Search results for ""author keith fergus""
Pocket Mountains Ltd The Pentland Hills, Midlothian and East Lothian: 40 Coast and Country Walks
Think of East Lothian and Midlothian and a low-lying, predominantly rural landscape may well spring to mind, yet the Pentland Hills, just south of Edinburgh, rise to nearly 600m in height and provide some of the finest hillwalking in Scotland with wonderful views from the summits. To the east, the Lammermuir Hills may not have quite the same appeal as their near neighbours but they still offer superb hillwalking options, while North Berwick Law, Traprain Law and the Garleton Hills make up for what they lack in height with a succession of incredible panoramas. Away from the high ground there a lovely pockets of woodland, wildlife-rich country parks, fascinating historic sites and forty miles of coastline between Musselburgh and Dunbar with some of the best dune-backed beaches in the country to enjoy.
£8.03
Mica Publishing Lothian & Berwickshire Coast: 60 Walks
53 varied and family oriented day walks of 2 to 9 miles exploring the magnificent sandy beaches, spectacular cliffs and human history of Scotland's south-east coast. Routes begin at Bo'ness on the River Forth, take in the delights of Edinburgh and continue east to the holiday destinations of Portobello, North Berwick, Gullane and Dunbar. The wild Berwickshire coast is then described via St Abb's Head and Eyemouth to Berwick-upon-Tweed. 7 fully described day stages of the 90 mile, long distance Berwickshire Coastal Trail and John Muir Way from Berwick-upon-Tweed to Edinburgh and the Forth Bridges, including details of accommodation and facilities at towns and villages along the route. An ideal guidebook to one of the most accessible, popular and enduring sections of the Scottish coast for traditional family seaside holidays. This guidebook will appeal to a wide range of walkers, families, visitors and committed enthusiasts looking for a long distance challenge from the border with England to the Scottish capital. There is comprehensive coverage of every section of the coast, offering a vast route choice and exceptional value for money
£15.95
Mica Publishing Cairngorms North
A detailed and superbly illustrated guidebook to walking the high tops, foothills, forests and glens of the Northern Cairngorms, one of Scotland's most popular mountain ranges, easily accessed from the town of Aviemore. 25 varied walks from glen to mountain top, with accompanying maps and information panels on fauna, flora and local interest. An ideal guidebook for anyone seeking to explore all, or parts of these hills.
£15.95
Pocket Mountains Ltd Inverclyde and Renfrewshire: 40 favourite walks
Bordered by the city of Glasgow to the east and the Firth of Clyde to the west, the villages and towns of Inverclyde and Renfrewshire prospered and grew during their textile manufacturing, sugar-refining and shipbuilding glory years. The factories, mills and yards may be quieter now but the natural assets which enabled much of that prosperity are still here. The 40 walks in this guide make the most of the rivers, moors, reservoirs and coastline of this often-overlooked part of Scotland, exploring some impressive industrial heritage and hidden away wildlife-rich havens along the way.
£8.03
Northern Eye Books Mountain Walks: The Finest Mountain Walks in Loch Lomond & The Trossachs
The ten best circular walks in the Loch Lomond and The Trossachs Nationla Park. Classic summits include Ben Lond, Ben Vorlich, Ben Ledi and the Cobbler.
£7.37
Northern Eye Books Hill Walks & Easy Summits: Walks on the Lower Hills of Loch Lomond & the Trossachs
This attractive and cleverly structured guide gives walkers ten of the finest short circular walks to the most popular hills and easy summits in the Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park in a popular pocketable format.With clear information, an overview and introduction for each walk, 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: Cruach Tairbeirt, Beinn Dubh & Mid Hill, Duncryne, Conic Hill, Craigmore, Lime Craig, Ben Gullipen, Ben A'an, Callander Craig and Beinn ant-Sidhein.One of two books in the Top 10 Walks series covering this national park. The other title in the series is: Lochside Walks.
£7.37
Pocket Mountains Ltd Cornwall: 40 Coast and Country Walks
With over 400 miles of mainland coastline and an excellent public path network, Cornwall is all about rugged shorelines, gorgeous sandy beaches, turquoise waters, meandering rivers and wide open countryside. Add to the mix a fantastic diversity of flora and fauna, interesting geology, fascinating history and some of the most striking views in the country and you have one of England's best regions to explore on foot. In these 40 walks all between two and eight miles in length Keith Fergus leads you through some of the best rambles Cornwall has to offer. Although the terrain followed varies, and can be hilly, most of the walks are on well-established paths making navigation straightforward and suitable for families.
£7.78
Pocket Mountains Ltd Lanarkshire: 40 Favourite Walks
Lanarkshire is home to one of only 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Scotland as well as birth place of Sir Matt Busby and Jock Stein. This books has 40 short walks for all abilities through the wide range of terrain found here. The walks take you to ancient woodlands, through nature reserves, wildlife trusts and country parks.
£8.03
Pocket Mountains Ltd Oban and North Argyll: 40 Favourite Walks
As well as many great sea lochs, tumbling rivers and iconic mountains, Oban and North Argyll also boasts ancient, wildlife-rich woodlands and several fine gardens. Add to this the Crinan Canal, often described as 'the most beautiful shortcut in Scotland', and some of the most important historical and archaeological sites in the country and you have all the makings of a fascinating walking destination.From the harbourside bustle of Oban to the ancient peace of Kilmartin Glen, this guide features 40 walks over varied landscapes that take in the very best the 'Coastland of the Gaels' has to offer.
£8.03
Pocket Mountains Ltd Fort William and Lochaber: 40 Favourite Walks
With the historic town of Fort William at its heart, Lochaber boasts some of Scotland's most celebrated mountains and glens, beautiful sea lochs and, on the craggy west coast, dazzling white sandy beaches. Ben Nevis may draw the crowds, but with countless miles of lower-level paths and tracks to explore there is far more than Britain's highest mountain for walkers to enjoy in the region which lays claims to the title of 'The Outdoor Capital of the UK'.This guide features 40 varied walks that take in the very best of Lochaber. From the iconic Glencoe and Glen Nevis to the wild lands of Ardnamurchan and Moidart, there is something for everyone in this diverse selection of routes.
£8.03
