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Guidebook to walking Hampshire's Test Way, a 44 mile (71km) route
from Inkpen Beacon to the Eling Tide Mill near Southampton Water.
The walk, which is described over eight stages, takes in many of
the region's natural, historical and architectural delights, from
the ever famous 'Sprat and Winkle' railway to the River Test itself
- a stunning example of the exceedingly rare chalk stream. Each
stage (they range in length from 3 to 8.5 miles) is described
clearly and concisely, and is accompanied by 1:50,000 OS mapping.
Worth its weight in your backpack, the guide also includes
information on the history, geology and landscape of the Test
Valley, as well as practical information on accommodation and
transport. Additionally, it describes 15 circular walks in the Test
Valley, which vary in length from 3.75 miles (6km) to 8.5 miles
(13.75km). The Test Way passes through areas of intriguing history
and remarkable natural beauty. There are sites of Special
Scientific Interest (SSSI) and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty
(AONB) as well as Iron Age hill forts, medieval churches, age old
abbeys, relics from a long passed railway era and quaint villages
brimming with thatch and flint and individual 'hostelries' to
match. It is a walk well suited to history and geology enthusiasts,
and certainly a must for anyone interested in the iconic Sprat and
Winkle railway.
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Kyle
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Hays County Historical Commission; Betty Harrison
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Lana'i
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Alberta De Jetley
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Discovery Miles 5 110
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An adaptation of the famous poem about a Christmas Eve visitor, set in Ireland.
The South Downs Way National Trail is a 100 mile (160km) walk
between Eastbourne and Winchester, staying within the glorious
South Downs National Park for its entire length. Presented here in
12 stages of up to 12 miles (19km), the route is described in both
east-west and west-east. A waymarked trail with very few stiles, it
can be walked at any time of year and makes a good introduction to
long-distance walking. Step-by-step route descriptions are
illustrated with extracts from OS 1:50,000 mapping for every stage,
and a separate, conveniently sized booklet with 1:25,000 maps for
the entire route is included. The guide provides detailed practical
information on getting to the trail, and facilities and
accommodation en route. The South Downs Way offers easy walking on
ancient and historical tracks, and showcases the beautiful
countryside of the South Downs, taking in wooded areas, delightful
river valleys and pretty villages. Highlights include Beachy Head,
the mysterious Long Man of Wilmington, Clayton Windmills and the
ancient cathedral city of Winchester.
The tour guide is designed specifically for the enthusiast wanting
to explore and discover more about Israel's military history. But
instead of simply reading about historical events this guide takes
the traveller to the battle sites themselves throughout Israel. The
guide is in chronological order starting with the First World War
and taking you through selective events in history up to 2006. From
a geographical perspective the tour will take you from southern
Israel through the Jordan Valley and on to the Golan Heights in the
north by the Syrian and Lebanese border.
Amusing and informative, Hey Ranger! teaches as it entertains with
tales of boat ramp misadventures, lost Afghani campers, encounters
with wild animals, dumb crooks, and more. One chapter, "Tales from
the Wild Side," brings together unusual incidents from National
Park Service reports, and the concluding essay, "Don't Be a Victim
of Your Vacation," advises visitors on how to avoid being a story
on the evening news.
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