Shropshire Walks with Ghosts and Legends

Shropshire Walks with Ghosts and Legends
Author: Dorothy Nicolle
Publisher: Sigma Press
Total Pages: 148
Release: 2003
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 9781850587910

Helps see the beautiful Shropshire countryside from a different perspective. This title provides a guide to 20 detailed walks each linked to a common theme - ghosts and legends.

Snowdonia: 30 Low-level and Easy Walks - South

Snowdonia: 30 Low-level and Easy Walks - South
Author: Alex Kendall
Publisher: Cicerone Press Limited
Total Pages: 228
Release: 2020-09-09
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1783628383

Famous for its northern mountains, the Snowdonia National Park offers more than just Snowdon. The second of two volumes to low-level and easy walking in Snowdonia, this guide guide covers the southern region between Llan Ffestiniog and Machynlleth through 30 day walks ranging from 3km to 18km. Walkers of all abilities can explore the lowlands, moorland and estuaries of the Snowdonia National Park including the coastal towns of Harlech, Barmouth and Aberdyfi, and lakeside settlements of Trawsfynydd and Y Bala. These mostly easy walks in Snowdonia take in sandy beaches, abandoned slate mines, ancient woodlands, and wildlife-rich estuaries. Each walk features in-depth route description and 1:25,000 or 1:50,000 OS mapping, and GPX files are available to aid navigation. The guide supplies what3words addresses for start and finish points and postcodes for car parks, as well as refreshments and facilities available on each route. The book also contains a wealth of insights into the history, geology and wildlife of the area and an appendix of useful contacts.

Walking the Shropshire Way

Walking the Shropshire Way
Author: John Gillham
Publisher: Cicerone Press Limited
Total Pages: 235
Release: 2020-04-02
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1783626682

A guidebook to walking the Shropshire Way. Covering 290km (182 miles), this long-distance circular trek exploring the area around Shrewsbury can be hiked in around 2 weeks and is suitable for all reasonably fit walkers. The route is described in 15 stages, each between 18 and 24km (11–15 miles) in length, and comprises two loops that can each be walked separately in a week or combined to form a 2-week trek. The challenging 2-day Stretton Skyline Walk (32km, 20 miles) is also included. 1:50,000 OS maps included for each stage GPX files available to download Detailed information on facilities, public transport and accommodation on route Advice on planning and preparation Highlights include Stiperstones and Wenlock Edge

Walking on Harris and Lewis

Walking on Harris and Lewis
Author: Richard Barrett
Publisher: Cicerone Press Limited
Total Pages: 193
Release: 2022-11-15
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1783629517

This guidebook describes 30 day walks all over the Isles of Harris and Lewis, in the Outer Hebrides. The walks range from 2 and 14 miles (4 to 22km) in length, and are easily accessible from Stornaway or Tarbet. Routes vary from short strolls to long wilderness hikes, high-level and low-level, and include the An Cliseam horseshoe, visits to ancient historic monuments like the stone circles of Calanais and the famous Butt of Lewis lighthouse, all illustrated with OS 1:50,000 maps and dramatic photography. The routes take in most of the main summits as well as historical and geographical places of interest. A list of all the Marilyns (British hills of any height with a drop of at least 150m on all sides) on Harris, Lewis and St Kilda is included at the back. Tips are also included about walking on St Kilda, Berneray, Taransay, The Shiant Islands and The Flannan Isles, along with a short Gaelic glossary and route summary table, and advice on practicalities to make the most out of any walking trip on Harris and Lewis.

Best Shropshire Walks

Best Shropshire Walks
Author: Les Lumsdon
Publisher: Sigma Press
Total Pages: 180
Release: 1996
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9781850584841

Introduces 30 walks in an area which has rightly become popular with walkers. This book helps to meet the demands of those who seek the tranquillity of Shropshire, escaping to delightful villages such as Claverley, Neen Sollars and Myddle. It contains information on pubs, refreshment, local attractions and public transport.

Walking on Uist and Barra

Walking on Uist and Barra
Author: Mike Townsend
Publisher: Cicerone Press Limited
Total Pages: 193
Release: 2023-01-15
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1783629436

A guidebook to walking on the Uists and Barra, in the Outer Hebrides - with 40 graded day walks on Berneray, North Uist, Grimsay, Benbecula, South Uist, Eriskay, Barra, Vatersay and Mingulay. Routes range from easy beach walks to mountainous excursions and explore rugged hills, awesome sea cliffs, moorland and lochs.

Walking Glyndwr's Way

Walking Glyndwr's Way
Author: Paddy Dillon
Publisher: Cicerone Press Limited
Total Pages: 204
Release: 2024-05-07
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1787650685

A guidebook to walking the 217km (135 mile) Glyndwr’s Way between Knighton and Welshpool via Machynlleth. This long-distance National Trail is suitable for any reasonably fit walker and can be walked in nine days. The route is presented in nine stages between 18 and 29km (11-18) miles in length with the additional options of adding two Offa’s Dyke National Trail stages to form a circular trail and ascending Pumlumon Fawtr. 1:50,000 OS maps provided for each stage Detailed information on accommodation, facilities and public transport along the route Highlights include Abbeycwmhir ruins, Llyn Clywedog, Dylife mines, Parliament House at Machynlleth, Dyfnant Forest, Llyn Efyrnwy, Ann Griffiths Walk, Powis Castle Pronunciation guide and topographical glossary included GPX files available to download

Short Walks in Arnside and Silverdale

Short Walks in Arnside and Silverdale
Author: David Jordan
Publisher: Cicerone Press Limited
Total Pages: 143
Release: 2023-06-30
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1783629843

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.

Short Walks in the Surrey Hills

Short Walks in the Surrey Hills
Author: Nike Werstroh
Publisher: Cicerone Press Limited
Total Pages: 139
Release: 2023-06-27
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1783629827

Nike Werstroh and Jacint Mig have chosen 15 of the best short walks around the Surrey Hills 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.