|
Books > Sport & Leisure > Sports & outdoor recreation
Mark Richards has chosen 15 of the best short walks around
Hadrian's Wall for you to explore. Our guide comes with
easy-to-read Ordnance Survey maps and clear route descriptions,
perfect if you're new to walking or are looking for something you
can enjoy with the whole family. We've included information on
local beauty spots and tasty refreshment stops, and most of the
walks can be completed in under 3 hours. We haven't included any
walks with challenging terrain or complicated navigation, and all
you'll need to take with you are a waterproof jacket and a pair of
comfortable trainers.
This guidebook details the 137 mile sea-to-sea / C2C cycle route.
This much loved short cycle tour across northern England takes you
from Whitehaven or Workington on the west coast to Tynemouth or
Sunderland on the east across 3 days. The ride is suitable for all
bike types (including e-bikes) with detailed on and off road
alternatives routes given. The guide contains easy-to-use route
descriptions accompanied by 1:100,000 maps and useful gradient
profiles. Facilities are given for each stage of the ride and a
useful accommodation guide is included in the appendices. The ride
weaves through the Lake District National Park, northern Pennines
and County Durham, providing a balance of challenge and reward as
you climb through the mountain passes of Whinlatter, Hartside Top
and Black Hill. This cycle tour is a 'must have' on on any cycle
tourers ticklist.
The Moray Way consists of all or part of three previously existing
routes: the Moray Coast Trail, the Speyside Way and the Dava Way.
Together they cover a huge and varied range of landscapes.This book
is the ideal guide to much of what this beautiful and richly
historical part of Scotland has to offer. The largest town, Forres,
is an ancient royal burgh. Between it and the next biggest town of
Lossiemouth lie the coastal villages of Findhorn, Burghead and
Hopeman, connected by some of Scotland's finest coastal scenery and
beaches. Eastwards, beyond intact remains of second world war
defences, lie Garmouth and Fochabers, the former, many centuries
ago, the main port of Moray Here the Moray Way turns south,
following a course through the fertile Spey valley. Its many
distilleries are part of the considerable variety of interest as
the route continues to the resort town of Grantown. A final stage
northward crosses the wild openness of Dava Moor, reaching
eventually the spectacular Divie viaduct where there is a dramatic
change to gentler woodlands and pastoral landscapes as the trail
leads back to Forres.
This guidebook describes 35 circular walking routes in the Dark
Peak - the wilder northern area of the Peak District distinguished
by its dark gritstone. The walks range between 4 and 13.5 miles in
length (6.5km to 22km), varying in terms of difficulty: some
involve steep ascents and descents, uneven ground and pathless
terrain, and demand a good level of navigational competence. The
book also outlines 5 longer routes (3 linear; 2 circular) of 15.5
to 28 miles (25-45km) for those wishing to explore the area
further, including a classic 'skyline' circuit of the Kinder Scout
plateau. Detailed route description and 1:50,000 OS mapping are
provided for each route, along with information on nearby points of
interest and facilities. Icons of the Dark Peak - such as Kinder
Scout, Stanage Edge, the Roaches and Mam Tor - are included,
however, the focus is on exploring the lesser-known corners of the
region. The routes take in striking gritstone edges, distinctive
rock formations, open moorland, steep-sided valleys and hidden
waterfalls. The Dark Peak features a wild landscape of sweeping
moorland and big skies. Easily accessible from Sheffield, it boasts
a wealth of natural, geological, historical and cultural interest -
and some great walking.
Earning a captain's license just got easier Whether you are an avid
boater seeking to improve your seamanship and get a discount on
boat insurance or aspire to start a business running a charter,
sightseeing, or whale-watching boat, this revised and updated Fifth
Edition is the only resource you need to obtain the captain's
license you want, including the six-passenger "Six-Pack," Master
and Mate Inland, Master and Mate Near Coastal, and Sail/Auxiliary
Sail Endorsement. Get Your Captain's License is thorough enough to
replace costly classroom instruction with its 350 pages of
seamanship and navigation tutorials and more than 1,500 carefully
selected questions and answers from the Coast Guard exams. The book
also contains details of a special offer (20% discount) for access
to a new associated website from Examiam that combines a digital
version of this book with all 12,000 of the U.S. Coast Guard's
latest Captain's license questions. Please note that access to this
website is not included with the purchase of this book; additional
fees apply.
This conveniently sized guide is an invaluable point of reference
for all who travel and take part in outdoor, wilderness and
mountain activities. Written by doctors with a wealth of wilderness
specific experience, it provides a comprehensive summary of
wilderness first aid and medicine - that is, managing accident or
illness in remote locations without immediate access to help -
giving you confidence in your ability to deal with any situation
that may arise. All topics are clearly referenced and easy to find,
with chapters covering preparation, prevention, accident protocol,
diagnosis, treatment and evacuation. From life-threatening
emergencies to broken bones and sprains, infectious diseases, food
poisoning, envenomation and respiratory problems, the book sets out
all the crucial protocol and procedures to follow. It covers a wide
range of different environments, including high altitude, desert,
polar, tropical and marine, dealing with risk management and a
variety of different scenarios. In addition, suggestions for
first-aid kits and lists of medications and antibiotics (with
dosage) can be found in the appendices.
David Jordan has chosen 15 of the best short walks around Arnside
and Silverdale for you to explore. Our guide comes with
easy-to-read Ordnance Survey maps and clear route descriptions,
perfect if you're new to walking or are looking for something you
can enjoy with the whole family. We've included information on
local beauty spots and tasty refreshment stops, and most of the
walks can be completed in under 3 hours. We haven't included any
walks with challenging terrain or complicated navigation, and all
you'll need to take with you are a waterproof jacket and a pair of
comfortable trainers.
This guidebook offers all the information walkers need to enjoy the
338km (210 miles) of the Severn Way. Beginning at the River
Severn's source in Powys, mid-Wales, the route follows the entire
Severn Valley, meandering through many superb landscapes and
interesting towns and villages before finishing near Bristol, in
south-west England. The step-by-step route description is divided
into four county sections, accompanied by OS map extracts and
packed with historical and geographical information about the
places along the way. Also includes a route to the source of the
river via Plynlimon and a link route from Severn Beach back to
Bristol at the end. The River Severn pulls together threads of
history, trade, commerce, civil war and the lives of ordinary folk
to produce a tapestry that is finely woven and rich in colour. That
walkers should want to trace its course, its many twists and turns,
is hardly surprising, not least because of its capacity to offer
countless challenges and plentiful delights. Walking the Severn Way
is a chance to get away from it all and relax without having to
resort to distant mountain regions.
This guidebook details the Pilgrims' Way, an historic pilgrimage
route to Canterbury Cathedral in Kent, home of the shrine of the
martyred archbishop, St Thomas Becket. The route is described both
from Winchester in Hampshire (138 miles) and London's Southwark
Cathedral (901/4 miles), with an optional spur to Rochester
Cathedral. With relatively easy walking on ancient byways, the
route from Winchester is presented in 15 stages of 5-14 miles: it
can be comfortably completed in under a fortnight. It follows a
major chalk ridge through scenic countryside, taking in
characterful towns and villages and historic churches. The route
from Southwark is described in 10 stages and includes a visit to
the ruined Lesnes Abbey. Detailed route description is accompanied
by 1:50,000 OS mapping, advice on making the most of a trip and
information on the historical background to the pilgrimage, key
historical figures and local points of interest. Accommodation
listings and details of facilities and transport links can be found
in the appendices. Pilgrimages to Becket's shrine began within a
few years of the his death in 1170, although Canterbury was a
popular destination even before this time due to the nearby shrine
of St Augustine. The route has featured in literature, drama and
film, and forms the setting for Geoffrey Chaucer's famous Middle
English work, The Canterbury Tales.
The essential guide to Florida's best overnight hiking trips From
the coastal bluffs of the Panhandle to the wild Everglades,
Backpacking Florida features 40 overnight trail adventures covering
a total of 600 miles across the state. Expert outdoorsman Johnny
Molloy provides readers with the tools and information they need to
unplug and experience Florida's amazing variety of ecosystems up
close.Destinations in this guide range from well-known, "must-do"
spots like Juniper Prairie Wilderness, Rice Creek Conservation
Area, and the Blackwater River State Forest to undiscovered gems
like Jennings State Forest, Ocklawaha Prairie Restoration Area, and
Bonnet Pond. Trails are categorized by region, difficulty, and
length, from 3-mile family treks to 50-mile larger-than-life
excursions, resulting in a useful guide for both novice and
experienced backpackers. For every trail, Molloy includes a map and
mileage chart and explains how to get to the trailhead, where the
campsites are, and what hikers will see along the way. Readers will
also find helpful advice on topics such as selecting a campsite and
food for the trail. Backpacking Florida is an invaluable resource
for planning and enjoying the perfect Florida outdoor adventure.
The A-Z Adventure Series of maps combines the best of OS and A-Z,
creating the perfect companion for walkers, off-road cyclists,
horse riders and anyone wishing to explore the great outdoors.
Glyndwr's Way is a 135 mile (217 km) National Trail in mid-Wales
from Knighton to Welshpool via Machynlleth. Linking locations
connected with Owain Glyndwr, the trail passes through the tranquil
Radnorshire Hills and across open moorland and rolling farmland
with views over Cadair Idris and Lake Vyrnwy. The route on the map
is clearly highlighted in yellow with mileage markers to gauge
distances when planning sections of the walk to enjoy. This
official National Trail Map* of Glyndwr's Way features 43 pages of
continuous Ordnance Survey 1:25000 mapping providing complete
coverage of Glyndwr's Way. The atlas includes a route planner
showing distances between places and the amenities available,
featuring: *Information Centres *Hotels/B&Bs *Youth Hostels
*Campsites (seasonal opening) *Public Houses *Shops *Restaurants
*Cafes (seasonal opening) *Petrol Stations Also featured is advice
on safety and security when walking and a selection of QR codes
linked to useful websites, including temporary route updates from
the National Trails, regional information, map reading advice and
weather reports. Unlike the original OS sheets, this A-Z Adventure
Atlas includes a comprehensive index to towns, villages, hamlets
and locations, natural features, nature reserves, car parks and
youth hostels, making it easy to find the required location
quickly. Each index entry has a page reference and a six figure
National Grid Reference. With a book size of 240mm x 134mm it is
the same size as the standard OS folded map. Other National Trails
available within the A-Z Adventure series include: Cotswold Way,
Hadrian's Wall Path, Norfolk Coast Path & Peddars Way, North
Downs Way, Pembrokeshire Coast Path, Offa's Dyke Path, Pennine Way,
South Downs Way, SW Coast Path, Thames Path, The Ridgeway and
Yorkshire Wolds Way. *A-Z is the official mapping partner of the
National Trails.
'Adrian has a unique gift for understanding drivers and racing
cars. He is ultra competitive but never forgets to have fun. An
immensely likeable man.' Damon Hill The world's foremost designer
in Formula One, Adrian Newey OBE is arguably one of Britain's
greatest engineers and this is his fascinating, powerful memoir.
How to Build a Car explores the story of Adrian's unrivalled
35-year career in Formula One through the prism of the cars he has
designed, the drivers he has worked alongside and the races in
which he's been involved. A true engineering genius, even in
adolescence Adrian's thoughts naturally emerged in shape and form -
he began sketching his own car designs at the age of 12 and took a
welding course in his school summer holidays. From his early career
in IndyCar racing and on to his unparalleled success in Formula
One, we learn in comprehensive, engaging and highly entertaining
detail how a car actually works. Adrian has designed for the likes
of Mario Andretti, Nigel Mansell, Alain Prost, Damon Hill, David
Coulthard, Mika Hakkinen, Mark Webber and Sebastian Vettel, always
with a shark-like purity of purpose: to make the car go faster. And
while his career has been marked by unbelievable triumphs, there
have also been deep tragedies; most notably Ayrton Senna's death
during his time at Williams in 1994. Beautifully illustrated with
never-before-seen drawings, How to Build a Car encapsulates,
through Adrian's remarkable life story, precisely what makes
Formula One so thrilling - its potential for the total
synchronicity of man and machine, the perfect combination of style,
efficiency and speed.
This guidebook provides 45 day walks in the Scottish Borders.
Separated into six sections, these walks are divided between the
north and south Cheviots, Tweed, Ettrick, Moffat and Manor hills
and feature main centres including Wooler, Kelso, Melrose, Peebles
and Moffat. The guide's seventh section outlines long distance
routes, including a walk along the Border from Gretna to
Berwick-on-Tweed. The Scottish Borders are rich in both history and
geology. These walks explore many historical sites, from Iron Age
forts on hillsides to bastles and towers dating from the Border
Reivers era. The stunning and varied scenery is a result of complex
geological processes; a visit to Dobb's Linn showcases preserved
fossils, while the coastline at St Abbs Head features iconic folded
rock formations which are home to a myriad of birds including
guillemots. Each walk features 1:50,000 OS mapping, comprehensive
route description and plenty of information about points of
interest along the route. The walks are graded and can be easily
customised with alternative start points, route variants and
shortcuts. The guide's introduction offers plenty of practical
information about how to get there and where to stay, while the
appendices list useful contacts and tourist information centres.
Set your students on track to achieve the best grade possible with
My Revision Notes. Our clear and concise approach to revision will
help students learn, practise and apply their skills and
understanding. Coverage of key content is combined with practical
study tips and effective revision strategies to create a guide that
can be relied on to build both knowledge and confidence. My
Revision Notes for AQA A-level PE will help students: - Consolidate
knowledge with clear, concise and relevant content coverage, based
on what examiners are looking for - Extend understanding with our
regular 'Now test yourself,' tasks and answers - Improve technique
through our increased exam support, including exam-style practice
questions, expert tips and examples of typical mistakes to avoid -
Identify key connections between topics and subjects with our
'Making links' focus and further ideas for follow-up and revision
activities - Plan and manage a successful revision programme with
our topic-by-topic planner, new skills checklist and exam breakdown
features, user-friendly definitions, glossary and online questions
and answers
|
|