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The Yorkshire Dales are famously beautiful valleys in northern England, but Nidderdale is perhaps the least known of them. Unique among the dales, this scenic valley has three large reservoirs made in the 20th century by damming the River Nidd, creating a haven for birds including rare species. The valley is also rich in human heritage, from mining to Methodism. This 54-mile circuit starts and ends in the charming village of Pateley Bridge, and can be walked comfortably over four to six days. The book has all you need to plan and enjoy your holiday:   • concise directions, printed on rainproof paper   • 12 pages with detailed route mapping (1:40,000)   • background on River Nidd, minerals and textiles   • four page section on habitats and wildlife   • contact details for accommodation and transport   • Link routes from Ripon and Knaresborough   • lavishly illustrated with 95+ colour photos.

The Annandale Way is a charming long walk in a little-known, but very accessible, part of southern Scotland. Walked southward from source to the sea, it starts in the sheep town of Moffat, and runs for 56 miles (90 km) via Lochmaben, with superb views from the top of Almagill Hill. A slightly shorter branch of the route goes via Lockerbie and Eskrigg Nature Reserve. The two branches rejoin north of Annan to reach the Solway Firth at Newbiebarns.  This guidebook contains everything you need to plan and enjoy your trip:   detailed route description for walking from north to south foreword by broadcaster Stephen Jardine background on the history and economy of Annandale seven pages of habitats and wildlife with superb images planning information for transport and accommodation seven pages of detailed mapping of the route at 1:44,000 summary of each section showing distance, terrain and food/drink stops concise directions for those who prefer to walk south to north lavishly illus…

“A testament to excellent research, writing and photography” - Malcolm Hodgson, Trail Manager   The Cleveland Way is one of England’s oldest and best-loved National Trails. It runs for 108 miles (174 km) around the North York Moors National Park, starting inland at Helmsley, offering panoramic views over the vales of York and Mowbray and from the Cleveland Hills. After reaching the coast at Saltburn, it heads south along the dramatic sea cliffs, with their tales of shipwrecks and smugglers, to end at Filey.   The route features ancient burial mounds, ruined castles, abbeys and Roman remains, with more recent traces of industrial history. Vast areas of heather moorland are host to a wide range of wildlife. The Cleveland Way is easily accessible by public transport and is divided into easy stages by villages of character with friendly pubs and accommodation. Above all, walkers are welcomed with warm Yorkshire hospitality.   Our new second edition has larger-scale mapping, several route …

Wandelgids met kaarten en beschrijving. Op waterbestendig papier Orkney is Scotland's best-kept secret: a supreme outdoor destination that is more accessible than you expect, by ferry or plane. It offers world-class prehistory, approachable wildlife and welcoming Orcadian hospitality.This pilgrimage walk celebrates Orkney's patron saint, Magnus, some 900 years after his martyrdom. The 60-mile St Magnus Way has it all: manageable daily distances, stunning coastal vistas, unique wildlife, tidal islands, historic interest and great variety of terrain. It starts from the site of Magnus' martyrdom on Egilsay and culminates at his cathedral in Orkney's capital Kirkwall.For cyclists, the 67-mile (108 km) St Magnus Cycleway visits the same places as the Way. However it runs almost wholly on tarmac and is readily split into two circuits of 27 and 40 miles respectively (44 km and 64 km respectively).This essential trail guide contains all you need to plan your visit on foot or bike:Foreword by …

Lange afstandswandelgids van de St. Cuthbert's Way wandeling. Wandelgids met kaarten en beschrijving. op waterbestendig papier, in spiraalbinding. Follow the footsteps of St Cuthbert in this easy-going walk of 63 miles (101 km) from Melrose Abbey in the Scottish Borders to the Holy Island of Lindisfarne in Northumberland. St Cuthbert's Way is one of Scotland's Great Trails, and it is also one of England's great trails. Starting from the ruins of Melrose Abbey, it winds alongside the River Tweed, and after about 31 miles you walk across the border into England on high ground.   The Way includes a section of Roman road and passes castles, hill forts and historic ruins along the way. Most people will complete it comfortably within 5 or 6 days. Its summit is Wideopen Hill (369m/1210ft), and its barefoot finale is the Pilgrim Way to Lindisfarne with its priory and castle.   The route is fully waymarked, the gradients are modest and it has welcoming B&Bs and pubs at strategic intervals…

This new, flexible trail appeals to both walkers and cyclists. Walk 50 miles from Loch Tay to Perth, or cycle 65 miles from Loch Tay to Dundee or mix and match. Perthshire is home to grand scenery, famous trees and glorious wildlife. The route starts from Loch Tay, where the nearby Crannog Centre celebrates Iron Age history. The walking route passes along ancient paths, forest roads and disused railway tracks, whilst the cycling route runs on NCN7 and NCN77, almost all on tarmac.   Enjoy the scenery and wildlife of a river valley rich in native woodlands, birds and mammals. The River Tay system is home to salmon, red squirrels and half of the world’s freshwater pearl mussels. Most walkers will need 4 days to complete the 50-mile journey to Perth via Dunkeld. Most cyclists will complete the 65-mile route from Loch Tay to Dundee via Perth over 2 to 3 days. Both groups can divide their journeys into manageable sections and stay in welcoming places.

The Borders Abbeys Way is one of Scotland's Great Trails, a fascinating circuit that takes in the historic ruined abbeys of Melrose, Dryburgh, Kelso and Jedburgh. Within its 68 miles (109 km) it includes also the charming towns of Hawick and Selkirk, and passes Abbotsford House, the historic home of Sir Walter Scott. Much of the terrain is easy-going, beside the Rivers Tweed and Teviot, and the hilly sections offer splendid views.   This guidebook contains all you need to plan and enjoy the Borders Abbeys Way:   detailed description of the route walked clockwise from Melrose background on the history of the Borders abbeys summaries with distance, terrain and food/drink stops twelve pages of detailed mapping of the route at 1:55,000 a 7-page section about habitats and wildlife, with superb images information about public transport and travel lavishly illustrated, with 105 colour photographs rucksack-friendly format, printed on rainproof paper.