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Books > Sport & Leisure > Sports & outdoor recreation > Active outdoor pursuits > Walking, hiking, trekking
Best Easy Day Hikes Baltimore includes concise descriptions of the
best short hikes in the area, with detailed maps of the routes. The
20 hikes in this guide are generally short, easy to follow, and
guaranteed to please.
Sheffield Round Walk is a 15-mile circular walk covering the
beautiful south-west corner of the city. It reveals the stunning
and varied landscapes of this part of the city, you'll see ancient
woodlands, river valleys, pretty Victorian suburbs and parkland,
and you'll glimpse the moorland above the city. Written by
Sheffield local Jon Barton, the text is peppered with interesting
detail about Sheffield's industrial past, geology and the varied
and surprising wildlife that can be seen on this walk. The walk
starts and finishes at Hunter's Bar Roundabout, where you can visit
the lovely independent shops and cafes along Ecclesall Road and
Sharrow Vale Road. From here the route goes through Endcliffe Park
following the Porter Brook to Ringinglow. Next, pick up the Limb
Brook, following it down to Ecclesall Woods and then on to
Beauchief. Onwards through Graves Park, Meersbrook Park and passing
the River Sheaf before climbing up through Nether Edge and Chelsea
Park and back to the start. The walk is split into four linear
sections, which vary in character from peaceful and rural to lively
and urban. Each section includes plenty of ideas for places to
visit on the route as well as details of local cafes and pubs.
Together with stunning photography, this book features Ordnance
Survey 1:25,000 maps, easy-to-follow directions, refreshment stops
and places to visit on and near the route.
Day Walks on the South Downs features 20 circular routes, between 6
and 14 miles (9km and 22km) in length, suitable for hill walkers of
all abilities. The routes are split into three geographical areas -
Hampshire, West Sussex and East Sussex - and include walks to the
most historic and beautiful areas of the South Downs National Park,
including Winchester Hill Fort, Black Down, Chanctonbury Ring,
Devil's Dyke, Ditchling Beacon and Beachy Head. This guidebook is
written by Deirdre Huston, a South Downs local, keen hill walker
and experienced author. Each route in this guide is described with
easy-to-follow directions and details of distance, navigation
information, refreshment stops and is plotted on clear and easy to
use Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 mapping. Also included is a detailed
Appendix.
These attractive and cleverly structured guidebooks give walkers
the ten finest circular routes on a section of the Lake district
National Park in a popular pocketable format. With clear
information, an overview and introduction for each walk, expertly
written numbered directions, enhanced OS mapping, eye-grabbing
panoramic photopgraphs, and interpretation sof points of interest
along the way, these guides set a new standard in realiability,
clarity and ease of use. Featured cafes include; Brew, Grasmere;
Rattle Gill Cafe, Ambleside; Chesters byt he RIver, Skelwith
Bridge; Courtyard Cafe, Claife Viewing Station; Bluebird Cafe,
Coniston; Croft Farm House Cafe, Buttermere; Flock In, Rosthwaite;
Lingholm Kitchen, Glenriding.
The Peak Bagging Wainwrights Fold-out Poster is designed to give
you an at-a-glance guide to 45 routes designed to help you complete
all 214 of Alfred Wainwright's Lake District fells in the most
efficient way. Derived from the bestselling guidebook Peak Bagging
Wainwrights, by Karen and Dan Parker, it allows you to easily plan
and record your Lakeland adventures as you follow in Wainwright's
footsteps. It features a custom 1:100,000-scale map showing all 45
routes, plus a list of all 214 Wainwrights grouped by route with
their heights. It's the perfect inspiration for your home or office
wall.
On eight treks in Nepal's Himalaya; to Kanchenjunga, Manaslu,
Annapurna, Everest, Langtang, Dolpo, Api and Mugu, the true spirit
of trekking is captured in Kev Reynolds' reverence, curiosity and
ongoing love of the world's greatest mountain range. The Himalaya
are no ordinary mountains. Stretching through five countries and
dwarfing all others, they have captured the imaginations of
travellers and mountain lovers for centuries. While some seek to
reach their snowy heights, many more step out onto winding and
climbing trails to trek through the heart of the mountains, and
live - if only for a little while - the life of an adventurer. The
first time a trail is explored offers unknown beauty and fresh
experience around every turn. This is Kev Reynolds' collection of
eight such discoveries along popular trails and into lands
previously locked away. Brought to life in vivid style, Reynolds
evokes the scent of fragrant rhododendron jungles and travelling
past terraced fields, hillside villages and ancient temples. Then
exploring into hidden valleys beyond the reach of civilization, and
on to towering, ice-locked peaks that scratch the sky. All proceeds
from sales of this book will be donated to the Nepal Earthquake
Appeal.
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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From Sarah Moss, the Sunday Times bestselling author of Summerwater
and Ghost Wall, comes a story about the circumstances and the
consequences of isolation. 'A tense page-turner . . . I gulped The
Fell down in one sitting' - Emma Donoghue 'Her work is as close to
perfect as a novelist's can be' - The Times At dusk on a November
evening in 2020 a woman slips out of her garden gate and turns up
the hill. Kate is in the middle of two weeks of isolation, but she
just can't take it any more - the closeness of the air in her small
house, the confinement. And anyway, the moor will be deserted at
this time. Nobody need ever know. But Kate's neighbour Alice sees
her leaving and Matt, Kate's son, soon realizes she's missing. And
Kate, who planned only a quick solitary walk - a breath of open air
- falls and badly injures herself. What began as a furtive walk has
turned into a mountain-rescue operation . . . Unbearably
suspenseful, witty and wise, The Fell asks probing questions about
the place the world has become since March 2020, and the place it
was before. This novel is a story about compassion and kindness and
what we must do to survive. 'Gripping, thoughtful and revelatory' -
Paula Hawkins 'This slim, intense masterpiece is one of my best
books of the year' - Rachel Joyce 'One of our very best
contemporary novelists' - Independent
Ian and Krysia Brodie's carefully chosen walks are intended for all
ages and abilities, guiding walkers through some of the most
beautiful landscape in Lancashire. Straightforward instructions are
accompanied by helpful maps, local information, historical
background and attractive photographs, making this book a real joy
to use.
The Yorkshire Dales combine a wild limestone landscape of high
rolling moorland gouged by dramatic caves and cascading waterfalls
with peaceful farmland carpeted in wildflowers and dotted with
ruined abbeys, ancient stone walls and barns, and timeless villages
waiting to be discovered.The 40 moderate walks in this collection
from award winning publisher Pocket Mountains highlight the very
best the area has to offer and include adventures in Wharfedale,
Malhamdale, Nidderdale, Ribblesdale, Wensleydale, Swaledale and
Dentdale. Many routes make use of sections of established
long-distance trails such as the Pennine Way and the Dales Way.
Lancashire is a walker's paradise with many unexpected delights
such as Silverdale and the Forest of Bowland. This collection of
100 great walks will help you explore the diverse and beautiful
landscapes of this fascinating yet under-rated county. The Crowood
Walking Guides give detailed and accurate route descriptions of the
100 walks which are up to 12 miles in length. Full-colour mapping
is included which is sourced from the Ordnance Survey. Details of
where to park and where to eat and drink are included and also
places of interest to see en route.
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 contains over 60 walks which explore the best of the
Julian Alps of Slovenia. The walks and treks in this guidebook are
organised around five bases in the Julian Alps - Kranjska Gora,
Bovec, Kobarid, Bled and Bohinj - all of which have a range of
accommodation and public transport facilities. There is something
here for everyone - from easy valley walks and rougher forest
trails to high-mountain protected routes, including multiple routes
up Triglav, Slovenia's highest peak. Several possibilities for
multi-day walks are included. The Julian Alps are situated in the
small independent republic of Slovenia, at the south-eastern end of
the Alpine chain. Their highest peak, Triglav, at 2864m, may be
smaller than some of the better-known western giants, but what the
mountains lack in stature they make up for in interest and
accessibility. The dramatic limestone peaks drop steeply through
forests to flower meadows, and will give you a feast for the eyes
no matter which direction you turn.
From Eric Robson’s Foreword: When Richard first mentioned this
book to me and outlined the themes he hoped to address in it, I
confess that I didn’t think he’d be able to carry it off.
Surely we only ever scratched the surface of Alfred Wainwright’s
complex character? Even after all the months of filming together,
the passions that drove him remained locked in his private, silent
world. Against that background Richard had surely set himself an
impossible task. I was wrong. Richard has produced a book that’s
entertaining and knowledgeable in equal measure. I should never
have doubted him. It was, after all, the young Mr Else who
persuaded AW to sup with the devil in the first place and against
his better judgement agree to work with us television people. *****
It was the most unlikely of relationships. Britain’s most
distinguished guidebook writer was in his late seventies and a
young, inexperienced documentary film maker who was less than half
his age. Yet Richard Else persuaded Wainwright out of the shadows
and onto the nations television screens. In doing so, the highly
reclusive Wainwright became the most unlikely of celebrities and
his films with Eric Robson were amongst the most popular programmes
on the small screen. Wainwright Revealed is not simply the inside
story of those films - films that, Richard argues, did more than
anything else to spawn today’s Wainwright industry. It also
explores how, for the first and only time in his life, Wainwright
agreed to work collaboratively with another person. Richard
meticulously documents the 10 years they spent together and
provides a new insight into AW’s achievement, his place in the
tradition of guidebook writing and into a life that was essentially
solitary. Richly illustrated with over 70 photographs (many seen
here for the first time), Richard explores the forces that
motivated Wainwright - forces which AW almost certainly did not
fully understand. This book discovers a more complex individual
than previously thought and is indispensable for both fans of
Wainwright’s work and all those who enjoy exploring our fells,
dales, moors, mountains and glens.
The remarkable true story of one man's escape from the depths of
depression through his 3,000 mile walk across the country 'A great
and inspirational read' MATT HAIG, bestseling author of Reasons to
Stay Alive 'Inspiring' INDEPENDENT 'An uplifting and inspirational
journey through raw emotion' RAYNOR WINN, bestselling author of The
Salt Path AS SEEN ON BBC BREAKFAST ______ After coming terrifyingly
close to suicide, Jake Tyler was determined to take back control of
his life from the clutches of depression. With only a pair of
walking boots and a backpack, he left his home town of Maldon and
began a 3000-mile walk around the British mainland. In documenting
every step of his adventure, Jake shares the ways in which his road
to recovery was enhanced by the kindness of strangers, who helped
him to better understand himself and the power of human connection.
This is the story of Jake's journey around the UK, and of his
journey to finding peace within himself and the world around him.
______ 'Jake you have changed people's lives . . . we are all
fans!' Chris Evans, Virgin Radio 'An incredible journey, an
inspirational memoir . . . beautiful' Zoe Ball, BBC Radio 2
'Inspiring . . . It's something that will help many through these
dark times' Bryony Gordon 'This book is a tonic. Until we can all
get out and explore Britain's beauty for ourselves again, this is
the ideal substitute' Mirror 'So compelling in his honesty . . .
very poignant' Express 'A tale told with courageous honesty.
There's much to learn here about how reconnecting with nature and
trusting others can rekindle the joy of being alive' BBC
Countryfile 'A testament to the power of human connection, this is
a physical and mental journey to inspire hope even in the darkest
of times' National Geographic
A guidebook to 30 circular Cotswolds walks in the largest Area of
Outstanding Natural Beauty in England. Fourteen of the routes
include sections of the Cotswold Way National Trail, a 102-mile
walk that winds its way from Chipping Campden to Bath. Covering 790
square miles, the Cotswolds is home to lush green hills,
picturesque valleys and beautiful beech woodlands. The impressive
Edge - a remarkable limestone escarpment - offers ethereal views
across the Vales of the Severn, Berkeley and Gloucester to the
Malverns and the distant mountains of Wales. Ranging from 4 to 12
miles in length, the routes are graded from easy to strenuous,
offering something for every walker. Step-by-step route
descriptions are accompanied by 1:50,000 mapping. There is plenty
of information on the many points of interest passed en route,
including Roman ruins, ancient stone circles, Neolithic long
barrows and historic villages. Also included is a useful route
table summary, information on accommodation, and details on the
region's geology, landscape, plants and wildlife.
One of six books in the Yorkshire Dales: Top 10 Walks series. This
attractive and cleverly structured guide gives walkers ten of the
finest pub walks in the Yorkshire Dales National Park in a popular
pocketable format. With clear information, an overview and
introduction for each walk, expertly written numbered directions,
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: the White Lion Inn, Cray; Rose & Crown Inn,
Bainbridge; Buck Hotel, Reeth; New Inn, Clapham; George &
Dragon, Dent; Craven Arms, Appletreewick; Falcon Inn, Littondale;
Bolton Arms, Redmire; Buck Inn, Malham; Red Lion, Langthwaite.
This attractive and cleverly structured guidebook gives dog walkers
access to the finest dog walks in the Lake District. The cafes and
tea rooms have been chosen on the basis that dogs are allowed
inside thus ensuring the enjoyment of both dog and owner, whatever
the weather. With clear information, an introduction for each walk,
and simple, easy-to-read maps, this beautiful book will appeal to
all who want to venture out into the countryside with their dogs.
The walks are for all levels of fitness and abilities and having no
stiles ensures a hassle free walk for both dog and owner. Areas
included are: Keswick, Glenridding, Pooley Bridge, Grasmere,
Hawkshead, Coniston, Ambleside, and Windermere. Both authors are
experienced walkers, qualified in mountain leadership and
countryside management.With clear information, an introduction for
each walk, and simple, easy-to-read maps, this beautiful book will
appeal to all who want to venture out into the countryside with
their dogs. The walks are for all levels of fitness and abilities
and having no stiles ensures a hassle free walk for both dog and
owner. Areas included are: Keswick, Glenridding, Pooley Bridge,
Grasmere, Hawkshead, Coniston, Ambleside, and Windermere. Both
authors are experienced walkers, qualified in mountain leadership
and countryside management.
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