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This colourful pocket-sized guide is your passport to 30 great walks around Ambleside and the southern half of the Lake District National Park. The principal feature is that all walks are no more than five miles in length, offering a perfect half day's stroll for families, casual walkers and all who want to enjoy a leisurely exploration of the Lake District countryside. The walks start from places such as Ambleside, Grasmere, Coniston, Windermere, Hawkshead and Boot, and include such iconic features as Wasdale, Rydal Water, Great Langdale, Elterwater, Eskdale and the Duddon Valley. The book offers 30 walks and has over 30 colour photographs plus information on landscape features and points of interest along the way.

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This new title is the second in an improved series of Paul Hannon's walking guides. A range of enhancements see two previous titles merge to cover a broader, logically grouped area. This volume merges the Three Peaks and Howgill Fells areas, which already meet in Dentdale, virtually all within the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The new series is far more visually appealing with the use of colour throughout and a more modern house style. The best of the walks from the original series are gathered together to provide 25 glorious outings. A collection of over 50 colour photographs depict features and landscapes along the routes, while concise route descriptions are complemented by a wealth of background information.

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England's greatest county boasts an incomparable range of iconic features, set within such diverse regions as the Yorkshire Dales, North York Moors, South Pennines and Yorkshire Wolds. This new title is a celebration on foot of the glorious landmarks of Yorkshire, with the principle feature being that all walks are between 2 and 3 undemanding miles in length. These modest distances offer a perfect stroll for families, casual walkers and all who want to enjoy a leisurely exploration of outstanding country landscapes. 50 illustrated strolls lead through stunning landscapes to explore Aysgarth Falls, Ilkley Moor, Robin Hood's Bay, MalhamCove, Haworth, Rievaulx Abbey, Standedge Tunnel, Richmond Castle, Brimham Rocks, the White Horse of Kilburn, Ribblehead Viaduct, Yorkshire Sculpture Park, Whitby, Studley Royal, Goathland and York - to name but a few. Over 100 colour photographs depict features and landscapes along the routes. YORKSHIRE'S LANDMARKS.... in bite-size walks

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This is Book 19 in the exciting new series of full-colour "Pocket Walks", being small, practical sized guidebooks aimed at the less serious rambler. Full colour photographs and colourful sketch maps accompany each of the well described walks, with the bonus of making it an attractive souvenir of the area. Principal feature is that all walks are less than five miles in length (though averaging 4 miles each, they are all very definitely worthwhile outings), making them ideal for families, leisure walkers, and those constrained by either time or other limitations. Concise route descriptions are complemented by ample background information. This title deals with Sedbergh and Dentdale in the north-western corner of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Twenty superb walks use starting points such as Sedbergh, Cautley, Howgill and Dent. Places visited include Garsdale, Carlingill, Deepdale, Cautley Crag and the Howgill Fells. This is launched in unison with Swaledale, which completes our coverage of the entire Yorkshire Dales. Also published at the same time are Ribble Valley and Around Pendle, both in Lancashire.

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This brand new title is one of two concurrent additions to the updated series of Paul Hannon's 'Short Scenic Walks' guidebooks. The principle feature is that all walks are less than five miles in length, offering a perfect half day's stroll for families, casual walkers and all who want to enjoy a leisurely exploration of Britain's outstanding country landscapes. A range of enhancements include a wider geographical spread, with this book including the area covered in the now superceded 'Around Pendle'. This title is based around the absorbing countryside of East Lancashire, from Pendle Hill around to the West Pennine Moors. Starting from villages such as Barley, Rivington, Hurstwood and Belmont, the book's many highlights include the delights of Newchurch, Winter Hill, Thieveley Pike, Haslingden Grane and Wycoller Dean. In addition to being more visually appealing than their predecessors, with a more modern house style, this new series offers 30 walks rather than 20, and these more substantial books feature a full spine rather than wire-stitched binding. Over 30 colour photographs depict features and landscapes along the routes. Published at the same time is 'Arnside & Lunesdale'

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This new title is one of the first two in an updated series of Paul Hannon's `Short Scenic Walks' guidebooks. The principle feature is that all walks are less than five miles in length, offering a perfect half day's stroll for families, casual walkers and all who want to enjoy a leisurely exploration of Britain's outstanding country landscapes. A range of enhancements include a wider geographical spread, in this case merging - with full revision, two popular titles which are now out of print. The walks start from such places as Harrogate, Knaresborough, Pateley Bridge and Ripon, and include such iconic landmarks as How Stean Gorge, Brimham Rocks, Studley Royal, Almscliff Crag, the Nidd Gorge and the Washburn Valley. In addition to being more visually appealing than their predecessors, with a more modern house style, this new series offers 30 walks rather than 20, and these more substantial books feature a full spine rather than wire-stitched binding. Over 30 colour photographs depict features and landscapes along the routes.

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This is the long-awaited brand new edition of what was the first guidebook to this classic walk since the Wainwright original. The Coast to Coast Walk has enjoyed a greater surge in popularity since recent TV exposure, and remains Britain's favourite long-distance walk. Savour 192 glorious miles from St Bees on the Cumbrian Coast to Robin Hood's Bay on the Yorkshire Coast, passing through the unparalleled grandeur of three National Parks. The Lake District, Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors provide an endless array of attractions, and together create what can be the walk of a lifetime. After a re-survey of the entire route in Spring 2010, a wealth of changes and improvements to an already well-used guide sees the Hannon version return to the top of the pile. Re-drawn colour maps make the book even easier to use in the field, while a stunning collection of more than 100 full colour photographs depict the countless memorable features and landscapes along the way. The book has been extended by 16 further pages to improve the layout and content. As always, concise route descriptions are complemented by a veritable wealth of background information, along with an extensive introductory section dealing with planning the walk, including useful addresses, contacts and essential services; also an extremely useful log section.

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This is a brand new edition of one of the first guidebooks to this classic walk. "The Dales Way" is one of Britain's favourite long-distance walks, running from Ilkley in Wharfedale, through the Yorkshire Dales National Park to a delightful conclusion on the shores of Windermere in the Lake District National Park. At 80 miles in length and generally easy going, the "Dales Way" makes an ideal introduction to long-distance walking, being comfortably walkable within a week's holiday. It is well waymarked throughout and spends many miles on delectable riverbanks and passing through some archetypal Dales villages. An additional bonus is that each end of the route is accessible by rail. After a re-survey of the entire route in Spring 2012, numerous changes and improvements have been made to this already well-used guide, which now includes a stunning collection of more than 50 full colour photographs depicting the countless memorable features and landscapes along the way. The three link routes from Leeds, Bradford and Harrogate are also described. Concise route descriptions are complemented by a wealth of background information, with an introductory section dealing with planning the walk, including useful addresses, contacts and essential services; also an extremely useful log section.

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The North York Moors National Park is a walkers' paradise, and the southern and western half includes the majestic Cleveland Hills and Hambleton Hills, as well as a string of colourful valleys. 25 great walks, well illustrated and concisely described, lead you through stunning landscapes of heather-clad moorland with wayside crosses, and rich woodland by delectable riverbanks. From the absorbing old market towns of Kirkbymoorside and Helmsley discover the grandeur of Rievaulx and Byland Abbeys, and follow in the footsteps of drovers, miners and quarrymen. Savour the natural delights of the Wainstones, Boltby Scar and Gormire Lake, and the ever popular charms of Osmotherley, Hutton-le-Hole, Sutton Bank and the White Horse of Kilburn. Explore the delectable valleys of Ryedale, Bilsdale, Bransdale, Farndale and Rosedale, and a wealth of colourful stone-built villages such as Hawnby, Lastingham, Gillamoor and Swainby.

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This is book 16 in the exciting new series of full-colour "Pocket Walks", being small, practical sized guidebooks aimed at the less serious rambler. Full colour photographs and colourful sketch maps accompany each of the well described walks, with the bonus of making it an attractive souvenir of the area. Principal feature is that all walks are less than five miles in length (though averaging 4 miles each, they are all very definitely worthwhile outings), making them ideal for families, leisure walkers, and those constrained by either time or other limitations. Concise route descriptions are complemented by ample background information. This title deals with the Pendle district in East Lancashire. Twenty superb walks use starting points such as Barley, Wycoller, Foulridge and Trawden. Places visited include the iconic Pendle Hill, Newchurch, Boulsworth Hill and the Leeds-Liverpool Canal. This is launched in unison with a guide to the neighboring Ribble Valley, which neatly complements this area and also adjoins the previously published guide to Bowland. Also published at the same time are 'Swaledale' and 'Sedbergh & Dentdale', both in the Yorkshire Dales National Park.

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'Mountains of the Yorkshire Dales' is the essential companion to walking the 31 rolling fells around the National Park that rise above 2000 feet. Paul Hannon's half-century of exploring the Dales has culminated in this hugely practical guidebook to hillwalks above Wharfedale and Wensleydale, Dentdale and Swaledale.

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This brand new title is one of two concurrent additions to the updated series of Paul Hannon's 'Short Scenic Walks' guidebooks. The principle feature is that all walks are less than five miles in length, offering a perfect half day's stroll for families, casual walkers and all who want to enjoy a leisurely exploration of Britain's outstanding country landscapes. A range of enhancements include a wider geographical spread. This title is based around the absorbing countryside where Cumbria and Lancashire meet between Lancaster and Kendal. This includes Arnside/Silverdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the delightful Lune Valley. Starting from villages such as Barbon, Hornby and Milnthorpe, the book's many highlights include the delights of Arnside Knott, Crook o'Lune, Levens Park and Hutton Roof Crags. In addition to being more visually appealing than their predecessors, with a more modern house style, this new series offers 30 walks rather than 20, and these more substantial books feature a full spine rather than wire-stitched binding. Over 30 colour photographs depict features and landscapes along the routes. Published at the same time is 'Pendle & the Lancashire Moors'

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Part of a series of full-colour 'Pocket Walks', being small, practical sized guidebooks aimed at the less serious rambler. Full colour photographs and colourful sketch maps accompany each of the well described walks, with the bonus of making it an attractive souvenir of the area. Principal feature is that all walks are less than five miles in length (though averaging 4 miles each, they are all very definitely worthwhile outings), making them ideal for families, leisure walkers, and others constrained by either time or other limitations. Concise route descriptions are complemented by ample background information. This title deals with Upper Wharfedale, the most popular valley in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Twenty superb walks use starting points such as Buckden, Grassington, Arncliffe and Kettlewell. Places visited include Buckden Pike, Hubberholme, Grass Wood and Linton. Launched in in unison with 3 other neighbouring Yorkshire Dales titles, covering Malhamdale, Nidderdale and Lower Wharfedale.

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The principle feature is that all walks are less than five miles in length, offering a perfect half day's stroll for families, casual walkers and all who want to enjoy a leisurely exploration of Britain's outstanding country landscapes. A range of enhancements include a wider geographical spread. This title covers one of the principal valleys at the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, and merges the best of the previous titles 'Upper Wensleydale' and 'Lower Wensleydale' into one volume. The lower section of Wensleydale runs downstream to Masham, and includes a section of the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With starting points such as; Hawes, Bainbridge, Aysgarth, Middleham and Leyburn, the book's many highlights include Semerwater, Castle Bolton, Penhill, Jervaulx Abbey and Hardraw Force. In addition to being more visually appealing than their predecessors, with a more modern house style, this new series offers 30 walks rather than 20, and these more substantial books feature a full spine rather than wire-stitched binding. Over 30 colour photographs depict features and landscapes along the routes.

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This new title is one of three concurrent additions to the updated series of Paul Hannon's 'Short Scenic Walks' guidebooks. The principal feature is that all walks are less than five miles in length, offering a perfect half day's stroll for families, casual walkers and all who want to enjoy a leisurely exploration of Britain's outstanding country landscapes. This title is based in the south-western part of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, and a range of enhancements include a wider geographical spread, in this case merging - with full revision - some popular older titles. The walks start from such places as Stainforth, Malham, Ingleton, Austwick and Clapham, and include such iconic features as Malham Cove, Catrigg Force, Ribblehead, Norber Boulders, Gordale Scar and the River Ribble. In addition to being more visually appealing than their predecessors, with a more modern house style, this new series offers 30 walks rather than 20, and these more substantial books feature a full spine rather than wire-stitched binding. Over 30 colour photographs depict features and landscapes along the routes.

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This is the 14th and final title in the 'Walking in Yorkshire' series of Paul Hannon's popular walking guides, finally completing coverage of the county. A range of enhancements see a more logical geographical spread, in this case featuring a large tract of North Yorkshire reaching from LowerWensleydale and Lower Swaledale to the Cleveland Hills.

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This new title is the latest in the new series of Paul Hannon's walking guides. A range of enhancements see a more logical geographical spread featuring not only ever popular Calderdale itself, but also the countryside running south to the Holme and Colne Valleys of Kirklees into the Peak District National Park. Included are the towns of Hebden Bridge, Todmorden, Holmfirth and Marsden. This book includes the whole area of the previous title `Calderdale' along with the Yorkshire side of the long out-of-print `Southern Pennines'. All the routes have been re-walked and updated, with the addition of several new walks. The walks include such iconic landmarks as Hardcastle Crags, Stoodley Pike, Marsden Moor, Castle Hill and Shibden Dale. In addition to being far more visually appealing than their predecessors, with the use of colour throughout and a more modern house style, these new titles feature a lower cover price than the old series. This book provides 25 enjoyable outings amid a rich variety of scenery. A collection of 40 colour photographs depict features and landscapes along the routes, while the concise route descriptions are complemented by a wealth of background information.

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This is the third in a series of local biking guides, joining Aire Valley Biking Guide covering the neighbouring area down towards Keighley and Bradford. This new title deals with Wharfedale in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, based on the popular visitor centre of Grassington. The six selected runs average a modest 8 miles each, and concentrate on quality of terrain and surroundings in preference to quantity and 'head-down' mileage. Places visited include Linton, Mastiles Lane, Bolton Abbey and Appletreewick. As much of the routes as possible are off-road, and surfaced sections are largely on quiet country lanes. All have been checked for accuracy and legal access. There is relative ease of accessibility from the West Yorkshire and East Lancashire towns to this favourite valley of the Dales. Concise route descriptions and sketch maps are complemented by background information and illustrations capturing the flavour of the surroundings. The rides have easily located starting points and wherever possible feature refreshment halts along the way. The author's many years of walking in the district have served as a useful pointer to the best biking routes.

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The Eastern Yorkshire Dales includes the major valley of Nidderdale and the lower reaches of Wensleydale, almost all set within an extensive Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty adjoining the National Park. 25 great walks, richly illustrated and concisely described, lead you through some stunning landscapes of woodland, riverbank, parkland and moorland Explore the magnificence of Fountains Abbey and the splendour of Studley Royal; also the fine cathedral city of Ripon and the absorbing little market town of Masham. Discover the natural delights of Brimham Rocks, Guise Cliff and How Stean Gorge, and the less frequented charms of the Pott Valley, Fountains Earth Moor and Eavestone Lake. Amble around Nidderdale's 'capital' of Pateley Bridge, and a wealth of colourful stone-built villages such as Sawley and Ripley, Ramsgill and Lofthouse, West Tanfield and Bewerly

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This brand-new title is one of three concurrent additions to the updated series of Paul Hannon's 'Short Scenic Walks' guidebooks. The principal feature is that all walks are less than five miles in length, offering a perfect half day's stroll for families, casual walkers and all who want to enjoy a leisurely exploration of Britain's outstanding country landscapes. This title is based in and around the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in County Durham, and a range of enhancements include a wider geographical spread. The walks start from such places as Middleton-in Teesdale, Romaldkirk, Stanhope, Cotherstone and Wolsingham, and include such iconic features as High Force, Egglestone Abbey, Hamsterley Forest, Cauldron Snout and UK 'Resort of the Year' Barnard Castle. In addition to being more visually appealing than their predecessors, with a more modern house style, this new series offers 30 walks rather than 20, and these more substantial books feature a full spine rather than wire-stitched binding. Over 30 colour photographs depict features and landscapes along the routes.

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The principal feature is that all walks are less than five miles in length, offering a perfect half day's stroll for families, casual walkers and all who want to enjoy a leisurely exploration of Britain's outstanding country landscapes. A range of enhancements include a wider geographical spread. This title covers a fascinating region of the Pennines between Bronte Country and the Peak District, considerably expanding on the area covered by 'Hebden Bridge and the Calder Valley' which will become out of print in 2023. Now the ever popular Hebden Bridge area of Calderdale is joined by the countryside of Kirklees, and across the Pennines to embrace the characterful Saddleworth area (traditionally a corner of Yorkshire). With starting points such as Holmfirth, Hebden Bridge, Uppermill and Todmorden, the book's many highlights include Stoodley Pike, Heptonstall, Standedge and Hollingworth Lake. In addition to being more visually appealing than their predecessors, with a more modern house style, this new series offers 30 walks rather than 20, and these more substantial books feature a full spine rather than wire-stitched binding. Over 30 colour photographs depict features and landscapes along the routes.

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This new title is one of the first two in an updated series of Paul Hannon's `Short Scenic Walks' guidebooks. The principle feature is that all walks are less than five miles in length, offering a perfect half day's stroll for families, casual walkers and all who want to enjoy a leisurely exploration of Britain's outstanding country landscapes. A range of enhancements include a wider geographical spread, in this case featuring the entire North York Moors National Park. The walks include such iconic landmarks as Robin Hood's Bay, Rievaulx Abbey, Goathland, Farndale, Roseberry Topping and the White Horse of Kilburn. In addition to being more visually appealing than their predecessors, with a more modern house style, this new series offers 30 walks rather than 20, and these more substantial books feature a full spine rather than wire-stitched binding. Over 30 colour photographs depict features and landscapes along the routes. Published at the same time is `Short Scenic Walks - Harrogate & Nidderdale', a merging of two popular titles which are now out of print. All these walks have been fully revised.

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This new title is the latest in the new series of Paul Hannon's walking guides covering Yorkshire. A range of enhancements see a more logical geographical spread, in this case featuring the entire eastern half of West Yorkshire. With Calderdale, the South Pennines, Bronte country and Ilkley covered in companion volumes, this book features locations that are but a stone's throw from the larger centres of population. The fringes of the great northern city of Leeds, along with Wakefield and the country towards Bradford and Huddersfield offer untold attractions within the boundaries of West Yorkshire. The walks include such iconic locations as Temple Newsam, Yorkshire Sculpture Park, Fairburn Ings, Roundhay Park and Emley Moor. There are 25 enjoyable outings amid a rich variety of scenery. A collection of 50 colour photographs depict features and landscapes along the routes, while the concise route descriptions are complemented by a wealth of background information.

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This new title is the latest in the new series of Paul Hannon's walking guides. A range of enhancements see a more logical geographical spread featuring the countryside between Ilkley in the Wharfe Valley and Harrogate in the Nidd Valley. Included are the towns of Knaresborough, Otley and Wetherby, and the ever-popular Washburn Valley. This book includes sections of previous titles `Harrogate & the Wharfe Valley' and `Ilkley Moor'. All routes have been re-walked and updated, with the addition of several new walks. The walks include such iconic landmarks as Ilkley Moor, Almscliff Crag, Otley Chevin, Harewood and the Nidd Gorge. This book provides 25 enjoyable outings amid a rich variety of scenery. A collection of 40 colour photographs depict features and landscapes along the routes, while the concise route descriptions are complemented by a wealth of background information.

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This is Book 18 in the exciting new series of full-colour "Pocket Walks", being small, practical sized guidebooks aimed at the less serious rambler. Full colour photographs and colourful sketch maps accompany each of the well described walks, with the bonus of making it an attractive souvenir of the area. Principal feature is that all walks are less than five miles in length (though averaging 4 miles each, they are all very definitely worthwhile outings), making them ideal for families, leisure walkers, and those constrained by either time or other limitations. Concise route descriptions are complemented by ample background information. This title deals with Swaledale in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Twenty superb walks use starting points such as Keld, Muker, Gunnerside, Reeth and Richmond. Places visited include Grinton, Calver Hill, Arkengarthdale, Marske, Tan Hill and Kisdon Force. This is launched in unison with Sedbergh & Dentdale, which completes our coverage of the entire Yorkshire Dales. Also published at the same time are Ribble Valley and Around Pendle, both in Lancashire.

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Full colour pocket-sized guide to 20 classic walks around the Wharfe and Washburn on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales, including Ilkley Moor, Otley Chevin, Timble and Fewston. All walks are less than 5 miles.

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This is Book 5 in the exciting new series of full-colour "Pocket Walks", being small, practical sized guidebooks aimed at the less serious rambler. Full colour photographs and colourful sketch maps accompany each of the well described walks, with the bonus of making it an attractive souvenir of the area. Principal feature is that all walks are less than five miles in length (though averaging 4 miles each, they are all very definitely worthwhile outings), making them ideal for families, leisure walkers, and others constrained by either time or other limitations. Concise route descriptions are complemented by ample background information. This title deals with Malhamdale, one of the most popular areas of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Twenty superb walks use starting points such as Malham, Rylstone, Gargrave and Embsay. Places visited include Malham Cove and Tarn, Gordale Scar, Embsay Crag and Airton. This title is launched in unison with 3 other neighbouring Yorkshire Dales titles, covering Nidderdale, Upper Wharfedale and Lower Wharfedale.

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This colourful pocket-sized guide is your passport to 30 great walks in the countryside of the Yorkshire Dales, within the National Park and around Ilkley. The principal feature is that all walks are no more than five miles in length, offering a perfect half day's stroll for families, casual walkers and all who want to enjoy a leisurely exploration of Britain's outstanding country landscapes. The walks start from such places as Ilkley, Burnsall, Grassington and Buckden, and include such iconic features as Bolton Abbey, Trollers Gill, Arncliffe, Grassington Moor, Hubberholme and Ilkley Moor. Fully illustrated with colour photographs the book describes 30 short walks giving information about features and landscapes along each route.

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