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Guidebook to 40 outdoor adventures in the Lake District with
children under 12, including hiking, biking, scrambling, boating,
swimming, paddling, camping, bothying and hostelling. The
adventures are graded, with alternatives given where they exist so
families can embark on the level of adventure that suits them best.
Similarly, the guide is designed for long-term use, so as children
grow up they can progress to more exciting and challenging
adventures. All featured routes have been rigorously road-tested
and have got the thumbs up from the harshest of critics - the
under-12s. In addition to OS mapping and easy-to-follow route
description, the guide also includes invaluable practical
information on bike/boat hire, bases and transport in the Lake
District, plus notes on adventuring safely, getting close to nature
and responsibly using national parks. The guide is also visually
appealing, showcasing stunning photography guaranteed to inspire.
With its twinkling tarns for skimming stones and craggy summits for
scrambling, the Lake District is a natural adventure playground for
children of all ages. It is the perfect place for families to share
outdoor adventures, have fun together and inspire youngsters to
love and cherish wild and rural landscapes.
Guidebook to the Way of the Roses, a 170-mile coast-to-coast cycle
route across Lancashire and Yorkshire. The three-day journey
(alternative two, four and five day itineraries are also outlined)
begins in Morecambe and finishes in Bridlington, linking scenic
country lanes, minor roads and traffic-free cycle paths. Six
excellent day rides, located in the vicinity of the main route, are
also described. Clear and concise route description is accompanied
by 1:100K mapping and gradient profiles, guaranteeing problem-free
navigating. Also included is handy advice on practicalities such as
preparation, equipment, accommodation and travel logistics to and
from the start and finish of the route. A challenge within the
reach of cyclists of all abilities and a satisfying traverse across
country, the Way of the Roses takes in idyllic villages such as
Burnsall, Pocklington and Settle, castles and cathedrals including
York, Ripon abbey and prehistoric sites, along with stunning
natural features such as the Three Peaks, Brimham Rocks and
Flamborough Head.
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.
This revised edition of Steve Ashton's classic guide presents 80
scrambles in the stunning Snowdonia National Park, offering
challenge, adventure and exhilaration, but also breathtaking
scenery and an unparalleled opportunity to connect with the
mountains of North Wales. The graded routes range from introductory
traverses to demanding climbs involving technicality and exposure,
recommended only for those with considerable experience, a strong
head for heights and solid grounding in basic rope technique. It is
now easier than ever to explore the Carneddau, Glyders and Snowdon
Group, plus the finest scrambling in Eifionydd, the Moelwyns,
Rhinogs and Cadair Idris. The favourites are all here - the Snowdon
Horseshoe, North Ridge of Tryfan, Bristly Ridge and Cneifion and
Cyfrwy Aretes - as well as a number of lesser-known routes,
including 16 not included in the previous guide. Photo topos
illustrate the ascent routes, alongside comprehensive route
description detailing the preferred line of ascent and descent
options. Many routes also include ideas as to how scrambles might
be combined to create longer outings, and summary information and
overview statistics are provided to aid route selection. Dramatic
colour photography completes the package. With advice on how to
progress and stay safe, Scrambles in Snowdonia is an indispensable
and comprehensive guide to enjoying the freedom and excitement of
scrambling in the rugged Welsh mountains.
As the wildest of the northern coast-to-coast cycle routes, the
Reivers Route explores the rich Border Reiving history of northern
England and the Scottish Borders. Travelling 173 mile (280km) from
Whitehaven to Tynemouth, this four-day cycle tour takes in the
Cumbrian coast, northern Lake District, Northumberland National
Park and North Tynedale, offering memorable off-road cycling
through Kershope Forest and around Kielder Water. The route offers
both on and off-road cycling, and is suitable for cyclists using
touring or hybrid bikes. Places to stay overnight include Carlisle,
Bailey Mill and Bellingham. The guidebook also offers the Borderers
Ride, an alternative coast-to-coast ride along the England-Scotland
border from Gretna to Berwick-upon-Tweed. This route joins up the
fantastic middle section of the Reivers Route with a route heading
north via Wooler and the Holy Island of Lindisfarne to finish at
Berwick-upon-Tweed. Whether on the Reivers Route or the Borderers
Ride, these cycle tours offer exceptional cycling on gated roads
and quiet cycle paths as they explore rolling hillsides, remote
forests and plenty of historic sites. This guidebook provides
everything you need to enjoy a successful cycle tour on the Reivers
Route or Borderers Ride. Each stage includes detailed 1:100,000
mapping, profiles and comprehensive route description containing
insights into points of interest along the way. The introduction
offers plenty of information about the area's history, as well as
practical advice about suitable bikes, equipment, and transport to
and from the route. The appendices feature useful contacts for bike
shops and available accommodation.
This handy guidebook offers the finest day walks in five different
areas of the Auvergne, an often-forgotten region in central France
perfect for accessible day walking in a unique and spectacular
landscape. Towns such as Vichy, Clermont-Ferrand and Puy-en-Velay
also offer delightful places to base yourself for that perfect
walking holiday. The ridges, rocky peaks and verdant valleys of the
Cantal supervolcano dominate south-western Auvergne. The centre of
the region hosts the unique chain of 'puys' with their pudding bowl
forms and the pristine crater lakes of the Sancy massif. In the
north, the Montagne Bourbonnaise preserves a pastoral way of life
which is quintessentially French while the Haute Loire's rivers and
medieval abbeys reward those venturing further off the beaten
track. Notes on the geology and history of points of interest
passed en route help you to get the most out of your explorations.
The 42 routes described range from easy to challenging and between
5 and 20km. All are illustrated with clear, original sketch maps
and colour photographs and all the information you need to plan
your trip is included, including a useful walker's glossary.
Hadrian's Cycleway is a 174 mile route from Ravenglass in Cumbria
to South Shields. Also known as Route 72, this coast-to-coast route
heads north up the Cumbrian coast to reach the Solway AONB before
crossing northern England along Hadrian's Wall and into
Northumberland. Suitable for cyclists of all abilities, the ride is
usually completed over three days from west to east. The route
allows cyclists to explore Hadrian's Wall World Heritage Site,
visiting Roman forts including Vindolanda and Housesteads as well
as milecastles, abbeys and historic towns. Other highlights include
the Cumbrian coast, Tyne Valley and the famous Sycamore Gap. While
the main route is described from west to east over three days, the
guide provides plenty of information about other options. Advice is
given at the end of each stage about how to complete the route from
east to west, as the route can be used in connection with other
coast to coast routes to create week-long round trips. Other
itineraries include a two-day Wall Only ride from Bowness-on-Solway
to South Shields, and a 'More Wall Alternative' to Day 2. The guide
also features extensive listings of accommodation, bike shops and
other cyclist-friendly facilities.
A guide to reaching the summit of every country in Europe -
driving, walking and climbing routes to the tops of 50 countries in
Europe. Detailed route descriptions, sketch maps - advice on
transport, seasons, grading and gear. Heading to the highest point
of any European country is an experience not to be missed. The
continent has a wealth of adventure and a huge variety of dazzling
scenery awaiting the walker and climber. And each of Europe's 50
countries celebrates its national high point in a different way.
This guide brings together detailed route descriptions for those
seeking to get to the highest peaks in countries from Liechtenstein
to Latvia and Germany to Greece. Whether attempting to climb
individual high points or complete all 50 ascents, these routes are
crammed with some of the most stunning landscapes and exciting
terrain that Europe has to offer. From the frozen tundra of the
Arctic Circle to the arid plains of the Sierra Nevada, this book
contains something for everyone with routes ranging from afternoon
strolls in Malta and Moldova to three-day mountaineering ascents on
classic Alpine routes such as Mont Blanc and Dufourspitze.
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