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All the mapping you need to complete the 182 mile (290km) Thames
Path National Trail, from the Woolwich Foot Tunnel in London to the
river's source in Gloucestershire. This booklet is included with
the Cicerone guidebook to the Thames Path, where the route is
divided into 20 stages, with each stage ranging from 4 to 16 miles.
This gentle riverside walk takes roughly two weeks to complete.
This booklet of Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 Explorer maps has been
designed for convenient use on the trail. It shows the full and
up-to-date line of the National Trail, along with the relevant
extract from the OS Explorer map legend. Conveniently sized for
slipping into a jacket pocket or top of a rucksack, it comes in a
clear PVC sleeve and provides all the mapping needed to complete
the trail. Passing through London, Windsor and Oxford as well as
rural countryside, this National Trail offers walkers a diverse
range of landscapes and scenery. With excellent public transport
services at each stage, this trail can also be completed in
bite-size pieces - why not relish the route over several weekends
throughout the year and discover the many moods of the Thames with
the passing seasons?
A guidebook to 39 day walks and one two-day Ten Tors challenge
across the Dartmoor National Park and its surrounding area. The
guide contains low-level shorter walks and higher level more
strenuous and challenging routes, therefore there's a walk suitable
for all abilities, allowing you to explore all of what Devon's
national park has to offer. Each walk contains a detailed route
description, 1:50,000 OS maps and colour photography, alongside
practical information on public transport links and refreshment
stops on each walk. Dartmoor, a National Park since 1951, is wild,
and at times isolated. Its a land of blanket bogs and grass moors
dotted with fascinating tors, old stone clapper bridges,
tree-shaded river valleys and a diverse range of wildlife. Our
ancestors have left behind a fascinating treasure trove from
intriguing stone rows to fascinating stones circles and burial
cairns to hut circles. There are also the stark ruins of Dartmoor's
mining heritage, picturesque villages and hamlets that are home to
interesting old churches and cosy pubs. You'll be able to stand on
High Willhays which, at 621m (2039 ft), is not only a mountain, but
also the highest point in Southern England. On a clear day from
many of Dartmoor's summits there are great views out over Devon's
rural landscape and west into Cornwall to Bodmin Moor.
"Peak SE Pokketz" is the first Rockfax guide to the Peak area to
include a mix of grit and limestone. The crags included are the
grit edges from Froggatt and Curbar to Gardoms and Birchen; Stoney,
Horseshoe, and Ravensdale for some low grade limestone. The final
section covers the fine crags around Matlock. The book focuses on
routes from Moderate to HVS and manages to pack more than 500
carefully chosen gems between its covers, but also includes 20
classic E1s and E2s to give something for everyone to aspire to.
This guidebook describes the GR221, a 140km (87 mile) long-distance
trail through northwestern Mallorca, from Port d'Andratx to
Pollenca. Also known as the 'Ruta de Pedra en Sec' ('the Drystone
Route'), the GR221 is a celebration of Mallorca's limestone
heritage, taking in many historic drystone structures as it
traverses the rocky peaks of the Serra de Tramuntana. Following old
stone-paved paths and mule trails, it showcases the region's
beautiful landscape of mountains, forests and cultivated terraces,
as well as its spectacular coastline. The GR221 can be walked in
1-2 weeks, although the guide also covers 3 alternative
start-points and 3 alternative finishes, which would allow for a
shorter trek. The main route is presented in 10 stages of
8.5-20.5km (5-13 miles), with a handful of optional detours to bag
neighbouring summits. Detailed route description is accompanied by
1:25,000 mapping and inspirational photography, plus a wealth of
information on local points of interest. Accommodation and travel
are also thoroughly covered: the trail boasts good transport links
and plentiful facilities on route, with accommodation in welcoming
mountain villages and the occasional 'refugi'. A comprehensive
introduction offers the opportunity to discover more about the
region's diverse plants and wildlife and unique history and
culture, and an English-Spanish-Catalan glossary can be found in
the appendix. With a favourable climate and stunning scenery, the
Serra de Tramuntana has much to tempt the walker. The GR221
Drystone Route represents an ideal way to explore this fascinating
World Heritage Site.
All the mapping you need to complete the Dales Way, a 79-mile
long-distance route through the Yorkshire Dales, from Ilkley to
Bowness-on-Windermere. This booklet of Ordnance Survey 1:25,000
Explorer maps has been designed for convenient use on the trail. It
shows the full and up-to-date line of the Dales Way, along with the
relevant extract from the OS Explorer map legend. It is
conveniently sized for slipping into a jacket pocket or top of a
rucksack and comes in a clear PVC sleeve. NOTE: An accompanying
Cicerone guidebook - Walking the Dales Way - describes the full
route with lots of other practical and historical information. The
accompanying guidebook includes a copy of this map booklet.
Joe Simpson, with just his partner Simon Yates, tackled the unclimbed West Face of the remote 21,000 foot Siula Grande in the Peruvian Andes in June 1995. But before they reached the summit, disaster struck. A few days later, Simon staggered into Base Camp, exhausted and frostbitten, to tell their non-climbing companion that Joe was dead. For three days he wrestled with guilt as they prepared to return home. Then a cry in the night took them out with torches, where they found Joe, badly injured, crawling through the snowstorm in a delirium. Far from causing Joe's death, Simon had paradoxically saved his friend's life. What happened, and how they dealt with the psychological traumas that resulted when Simon was forced into the appalling decision to cut the rope, makes not only an epic of survival but a compelling testament of friendship.
... hillwalking is only one of the passions in my life. In my
experience, those who love the mountains are passionate people who
are passionate about many things. That said, there are times, as I
describe herein, when I simply have to go to the hills. - RALPH
STORER Ralph Storer's highly entertaining exploration of the lure
of the hills is underpinned by hard-won experience - he has climbed
extensively in the British Isles, Europe and the American West,
though his abiding love is the Scottish Highlands. His breezy
anecdotes of waling and climbing around the world in all sorts of
conditions are gripping and full of fun. This man has done more
things in a sleeping bag than sleep, and in The Joy of Hillwalking
he cheerfully tells all. His sense of humour is as irrepressible as
his relish for adventurous ascents, but he doesn't have his head in
the clouds when it comes to serious issues such as public access
and conservation.
This guide brings together a selection of the best walks in
Grassington and Wharfedale. The walks include hill climbs, moorland
tracks, and riverside and woodland walks.
This guidebook follows the Rota Vicentina, a 220km walking route
along the stunning Atlantic coastline in the Alentejo and Algarve
regions of Portugal. The 12-stage trek combines two well-marked
routes, the Caminho Historico (the Historical Way) and the Trilho
dos Pescadores (the Fishermen's Trail), to create a hike starting
in Santiago do Cacem and ending at Cabo de Sao Vicente. The guide
also describes an alternative circular route for those who would
prefer an 11-stage loop, moving inland from Odeceixe and back up to
Santiago de Cacem. Whichever route is chosen, the Rota Vicentina is
ideal for a two-week holiday in spring or late summer to autumn,
offering walkers a remarkable range of landscapes from coastal
fishing villages to wooded river valleys. The guidebook includes
advice about accommodation options along the route, information
about the surrounding area, and a glossary of Portuguese terms to
aid with reading signs and maps. Along the Rota Vicentina are many
delights for walkers. This stunning coastal region is home to a
variety of rare birdlife, including white storks that nest
precariously on sea stacks. Another treat is the mouth-watering
Portuguese cuisine, whether the famous custard tarts or less
well-known goose barnacles. With its vibrant cultural traditions
and rich history displayed in Arab-era castles and 15th-century Age
of Discovery sites, this route offers pleasant surprises at every
stage along the Portuguese Atlantic coast.
The classic backpacker's handbook -- revised and updated -- providing expert guidelines for anyone who loves the outdoors. The Wilderness Guide brings the savvy of the world's most famous and respected outdoor organization to everyone -- from the 16 million backpacking Americans to the more than 265 million people, tenderfeet and trail-hardened hikers, who visit our national parks annually. It covers: - Selecting equipment -- including discussions of the advantages and disadvantages of products such as the internal frame pack, lighter-weight boots, and freestanding tents
- The latest "leave no trace" camping techniques
- Traveling safely and sensibly -- including vital information on maps, compasses, and tips on crossing difficult terrain
- Backcountry cooking, with tips on building fires and tricks for making gourmet meals
- Search-and-rescue techniques, including how to organize a self-sufficient search group and when to call in professional rescue teams
Illustrated throughout with instructional drawings and photos and featuring lists of equipment, the Wilderness Guide is a must-have for anyone planning to explore the great outdoors.
All the mapping you need to complete the 185-mile (296km)
unwaymarked Coast to Coast Walk from St Bees in Cumbria to Robin
Hood's Bay, North Yorkshire. This booklet of Ordnance Survey
1:25,000 Explorer maps has been designed for convenient use on the
trail. It shows the full line of the Coast to Coast Walk, along
with the relevant extract from the OS Explorer map legend. It can
be used when walking the trail west-east or east-west, and includes
low-level and high-level options between Keld and Reeth.
Conveniently sized for slipping into a jacket pocket or top of a
rucksack, it comes in a clear PVC sleeve. This booklet accompanies
Cicerone's guidebook to the Coast to Coast Walk by Terry Marsh. The
map booklet is INCLUDED with the guidebook.
A Passion for Mountains presents a compilation of stories written
by members of the British Mountain Guides. Documenting both
personal climbing and mountaineering adventures as well as those
shared with clients, the stories in this book represent the
diversity of the mountain activities these professionals thrive on:
from first ascents on British winter cliffs to thought-provoking
ascents of north faces in the European Alps, and from the big walls
of Yosemite and Patagonia to endurance when facing the challenges
of the high Himalaya. This fascinating account of mountaineering
gives an insight into the climbing adventures that contribute to
every Guide's experience, and explores the difficulties that even
some of the world's most experienced mountaineers encounter when
making decisions in the mountains. It gives us a unique perspective
into what motivates and drives climbers; where they find fulfilment
and reward and at the same time how they deal with failure.
OS 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 of OL maps
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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