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The forest of Fontainebleau is one of the major bouldering spots of
the world. Thousands of sandstone boulders lie scattered over an
area of 1,200 square kilometres of forest - wonderfully-shaped
boulders of superb quality rock in a wilderness of pine, beech and
oak trees. The climbing style is addictive, a subtle mixture of
body positioning, footwork and power that is as demanding mentally
as it is physically. There are problems at every grade imaginable,
from the easiest of circuits to world class testpieces. Written by
local climbers Jo and Francoise Montchausse and Jacky Godoffe,
Fontainebleau Bouldering "Off-Piste" reveals the locations of over
3,000 of the best problems graded at Font 6a and above, and
highlights 250 problems of outstanding quality. Some problems found
on circuits, others are set apart and easily missed. This guide
ensures that doesn't happen. Covering 92 different areas across the
forest, the guide lists the harder problems in the main locations,
and also on many lesser-known groups of boulders around the forest.
There are 120 detailed maps - both general location maps and
boulder layouts, colour photographs for every area and hints, tips
and anecdotes throughout. This new edition also features a
comprehensive alphabetical index to all the problems in the guide
with those of the highest quality highlighted in bold type. More
than enough for even the most dedicated enthusiast to go at.
Fontainebleau Bouldering "Off-Piste" works particularly well when
paired with the popular circuit guide Fontainebleau Climbs, written
by the same authors.
Lighthouses have been used as aids to maritime navigation for
centuries. They are highly recognisable and beloved features of our
coastline and waterways, treasured by communities and captivating
visitors. But how many are there and is it really possible to visit
them all? The British Lighthouse Trail is the only book of its kind
to provide a comprehensive listing of all lighthouses in Scotland,
England, Wales, Northern Ireland, the Isle of Man and Channel
Islands accompanied by practical advice on how to reach them. The
author, an avid pharologist, set off on a quest in 2012 to visit
all lighthouses around the British coastline only to find that
there were many more lighthouses to be discovered. This
comprehensive book is the result of further extensive research and
significant travel. Over 600 lighthouses are featured - from the
perilous beauty of Shetland's Muckle Flugga Lighthouse to the
elegant serenity of Jersey's Corbiere Lighthouse. Complete with
helpful maps highlighting the location of every lighthouse in each
region and colour photography of a broad selection of our nation's
most weird and wonderful aids to navigation throughout, this book
is an indispensable guide to visiting and seeing some of our
nation's most majestic, historical and isolated buildings. Each
listing features a description of the structure, its light
characteristic as well as any notable designers. Access information
offers the best ways to reach or see each lighthouse, and whether
it is possible to explore inside the tower. Nearby or related
places of interest, such as other notable aids to navigation and
relocated lighthouse optics, are also included. Experience the
secluded joy of visiting tidal islands, watch waves lapping against
some of the most remote rock structures, and feel the magic of
walking in the footsteps of the lighthouse keepers inside the
towers. This book will guide you on countless journeys never to be
forgotten.
All the mapping you need to walk the 84 mile (135km) Hadrian's Wall
Path from Bowness-on-Solway in Cumbria to Wallsend, Newcastle. 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 Hadrian's Wall Path, 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 an extension to the east
coast at South Shields. It is conveniently sized for slipping into
a jacket pocket or top of a rucksack and comes in a clear PVC
sleeve. This booklet is included with the Cicerone guidebook to
Hadrian's Wall Path National Trail.
The OS Landranger Map series covers Great Britain with 204 detailed
maps, perfect for day trips and short breaks. Each map provides all
the information you need to get to know your local area and
includes places of interest, tourist information, picnic areas and
camp sites, plus Rights of Way information for England and Wales.
OS Landranger includes a digital version of the paper map, accessed
through the OS smartphone app, OS Maps.
The Chamonix Rockfax covers everything from perfect granite rock
routes to magnificent long ridges; intimidating north faces to
valley sport climbing for the 'rest days'. Or maybe you just want
to tick Mont Blanc. It's all here, in a single publication,
illustrated with some amazing phototopos, superb maps and with
excellent detailed route and approach descriptions.
Fontainebleau is the world centre for boulder style climbing, with
thousands of boulders scattered throughout the majestic forest.
This 2nd volume covers all of the quieter areas that are 'deep' in
the forest (TOP SECRET), hidden from the crowded hotspots. The
climbing in these areas is stunning, with over 130 classic circuits
that comprise of 5000+ problems. The beautifully clear graphics and
1400+ photo topos, also allows for an additional 4000+ off circuit
problems to be included. This book gives an exceptional level of
detail with problem styles, heights, and even crash pad ratings. *
9000+ climbing routes - 60 venues - beginner to expert* 130+ quiet
circuits away from the crowds, covering all standards* Ultra modern
graphics, and 1400+ quality photo topos* Ideal for indoor
bouldering gym enthusiasts to explore outside* Bi-lingual
guidebook, French and EnglishThis is the second in the series from
Jingo Wobbly. Font Bloc Vol 1 - Fun Bloc, covers 7000 problems with
100 circuits. 9781873665152.
In the popular Wales Coast Path: Top 10 Walks series this
attractive and cleverly structured guide gives walkers ten of the
finest short circular walks along the South Wales Coast section of
the Wales Coast Path 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: Margam Country Park, Kenfig Burrows,
Merthyr-mawr WarrenOgmore & St Brides Major, Nash Point &
St Donat's, Llantwit Major, Porthkerry Country Park, Cardiff Bay,
Nash & Uskmouth and Redwick.
An introduction to some of the best bothies in the UK. Featuring 26
selected bothies, the author shares her memories of using these
free 'stone tents' in some of the country's wildest and most remote
locations. Alongside notes on legends and landscape, wildlife and
history, the book is full of expert guidance and tips on how to
make use of bothies, from packing lists to bothy etiquette and the
best walking routes in. Inspiring and fun, the book showcases
bothies in Snowdonia, the Brecon Beacons, Lake District, Pennines,
the Highlands and Islands of Scotland, and Northumberland, and is a
personal celebration of the world of bothying. Hidden away in the
hills and mountains of England, Scotland and Wales - for years
known only to a lucky few - is a network of huts, cottages and
shelters. Completely free to use, these secretive refuges can be
life-savers, quick stops and destinations in themselves. The
network of British bothies is cared for by the Mountain Bothies
Association, and day-to-day by the walkers, climbers and mountain
lovers who rest there.
Short Walks Brecon Beacons covering parts of The Sugar Loaf, Pen y
Fan and Llyn y Fan Fach. This selection offers interest and
regional variety in the Brecon Beacons, providing the best short
walks in the area. Covering walks through the whole of the Brecon
Beacons, both popular and little know scenic routes including Tor y
Foel and Mynydd Illtud. - See walk locations by Looking Inside
Inside: -20 circular walks up to 5 miles - Clear, large scale
Ordnance Survey route maps - GPS reference for all Brecon Beacons
waypoints - Where to park, good pubs and places of interest en
route - All routes have been fully researched and written by expert
outdoor writers - Beautiful photography of scenes from the walks
Ideal for families, or for those who prefer shorter distances,
Short Walks guides contain 20 walks graded by distance, duration
and difficulty. Each route includes points of interest as well as
fun observation questions for children.
Foreword by Levison Wood, presenter of Walking the Americas. A
comprehensive, fascinating and inspiring gallery of the great
expeditions that changed our world. This is the ultimate collection
of stories about intrepid explorers who forged new frontiers across
land, sea, sky and space. Throughout history there have been brave
men and women who dared to go where few had gone before. They broke
new ground by drawing on incredible reserves of courage, fortitude
and intelligence in the face of terrible adversity. Their
endeavours changed the world and inspired generations. Spanning
several centuries and united by the common theme of the resilience
of the human spirit, this is the ultimate collection of the stories
of the intrepid explorers who forged new frontiers across land,
sea, skies and space. 50 incredible journeys including; * Tenzing
and Hillary's conquest of Everest * Neil Armstrong's giant leap *
Christopher Columbus' new world * Amelia Earhart flying the
Atlantic * gold fever in the Yukon * the hunt for a man-eating
leopard in India Great Expeditions includes not only some of the
most famous journeys in history but also introduces many more that
ought to be more widely recognised and celebrated.
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. 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.
A walking guide to the Silverdale and Arnside Area of Outstanding
Natural Beauty (AONB), at the top of Morecambe Bay in Cumbria and
Lancashire, overlooking the Lake District. 21 day walks are
described between Carnforth, Holme, Milnthorpe and Arnside,
climbing wooded hills and limestone escarpments with views of the
Lake District fells. Walks are between 2 and 8 miles in length and
visit nature reserves including Leighton Moss RSPB reserve, follow
the canal and explore the shoreline. Summits include Wharton Crag,
Arnside Knott, Farleton Knott and Hutton Roof Crags. The
combinations of rocky coastal scenery, woodland and rough limestone
hills either side of the M6 in north Lancashire, make this a
paradise for walkers. Routes can easily be linked into longer walks
and the extensive network of well walked paths enables walks to be
shortened or lengthened at will. The area is renowned for its flora
and fauna, its historic buildings and interesting geological
features.
Lancashire Bouldering is the very first guidebook to the bouldering
in Lancashire and Greater Manchester. It covers 47 venues in three
unique areas: the Bowland fells, the southern quarries and the East
Lancashire moors. Alongside full coverage of classic venues like
Brownstones, Craig Y Longridge and Thorn Crag, there is also
detailed coverage of many previously undocumented crags.With
fantastic action photos, full colour photo topos and maps for every
crag, this book is designed for everyone from the beginner to the
seasoned boulderer. Beginners will find plenty to do at amenable
grades - whether they hanker for big days out in scenic locations
or just friendly venues ideal for after-work cragging. Those in
search of sterner challenges will not be disappointed - there are
hundreds of problems in the harder grades, which stretch all the
way up to Font 8B.
Guidebook to walking in Derbyshire and the Peak District. 60
circular day walks, ranging from 2 to 10 miles (4 to 14km), offer
something for walkers of all abilities. The walks start from bases
all over the area including Glossop, Buxton, Bakewell, Matlock,
Ripley, Ashbourne and Derby. The routes are illustrated with OS map
extracts and accompanied with the author's own photographs, as well
as including plenty of practical information on getting to and
around Derbyshire and the routes. Historic sites including Hardwick
Hall, Kedleston Hall, Eyam, Chatsworth House (the fictional
Pemberley), New Mills, Cromford, Goyt Valley and Dovedale are also
explored, as are Bronze and Iron Age forts, medieval castles and
ruined Abbeys. Walking routes pass remnants of ancient
civilisations, fine market towns and villages, caverns, castles,
country houses and parklands, historic spa resorts and industrial
heritage sites, and the book is full of background information
detailing the local history.
The 40 routes in this guidebook offer some of the best trail
running, fell running and sky running routes in the Lake District
National Park, one of the world's great mountain running regions.
Each route has been carefully graded to indicate terrain and
difficulty so that the runner can select a route that suits their
ability or aspirations for the day. Routes range from 5 miles to 21
miles, and include classics such as the Helvellyn skyline, Langdale
Horseshoe, Borrowdale and Scafell Pike direct. Detailed route
descriptions and OS map extracts accompany each route, along with
key facts, including distance, ascent, descent, timings, maps,
transport and parking. There is a useful introduction explaining
the history of trail and fell running in the Lake District, along
with advice about the best bases for a trail running holiday,
equipment and adapting to running off road. There is a rich history
of mountain running in the UK, and for many the Lake District is
the spiritual home of fell running. Whether you want to follow the
course of some of the classic fell races, or explore some of the
quieter corners of the national park, the aim of this book is to
inspire you to enjoy this thrilling sport in one of its greatest
playgrounds.
This guidebook describes 44 routes and over 100 summits across the
Southern Uplands of Scotland, stretching south-west from Edinburgh
to the English border, including the Galloway and Pentland Hills.
The walks range between 2 and 18 miles, suitable for walkers of all
abilities. Highlights include Merrick and the Galloway Hills, Hart
Fell and the Devil's Beeftub, Cheviot and the Border Ridge,
Arthur's Seat and the River Tweed. Each route provides OS 1:50,000
mapping, information on distance, ascent, time, maximum altitude
and terrain, as well as details of any variants or shortcuts. With
notes on points of interest along the way as well as on transport
and accommodation, the guide gives all the information walkers
need. The Southern Uplands is a range that is about as big as the
Pennines. It is wild hill country, with over 80 hills of 2000ft or
more, and it boasts a real remoteness that is difficult to find
elsewhere. All hillwalkers should experience these wonderfully
characterful landscapes: green and gentle, but with hidden
surprises and remote escapes. The routes are suitable from spring
to autumn, and on winter days with good weather and snow
conditions.
One of a series of ten books in the new Top 10 Walks: Wales Coast
Path series. Handy, pocket-sized, full colour walking guides
written by experts.. Each volume outlines the most popular circular
walks along key sections of the coast path, with clear information,
an overview and introduction for each walk, expertly written
numbered directions, enhanced Ordnance Survey maps, superb,
eye-grabbing panoramic photographs, and interpretation of points of
interest along the way, these guides set a new standard in
reliability, clarity and ease-of-use. Featured walks include:
Pendine & Marros, Laugharne, Llansteffan, Pembrey, Whiteford ,
Llangennith, Rhossili, Oxwich, Pennard, Caswell Bay & Pwlldu
Bay. Other titles in the series include: Llyn Penin-sula, Cardigan
Bay North and Cardigan Bay South.
Guidebook to 45 lesser known circular walks in Brecon Beacons
National Park, perfect for those wishing to discover the diversity
of the region, away from the crowds. The routes, which range from
3.3km (2 miles) to 21.6km (13.4 miles), cover four geographic
areas: Mynydd Du (The Black Mountain), Fforest Fawr, Brecon Beacons
and the Black Mountains (Y Mynyddoedd Duon), offering a variety of
stunning mountain and valley walking. Designed to be akin to 'a
park ranger in your pocket', route descriptions (together with
1:50,000 OS mapping) are accompanied by commentary on topics such
as geomorphology, archaeology, local history, land-use and
environmental issues. A useful Welsh-English glossary is also
included, as are summary tables organizing routes by both
difficulty and interest. A remarkably diverse landscape, the Brecon
Beacons National Park showcases some of the best scenery in Wales.
The area also offers a plethora of sites and activities for
visitors of all ages and interests. Favourite attractions for
children include Dan-yr-Ogof Show Caves in the Swansea Valley,
Brecon Mountain Railway at Penderyn and Big Pit National Coal
Museum near Blaenavon. Picturesque market towns on the edges of the
park, such as Llandovery, Brecon, Crickhowell and Abergavenny, are
also great places to explore.
Walk Ambleside, Rydal and Grasmere is a practical walking guidebook
to twenty walks in the Lake District around and above Ambleside,
Waterhead, Rydal and Grasmere. Including all the classic high tops,
the low fells and easy valley walks around lake, wood, waterfall
and tarn, each walk is presented on a double page spread with clear
description, excellent map, and inspirational photographs.This is
the second book in the "WALK THE" series, following the release of
Walk the Langdales with Bill Birkett.
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