Walking, hiking, trekking Books

Book SynopsisThe Speyside Way is one of Scotland's four long distance footpaths and runs between between Aviemore and Buckie on the Moray Firth passing through some of Scotland's most beautiful landscapes. This folded strip-map from Footprint is printed on waterproof paper and comes in durable slipcase. It provides compact and concise information for walkers with new maps of the whole 87 mile (140km) route, based on OS data.

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Book SynopsisStraddling the counties of Somerset and Devon, Exmoor is a place which never fails to stir the imagination, thanks to the coastline of stark cliffs lining the Bristol channel, the wooded valleys, tumbling streams and wild moorland. Designation as a national park in 1954 has helped Exmoor's villages and small towns keep their character and, although the moorland can undoubtedly be austere, this unassuming corner of England has an overriding softness and beguiling, timeless charm. The 40 walks in this guide make the most of more than 1000km of public rights of way and the many long-distance walks which criss-cross the landscape, offering something for every kind of walker.

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Book SynopsisA handy, waterproof map breaking down the Fife Pilgrim Way into seven sections. The Fife Pilgrim Way runs between North Queensferry or Culross and St Andrews. It is designed as a varied route for residents and visitors alike, and it is possible to walk the entire signposted path or explore particular sections using the map. The route follows in the footsteps of Medieval pilgrims, passing many sites which reflect Fife's rich history, and which would be familiar to those travellers long ago. The Fife Coastal Path map is based on OS data at a scale of 1:40,000 which gives a detailed guide with grading of the entire 64 miles (104 km) of the route. The map is part of Stirling Surveys' popular Footprint series. For every copy of this map sold, a donation goes towards the practical management of The Fife Pilgrim Way.

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Book Synopsis One name above all others has become associated with walking in the Lake District: Alfred Wainwright, whose seven-volume Pictorial Guide to the Lakeland Fells, first published in 1955- 66, has become the definitive guidebook.  Wainwright’ s meticulously hand-drawn maps, diagrams and drawings take walkers up the 214 principal hills and mountains of the Lake District, describing the main routes of ascent from different starting points, as well as lesser-known variants, showing the summit viewpoint panoramas and the ridge routes that can be made to create longer walks. Every page combines words and illustrations to present the routes in a way that is original, visually appealing and easy to follow. This new edition of Wainwright’ s Walking Guide to the Lake District Fells has been comprehensively revised. Paths, maps, diagrams and route descriptions have been checked and corrected throughout. These

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Book Synopsis One name above all others has become associated with walking in the Lake District: Alfred Wainwright, whose seven-volume Pictorial Guide to the Lakeland Fells, first published in 1955- 66, has become the definitive guidebook.  Wainwright’ s meticulously hand-drawn maps, diagrams and drawings take walkers up the 214 principal hills and mountains of the Lake District, describing the main routes of ascent from different starting points, as well as lesser-known variants, showing the summit viewpoint panoramas and the ridge routes that can be made to create longer walks. Every page combines words and illustrations to present the routes in a way that is original, visually appealing and easy to follow. This new edition of Wainwright’ s Walking Guide to the Lake District Fells has been comprehensively revised. Paths, maps, diagrams and route descriptions have been checked and corrected throughout. These reviTrade Review '. . . the most up to date publication for this area of the Lake District Fells' '. . . the most up to date publication for this area of the Lake District Fells' 'A handy pocket book it is a must for all intent on serious climbs in the Lake District'

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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 SynopsisThe Ridgeway follows one of the oldest 'green roads' in Europe. It runs for 87 miles (140 km) from Overton Hill in the west, across the Marlborough Downs and the Vale of the White Horse, to Ivinghoe Beacon on the northern edge of the Chilterns. This is the complete, official guide for the long-distance walker or the weekend stroller. All you need is this one book. Anthony Burton's official guide has been fully revised and updated for 2013, and this new edition has been completely redesigned with more and bigger photographs and much new background history and information. National Trail Guides are the official guidebooks to the fifteen National Trails in England and Wales and are published in association with Natural England, the official body charged with developing and maintaining the Trails.

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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 Synopsis'Blissfully funny, staggeringly informative, a joyful companion' Caroline Quentin 'Tells the endlessly fascinating tale of Britain's natural history in a way that makes every delicate detail sparkle with life' Charlie Corbett, author of 12 Birds to Save Your Life When we go for a walk, whether in the countryside or city, we pass through landscapes full of natural beauty and curiosities both visible and invisible - but though we might admire the view, or wonder idly about the name of a flower, we rarely have the knowledge to fully engage with what we see. When we do, our sense of place is expanded, our understanding deepened and we can discover richness in even the most everyday stroll. John Wright has been leading forays around Britain for decades. As an expert forager, he shows people how to identify the edible species that abound - but he also reveals the natural history, stories and science behind our surroundings. Here, he takes us with him on eight walks: from verdant forests to wild coastlines, via city pavements, fields and rolling hills, he illuminates what can be found on a walk across any British terrain, and how you might observe and truly understand them, for yourself. Warm, wise and endlessly informative, with helpful illustrations and suggested routes, this book will help you to see the world around you with new eyes: no walk will be the same again.Trade ReviewJohn's passion for the natural world is infectious. His knowledge and understanding of the flora and fauna that surrounds us all makes this book an essential read for ramblers. When you see things others miss, every walk is fascinating. -- Jo Brown, author * Secrets of a Devon Wood *Blissfully funny, staggeringly informative, a joyful companion for those of us who are learning to value the natural world. Urban, coastal or rural nature lovers ... It's all here. -- Caroline QuentinSimply revelatory * Saga *Witty, informative, and beautifully illustrated * Reader’s Digest *Praise for The Forager's Calendar: 'He writes so engagingly ... [This book] is a treasure. It is beautifully produced, designed and illustrated. -- John Carey * The Sunday Times *John Wright writes as though he's talking directly to you, a good friend in the same room. His harvest of fascinating information is worn lightly, with funny, whimsical observations * BBC Countryfile *A hugely useful, well-illustrated and often funny book * The Times *

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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 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 SynopsisA guide to exploring and enjoying the river Thames and its tributaries through the 50 best riverside walks.The River Thames is a beautifully rich and diverse 215-mile stretch of water that so many of us enjoy walking along for half an hour, half a day, or days on end courtesy of the wonderful Thames Path. Explore further and you discover the Thames tributaries the rivers and streams that flow into the Thames from miles in all directions. This natural network has an enormous catchment area, right across Southern England into the Thames Estuary. From a small source stream in Gloucestershire, across varied and historic countryside, through London and into the wide estuary entering the North Sea, the Thames and its tributaries are a plentiful area for exploration and enjoyment.Exploring the Thames Rivers and Streams helps you do just that. The book presents the 33 primary rivers that flow from the Thames and within these chapters describes 50 wonderful walks that best explore the beauty these tributaries have to offer. The walks vary between 4 and 12 miles long and explore a variety of chalk streams, wet woodlands, lakes, reedbeds, flood meadows and canals, where you can pause, observe the wildlife, read about the interesting and historical places featured, or enjoy the waterside with a wild swim, picnic or paddle. Each chapter also features beautiful photography and informative maps.

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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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Book Synopsis`I was very grateful for today’s near perfect visibility and, despite the late hour, just had to sit down to take it all in.’ On a late April morning, lover of landscapes and professional geologist John Sutcliffe, approaching his 70th birthday, sets out on a backpacking trek from Cape Cornwall in South West England to Cape Wrath on the north-westerly tip of Scotland: a breathtaking 1,250-mile-long walk. Starting out along the sea cliffs of Cornwall and heading inland across the remote moor country of Dartmoor, Exmoor and the marshy Somerset Levels, John crosses into Wales and follows the delightful Welsh border to Shropshire. Continuing into the limestone dales of Derbyshire, he then treads the Pennine Way for 250 miles to the Scottish Borders, often sharing his campsite with the creatures of the night, facing unforeseen challenges and making new friends along the way. After traversing the Southern Uplands of Scotland and the Pentland Hills – hidden gems that many walkers overlook – he then follows the West Highland Way to Fort William where he clocks up 1,000 miles and takes a brief pause for his mother’s 100th birthday. Celebrations over, he sets out across the rugged and wonderfully remote North West Highlands of Ardgour, Knoydart, Torridon and Sutherland, exploring the bothy network along the Cape Wrath Trail and pitting himself against the elements with the onset of Hurricane Bertha. Whether wild camping with curlews or indulging in the occasional hot-shower luxury of a guest house en route, John furnishes his story with details of the cultural and political heritage and the geology underpinning the stunning landscapes encountered on his journey. Cape to Cape is an inspiring story of one man’s celebration of the diverse British countryside.Trade Review`An incredible feat, not just of tenacity and endurance but also of observation and narrative. Stories along the way abound in this one-man mission to straddle an island. I am deeply envious.’ (Mike Harding); `An entertaining story of a walk from Cape Cornwall to Cape Wrath. Captures well the spirit of solo backpacking. The author carries you along with him on his adventure. Lovely photos too.’ (Chris Townsend).Table of ContentsPreamble; Chapter 1 Cornwall to the Tamar; Chapter 2 Devon and Somerset to the Severn Bridge; Chapter 3 The Welsh Borders; Chapter 4 The Midlands; Chapter 5 The Derbyshire Dales; Chapter 6 The South Pennines; Chapter 7 The North Pennines and Cheviots; Chapter 8 Southern Scotland; Chapter 9 The West Highland Way; Chapter 10 The Cape Wrath Trail; Appendix 1 Equipment List; Appendix 2 Daily Log; Acknowledgements; List of Maps: Map 1 Cape to Cape, Map 2 South West England, Map 3 Welsh Borders to Derbyshire Dales, Map 4 The Pennine Way, Map 5 Southern Uplands to Scottish Highlands, Map 6 The Cape Wrath Trail.

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Book SynopsisIn 2008 Mark Clarke embarked on a journey to visit the highest point in each of the eighty-five historic counties in Great Britain. Over the course of four years, he walked over 500 miles and climbed over 100,000 feet, sampling all that is great about Britain along the way. Mark's journey took in the mountainous summits of Scotland and Wales (Ben Nevis, the county top of Inverness-shire, and Snowdon, the county top of Caernarfonshire) as well as dozens of less visited high points, such as the unfortunately named Boring Field in Huntingdonshire. High Point is Mark's account of his experiences and the challenges he faced in his travels - including suffering a broken leg on a remote hillside in Scotland while walking alone. It is rich with historical information and observations about Britain's counties and serves as an indispensable guide to the historic and modern counties of Great Britain and their highest points. Each county has its own gazetteer section with information about the county, the county top, Mark's ascent and local information. High point walk directions are accompanied by an Ordnance Survey map to help you plan your own High Point adventure.

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Book SynopsisDay Walks on the Pembrokeshire Coast features 20 classic coastal routes between 6.5 miles and 13 miles (10.4km and 20.8km) in length, suitable for hillwalkers of all abilities. Local author and walker Harri Roberts shares his favourite walks in the national park, including a meander along Bosherston Lily Ponds – a series of interconnected lakes, rich in wildlife; the 650-million-year-old sea cliffs of St Brides, studded with the less-common, upland-loving sessile oak; and retracing the steps of Wales’s patron saint, from St Davids to St Justinian’s.The routes are in five areas: the South Pembrokeshire Coast, Daugleddau, the West Pembrokeshire Coast, the North Pembrokeshire Coast, and the Preseli Hills.Each route features Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 maps; easy-to-follow directions; details and distance and navigation info, and refreshment stops and local information.Table of ContentsIntroductionAcknowledgementsAbout the walksNavigationGPSMobile phonesFootpaths and rights of wayComfortSafetyMOD closuresTraveline CymruThe Countryside CodeHow to use this bookMaps, descriptions, distancesKm/mile conversion chartWelsh place namesPembrokeshire Coast Area MapSection 1 – South Pembrokeshire Coast1 Saundersfoot Bay2 Lamphey to Tenby3 Bosherston & Stackpole4 Angle PeninsulaSection 2 – Daugleddau5 Landshipping Quay & LawrennySection 3 – West Pembrokeshire Coast6 Dale Peninsula7 St Brides & the Marloes Peninsula8 St Brides & Borough Head9 St Davids to Newgale10 St Davids & St Justinian’sSection 4 – North Pembrokeshire Coast11 St Davids Head12 Trefin, Porthgain & Abercastle13 Aber Bach & Pwll Deri14 Pen Caer15 Dinas Island & Mynydd Dinas16 Newport & Carn Ingli17 Cemaes Head & Ceibwr BaySection 5 – Preseli Hills18 Cwm Gwaun19 Foel Cwmcerwyn & Foel Eryr20 Mynachlog-ddu & Foel DrygarnAppendix

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Book SynopsisA walking guide to this historic London neighbourhood, uncovering its countercultural roots. A delightful English/Japanese pocket-size guide to London's most popular district. Through four walks London writer Julian Mash uncovers the history, culture and fascinating characters that have made Notting Hill so iconic. Beautifully laid out including several photographic images and four hand-drawn maps, the guide will appeal to both tourists and residents alike. Key Points: Good sales potential to tourists visiting this hugely popular area of London. Appeals to residents as it uncovers the lesser-known Notting Hill. Stylish pocket-size guide illustrated with hand drawn maps and photographs. Taps into the burgeoning interest in literary walks and psychogeography made popular by writers such as Ian Nairn, Iain Sinclair, Matthew Beaumont

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Book SynopsisWinter Walks in the Lake District is a collection of enjoyable walks and easy winter climbs designed to make the most of the winter conditions that regularly descend on the Lake District.Local author Stephen Goodwin has selected his favourite cold-weather outings, which all share the magic and exhilaration that snow or even a hoar frost brings to the Lakeland fells.The routes include accessible jaunts up Gowbarrow, High Rigg and Latrigg, Keswick’s ‘house mountain’ – an ideal spot to survey the snow cover on the bigger tops to the south; ascents of Helvellyn from the east and west, via classic and lesser-known ridgelines, or graded climbs on Browncove Crags and Nethermost Pike; high-level horseshoes above Haweswater and Langdale; and, of course, ascents of the classics – Scafell Pike, Blencathra, Great End – although not necessarily by the most travelled routes.Alongside advice on winter conditions and kit, each of the routes in this book features detailed introductions and directions, Ordnance Survey 1:25,000-scale maps, photo topos for the graded winter climbs where appropriate, and local information such as the best pubs and cafes.Table of ContentsIntroduction AcknowledgementsAbout the routesCraft & safetyKitFootwear & cramponsMobile phonesMountain rescueMountain rescue by SMS textAccess & conservationThe Countryside CodeMaps, descriptions, distancesArea map & route finder1 Grisedale Pike & Coledale1a Grisedale Pike1b Coledale Horseshoe1c A Coledale Shortie2 Latrigg3 Blencathra3a Hall’s Fell Ridge (grade I)3b Sharp Edge (grade II)4 High Rigg & St John’s in the Vale4a East Route4b West Route5 Browncove Crags & Helvellyn (grades I–II)6 Gowbarrow7 Catstye Cam, Helvellyn & Striding Edge8 Grisedale Trilogy (Patterdale)8a Nethermost Gully (grade II)8b Nethermost Pike via East Ridge8c Dollywaggon Pike via The Tongue9 Dove Crag & Little Hart Crag10 Riggindale & High Street11 Bow Fell & Crinkle Crags (grade I/II option)12 Scafell Pike via Piers Gill Path13 Great End (grade I/II option)Appendix

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Book SynopsisHighly Commended, Outdoor Book category, Outdoor Writers and Photographers Guild Awards for Excellence 2019We are all climbing where we are and with the gear we use in no small part due to Tony Howard’s quest for adventure.Tony Howard rose to fame in 1965 as a member of a group of young climbers from northern England who made the first British ascent of Norway’s Troll Wall; a climb described by Joe Brown as, ‘One of the greatest ever achievements by British rock climbers’. Tony went on to design the modern sit harness, now used worldwide by most climbers. He founded the company Troll Climbing Equipment but never stopped exploring. Quest into the Unknown is his story.Tony has dedicated his life to travelling the world in search of unclimbed rock faces and remote trekking adventures. The scale of his travels is vast: he has visited all of the North African countries, much of the Arab land of the Middle East, the mountainous regions of Scandinavia, Canada and the rocky spine of the Americas, the Himalaya, remote Indian provinces, South East Asia, Madagascar, South Georgia and Antarctica. This book, the last word in adventure travel, takes the reader from Tony’s youth spent developing the crags of the English Peak District, via whaling ships in the Southern Ocean, thousand-mile canoe trips in the Canadian Arctic, living amongst the Bedouin in the rocky mountains of Jordan, to the isolated opium tribes of Thailand.Tony Howard’s Quest into the Unknown is the jaw-dropping account of a life of adventure that is the very definition of true exploration.Table of ContentsPrecis; PART ONE; Chapter 1. Early Days -Part One; Chapter 2. Early Days -Part Two; Chapter 3. Early Days -Part Three; Chapter 4. Teenage Kicks -Part One; Chapter 5. Teenage Kicks -Part Two; Chapter 6. The Rimmon; Chapter 7. Whaling Days -South Georgia Bound; Chapter 8. Whaling Days -Antarctic Adventures; Chapter 9. Keep on Rockin’; Chapter 10. Winter Wanderings; Chapter 11. Norway -Arctic Adventures; Chapter 12. Jobs on the Rocks; Chapter 13. Dolomite Days; Chapter 14. Moroccan Mountains; Chapter 15. Norway -The Troll Wall and other escapades; Chapter 16. Life on the Ocean Wave; Chapter 17. Norway -The Romsdal Years; Chapter 18. The Times they are a-Changing; Chapter 19. On the Road Again; Chapter 20. Canada -Yukon Yarns; Chapter 21. Canada -‘The Trail of ’98’; Chapter 22. Homeward Bound; Chapter 23. Back Home; Chapter 24. Greenland; Chapter 25. Life at Troll; Chapter 26. Persian Perambulations; Chapter 27. And Then There Were Two; Chapter 28. Atakor Adventures; Chapter 29. Meanwhile, Back at Work …; Chapter 30. Spanish Rock; Chapter 31. Morocco -Here Comes the Sun; Chapter 32. Alpine Adventures; Chapter 33. All Change …; Chapter 34. Hard Rock Days; Chapter 35. Sudan Saga -Kassala Mountains; Chapter 36. Sudan Saga -Ticket to Ride ; PART TWO; Chapter 37. Exploring Jordan -Wadi Rum Discovery; Chapter 38. Exploring Jordan -Rum Rock ; Chapter 39. Exploring Jordan -Petra’s Secret Canyon; Chapter 40. Exploring Jordan -Beyond Petra ; Chapter 41. Exploring Jordan -More Rum Goings On; Chapter 42. Exploring Jordan -Bedouin Rock; Chapter 43. Travels in Thailand; Chapter 44. Oman Odyssey -A Surprise Christmas; Chapter 45. Oman Odyssey -Musandam to Dhofar; Chapter 46. Exploring Egypt -Sinai and the Red Sea Mountains; Chapter 47. Exploring Egypt -Some You Win, and Some You Lose; Chapter 48. Incredible India -The Western Ghats and Beyond; Chapter 49. Incredible India -Ladakh and Beyond; Chapter 50. Exploring Ethiopia -The Roof of Africa; Chapter 51. A Libyan Invitation; Chapter 52. Middle Eastern Meanderings; Chapter 53. Exploring Jordan -The Lowest Adventures on Earth; Chapter 54. Madagascar -Mystical Mountains; Chapter 55. Welcome to Palestine; Chapter 56. Exploring Egypt -If at First You Don’t Succeed …; Chapter 57. Exploring Egypt -Nubian Nemesis; Chapter 58. Incredible India -The North East Frontier; Chapter 59. Incredible India -Saramati Surprise; Chapter 60. Palestine -Is there anybody out there?; Chapter 61. Exploring Jordan -The Knife Canyon; Chapter 62. Mali -Mountains, Magic and Music; Chapter 63. Exploring Jordan -New Discoveries; Chapter 64. Exploring Jordan -The Jordan Trail; Chapter 65. Incredible India -A Walk on the Wild Side; Chapter 66. Exploring Jordan -Back on the Trail; Chapter 67. Memory Lane; Chapter 68. The End of The Trail; Postscript.

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Book SynopsisDay Walks on the High Weald features 20 circular routes between 6.5 and 13.9 miles (10.5km and 22.4km) in length, spread across this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the south-east of England. Local author Deirdre Huston has compiled her favourite walks in the region, which showcase the High Weald’s rich history and varied landscape.Walk down old coach roads. Clamber through deserted woodland and along riverbanks. March past castles and skirt battlefields. Linger in meadows and leap across Wealden streams. See the countryside that inspired A.A. Milne and Rudyard Kipling. Visit Hastings Country Park, stroll around Bewl Water and through tranquil St Leonard’s Forest. Marvel at the Ouse Valley Viaduct and Bodiam castle, and consider the epic history of Battle and its surrounding landscape.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 ContentsIntroductionAcknowledgementsAbout the walksWalk timesNavigationGPS and mobile phonesFootpaths and rights of wayComfortSafetyThe Countryside CodeWalking near livestockHow to use this bookMaps, descriptions, distancesKm/mile conversion chartLong-distance trailsFurther readingHigh Weald Area MapSection 1 West High Weald1 Classic High Weald in the Heart of Sussex2 Standen, Weir Wood Reservoir & the Lost Manor of Brambletye3 A Search for the Dragon of St Leonard’s Forest4 A Village Green & the Ouse Valley Viaduct5 The Walk of Many Last Climbs: Balcombe Lake & Ardingly ReservoirSection 2 The Heart Of The High Weald6 Take the High Weald Trail to Hartfield7 Rocks, Railway & Heath8 A Wild & Woodland Walk Around Mayfield9 Wealden Woods & the River Medway10 A Circuit from the South Chase of the Ashdown ForestSection 3 Orchard Country11 Kipling’s High Weald: Pook’s Hill & Ridge Views12 Ancient Routeways: Benenden to Rolvenden13 Orchards & Goudhurst’s Stand Against Smugglers14 Rolling Fields & High Weald Views15 A Loop Around Bewl WaterSection 4 Saxon Shore & 1066 Country16 Cadborough Cliff, Tillingham Valley & Rye17 Along the River of Time to Bodiam Castle18 Battle & its Wider Landscape19 Countryside & Coast: Hastings20 Waterways & Wide-Open Spaces of the Rother ValleyAppendix

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Book SynopsisDay Walks in Somerset features 20 routes between 7 and 15 miles (11km and 24km) in length, spread across the county of Somerset, including the Exmoor National Park. Researched and written by experienced and local authors Jen and Sim Benson, the walks range from gentle rambles to more challenging day walks, all through interesting and varied landscapes. Split into five sections – Exmoor; Quantock Hills & Blackdown Hills; Somerset Levels; Mendip Hills; and Bath & North East Somerset – this guidebook explores the best that Somerset has to offer. 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 ContentsSomerset Area Map & Route Finder Introduction Acknowledgements About the walks Navigation GPS & mobile phones Comfort Safety The Countryside Code How to use this book Maps, descriptions, distances Km/mile conversion chart Section 1 – Exmoor 1 Selworthy & Bossington, 16.5km 2 Dunkery Beacon & Horner Wood, 18km 3 Dunster Castle & Woods, 17km 4 Around Wimbleball Lake, 13.4km Section 2 – Quantock Hills & Blackdown Hills 5 Kilve Coast & Beacon Hill, 20.1km 6 Northern Quantock Hills, 11.2km 7 Wills Neck & Cothelstone Hill, 15.6km 8 East Deane Way Link-Up, 19.4km Section 3 – Somerset Levels 9 Bridgwater & Taunton Canal, 21.9km 10 Burrow Mump & West Sedgemoor, 24.2km 11 Collard Hill & Lollover Hill, 12.5km 12 Cadbury Castle & the Corton Ridge, 16.3km Section 4 – Mendip Hills 13 Brean Down, 20.6km 14 Crook Peak, 14km 15 Cheddar Gorge, 15.5km 16 Ebbor Gorge, 12km Section 5 – Bath & North East Somerset 17 Ashton Court & Leigh Woods, 13.3km 18 Ammerdown, 12.6km 19 Cotswold Way, 17.9km 20 Kennet & Avon Canal Loop, 14.6km Appendix

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Book SynopsisDay Walks in Northumberland features 20 routes between 7.6 and 14.5 miles (12.2km and 23.3km) in length, spread across the coast and the countryside of Northumberland and suitable for hillwalkers of all abilities. Researched and written by local walking guide David Wilson, this book covers the best that this varied county has to offer.Walk over sand dunes and past castles at Bamburgh and Dunstanburgh, discover the history of Roman Britain at Hadrian's Wall, explore the industrial heritage around the River South Tyne and follow the Pilgrim's Way to Lindisfarne.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 ContentsIntroductionAcknowledgementsAbout the walksWalk timesNavigationLong-distance trailsSafetyThe Countryside CodeMaps, descriptions, distancesKm/mile conversion chartNorthumberland Area MapSection 1 – Northumberland Coast1 Coast & Castles2 The Holy Island of Lindisfarne3 Druridge Bay & River CoquetSection 2 – Northumberland National Park4 Walltown & the Whin Sill5 Classic Hadrian’s Wall Country6 Rothbury & Simonside Ridge7 Hedgehope Hill & Breamish Valley8 Ad Gefrin9 College Valley10 The Cheviot11 Barrowburn & the Border Ridge12 Border Reivers & Tarset BurnSection 3 – History & Heritage13 Kielder Water North Shore14 Bolam Lake & Shaftoe Crags15 Alnwick Castle Estate16 Castles of the Tweed & Till17 Morpeth & River Wansbeck18 Allendale & Isaac’s Tea Trail19 Thrunton Wood20 River South Tyne & RailsAppendix

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Book SynopsisDay Walks in the South Pennines features 20 circular walks between 5 and 18 miles (8km and 29 km) in length, spread across West Yorkshire, Lancashire and Greater Manchester. Researched and written by knowledgeable and experienced author Paul Besley, the walks range from gentle rambles to more challenging day walks, all through striking and varied terrain.The routes are split into two geographical areas – Southern Walks, including routes around Dovestones, Ramsden Clough and Holmfirth; and Northern Walks, including routes around Hebden Bridge, Hardcastle Crags and Ilkley Moor.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.

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Book SynopsisSheffield Round Walk is a 15-mile circular walk covering the beautiful south-west corner of the city. It reveals the stunning and varied landscapes of this part of the city, you’ll see ancient woodlands, river valleys, pretty Victorian suburbs and parkland, and you’ll glimpse the moorland above the city. Written by Sheffield local Jon Barton, the text is peppered with interesting detail about Sheffield’s industrial past, geology and the varied and surprising wildlife that can be seen on this walk. The walk starts and finishes at Hunter’s Bar Roundabout, where you can visit the lovely independent shops and cafes along Ecclesall Road and Sharrow Vale Road. From here the route goes through Endcliffe Park following the Porter Brook to Ringinglow. Next, pick up the Limb Brook, following it down to Ecclesall Woods and then on to Beauchief. Onwards through Graves Park, Meersbrook Park and passing the River Sheaf before climbing up through Nether Edge and Chelsea Park and back to the start. The walk is split into four linear sections, which vary in character from peaceful and rural to lively and urban. Each section includes plenty of ideas for places to visit on the route as well as details of local cafes and pubs.Together with stunning photography, this book features Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 maps, easy-to-follow directions, refreshment stops and places to visit on and near the route.Table of ContentsIntroductionAcknowledgementsRun or walk?Walk timesThe Countryside CodeMaps, descriptions, distancesKm/mile conversion chartSheffield Area Map1 Porter Valley2 Limb Valley3 Sheaf Valley4 Gleadless ValleyFurther Information

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Book SynopsisWest Sussex is a walker''s paradise with varied landscapes including weald and chalk downland, dense woodland, and, of course, the stunning coast. With half the county designated as protected countryside, this new collection of 100 walks of up to 12 miles will help you explore the best of this beautiful and timeless landscape. The Crowood Walking Guides give detailed and accurate route descriptions of the 100 walks. Full-colour mapping is included which is sourced from the Ordnance Survey. Details of where to park and where to eat and drink are included and also places of interest to see along the way.

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Book SynopsisThis unique guide will prove a fascinating and illuminating companion for both sophisticated visitors to the Eternal City and armchair travelers seeking a novel perspective into Rome's rich history.Trade ReviewLatin is a less and less common attainment even among educated travellers, so Tyler Lansford has come to the rescue... If this book is not slipped into many a Rome-bound suitcase, there is no justice in the world. I can think of few more enjoyable companions on a prowl through the city. -- Jane Stevenson Times Literary Supplement 2010 The Latin Inscriptions of Rome is a delight, one to which I shall turn and to which I shall send my students when in Rome, and which I recommend to everyone interested in gaining a wealth of detailed information about 'the epigraphic habit' and its importance to our understanding not just of ancient Rome, but of every era of the Eternal City's incredible history. -- James C. Anderson Classical Outlook 2010 Tyler Lansford... has put together the most original and stimulating guide to the Eternal City of the hundreds published in recent years. -- Masolino D'Amico La Stampa 2010Table of ContentsPrefaceIntroductionArms of Selected PopesGeneral Abbreviations and SymbolsLatin and Greek AbbreviationsGeneral Map1. The Capitoline Hill2. The Forum & Environs3. The Subura & Environs4. The Esquiline Hill5. From the Forum Boarium to San Paolo fuori le Mura6. From San Clemente to the Via Appia7. The Lateran & Environs8. The Quirinal Hill9. From San Marco to Piazza di Spagna10. From Piazza del Popolo to Piazza Colonna11. The Pantheon & Environs12. From Corso del Rinascimento to Via Giulia13. From Via del Pellegrino to Santa Cecilia14. From Ponte Sisto to the Acqua Paola15. The Borgo & the VaticanGlossaryMetrical SchemesIndex of First LinesIndex of Sites

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Book SynopsisTrailblazer British Walking Guide to the Pennine Way, Britain's best-known National Trail that winds for 256 miles through three National Parks - the Peak District, Yorkshire Dales and Northumberland. This superb footpath showcases Britain's finest upland scenery, while touching the literary landscape of the Bronte family and Roman history along Hadrian's Wall. 138 large-scale walking maps - at just under 1:20,000 - showing route times, gradients, where to stay, interesting features. Guides to 57 towns and villages - along the way. Itineraries for all walkers - whether walking the route in its entirety or sampling the highlights on day walks and short breaks. Practical information for all budgets - Edale to Kirk Yetholm. Where to stay with reviews - B&Bs, hostels, campsites, pubs and hotels. Where to eat with reviews. What to see, plus detailed town plans. Public transport information - for all access points on the path. GPS waypoints - also downloadable from the Trailblazer website. Extra colour sections: 16pp colour introduction and 16pp of colour mapping for stage sections (one stage per page) with trail profiles. Trade Review'The sketch maps of the route are clear and have useful information on what you see on the ground.' Backpack, Backpackers Club, autumn, 2023

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Book SynopsisThis guidebook presents 60 routes covering some of the best day walks, scrambles, hut-to-hut walks, alpine mountaineering, sport climbing, via ferratas, mountain-biking routes, road rides, city and trail runs and family activities the Innsbruck area has to offer. Ideal for a multi-activity holiday or for the keen amateur seeking a summary of the local highlights, it includes suggestions to suit most abilities and ambitions, from gentle strolls to adrenalin-filled mountain adventures, suitable only for those with the appropriate equipment and experience. Nearly all the activities are accessible by public transport from Innsbruck and many take advantage of the region's fantastic network of alpine huts. Route descriptions are illustrated with maps, profiles and photo topos, and you'll also find practical advice on transport, accommodation and equipment. Long popular as a winter sports destination, Innsbruck also has much to offer the summer visitor, with many kilometres of paths and trails, sport climbing crags, via ferrata routes and engaging activity trails for children.Table of ContentsMap key Regional overview map Innsbruck city map Overview map: walks and family activities Overview map: adventure walks and scrambles, alpine mountaineering, sport climbing and via ferratas Overview map: cycling and running routes Introduction History of the region Geography and geology Plants and wildlife Art and culture Other activities Getting there and getting around When to go Accommodation Tourist information Language Health and safety Mountain guides Using this guide Walking Day walks Route 1 Innsbrucker Almenweg Route 2 Zirbenweg Route 3 Grawa waterfall Route 4 Dreiseen hiking trail Route 5 Elferhütte Route 6 Three lakes, Seefeld Plateau Route 7 Arzler Alm Route 8 Aldranser Alm Route 9 Bodenstein Alm Route 10 Kreither Alm Adventure walks and scrambles Route 11 Wildewasserweg Route 12 Südlicher and Nordlicher Polleskogel Route 13 Glungezer klettersteig Route 14 Brandjochspitze Route 15 Nordgrat-Vordere Sommerwand Route 16 Nordgrat Zwölferkogel Overnight hut walks Route 17 Halltal hike Route 18 Nordkette traverse Route 19 Karwendel traverse Route 20 Rofan Range hike Alpine mountaineering Route 21 Habicht Route 22 Wilder Freiger Route 23 Zuckerhütl Route 24 Wildspitze Sport climbing Route 25 Arzbergklamm Route 26 OeAV klettergarten Route 27 Engelswand Route 28 Rofan cragging, Achensee Route 29 Klettergarten Oetz Route 30 Emmentaler multi-pitch Via ferratas Route 31 Innsbrucker klettersteig Route 32 Achensee 5 Gipfel Route 33 Crazy Eddy klettersteig Route 34 Peter Kofler klettersteig Route 35 Ochsenwand/Schlicker klettersteig Route 36 Geierwand klettersteig Route 37 Kühtai Panorama klettersteig Route 38 Absamer klettersteig (plus Westgrat and Eisengattergrat klettersteig) Mountain biking Route 39 Nordkette singletrail Route 40 Karwendel loop Route 41 Rinn to the Rinner Alm Route 42 Aldrans to Aldranser Alm Route 43 Maria Waldrast tour Route 44 Mutters loop Road cycling Route 45 Gnadenwald Plateau Route 46 Innsbruck loop Route 47 Igls loop Route 48 Innsbruck to the Mieminger Plateau Route 49 Innsbruck - Telfs - Innsbruck City and trail running Route 50 Brücken Runde Route 51 Bergisel-Lauf city run Route 52 Sill-Inn-Schleife Route 53 Wolfele-Wilde-weg Route 54 Mühlau Runde Family activities Route 55 Wusel lake trail, Achensee Route 56 Ghost trail, Oberperfuss Route 57 Scheibenweg trail Route 58 Kugelwald Adventure World, Glungezer Route 59 Patscherkofel summit path Route 60 Piburgersee Appendix A Route summary tables Appendix B Useful contacts Appendix C Glossary Appendix D Index of routes by location

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Book SynopsisThis guide presents the Pyrenean Haute Route in 44 day stages, which are divided between five sections: since each section starts and finishes at a location accessible by public transport, they can be walked individually if you don't have a spare month-and-a-half for a complete thru-hike. Although the route offers excellent opportunities for wild camping, each stage finishes at a mountain hut or village, meaning that you can sleep under a roof every night if you prefer. Clear route description is accompanied by 1:100,000 mapping. There are bad weather variants and alternatives to avoid the most technical sections, and the guide also includes optional ascents of 10 classic summits, including Vignemale, Pic du Taillon and the highest peak in the Pyrenees, Pico de Aneto. You'll also find helpful advice on travel to and from the route, equipment and safety. There are three main trekking routes across the Pyrenees from coast to coast: of these, the Pyrenean Haute Route (or HRP for Haute Route Pyrénéenne) is the most challenging - and arguably, the most spectacular. Unlike the GR10 and GR11, it is not waymarked and borders on mountaineering at times, sticking as closely as possible to the main ridge. It stretches 750km from the Atlantic resort of Hendaye to Banyuls-sur-Mer on the Mediterranean, crossing the French-Spanish border many times on its traverse. The hike calls for experience, navigational competence and self-reliance, but offers rich rewards as you pass through some of the most stunning landscapes the region has to offer. From the rolling green foothills of the Basque Country to High Pyrenean landscapes of aquamarine lakes nestled among 3000m peaks, the scenery is as varied as it is beautiful. Highlights include the karst terrain of Pic d'Anie, the Ossoue glacier, Lac de Mar in the picturesque Val d'Aran and the dramatic Cirque de Gavarnie with its towering cascade.Table of ContentsPreface Map key Overview map Route summary tables Introduction The route Geology Plants and wildlife Mountain weather When to go Getting there Accommodation and services Food, drink and fuel What to take Maps Path conditions Insurance, mountain safety and rescue Using this guide Section 1: Hendaye to Lescun Day 1 Hendaye to Col de Lizuniaga Day 2 Col de Lizuniaga to Arizkun Day 3 Arizkun to Aldudes Day 4 Aldudes to Roncesvalles Day 5 Roncesvalles to Egurgui Day 6 Egurgui to Col Bagargui Day 7 Col Bagargui to Cabane d'Ardan#xe9; Day 8 Cabane d'Ardan#xe9; to Source de Marmitou Day 9 Source de Marmitou to Lescun Variant 1 From Refugi de Belagua to Lescun via La Pierre Saint-Martin Section 2: Lescun to Gavarnie Day 10 Lescun to Refuge d'Arlet Day 11 Refuge d'Arlet to Candanchu Day 12 Candanchu to Refuge de Pombie Day 13 Refuge de Pombie to Refuge de Larribet Day 14 Refuge de Larribet to Refuge Wallon Variant 2 Refuge d'Arr#xe9;moulit to Refuge Wallon Summit 1 Grande Fache (3005m) from Refuge Wallon Day 15 Refuge Wallon to Refuge de Bayssellance Summit 2 Vignemale (3298m) from Refuge de Bayssellance Day 16 Refuge de Bayssellance to Gavarnie Summit 3 Le Taillon (3144m) from Gavarnie Section 3: Gavarnie to Salardú Day 17 Gavarnie to H#xe9;as Summit 4 Pim#xe9;n#xe9; (2801m) from Refuge des Espuguettes Day 18 H#xe9;as to Parz#xe1;n Variant 3 Parz#xe1;n via the high route to Hourquette de H#xe9;as Day 19 Parz#xe1;n to Refugio de Viados Day 20 Refugio de Viados to Refuge de la Soula Day 21 Refuge de la Soula to Refuge du Portillon Day 22 Refuge du Portillon to Refugio de la Renclusa Summit 5 Pic Perdigu#xe8;re (3222m) from Portal de Remune Summit 6 Pico de Aneto (3404m) from Refugio de la Renclusa Day 23 Refugio de la Renclusa to Hospital de Vielha Day 24 Hospital de Vielha to Refugi de la Restanca Day 25 Refugi de la Restanca to Salardú Summit 7 Montardo d'Aran (2826m) from the Coll de Crestada Variant 4 Three days on the GR11 from Refugio de Viados to 
Hospital de Vielha Section 4: Salardú to l'Hospitalet-pr#xe8;s-l'Andorre Day 26 Salardú to Refugi Gr#xe0;cia Airoto Day 27 Refugi Gr#xe0;cia Airoto to Alós d'Isil Day 28 Alós d'Isil to Refugi Enric Pujol Summit 8 Mont Roig (2868m) from Refugi Enric Pujol Day 29 Refugi Enric Pujol to Refugi de Certascan Variant 5 To Noarre via Tavascan Summit 9 Pic de Certascan (2853m) from Coll de Certascan Day 30 Refugi de Certascan to Refugi de Baborte/del Cinquantenari Day 31 Refugi de Baborte/del Cinquantenari to Étang de la Soucarrane Day 32 Étang de la Soucarrane to Refugi de Sorteny Day 33 Refugi de Sorteny to Refugi de Cabana Sorda Day 34 Refugi de Cabana Sorda to l'Hospitalet-pr#xe8;s-l'Andorre Section 5: L'Hospitalet-pr#xe8;s-l'Andorre to Banyuls-sur-Mer Day 35 L'Hospitalet-pr#xe8;s-l'Andorre to Refuge des B#xe9;sines Day 36 Refuge des B#xe9;sines to Refuge des Bouillouses Variant 6 GR10 to Refuge des Bouillouses Day 37 Refuge des Bouillouses to Eyne Day 38 Eyne to Refugi d'Ull de Ter Summit 10 Pic des Bastiments (2881m) Day 39 Refugi d'Ull de Ter to Refuge de Mariailles Day 40 Refuge de Mariailles to Refuge de Bat#xe8;re Variant 7 GR10 to Refuge des Cortalets Day 41 Refuge de Bat#xe8;re to Moulin de la Palette Day 42 Moulin de la Palette to Las Illas Day 43 Las Illas to Col de l'Ouillat Day 44 Col de l'Ouillat to Banyuls-sur-Mer Appendix A Useful contacts Appendix B Glossary Appendix C Facilities table

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Book SynopsisThis attractive and cleverly structured guide gives walkers ten of the finest walks to the most amazing viewpoints in the Lake District National Park 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 walks include: Gummer's How, Carron Crag, Orrest Head, Wastwater, Rannerdale Knotts, Low Fell, Hallin Fell, Walla Crag, Latrigg and Great Mell Fell.

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Book SynopsisThe go-to Eastern Crete travel guide travel guide for discovering the best walks and car tours. Strap on your boots and discover Eastern Crete on foot with the Sunflower Eastern Crete travel guide. And on the days when your feet may have had enough, enjoy some spectacular scenery on one of our legendary car tours. Whether you walk, drive or picnic in eastern Crete, the mountains will be your constant companions, changing colour and mood from dawn to dusk, as you move through them, round them and over them. You cannot fail to feel their dramatic attraction. The stunning colours and heady scent of flowers and herbs, tucked into rough ground or splashed across a hillside, the warm-sounding buzz of hovering bees, and the massed band of a thousand cicadas will all leave a lasting impression – the ‘special effects’ of the total scene. You may share this rural bliss only with a solitary shepherd, his flocks and dogs, as you walk the hillsides of eastern Crete. Greeks, on the whole, don’t walk — unless they have to for their day’s labour. So be prepared for incredulous looks from the townspeople and faint smiles from the villagers! Whatever your age or ability we’ve got some glorious walks and car tours to ensure you have a memorable holiday in Eastern Crete. Inside the Sunflower Eastern Crete guide book you’ll find: 55 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 11 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 island by car or explore on foot, we look forward to showing you around.

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Book SynopsisAll the information you need to enjoy your hiking adventure along the Norfolk Coast Path and Peddars Way. The Norfolk Coast Path & Peddars Way cover 130-miles of walking trails. The Peddars Way runs through East Anglia from Knettishall Heath on the Norfolk/Suffolk border and follows a Roman road to Holme-next-the-Sea. From here it becomes the Norfolk Coast Path, hugging the beautiful Norfolk coastline through Holkham, Wells, Blakeney and Cley to Cromer before it rounds the shoulder of the county and continues along the superb beaches and crumbling cliffs to Mundesley, Sea Palling and Great Yarmouth, finishing just before the Suffolk border. Includes: 77 large-scale walking maps - at just under 1: 20,000 (8cm or 3 and one eighth inches to 1 mile) our maps are bigger than even the most detailed walking maps currently available, with walking directions, tricky junctions, places to stay and eat, points of interest and walking times written onto the maps Text and maps in clear TWO-COLOUR style All standards of accommodation with reviews: campsites, B&Bs, hostels, hotels, bunkhouses Where to eat with reviews: cafes, teashops, pubs, takeaways and restaurants Detailed public transport information for all villages and towns along the paths Itineraries for all walkers including one day Peddars Way and Norfolk Coast Path walks, car parks near the trail for weekend and day walkers Includes 40 mile extension of the National Trail from Cromer to Hopton-on-Sea Downloadable GPS waypoints with what3words refs Colour pictures including a 6 page colour bird and flower guide Historical, cultural and geographical background information

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Book SynopsisA guidebook to the Swiss Via Alpina, a 400km (250 mile) trek east-to-west across Switzerland, from Sargans to Montreux on Lac Léman (Lake Geneva). Previously the Alpine Pass Route, the Via Alpina (VA) is a fully waymarked Swiss national trail that involves nearly 23,000m of ascent and descent over roughly 3 weeks of trekking – a serious challenge suitable for experienced trekkers. The main route is described in 19 stages of 12-29km (8-18 miles), as well as a 27km (17 mile) prologue stage from Liechtenstein and detour stages via Lenk and Gsteig. Comprehensive route description is accompanied by 1:100,000 mapping, route profiles, facilities listings and advice on safety, transport, accommodation and language. Crossing 16 Alpine passes, the VA showcases some of the Switzerland’s most breathtaking mountain landscapes, from flower-strewn meadows to snow-capped peaks including the majestic Todi, Titlis, Wetterhorn, Eiger, Jungfrau and Wildstrubel. Accommodation options range from mountain huts to hotels and inns, with camping available at licensed sites along the route.

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Book SynopsisWalking is one of Britain's favourite leisure activities, and these guides feature a variety of mapped walks to suit all abilities. Walk details include a summary of distance, time, terrain and parking. Full-colour maps for each walk and full introduction to each walk providing information of local interest.

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Book SynopsisThe Ultimate Guide to The Munros is a guidebook with a difference. Rather than telling the reader which are the 'best' routes, it describes all practicable ascent routes up all the Munros, and rates them in terms of difficulty and quality (using comprehensive grading systems). This enables the reader to make his/her own choices from a range of route options. Providing everything a prospective hill walker could want, The Ultimate Guide to the Munros also makes extensive use of annotated digital photographs and OS maps and includes everything about a route from the amount of effort required to local history, weather conditions and the best tea-rooms in the vicinity.Trade ReviewPraise for the series: ...picks up where others leave off, with lots of nitty-gritty information… all in a very up-beat style. - CAMERON MCNEISH, THE GREAT OUTDOORS Fabulously illustrated with colour photos taken on the walks themselves… entertaining as well as informative. - PRESS & JOURNAL

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Book SynopsisOS Explorer is the Ordnance Survey's most detailed map and is recommended for anyone enjoying outdoor activities like walking, horse riding and off-road cycling. The OS Explorer range now includes a digital version of the paper map, accessed through the OS smartphone app, OS Maps. Providing complete GB coverage the series details essential information such as youth hostels, pubs and visitor information as well as rights of way, permissive paths and bridleways.

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Book SynopsisOS Explorer is the Ordnance Survey's most detailed map and is recommended for anyone enjoying outdoor activities like walking, horse riding and off-road cycling. The OS Explorer range now includes a digital version of the paper map, accessed through the OS smartphone app, OS Maps. Providing complete GB coverage the series details essential information such as youth hostels, pubs and visitor information as well as rights of way, permissive paths and bridleways.

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Book SynopsisWaterproof Tear-Resistant Topographic Maps.

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