travellers takes the literary-minded traveller (either in person or in an armchair) on a vivid and illuminating journey. It follows Iceland's many stories that have been passed down through the generations: told and retold by sheep farmers, psalm-writers, travelling reverends, independence fighters, scholars and hedonists. From the captivating Norse myths, which continue to inspire contemporary authors such as A. S. Byatt, to gripping Scandinavian crime fiction and Game of Thrones, via Jules Verne and J. R. R. Tolkien, W. H. Auden and Seamus Heaney, Iceland’s influence has spread far beyond its frozen shores. Peopled by Norse maidens and witches, elves and outlaws, and taking the reader and traveller from Reykjavik and the Bay of Smokes to the remote Westfjords and desolate highlands, this is an enthralling portrait of the Land of Ice and Fire.Table of ContentsList of Illustrations Acknowledgements About this book Introduction 1 Reykjavík & Reykjanes: Urban Iceland Bay of Smokes Hafnarfjörður Mosfellsbær Keflavík & Reykjanes Peninsula Akranes & Hvalfjörður 2 Western Region: Snorri Sturluson’s Pool 3 Westfjords: Water & Witchcraft 4 Northwestern Region: Monsters & Executioners 5 Northeastern Region: Home of Poets 6 Eastern Region: Heavy Metal in the Fjord 7 Southern Region: Parliaments & Pirates 8 Highlands: Here Outlaws Dwell Chronology of Events Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisInsight Guides Explore RomeTravel made easy. Ask local experts.Focused travel guide featuring the very best routes and itineraries, now with free eBook.Part of our UEFA Euro 2020 guidebook series. If you're planning to visit Stadio Olimpico in Rome to watch Euro 2020 matches, then this pocket guidebook provides all the information you need to make the most of your trip, from ready-made itineraries to help you explore the city when you're not at the game, to essential advice about getting around.Discover the best of Rome with this unique travel guide, packed full of insider information and stunning images. From making sure you don't miss out on must-see, top attractions like the Roman Forum, the Colosseum and Trevi Fountain, to discovering cultural gems, including the spectacular mosaics of Santa Maria in Trastevere, boating in the beautiful Giardino del Lago and the unmissable ceiling at the Sistine Chapel, the easy-to-follow, ready-made walking routes will save you time, and help you plan and enhance your visit to Rome.Features of this travel guide to Rome:- 17 walks and tours: detailed itineraries feature all the best places to visit, including where to eat and drink along the way- Local highlights: discover the area's top attractions and unique sights, and be inspired by stunning imagery- Historical and cultural insights: immerse yourself in Rome's rich history and culture, and learn all about its people, art and traditions- Insider recommendations: discover the best hotels, restaurants and nightlife using our comprehensive listings- Practical full-colour map: with every major sight and listing highlighted, the full-colour maps make on-the-ground navigation easy- Key tips and essential information: packed full of important travel information, from transport and tipping to etiquette and hours of operation- The ultimate travel tool: download the free app and eBook to access all this and more from your phone or tablet- Covers: Capitoline Hill and Roman Forum; The Colosseum; Piazza Navona to Campo De' Fiori; Ara Pacis to the Pantheon; Spanish Steps, Tridente and Trevi Fountain; Quirinale, Barberini and Via Veneto; Villa Borghese to Piazza del Popolo; The Vatican; Castel Sant'Angelo to the Gianicolo; Jewish Quarter and Trastevere; Aventino and Testaccio; San Giovanni and Esquilino; Diocletian Complex and Monti; The Appian Way; Tivoli's villas; Castelli Romani; Ostia AnticaLooking for a comprehensive guide to Italy? Check out Insight Guides Italy for a detailed and entertaining look at all the country has to offer.About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.

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Book SynopsisMercedes and Benz Racing 1900-1955 is an appreciation of the incredible racing performances from 1900 up to 1955 when Daimler-Benz withdrew from Grand Prix and Sports car racing: the first 55 years of trials, tribulations, victories, setbacks, and the external influences that impacted on the Mercedes-Benz racing department.

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Book SynopsisInsight Guides Explore BrugesTravel made easy. Ask local experts. Focused travel guide featuring the very best routes and itineraries, now with free eBook.Discover the best of Bruges with this unique travel guide, packed full of insider information and stunning images. From making sure you don't miss out on must-see, top attractions like De Halve Maan, Flanders Fields Museum and Astrid Park to discovering cultural gems, including seeing the work of the Flemish Primitives, cruising along the canal network or taking a tour in one of Bruges' iconic fiacres, the easy-to-follow, ready-made walking routes will save you time, and help you plan and enhance your visit to Bruges.Features of this travel guide to Bruges:- 15 walks and tours: detailed itineraries feature all the best places to visit, including where to eat and drink along the way- Local highlights: discover the area's top attractions and unique sights, and be inspired by stunning imagery- Historical and cultural insights: immerse yourself in Bruges's rich history and culture, and learn all about its people, art and traditions- Insider recommendations: discover the best hotels, restaurants and nightlife using our comprehensive listings- Practical full-colour map: with every major sight and listing highlighted, the full-colour maps make on-the-ground navigation easy- Key tips and essential information: packed full of important travel information, from transport and tipping to etiquette and hours of operation- The ultimate travel tool: download the free app and eBook to access all this and more from your phone or tablet- Covers: City highlights; The Three Towers; Around the Burg; Markt to the Museums; Memling to the Beguinage; Sint-Anna; Fish market to Astrid Park; Merchants' Quarter; Langerei and St Giles; Princes' Court and Donkey Gate; Around 't Zand; Damme; Ostend; Ypres; Ghent Looking for a comprehensive guide to Belgium? Check out Insight Guides Belgium for a detailed and entertaining look at all the country has to offer.About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.

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Book SynopsisBig Trails: Great Britain & Ireland is an inspirational guide to the most iconic, spectacular and popular long-distance trails in England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Ireland and the Isle of Man.The twenty-five featured routes will take you across the best of the British Isles. From the South Downs Way in South-East England and across Wales's mountains in the Cambrian Way, the book delves into the heart of Scotland on the West Highland Way, along the Causeway Coast Way on Northern Ireland’s coast, and into southern Ireland on the Beara Way.The book is designed to inspire big adventures. Rather than being carried along the route, this guide provides everything you need to plan and explore further, including a general overview of the trails, specific technical information, overview mapping, key information and stunning photography. As well as this, each route specifies approximate timings devised using the Jones–Ross formula, which allows for custom itineraries to be generated depending upon the speed of the user. Whether you’re walking, trekking, fastpacking or running, let Big Trails: Great Britain & Ireland be your guide.Trade Review'A stunning new book highlighting the best 25 long-distance trails in the British Isles.' – Dalesway.org'If you’re in need of some inspiration for an adventure and need a place to start then Big Trails: Great Britain & Ireland is a great book for your Christmas list.' – Tink AdventuresTable of ContentsSouth Downs Way Thames Path Cotswold Way London Loop Ridgeway Icknield Way Peddars Way and Norfolk Coast Path South West Coast Path Pennine Way Dales High Way Dales Way Cleveland Way Coast to Coast (England) Hadrian’s Wall Path Offa’s Dyke Cambrian Way Isle of Anglesey Coastal Path Raad Ny Foilan West Highland Way John Muir Way Cape Wrath Trail Causeway Coast Way Kerry Way Wicklow Way Beara Way

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Book SynopsisDay Walks in the Peak District: 20 new circular routes features 20 circular walks, between 8 and 13 miles (14km and 21km) in length, suitable for hillwalkers of all abilities. The routes are split into three geographical areas – The High Moors, including the Kinder plateau and Bleaklow; Hills, Tors and Edges, including walks around the Eastern Edges such as Stanage and Burbage; and Limestone Country, with walks in the beautiful limestone dales and valleys of the Peak. Written by Peak District hillwalkers Norman Taylor and Barry Pope, each route features Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 maps, easy-to-follow directions, details of distance and navigation information, and refreshment stops and local information.Table of ContentsIntroduction AcknowledgementsAbout the walksFootpaths and Rights of WaySafetyThe Countryside CodeHow to use this bookKm/mile conversion chartPeak District Area MapSection 1 – The High Moors1 Black Hill2 Bleaklow Head3 Margery Hill & Howden Edge4 Kinder Scout – South-east Circuit5 Kinder Downfall from Hayfield6 Derwent Edge from BradfieldSection 2 – Hills, Tors & Edges7 Sir William Hill from Eyam8 Lord’s Seat & Eldon Hill9 Hathersage Moor10 Win Hill Pike & Crook Hill11 Goyt Valley & the Tors12 A Walk in Three ShiresSection 3 – Limestone Country13 Hartington to Longnor14 Throwley Moor & Grindon15 Miller’s Dale & Monsal Dale16 An Upland Village Trail17 Around Dove Dale18 Robin Hood’s Stride from Youlgreave19 Tideswell Moor & the Hucklows20 West of BakewellAppendix

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Book SynopsisThe 162-kilometre South Downs Way begins in Winchester and traces a ridgeline along the rolling, green South Downs to the coast at Eastbourne. It is rightly regarded as one of the finest long-distance trails in England. Predominantly bridleway, the trail is generally wide and hard-surfaced and can be walked at any time of year. The South Downs Way appeals to people who have different levels of experience and travel at all speeds, and this Vertebrate Publishing Guidemap is unique in that it caters for four categories of user, providing custom itineraries for walkers, trekkers, fastpackers and trail runners. This lightweight, waterproof, durable and easy-to-use folding map features all the essential information for a successful South Downs Way, including 1:40,000-scale mapping for the linear route starting in Winchester and finishing in Eastbourne. It also includes a detailed elevation profile and route planner, safety advice, terrain information and an accommodation directory, and a link to a GPX file download.

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Book SynopsisRobert Mads Anderson is an elite mountaineer with a solitary goal: to conquer Everest. After nearly getting killed on his first expedition, he led a team up a new route on the Kangshung Face without oxygen or Sherpa support, climbed solo on the remote North Face, and finally guided a team to the top of the world.Incorporating a who’s who of internationally recognised climbers, including Stephen Venables, Reinhold Messner and Chris Bonington, Nine Lives traces the story of Everest, from the big, nationally supported expeditions of the 1980s; through the small teams forging new routes and climbing solo; to the commercially guided expeditions of today.Set against the majestic backdrop of the world’s tallest peak, Anderson’s nine Everest expeditions over eighteen years define what truly drives a human being to the greatest of heights. With a foreword by Peter Hillary and 32 pages of colour photography, in Nine Lives Robert Mads Anderson offers his personal account of the world’s highest mountain.Trade Review‘An amazing story capturing the essence of life’s moments climbing on Everest.’ (Chris Bonington)‘Robert’s story of climbing on all three sides of Everest is full of narrow escapes. But what really shines out is the canny wisdom, courage, determination and sheer fun-loving chutzpah of a defiant optimist.’ (Stephen Venables)‘I must say this was some of the best writing I have enjoyed – ever! And not just mountaineering literature. Bravo!’ (Dr Peter Hackett, world-renowned high-altitude expert)‘I could not have climbed with any better team while being led by the best. Thank you for sharing your ninth life with me on the slopes and the summit of Mount Everest.’ (Sibusiso Vilane, first black African to summit Everest)‘Robert loves the environment of mountains, the challenge of mountains, the camaraderie built upon their flanks and the uncertainty that mountains toss into our lives.’ (Peter Hillary)

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Book SynopsisRunning Adventures Scotland by Ross Brannigan contains 25 inspirational and fun running routes, the majority of which are between 10 and 29 kilometres in length, exploring the best of the Highlands and the Lowlands.Running in Scotland is all about being immersed in the landscape – whether you’re up high on a ridge, on a tranquil forest track or negotiating a technical descent – it all adds up to be an unforgettable experience. This book will open up adventures for you across Scotland – follow in the footsteps of runners on the route of the Pentland Skyline Race, enjoy an epic day out on the stunning Sgùrr na Strì on Skye or tackle the iconic Ring of Steall. The runs are organised into five geographical areas; there is also a bonus section with three longer routes (ranging from 63 to 153 kilometres), for those looking to take their running to the next level on a longer or multi-day adventure.Each route includes all the information you need to help you plan your run, interesting background information about the local area, types of terrain covered, and refreshment recommendations, in addition to detailed directions, stunning photography and overview mapping. Downloadable GPX files of the routes are also available. There are also suggestions for other routes in the area, information on relevant conservation organisations as well as a quote from a local runner to add context to the route. Let Running Adventures Scotland take you on an unforgettable journey around the best of Scotland’s stunning landscapes.Table of ContentsIntroductionAcknowledgementsHow to use this bookFitnessEnvironment and sustainabilityCamping and campervansSafetyHistory, names and languageSection 1: North West Highlands01 Beinn Alligin (10km)02 Quinag – three Corbetts (14km)03 Suilven (20km)04 Sgùrr na Strì and Camasunary (23km)Section 2: Western Highlands05 Glen Coe’s Two Lairigs (14km)06 Beinn a’ Bheithir – the Ballachulish Horseshoe (16km)07 Ring of Steall (17km)08 South Glen Shiel Ridge – seven Munros in a day (27km)Section 3: Cairngorms09 Morrone (11km)10 Mayar, Driesh and Corrie Fee (15km)11 Meall a’ Bhuachaille (16km)12 Cairngorm Plateau (20km)13 Beinn a’ Ghlo (22km)14 White Mounth circuit (29km)Section 4: Southern Highlands15 Ben Ledi (11km)16 The Cobbler – Ben Arthur (11km)17 Ben Lomond via the Ptarmigan Ridge (12km)18 Ben Lawers (22km)Section 5: Central & Southern Scotland19 Heart of the Ochils (12km)20 Hart Fell Horseshoe (17km)21 Pentland Skyline (23km)22 Glen Rosa Horseshoe, Isle of Arran (26km)Section 6: Multi-day routes23 Tranter’s Round (63km)24 Five bothies in the Cairngorms (64km)25 West Highland Way – Scotland’s classic trail (153km)Section 7: AppendixMore like thisContacts

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Book SynopsisClassic Day Walks in England & Wales features a selection of 20 of the best day-length hillwalking routes from Vertebrate Publishing’s popular series of walking guidebooks.Edited by Jon Barton, this guidebook takes you to the best hiking country in England and Wales: take in Lake District fells, traverse Hadrian’s Wall, ramble in the South Downs, enjoy the coastline in Pembrokeshire, or explore Lizard Point in Cornwall.Together with stunning photography, each route features Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 maps, easy-to-follow directions, details of distance and navigation information, and refreshment stops and local information.Table of ContentsClassic Day Walks Area Map & Route FinderIntroductionNavigationGPS and mobile phonesWalk timesSafetyThe Countryside CodeHow to use this bookMaps, descriptions, distancesKm/mile conversion chartSection 1 – Northern England1 Druridge Bay & River Coquet, Northumberland – David Wilson2 Classic Hadrian’s Wall Country, Northumberland – David Wilson3 Latrigg, Lake District – Stephen Goodwin4 Lingmoor Fell & Side Pike, Lake District – Stephen Goodwin5 Goathland & Hazel Head, North York Moors – Tony Harker6 Hardraw Force & Abbotside Common, Yorkshire Dales – Bernard Newman7 Great Coum, Yorkshire Dales – Bernard Newman8 Hardcastle Crags, South Pennines – Paul Besley9 Miller’s Dale & Monsal Dale, Peak District – Norman Taylor & Barry Pope10 The Southern Gritstone Edges, Peak District – Norman Taylor & Barry PopeSection 2 – Southern England11 Hunstanton Cliffs to Titchwell Marsh, East Anglia – Anna Paxton12 Owlpen & Hetty Pegler’s Tump, Cotswolds – Judy Mills13 Battle & its Wider Landscape, High Weald – Deirdre Huston14 Vistas over Lewes Rape, South Downs – Deirdre Huston15 Haytor, Hound Tor & Widecombe, Devon – Jen & Sim Benson16 Around Lizard Point, Cornwall – Jen & Sim BensonSection 3 –Wales17 The Northern Carneddau & Aber Falls, Snowdonia – Tom Hutton18 Moel Siabod, Snowdonia – Tom Hutton19 The Sugar Loaf & Crug Mawr, Brecon Beacons – Harri Roberts20 St Brides & the Marloes Peninsula, Pembrokeshire Coast – Harri RobertsAppendix

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Book SynopsisDay Walks in Loch Lomond & the Trossachs features 20 day-length routes suitable for hillwalkers of all abilities. Researched and written by experienced local walker Gerald McGarry, the walks explore the highlights of the Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park including the mountains of An Caisteal, Ben Lomond and Ben Ledi.Together with stunning photography, each route features Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 maps, easy-to-follow directions, details of distance and navigation information, and refreshment stops and local information.Table of ContentsLoch Lomond & the Trossachs area mapIntroductionClothing, Equipment and some hazardsNavigationMapsWeatherScottish Outdoor Access CodeLivestockStalkingHill etiquetteSafetyHill namesGeologyFlora and faunaTransport1 The Whangie and Auchineden Hill2 Ben A’an3 Dumgoyne. A cask strength miniature4 Cruach Tairbeirt5 Conic Hill6 Beinn An Lochain7 Ben Donich8 Ben Ledi9 The Cobbler10 Ben Venue11 The Brack12 An Caisteal13 Ben Lomond14 An extended Circuit of Glen Loin, Coiregrogain and Sloy15 Cnoc Coinnich and The Steeple16 Ben Vane17 Ben Vorlich and Stuc a’Chroin18 Ben Narnain19 Ben More and Stobinien20 The Northern Luss Hills

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Book Synopsis1001 Cycling Tips by Hannah Reynolds is a light-hearted and informative guide to all kinds of cycling.This is no standard instruction manual – it is much more useful than that. This is a huge collection of small tips to make a real difference to your cycling, whether you’re into road cycling, mountain biking, have an ebike, gravel bike or commute to work on your bike – this book will take you through everything you need to know.The vast range of topics covered includes everything from choosing your bike, the essential kit and clothing you’ll need and navigation to fitness, nutrition, bike maintenance at home and on the road, and travelling with your bike. Hannah’s no-nonsense advice and vast knowledge base will ensure that you have the right tools to enjoy your cycling and achieve your goals, whether you want to race, climb huge mountains or enjoy days out on two wheels with the family.Table of ContentsIntroductionAcknowledgementsFeedback and updates1 BasicsChoosing a bikeGetting pedallingKit and clothingBike kitSitting comfortablyRoad craftTrail craftSeasonal cyclingClimbing hills2 MaintenancePre-ride checksThings to carryFixing puncturesTrail and roadside repairsEbikesBike cleaningHome workshopBike shop etiquette3 Cycling LifeSaddle soresBodily functionsShavingSecurityTransporting bikesFinding friendsQuick-witted answersCycling cafesOddities and obsessions4 DisciplinesCommuting, urban and cargoRoadMountain bikingGravelCyclo-crossEbikesFamily cyclingTouring and bikepackingRacing of any sortSportivesUltra-endurance5 FitnessAll-round nutritionEating and drinking on the bikeEating after a bike rideWorries about weightGetting fitStaying fitInjuries6 Apps and toolsHeart rate monitorPower MeterGPS and bike computersSmart trainersStravaCycling apps galore7 Navigation and routesRoute-planning principlesMap readingNavigation appsFollowing a GPS routeWeather watchingHills and mountainsLong-distance routes8 Travelling by bikeEssential kit on toursCamping and foodCredit card touringKit bag packingPannier packingBikepacking packingLife on the road9 Everything elseFinal thoughts10 Reading list

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Book Synopsis1001 Outdoor Swimming Tips by Calum Maclean is a light-hearted and informative guide to all kinds of outdoor and wild swimming.This is no standard instruction manual – it is much more useful than that. This is a huge collection of small tips to make a real difference to your outdoor swimming, whether you’re planning your first forays into swimming outdoors or enjoy icy swims in the depths of winter – this book will take you through everything you need to know.The vast range of topics covered includes everything from biosecurity and the safety of others to cold-water swimming, recovery, night swimming, swimming with children, the essential gear you’ll need, training and how to get that perfect underwater photo. Whether you’re a wild swimming novice or have plenty of experience in water, Calum’s entertaining and knowledgeable advice will inspire you and help to enrich your time in the water.Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS FEEDBACK AND UPDATES 1 BASICS [1–194] 25 REASONS WHY (OR WHAT TO TELL PEOPLE WHO JUST DON’T ‘GET IT’) WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW SWIMMER’S LIFE GENERAL SAFETY SAFETY OF OTHERS SWIMMING WITH CHILDREN THE NASTY STUFF (ILLNESSES) PLANNING WEATHER 2 THINGS TO CONSIDER [195–270] FEAR, ANXIETY AND DEEP WATER ANIMALS BIOSECURITY IS IT CLEAN? JUMPING 3 THE SWIMMER’S BODY [271–391] PIE? CAKE? HOT CHOCOLATE? … NUTRITION RECOVERY FOOD GETTING IN AND GETTING OUT RECOVERY MENSTRUAL CYCLE PREGNANCY MENOPAUSE 4 COLD-WATER SWIMMING [392–456] COLD WATER ICE SWIMMING 5 TECHNIQUE AND LONGER SWIMS [457–615] STROKE AND MORE SIGHTING COACHING AND GROUPS EVENTS MENTAL PREPARATION FOR EVENTS TRAINING SWIMRUN ADVENTURE AND SWIM-PACKING/SWIM-CAMPING THE THOUGHTS OF THE OUTDOOR SWIMMER 6 SWIMMING ENVIRONMENTS [616–775] WHERE CAN I SWIM? RIVERS WATERFALLS LOCH/LAKE/TARN/LLYN/MERE SEA SWIMMING QUARRIES RESERVOIRS URBAN SWIMMING SWIM VENUES SWIMMING TO ISLANDS DISCOVERING YOUR OWN SWIMS 7 GEAR [776–884] GENERAL WETSUITS EARPLUGS TOW FLOATS GOGGLES EXTRA GEAR 8 SOCIAL MEDIA AND PHOTOGRAPHY [885–962] SOCIAL MEDIA AND WRITING TAKING PHOTOS AND VIDEOS SELF-SHOOTING FILMING UNDERWATER PHOTOGRAPHY AND FILMING 9 STUFF [963–1001] NIGHT SWIMMING SKINNY-DIPPING FIVE ICONIC WORLD SWIM EVENTS SEVEN ICONIC UK SWIMS AND EVENTS RECOMMENDED SWIM SPOTS 10 READING LIST

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Book SynopsisGreat British Gravel Rides pays homage to the very best gravel cycling across England, Scotland and Wales.Markus Stitz has curated a collection of 26 routes across Britain – each a favourite route of a passionate gravel cyclist. You can join round-the-world cycling men’s record holder Mark Beaumont in East Lothian, experience a different side of East Anglia with ultra-endurance racers and GBDURO20 winners Josh Ibbett and Gail Brown, embark on a coast-to-coast trip across Scotland with round-the-world cycling women’s record holder Jenny Graham, or see the best of the Scottish Borders with diversity in cycling champion Aneela McKenna.Each route gives an insight into what each cyclist loves about gravel riding – what inspires and motivates them – and why they believe it qualifies as one of Britain’s best gravel rides. A detailed route description of the trail is then provided, including interesting information about the local area, exactly what to expect on the route, details on the best places and attractions to explore, recommendations for the best local cafes and pubs and a list of local bike shops, should they be needed. With inspiring photography showcasing some of the best gravel trails in the UK, as well as bespoke maps and downloadable GPX files for each route, this is the essential companion for any gravel rider.Whether you want a challenging pedal through the country’s awe-inspiring landscapes or a more leisurely day out in the saddle, let Great British Gravel Rides help you explore the best gravel cycling of Great Britain – your adventure begins here!Table of ContentsIntroduction – Why a book about gravel riding in Britain?AcknowledgmentsWhat is a Great British gravel ride?Prepare your own adventureThe bikeGetting to a routePrepare your bikeChoose your clothingOther kitSafetyLegalities and accessSCOTLAND 01 Coast-to-coast gravel adventure JENNY GRAHAM02 In search of gravel on the Monega Pass NAOMI FREIREICH03 A tour of Highland Perthshire RICHARD PEARSON04 Maelstrom gravel STEVEN GROOM05 Lomond Hills gravel LOUISE CHAVARIE06 Gravelfoyle KERRY MACPHEE07 Clacks gravel WALTER HAMILTON08 Explore Your Boundaries: East Lothian MARK BEAUMONT09 Mòr Tweed Valley gravel ANEELA MCKENNA10 Raiders gravel ESTHER TACKE AND WARREN SAUNDERSNORTHERN ENGLAND 11 Tyne and Wear gravel OLLY TOWNSEND AND FRANCIS KING12 Lakes gravel JAIMI WILSON13 Buzzard loop GUY KESTEVEN14 Packhorse gravel EMMA OSENTON15 Pannier gravel STEFAN AMATOSOUTHERN ENGLAND16 Further East JOSH IBBETT AND GAIL BROWN17 Windmill gravel GRANT WILDMAN18 Cotswold gravel EMMA KINGSTON19 London gravel DALILA LECKY20 Not the South Downs Way! RORY HITCHENS21 Mint Sauce gravel JO BURT22 Jurassic gravel CHARLIE HOBBS23 A taste of the East Devon Trail KATHERINE MOOREWALES24 Twmpa gravel tour ANDY DIX25 A Gritfest in the Cambrian Mountains MATT PAGEBONUS ROUTE26 Deer Island gravel MARKUS STITZReading listWebsitesEventsGuided gravel rides

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Book SynopsisNorth York Moors Mountain Biking – Moorland Trails is the fully updated second edition of the bestselling guide to some of the finest mountain biking in the North of England. Featured are over 20 of the best mountain bike rides in the North York Moors, between 10 and 76 kilometres in length, suitable for all levels of mountain bikers.The North York Moors National Park contains some of the most beautiful moorland scenery in the UK – sea views, hidden villages and valleys, wild and bleak moors. It also contains some of the country's best mountain biking with wild and fast moorland tracks, technically demanding singletrack and intricate and exciting forest riding.Researched, ridden and written by moors local Tony Harker, each route features clear and easy to use Ordnance Survey 1:50,000 maps; easy-to-follow directions; details of distance, timings and difficulty gradings; stunning action photography; refreshment stops and local knowledge. A Bonus Section includes information about the man-made trails at Dalby Forest and Sutton Bank, Top Tens and a detailed Appendix. Also included is a link to downloadable GPX files.Trade Review"Far and away the best Peak guide we've come across." BIKEmagic.com on Dark Peak Mountain Biking "I'd say the best Mountain Bike Guide I've seen to date." Planetfear.com on Yorkshire Dales Mountain Biking - The South Dales "Overall, there's tons to admire about this book, which easily sets a new benchmark in quality guidebook presentation." CLIMB Magazine on peak district: climbing"Table of ContentsNorth York Moors Area Map & Route FinderIntroductionAcknowledgementsHow to use this bookRights of wayThe bikeEssential kitGeneral safetyIn the event of an accidentRules of the (off) roadPlanning your rideMaps & symbolsSection 1 – Classics1 Danby & Pannierman’s Causeway2 Pinchinthorpe3 Swainby & Sheep Wash LoopsSection 2 – Epics4 Roxby Circuit5 Kildale Ring6 Horcum Loop7 Danby & Glaisdale Circuit8 Hutton-le-Hole & Farndale9 Sneck Yate Bank10 Clay Bank & BransdaleSection 3 – Enduros11 Rosedale Abbey Circuit12 Blakey Bank Circuit13 Black Hambleton & Hawnby14 Hutton-le-Hole, Farndale & Rosedale15 Rosedale & Fryup16 Ravenscar – Big Country17 Goathland Circuit18 Helmsley CircuitSection 4 – Killers19 The Seven Dales20 The Best WesternBonus Section21 Pickering–Levisham/Goathland Dalby ForestSutton BankGuisborough ForestMoor to Sea Cycle NetworkTop Ten DownhillsTop Ten SingletrackAppendix

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Book SynopsisMountain Walks Scafell Pike by Graham Uney is a guide to walking routes on and around the Sca Fell range in the Lake District. Among the 15 routes are classics like the Corridor Route and summit walks from Langdale and Eskdale, as well as the Esk Gorge and the Mosedale Horseshoe. Includes Ordnance Survey maps and downloadable GPX files.

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Book SynopsisFrom the sierras of New Mexico to the streets of New York and LA by night-"a sort of luminous, geometric, incandescent immensity"-Baudrillard mixes aperçus and observations with a wicked sense of fun to provide a unique insight into the country that dominates our world. In this new edition, leading cultural critic and novelist Geoff Dyer offers a thoughtful and perceptive take on the continued resonance of Baudrillard's America.Trade ReviewOccasionally provocative and almost always infuriating ... America is filled with perceptive, almost poetic observations. * Rolling Stone *Since de Tocqueville, French thinkers have been fascinated with America. But when it comes to mysterious paradoxes and lyrical complexity no French intellectual matches Jean Baudrillard in contemplating the New World. * The New York Times *A mixture of crazy notions and dead-on insights, America is a valuable (and voluble) picture of what Mr. Baudrillard calls 'the only remaining primitive society' ... ours. * The New York Times Book Review *

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Book SynopsisThis is the story of lightkeepers’ contributions to the natural history of lighthouses in conjunction with the history and maintenance of the manned navigation beacons – their primary function of course – ‘for the safety of all’. Since keepers were first engaged to maintain lighthouses around our coast they have encountered wildlife, and in some cases developed a keen interest and expertise on the subject. Towards the end of the nineteenth century keepers were encouraged to submit annual returns of bird movements enabling reports on bird migration and several authoritative books to be compiled. As a result, ornithologists began to recognise how many lighthouses were well-placed to establish bird observatories – a few were in redundant lighthouses, often on offshore islands. However, lightkeepers also recognised that in certain weather conditions and during migration times, flocks of birds were attracted to the beam, resulting in many fatalities. While the problem is now better understood and considerably reduced, the automation of all British lighthouses has resulted in there no longer being lighthouse keepers to monitor the situation and report bird, sea mammal, insect and bat movements. The Natural History of Lighthouses highlights the contribution made by lighthouse keepers over the last century or two to the study of natural history, and ornithology in particular. Much of this is discussed in the words of the keepers themselves, set in the context of lighthouse history. Scotland has an especially rich lighthouse tradition, mainly due to a dynasty of Stevenson engineers covering over a century, all of whom also had a profound understanding of weather and geology – and indeed natural history – so important in the placing of their lighthouses. Several redundant lighthouse buildings still function as bird observatories as well as wildlife viewpoints and study centres, museums, hotels, restaurants and private homes. The lanterns themselves are still maintained in this digital and satellite age, monitored remotely from a strategic control centre.Trade Review'...a collection of great stories about the life of the keepers, as well as references to the work of lightships and their crew. ...there are plenty of marvellous stories here. This well-produced book also contains some terrific photography.' Nautilus Telgraph

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Book SynopsisWhere are we going to eat tonight? What's the best place for a drink? Where do locals buy their fruit and vegetables? Where are the best delicatessens? All tourists who love good food have asked themselves these questions when visiting a city or country. Many travel guides suggest some food addresses but these are generally very few, unoriginal and, most of the time, crowded with other tourists. This new series, on the other hand, promises the opposite: each title will bring you the heart of gastronomy of the selected destination. Starred restaurants, bistros, canteens, street food, Asian cuisine, chic picnics: in Eat London the best of London is lying on a silver platter just for you! In addition, you'll find addresses to the best delicatessens, the best wine bars, the best cookery equipment stores or specialised gastronomy bookstores of each city... Contents: Stores and General Food; Markets; Tea Time; Bakeries and Pastry Shops; Breakfast; Pubs and Drinks; On the Go; Restaurants.

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Book SynopsisA world without cars would be unrecognizable. They have altered the shape of our cities, transformed our nations and landscapes, revolutionised the way we make and buy things, and profoundly influenced our relationship with speed itself. From the Ford Model T and the legacy of mass production, to the GM LaSalle and the birth of style and obsolescence, and from the original Volkswagen expression of national identity to the GM Firebird and the desire for frictionless movement, this book presents the car as the driving force that accelerated the twentieth century. It takes an in-depth look at the history of the automobile and its impact, to better understand where we might want to go in the future.Trade Review'those of you who have visited the V&A's Cars...will know how utterly captivating the exhibition is. Here's the next best thing...' -- Autocar, Wednesday 1st April 2020 'an accompanying 200-page book you'd be crazy not to buy...' -- Steve Cropley, Autocar, Wednesday 8th January 2020; 'The show at the V&A might have shut early, a victim of the lockdown, but the most fascinating elements are all in here.' Edwin Heathcote, Financial Times Summer Books of 2020, June 27th 2020Table of ContentsForeword, Tristram Hunt | Introduction, Brendan Cormier and Lizzie Bisley | Going Fast | Fast Futures, Brendan Cormier| The Design of Speed, Brendan Cormier | In My Ford Fiesta, Oli Stratford | Making More | The Manufacture of Plenty, Lizzie Bisley | Almost Like a Car, Georgina Voss | Making the Modern Consumer, Esme Hawes | Oh Lord, Won't You Buy Me a Mercedes-Benz, Johanna Agerman Ross | Shaping Space | The Race to Extraction, Lizzie Bisley | Water Wars and the Miracle Metal, Laurence Blair | Driving the Nation, Brendan Cormier | Political Symbolism and the Nyayo Pioneer Car, Nanjala Nyabola | The Express City, Brendan Cormier | There Are No Cars in Wakanda, Allison Arieff | Notes | Bibliography | Acknowledgements | Contributors | Picture Credits | Index

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Book SynopsisThis guidebook presents a cycle ride along the Canal de la Garonne in the south of France. The 290km route is covered in 7 stages from bustling Bordeaux to the splendid rose city of Toulouse, with a 135km excursion from to Lacanau on the Atlantic coast. Optional side trips explore the countryside and historical towns and villages, including Agen, Moissac, Marmande and Montauban. Mainly flat and easy cycling, including 193km along the main canal towpath, this is an easy route suitable for lone cyclists, families, groups and those using e-bikes. It is perfect for those planning a cycling holiday, and for people boating on the canal or holidaying nearby who want to get out and explore. A detailed route description is accompanied by 1:50,000 maps, with fascinating information about the places encountered along the route and notes on the region's history and the building of the canal. The guidebook also contains practical information on travel, choosing the right bike and equipment, facilities and cycle shops.Table of ContentsRoute summary table Map key Overview map Introduction Regions of the canal The canal's construction History Culture Wildlife Cycling the Garonne canal When to go Getting there Accommodation Food and drink Your bike What to take Health and safety Security Maps Money and communications Using this guide The Canal de la Garonne Prologue From Bordeaux to the Atlantic Stage 1 Bordeaux to Sauveterre-de-Guyenne Stage 2 Sauveterre-de-Guyenne to Marmande Stage 3 Marmande to Buzet-sur-Baïse Stage 4 Buzet-sur-Baïse to Agen Excursion 1 To Port-Sainte-Marie and Clermont-Dessous Excursion 2 To N#xe9;rac Stage 5 Agen to Moissac Excursion 3 To Auvillar Stage 6 Moissac to Montauban Stage 7 Montauban to Toulouse Appendix A Distances between locks Appendix B Accommodation Appendix C Useful information Appendix D English-French glossary Appendix E Further reading

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Book Synopsis'A perfect read for a Mediterannean beach' Daily TelegraphWhen Chris travelled from Sydney to Dublin, he never dreamed his life was about to change forever. There he meets Daniela - one L, smile as you say it to pronounce it correctly - and it's amore at first sight. Before he can say si, he's uprooted to follow her to her sun-kissed hometown of Andrano, Puglia, tucked in the heel of southern Italy.The whitewashed houses, olive groves and cobblestone lanes are beautiful, but soon Chris is getting to grips with everyday Italian life. There's infuriating bureaucracy, an anarchic road system and - biggest challenge of all - Daniela's mamma, who's determined to convert him to the Catholic faith and build an extension on her house where the couple might live la dolce vita.WINNER OF THE GROLLO RUZZENE FOUNDATION PRIZETrade ReviewA perfect read for a Mediterranean beach... Genuinely funny. * Daily Telegraph *Keeps you turning pages long into the night * Real Travel *Gets right under Italy's skin. Few books about living in foreign climes are written as entertainingly, beautifully or romantically. * Sydney Morning Herald *An intriguing book, very well written, well structured, entertaining and sometimes even challenging... a delightful and often humorous account of the author's evolving relationship with Italy as he comes to grips with everyday reality there... anecdotes provide both humour and vivid images of Italians and Italian life. -- Judges of the Grollo Ruzzene Foundation PrizeHarrison manages to get right under Italy's skin without stereotyping the people he meets and situations he finds himself in... Many have written books about their experiences living in foreign climes but few have done it as entertainingly, beautifully and - surprisingly - romantically as Harrison does here. * Sydney Morning Herald & Melbourne Age *This is a funny and touching tale about the cultural divide with a sweet and passionate love story at its heart. Enjoy Head Over Heel and its taste of la dolce vita * The Courier Mail *Dramatic, sensual and affectionately amusing, Head Over Heel is as good as a holiday. -- John Bell, The Bell Shakespeare Company

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Book SynopsisCycling in Sussex is the third title in Vertebrate Publishing's Off Road Trails and Quiet Lanes series of family and leisure cycling guidebooks. 20 rides, between 4km and 28km, explore the quiet lanes and off-road trails of one of the most beautiful counties in the UK.Written by local family cyclists, Deirdre Huston and Marina Bullivant, the rides are clearly described using step-by-step instructions and feature original maps, route profiles and local area information. The book is illustrated with inspirational and inviting photography of the rides and the local area.Together with information about local railway trails and seafront trails, the authors have also put together a selection of rides specifically designed for families based on their own personal experiences with their children.Table of ContentsIntroductionArea mapAcknowledgements / A note on the rides / Maps, descriptions, distances / Your bike / Clothing / GlovesOther essentials / Rights of way / Rules of the road / General safety1 River Ouse Family Route (Barcombe Mills)2 Barns Green Mini-Circuit3 Ashurst Wood Mini Mountain Bike Circuit4 Lewes Villages & the River Ouse5 Rural Idylls (Thakeham)6 Downland Views, Forgotten Forests & Agricultural Tracks (Plumpton Green)7 Out in the Sticks (Barns Green)8 Under Wolstonbury Hill (Goddards Green)9 Out of Sight near Ditchling10 River Adur, Peaceful Glades & Downs Link (Henfield)11 A Forest, Two Fords & Some Fishing Ponds (Horsted Keynes)12 Ifield Conservation Village, Country Lanes & Green Fields (Faygate)13 Beneath the Downs (Hassocks)14 Woodland & Downs Link (Nuthurst)15 Forest Way & Hidden Enclaves (Forest Row)16 Woods & Ponds of the Upper Weald (Slaugham)17 Windmills on the South Downs (Clayton)18 Woods, Greens & a Windmill (Dial Post)19 Farmland & Villages, Boats & Trains (Chailey)20 Treetops, a Reservoir & Country Estates (Cuckfield)Railway Trails - Downs LinkRailway Trails - Forest WayRailway Trails - Worth WaySeafront Trails - BrightonSeafront Trails - SeafordSeafront Trails - ShorehamAppendix

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Book SynopsisRevised reprint 2019Scotland Mountain Biking – The Wild Trails features 24 of the best and more adventurous mountain bike rides in Scotland. The routes range from 6.5 to 290 kilometres in length, and are suitable for all levels of mountain bikers. Split into three sections, Southern & Central Scotland, North-West Scotland & Highlands, and North-East Scotland & Cairngorms, this book includes challenging mountain passes, magical woodland singletrack, Munro peaks and idyllic spins past ancient lochs. The routes include a classic Torridon Circuit, Glen Sligachan on Skye, man-made and natural trails around the Minch Moor at Innerleithen, Munro Mount Keen, the end-to-end Corrieyairack Pass, and a big-mountain loop around Ben Alder. A Bonus Section includes the Fort William to Montrose Coast to Coast route.The book is written by Scottish mountain bike guide Phil McKane and includes stunning photography by Andy McCandlish. It features Ordnance Survey 1:50,000 maps; easy-to-follow directions; details of distance, times and difficulty; and refreshment stops and local knowledge.Reprinted in 2019 with updated mapping and revisions.Trade Review"Vertebrate Publishing has made a name for itself with a series of glossy, highly polished and well researched guidebooks to some of the UK's favourite riding spots." Mountain Bike Rider (MBR) Magazine "I'd say the best Mountain Bike Guide I've seen to date." Planetfear.com on Yorkshire Dales Mountain Biking - The South Dales"Table of ContentsIntroductionAcknowledgementsHow to Use this BookAccess LawEstate ActivitiesWeather and TerrainMidgesBothiesGeneral SafetyIn the Event of an AccidentRules of the (Off) RoadPlanning Your RideMaps & SymbolsGaelic TranslationsSECTION 1 – Southern & Central ScotlandSouthern & Central Scotland IntroductionSouthern & Central Scotland Area Map & Route Finder1 The Pentland Hills, Edinburgh2 Mugdock Park, Glasgow3 Glen Finglas, The Trossachs4 Southern Upland Way & The Dempster Road5 The Minch Moor, Innerleithen6 Glen Kinglass, Bridge of Orchy7 Glentrool TourSECTION 2 – North West Scotland & HighlandsNorth West Scotland & Highlands IntroductionNorth West Scotland & Highlands Area Map & Route Finder8 Corrour & Loch Ossian9 Loch Affric Loop10 The Corrieyairack Pass11 The Ardverikie Estate12 Ben Alder13 Glen Sligachan, Isle of Skye14 Torridon Circuit15 West Highlands TourSECTION 3 – North East Scotland & CairngormsNorth East Scotland & Cairngorms IntroductionNorth East Scotland & Cairngorms Area Map & Route Finder16 Glen Feshie Singletrack17 The Burma Road18 Gleann Einich19 The Capel Mounth20 Ben Avon21 Glen Tilt22 Mount Keen23 Tour of the CairngormsSECTION 4 – BONUS SECTIONBonus Section Introduction24 Coast to Coast, Fort William to MontroseAPPENDIX

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Book SynopsisWales Mountain Biking – Beicio Mynydd Cymru is a collection of 20 classic Welsh mountain bike rides, between 12 and 50 kilometres in length.Split into three sections, South Wales, Mid Wales and North Wales, this book includes classic mountain bike loops such as The Gap Road in the Brecon Beacons and Pen Trumau in the Black Mountains, routes in Pembrokeshire, and the Gower, the Elan Valley in the Cambrian Mountains, Moel Famau in the Clwydian Hills and classic routes in Snowdonia – including options for the awesome ascent and descent (!) of Snowdon itself.Written and illustrated by Mountain Bike Rider magazine's Wales-based routes expert Tom Hutton, each route is described with easy-to-follow directions and is plotted on clear and easy to use Ordnance Survey 1:50,000 mapping. Also included are details of distance, timings and difficulty gradings, plus refreshment stops and local knowledge.A Bonus Section hops over the border into England, to give the full lowdown on the classic Long Mynd circuit, featuring the legendary Minton Batch singletrack.Trade Review"Vertebrate Publishing has made a name for itself with a series of glossy, highly polished and well researched guidebooks to some of the UK's favourite riding spots." Mountain Bike Rider (MBR) Magazine "I'd say the best Mountain Bike Guide I've seen to date." Planetfear.com on Yorkshire Dales Mountain Biking - The South Dales"Table of ContentsIntroductionAcknowledgementsHow to Use this BookRights of WayThe BikeEssential KitGeneral SafetyIn the Event of an AccidentRules of the (Off) RoadPlanning Your RideMaps & SymbolsThe Welsh Language (Cymraeg)Section 1: South Wales & Brecon BeaconsSouth Wales & Brecon Beacons IntroductionSouth Wales & Brecon Beacons Area Map & Route Finder1 The Blorenge – Abergavenny Peaks2 Black Mountains Classic3 Mynydd Llangorse – Black Mountains4 The Gap Road – Brecon Beacons5 Sarn Helen & Fforest Fawr6 Rhossili and The Gower7 Preseli Hills – PembrokeshireSection 2: Mid WalesMid Wales IntroductionMid Wales Area Map & Route Finder8 The Doethie Valley – Llandovery9 Irfon Forest – Llanwrtyd Wells10 Llanbedr Hill – Border Country11 Claerwen Valley – Elan Valley12 Elan Valley – Rhayader13 Radnor Forest14 Foel Fadian – MachynllethSection 3: North Wales & SnowdoniaNorth Wales & Snowdonia IntroductionNorth Wales & Snowdonia Area Map & Route Finder15 The Foothills of Cadair – Cadair Idris16 Pont-Scethin – Rhinogau17 Berwyn Hills18 Snowdon19 The Carneddau – Snowdonia20 The Clwydian Hills – Vale of ClwydSection 4: Bonus Section – The Long MyndBonus Section Introduction21 The Long Mynd – ShropshireAppendix

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Book SynopsisThe Cotswold Hills stretch across the counties of Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire, and extend into parts of Wiltshire, Somerset, Worcestershire and Warwickshire. Cotswolds Mountain Biking - 20 Classic Rides by Tom Fenton reveals all on the excellent and varied mountain biking tucked away in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.This book from leading MTB guidebook publisher Vertebrate Publishing features 20 classic rides between 14km and 77km in length, suitable for mountain bikers of all abilities - many of which are within easy reach of major towns and cities, including Birmingham, Coventry, Worcester, Gloucester, Oxford, Banbury, Swindon, Cheltenham and Bristol.Each ride is described with easy-to-follow directions and is plotted on clear and easy to use Ordnance Survey 1:50,000 mapping. Also included with each ride are details of distance, timings and difficulty gradings, plus refreshment stops and local knowledge.A Bonus Section includes details of the riding at Leckhampton Hill and Forest of Dean, plus top tens for descents, climbs and singletrack. A detailed appendix features information on places to eat, drink, stay and have your bike repaired!Trade Review'Vertebrate Publishing has made a name for itself with a series of glossy, highly polished and well-researched guidebooks to some of the UK's favourite riding spots.' Mountain Bike Rider (MBR) MagazineTable of ContentsIntroduction Acknowledgements How to Use this Book Rights of Way The Bike Essential Kit General Safety In the Event of an Accident Rules of the (Off) Road Planning Your Ride Maps & Symbols Cotswolds Mountain Biking – Area Map & Route Finder SECTION 1 – CLASSICS Classics Introduction 1 Cotswold Water Park 2 Cold Aston 3 Blockley & Broad Campden 4 Charlbury Classic 5 Bredon Hill SECTION 2 – EPICS Epics Introduction 6 Winchcombe & Cleeve Hill 7 Charlbury & Shipton 8 Bibury 9 Guiting Power 10 Castle Combe 11 Naunton 12 Nailsworth SECTION 3 – ENDUROS Enduros Introduction 13 Crudwell Classic 14 Birdlip 15 Snowshill 16 Bisley 17 Cam & Uley 18 Wotton-under-Edge SECTION 4 – KILLERS Killers Introduction 19 Nailsworth & Wotton-under-Edge 20 Winchcombe Beast SECTION 5 – BONUS SECTION Bonus Section Introduction Leckhampton Hill Forest of Dean Top Ten Climbs Top Ten Downhills Top Ten Singletracks APPENDIX

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Book SynopsisPeak District Mountain Biking - Dark Peak Trails is the full second edition of the groundbreaking mountain bike guidebook Dark Peak Mountain Biking - True Grit Trails, described by leading mountain biking website Bikemagic.com as 'far and away the best Peak guide we've come across.' All route information has been thoroughly checked for this new edition, to give the most up-to-date and comprehensive guidebook to some of the finest and most popular riding in the country. As with all new Vertebrate MTB guidebooks, this new edition features industry-standard Ordnance Survey mapping, and is illustrated with stunning action photography. Featured within the book are 26 of the best mountain bike rides in the Dark Peak, between 11.5 and 105 (!) kilometres in length, suitable for all levels of mountain bikers. Researched, ridden and written by a local rider, each route features easy-to-follow directions; details of distance, timings and difficulty gradings; refreshment stops and local knowledge; and clear and easy to use Ordnance Survey 1:50,000 maps. A Bonus Section includes Top Ten Climbs, Downhills and Singletracks, Sheffield City Links and a detailed Appendix.Trade Review"Vertebrate Publishing has made a name for itself with a series of glossy, highly polished and well researched guidebooks to some of the UK's favourite riding spots." Mountain Bike Rider (MBR) Magazine "Far and away the best Peak guide we've come across." BIKEmagic.com on the original Dark Peak Mountain Biking"

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Book Synopsis"Cycling Days Out - South East England" is an informative and vibrant guide to the traffic-free family and leisure cycling in Kent, Sussex, Surrey and Hampshire. Written by Deirdre Huston - a keen cyclist and co-author of the popular Cycling in Sussex, "Cycling Days Out" explores tourist trails, country parks, forest riding and much much more. Each area is written up with a detailed introduction, together with comprehensive visitor information, including how to get there - by public transport or car, where to eat and drink, and places of interest. The routes are complemented with a mix of Ordnance Survey and bespoke mapping, together with easy-to-follow directions. The book is finished with stunning action photography throughout. Vertebrate Publishing is one of a new breed of independent publishers, dedicated to producing the very best outdoor titles. We have award-winning and bestselling titles covering a range of activities, including; mountain biking, cycling, rock climbing, hillwalking and others. Our autobiography of British rock climber Jerry Moffatt won the Grand Prize at the 2009 Banff Mountain Book Festival - one of the biggest prizes in publishing in the outdoors, environment and adventure genres.

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Book SynopsisScotland Mountain Biking – Wild Trails Vol.2 features 24 new and classic mountain bike rides across Scotland. Like the original Wild Trails guidebook, this book includes challenging mountain passes, endless singletrack, lochside cruises and more, all in a country named a 'Global Superstar' by the International Mountain Biking Association.Split into three sections – Southern & Central Scotland, North West Scotland & Islands, and North East Scotland – Wild Trails Vol.2 has been researched, ridden and written by Scottish Mountain Bike Guide Phil McKane, and each route features clear and easy to use Ordnance Survey 1:50,000 maps, easy-to-follow directions, details of distance, timings and difficulty gradings, and refreshment stops and local knowledge.The book is illustrated with stunning action photography from top pro photographer Andy McCandlish, and also features a detailed Appendix.

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Book SynopsisGreat British Bike Rides is a celebration of British road cycling.Author Dave Barter brings together 40 of the best road rides in England, Scotland and Wales, searching out the country's most celebrated routes, toughest climbs and most scenic roads.The rides are challenging, they are adventurous, and they are quintessentially British – tackle the classic Fred Whitton in the English Lake District; pit yourself against fearsome climbs inspired by the Dragon Ride in Wales; and feast upon Scotland's stunning scenery following wild roads through Assynt and across Skye.Already a fanatical cyclist, author Dave Barter packed in his job and hit the road, embarking on a 9000-mile tour of Britain to bring together the best riding the country has to offer. His cycle routes are devised specifically for this book, enchaining unforgettable climbs, quiet roads and stunning scenery.Each ride is accompanied by detailed route information, bespoke mapping and a statistical breakdown including every detail the committed cyclist requires. The book is complemented with a set of downloadable GPX files to further aid navigation.Join the cycling revolution and discover the best road cycling in Great Britain.Trade Review'A well thought out and presented guide to some of the best cycle routes in the UK.' – road.ccTable of ContentsPreface Introduction Acknowledgements Riding a Great British bike ride Making your own Great British bike ride How to use this guide The Dashboard Key SOUTHERN ENGLAND Cornwall Dartmoor Exmoor Cheddar & the Flatlands Wiltshire’s White Horses Dorset New Forest Isle of Wight Surrey Hills & Richmond Park Ashdown Forest Chilterns The Captain’s Cotswolds Lanes NORTHERN ENGLAND Telford, the Wrekin & Long Mynd Rutland & the Lake Norfolk Lincolnshire Wolds Cheshire Highlights Tour of the Peak District West Yorkshire Lancashire – Bowland Beast North York Moors Lake District Passes The North Pennines WALES Homage to the Dragon Ride The Gower Peninsula Pembrokeshire Brecon Beacons & the Black Mountains Elan Valley – Rhayader Llangollen & Denbigh Snowdonia SCOTLAND Scottish Borders Glentrool & Ayrshire Glen Finart & Loch Fyne Isle of Mull Circuit of Loch Rannoch Aviemore & Cairn Gorm Loch Ness Isle of Skye Applecross & Torridon Lochinver & Assynt Great British Bike Rides – Vital Statistics

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Book SynopsisSussex Walks is a collection of 20 circular walks, between 3.5 and 12 miles (5 and 19km) in length that explore the length and breadth of the county of Sussex.Wander through the county's varied and interesting landscapes; across open downland, through broadleaf forest and along evolving coastline. The routes are split into two areas – the South Downs and the Weald – and include walks in Ashdown Forest, around Cissbury Ring, over Ditchling Beacon, to Pooh Bridge and along the coast near West Wittering.Each route contains snippets of information on the local area. Learn about the wildlife, the history and the people of the countryside you're walking through. Every walk also includes 'creative starting points' – ideas to encourage you to reflect and respond to the landscape.Researched and written by local author and photographer Deirdre Huston, the walks feature clear and easy-to-use Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 maps, easy-to-follow directions, and information on local history, wildlife, refreshments and terrain.Table of ContentsAcknowledgements Introduction How to Use the Creative Starting PointsHow to Use this BookNavigationSafetyThe Countryside CodeMaps, Descriptions, DistancesArea Map and KeyThe WealdHigh Weald and Ashdown Forest1 Heathland Views and Woodland Wonders2 A Rare Heathland Ramble3 Meadows and Steam Trains4 Pooh Bridge, Hartfield and the WealdLow Weald5 A Cuckfield Stroll6 An Easy Loop through Agricultural Sussex7 Explore Loxwood Canal8 Looping Around Time and Science9 Between Downs and River: Burton PondSouth DownsSouth Downs – East of Brighton10 Inspirational Firle and Charleston11 Mysterious Guardian of the Downs12 Coast, Wilderness and ForestSouth Downs – Central13 Wolstonbury: A Significant Hill14 Tottington: Downland, Farmland and Woods15 Windmills, Wildlife, Flint and Farming16 Downland Doddle with a Choice of PubsSouth Downs – West of Brighton17 A Walk through Green and Pleasant Lands18 A Downland Meander to Cissbury Ring19 A Walk Through Time and Traditions20 The Tidal Creek and West WitteringAbout the Author

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