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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.
The Southern Upland Way is Scotland's coast-to-coast walk and the
longest of the nation's Great Trails. 215 miles long, it links the
pretty harbour village of Portpatrick on the west coast with
Cockburnspath, a little south of Dunbar, in the east. The walk is
at times a strenuous one, crossing the remote high moorland of the
Galloway Hills, Carsphairn range, Lowthers, Ettrick Hills and
Lammermuirs, calling for competence, fitness and self-reliance.
This guide presents advice on how best to plan and tackle this
challenging but highly rewarding journey. The waymarked trail is
presented in fourteen stages of 9-19 miles and suggestions for a
rest day exploring Moffat and its environs are also included. It is
possible either to backpack, taking advantage of five bothies and
unlimited wild camping possibilities, or to stay in towns and hill
villages, B&Bs and inns (facilitated by vehicle pick-up to
avoid excessively long walking days). The guide covers all the
practicalities, with tips on planning, transport, accommodation,
luggage transfer and vehicle support services. Clear step-by-step
route description is provided for each stage, accompanied by
1:50,000 OS mapping and notes on local history and points of
interest. A trek planner and useful contacts can be found in the
appendices. The Southern Upland Way showcases the wild beauty of
southern Scotland, taking in rugged moorland, rolling hills, wooded
river valleys, lochsides and coast, as well as some of the
attractive border towns that scatter the region. There are also
numerous historical sites, offering an insight into a fascinating
past - from ancient cairns to bastles, Covenanters' memorials and
literary connections - plus opportunities to visit local
attractions, including Castle Kennedy Gardens, Wanlockhead Lead
Mining Museum, Traquair House, Melrose Abbey and Thirlestane
Castle.
A guidebook to 80 walking routes on Scotland's Northern Isles of
Orkney and Shetland. Routes are described on the islands of Orkney
(Orkney Mainland, Hoy, South Ronaldsay, Burray, Rousay, Eday,
Westray, Papa Westray, North Ronaldsay) and the islands of Shetland
(Shetland Mainland, West Burra, East Burra, Foula, Fair Isle, Isle
of Noss, Bressay, Whalsay, Papa Stour, Muckle Roe, Out Skerries,
Esha Ness, Yell, Fetlar and Unst). Routes vary in length from 1
mile to 16 miles, with something to suit all abilities. Offering a
variety of landscapes together with a wealth of remarkable
archaeological sites such as Skara Brae and Jarlshof, Orkney and
Shetland are a walker's dream. Step-by-step route descriptions are
accompanied by clear OS mapping and a time estimate for completing
each route. The book includes plenty of information on the region's
wildlife, archaeology and history, as well as practical tips such
as when to go, what to take and getting to and around Orkney and
Shetland. Quiet, remote and abounding in rare plants and wildlife,
together with some of the world's most fascinating archaeological
sites, Orkney and Shetland offer a treasure trove of natural and
historic wonders, and makes an ideal walking holiday destination.
Germany did not have professional players or a national league
until the 1960s, yet it became one of the most successful football
nations in the world. Tor! (Goal!) traces the extraordinary story
of Germany's club and international football, from the days when it
was regarded as a dangerously foreign pastime, through the horrors
of the Nazi years to postwar triumphs and the crisis of the new
century. Tor! challenges the myth that German football is
'predictable' or 'efficient' and brings to life the fascinating
array of characters who shaped it: the betrayed pioneer Walther
Bensemann; the enigmatic genius Sepp Herberger; the all-conquering
Franz Beckenbauer; the modern misfit Lothar Matthaus. And even the
radio commentator Herbert Zimmermann, whose ecstatic cries of
'Tor!' greeted the winning goal in the 1954 World Cup final and
helped change a whole nation's view of itself. Fully revised and
updated ahead of the 2022 World Cup, Tor! is the definitive history
of German football.
The South West Coast Path National Trail (SWCP) measures a
staggering 630 miles (1015km) from Minehead on the Somerset coast
right round Devon and Cornwall to Poole in Dorset. The guidebook
divides the route into 45 stages of between 12.5 to 37.5km,
beginning and ending where amenities are available. Written by
prolific outdoor writer Paddy Dillon, this guidebook is packed with
lots of information for planning your walk, including clear
step-by-step route descriptions and OS map extracts, public
transport links, accommodation and facilities along the way. Also
described is the 17-mile South Dorset Ridgeway, from West Bexington
to Osmington Mills, which can be used as a scenic way to shave 42
miles off the total distance. This epic route takes in Exmoor
National Park, five AONBs and the Jurassic Coast World Heritage
Site, besides various nature reserves and SSSIs. No other stretch
of coastline compares for scenic splendour, historical sites and
availability of refreshments, accommodation and public transport,
making it easy to split the South West Coast Path into week or
weekend-long sections.
Exam Board: Pearson BTEC Academic Level: BTEC National Subject:
Sport First teaching: September 2016 First Exams: Summer 2017 Ideal
for classroom or independent study, this Revision Guide with
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format breaks the content down into easily-digestible sections for
students and provides hassle-free instant-access revision for
learners. Clear specification fit, with revision activities and
annotated sample responses for each unit to show students how to
tackle the assessed tasks. Written with students in mind - in an
informal voice that talks directly to them. Designed to be used
alongside the Workbook with clear unit-by-unit correspondence to
make it easy to use the books together. Updates to this title If
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Over 2,500 years ago, Hippocrates advocated the personalisation of
"nourishment and exercise" as the "safest way to health". He knew
that our behaviours influence our health, but he did not know why.
This book explains the missing link: the crucial role played by our
hormones and what we can do to optimise them. Hormones set in
motion the physiological processes that keep us alive, bringing our
DNA to life by directing gene expression. Hormones are the
protagonists in the interaction between lifestyle and health. We
can harness our hormones positively to optimise health through our
choice of behaviours. Conversely, mistiming between our actions and
internal hormone biological clocks can derail the intricate
interactions of hormone networks. For example, in relative energy
deficiency in sport (RED-S). This book reveals the clandestine
world of hormones, navigating the path to achieving full personal
potential, through the different stages of life. This is relevant
for both men and women, whatever your objectives, whether you are a
high-level athlete; looking to improve health and fitness; seeking
to understand hormone disruption; or meeting the challenges of
physiological changes in hormones during life such as perimenopause
and menopause. Practical tips and "hormone stories" provide
actionable advice and real-life examples of how to tune in to your
hormones and maintain hormone health. As the human lifespan
extends, it becomes ever more desirable to remain healthy into old
age. Understanding how and why your choice of lifestyle affects
your hormones empowers you to take informed decisions to improve
your personal health. A life-long, healthy mix of exercise,
nutrition and sleep is open to anyone, at minimal cost.
Here is a guidebook to the Elbe Cycle Route, possibly the easiest
long-distance cycle route in Europe, being almost entirely flat or
downhill for some 1200km. Cruise alongside one of Europe's great
rivers as it flows from its source, through Czechia and Germany to
the North Sea. This guidebook describes the route across 29 stages
(together with a practical prologue stage), with stages ranging
from 21 to 69 kilometres. Suggested schedules include 13, 15, 17
and 19 day options, making this a perfect 2-3 week cycle tour. Map
extracts at a scale of 1:150 accompany clear route description,
with gradient profiles provided where they are helpful. Background
information on the region's history and natural environment is also
provided, as are practical tips relating to preparation, transport
to the start and finish, accommodation, amenities, navigation,
safety and more. History abounds along this waymarked route. Pedal
passed restored palaces, cathedrals, churches and other baroque and
rococo buildings; see where the Iron Curtain once stood; and
discover the great cities of Dresden, Magdeburg and Hamburg.
This guidebook to walking on the Scilly Isles includes 11 day walks
and 4 boat trips. The walks are between 1.5 and 10 miles long
(2.5km and 16km), and explore the larger islands such as Tresco, St
Martin's, St Mary's, St Agnes and Bryher as well as smaller islands
in the archipelago. Alongside the walks, which are suitable for
walkers of all abilities, are 4 boat trips which explore Annet and
the Western Rocks, the Norrard Rocks, St Helens and Tean as well as
the Eastern Isles. All routes are illustrated with OS mapping and
contain lots of background information on the history, geology and
ecology of the islands. There is also practical information on
public transport services and accommodation. With their mild
climate and relaxing atmosphere, the Isles make an ideal holiday
destination, with stunning scenery, rich bird life and myriad
wildflowers. Basking in sunshine, rising green and pleasant from
the blue Atlantic Ocean, fringed by rugged cliffs and sandy
beaches, they reveal their charms to those who walk the headlands,
sail from island to island and take time to observe the sights,
sounds and scents of the landscape.
The book comprises 36 short walking routes between 4 and 14 miles
in Northumberland, England's most sparsely populated county.
Ranging from easy ambles and gentle woodland trails to long days on
the hills, there is something for all types of walker - and all
types of weather. Taking in the beautiful coast with its immense,
empty beaches and dramatic crag-top castles to the remote hills of
the Cheviots and Pennines, the whole county is covered. Most of the
routes are circular, but there are a few linear walks that make use
of local bus services. The landscapes are rich in history,
featuring Hadrian's Wall, Lindisfarne Priory, Bamburgh and
Dunstanburgh castles, and much more. The walks are divided into
five geographical areas: north-east Northumberland, National Park
(north), Kielder, Tyne Valley and National Park (south) and the
North Pennines. Each walk description contains information on
start/finish points, distance covered, total ascent, terrain,
approximate walking time, grade, maps required, transport options,
public toilets and refreshments, and is accompanied by 1:50k OS
mapping. The book also includes a handy route summary table.
'Few have a better feel for Argentine rugby than Rex Gowar ... his
experience oozes from every paragraph. A fascinating, educational
read' - Robert Kitson, The Guardian Argentinean rugby is a unique -
and often mysterious - beast. In Pumas, veteran journalist Rex
Gowar digs to the heart of rugby in Argentina to reveal a history
like no other in the sport. Gregarious, colourful, controversial,
violent, shocking, beautiful - these are just some of the words to
describe the stories that emerge in these hair-raising pages as
some of the biggest characters in the game are profiled, famous
matches relived and painful history is scrutinised. In the first
book in English to examine rugby in Argentina in any depth, Gowar
explores how the roots of the game in the early twentieth century
has produced a twisting, astonishing history that has flowered in
the present day as the Pumas have established themselves as one of
the world's powerhouse rugby nations.
Eat Bike Cook brings together 40 delicious easy recipes created to
meet the energy demands of cyclists, with tips, hacks and food
diaries from women cyclists, both professionals and enthusiastic
amateurs. There are quick, up-and-at-'em breakfast ideas to charge
you up pre-ride, energy-boosting back pocket picnics to keep you
going strong while you're on the road and wonderfully restorative
main meals to share with friends once you've crossed the finish
line. With stunning food photography and illustrations by Kitty
Pemberton-Platt, whose drawings have lit up Instagram with their
honest visualisations of what female cyclists really eat. As well
as providing inspiration on easy and tasty ways to fuel for days on
the bike, Eat Bike Cook is a celebration of the female cycling
community: of the great chat in a cafe mid-ride, of the handful of
Haribos that gets you through the last 25km and the shared beer and
burger at the end of the day.
The Alta Via 1 is one of Italy's most famous and most popular
long-distance routes and is the easiest of six Alta Via routes that
traverse the magnificent Dolomites. The hut-to-hut trail extends
115km from Lago di Braies to La Pissa, boasting spectacular alpine
vistas. Although it demands a moderate level of fitness, it is well
waymarked and follows clear well-trodden paths, making for an ideal
introduction to trekking in the Dolomites. Welcoming refuges offer
meals and accommodation along the way, though camping is also
possible on the middle stages (restrictions apply elsewhere). The
route is presented in 11 stages, each with overview statistics, a
brief summary of the day's walking and detailed route description
illustrated with clear mapping. There are also comprehensive notes
on the huts the route passes, with contact details and tips on
facilities available. The intro includes advice on transport,
accommodation and equipment, plus suggestions for creating shorter
itineraries should time be limited, and there are facts about local
points of interest and background information on the region's
geology, plants and wildlife. A handy map booklet is also included,
showing the full route of AV1 on 1:25,000 Kompass mapping, so you
don't have to carry paper maps. Famed for their striking jagged
peaks and sheer rock faces, the Dolomites also bear stark reminders
of the turbulent World War I years in the shape of trenches and
barracks. The AV1 is a wonderful way to experience the celebrated
scenery: (weather permitting) an estimated 80% of the Dolomites can
be seen from the trail, with highlights including fantastic views
of the Tofane, Pelmo and Civetta and the iconic Marmolada with its
glacier. If this is your first visit to the region, you'll soon see
why so many fall under its spell!
This guide offers 40 walking routes on the Uists and Barra - a
unique 100km cluster of islands in Scotland's Outer Hebrides. The
walks are varied and graded, from short, flat beach walks beside
crystal clear waters to long excursions across wild mountainous
terrain, the routes visit all the major islands from Berneray to
Vatersay but also those smaller and offshore such as Eriskay and
Mingulay. Routes are described in four sections, by area, and
illustrated with vivid colour photographs and OS mapping. Walking
across these landscapes, especially the hill country, gives a sense
of remoteness and peaceful solitude that cannot be found in the
mainland's National Parks or on the Munros busy with peak baggers.
Despite a relatively narrow area, Uist and Barra's diverse islands
offer a contrasting walking terrain and many ancient historic sites
such as chambered cairns and standing stones as well as lots of
local wildlife. Upland areas are home to red deer and golden and
white-tailed eagles, while along the coast grey seals are common
and thousands of birds set up their breeding grounds in the
machair. Daily flights between Glasgow and Benbecula as well as the
ferry network mean that all of the islands are readily accessible.
GOLFLAND describes each one of Scotland's golf courses. It is the
detailed, definitive guide to the country's courses. It's the first
book of its kind in more than a decade, an ambitious celebration of
Scotland's embarrassment of golfing riches. Useful and informative,
it is a practical reference work. Beautifully designed, with
stunning photography by David Cannon, it is also a highly desirable
gift. GOLFLAND is an appropriate name for a book about the courses
of Scotland, the country recognised as the birthplace of the game.
Scotland is a mecca for golf tourists worldwide, who come to play
its most celebrated courses, such as Carnoustie, Muirfield and the
historic links of St Andrews. Yet for all of Scotland's most
distinguished courses, like those which host The Open, there are
hundreds of others, some known to aficionados, some so far-flung as
to be familiar to only a few. GOLFLAND records and celebrates them
all. If you are planning a trip to Scotland or simply want to
explore the richness of the country's golfing landscape, GOLFLAND
is essential. For dreaming about some future game, or else
remembering one played long ago, it is equally invaluable. GOLFLAND
will answer almost all the questions you might have about Scottish
golf courses. GOLFLAND is also the answer to a commonly asked
question: what is the perfect gift for the golfer in my life?
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