A pocket field guidebook for identifying 230 of the most commonly found alpine flowers of the Alps. Categorised by colour for quick identification, each alpine flower has a photograph and description of its key features. Flowers names are given in English, French, German, Italian and Latin, with notes on curious facts and origins of names.
A guidebook to 100 walks and scrambles in the area from Ben Nevis southwards towards Glen Coe. This guide not only covers Lochabers mountain summits such as the climb up Ben Nevis but also describes mid-level walks and gentle strolls, great through routes along empty glens, and tent or bothy treks - serious in terms of remoteness and scenery. 100 graded routes covering the Grey Corries to Ben Cruachan, including Glen Etive and the Black Mount Includes the regions 43 Munro summits and three scrambles Low and mid-level routes illustrated with 1:50,000 Landranger mappingThe guide is split into 10 parts Fort William and Glen Nevis Ben Nevis and the Anonachs Grey Corries and Spean Bridge Mamores Kinlochleven Glen Coe Bidean nam Bian Glen Etive Black Mount Ben Cruachan and Oban
Best Walks in the Lake District
Features 50 inspiring mountain walks across the Lake District, each designed as a rewarding ‘Great Mountain Day’ Routes range from 6 to 23km (4–14 miles) and typically take 5 to 10 hours, graded by difficulty for confident hillwalkers, optional low-grade scrambling on some routes Clear route descriptions supported by 1:40,000 Harvey mapping and the author's distinctive hand-drawn fellscape diagrams Includes classic summits such as Scafell Pike, Helvellyn, Great Gable, Blencathra, Catbells, Coniston Old Man, Great Gable, Pillar and the Langdale Pikes, alongside quieter but equally rewarding routes Features well-known rounds such as the Fairfield, Mosedale, Newlands and Coledale Horseshoes Walks accessible from key Lake District centres including Ambleside, Grasmere, Keswick, Patterdale and Coniston, with practical information on parking, public transport and refreshments
Weight: 560g Seasons: Predominantly spring and summer, but with advice on timed round attempts in the winter from the current record holder, Jim Mann. Centres: England: Keswick/Ambleside/Wasdale Wales: Capel Curig/Blaenau Ffestiniog/Betws Coed/Llanberis/Ogwen Scotland: Fort William/Fersit Difficulty: Each of the three rounds is presented as a 24-hour running challenge, and a week-long backpacking circuit. Both of these options are genuine challenges for experienced outdoors people. However, there is additional information for those who prefer a more relaxed pace. All of the routes are also described as day trips and/or as 'sections' of smaller running or backpacking routes. Must See: The Big Rounds - running and walking the Bob Graham, the Paddy Buckley and the Charlie Ramsay rounds - is a guide to Britain's three most challenging long-distance mountain rounds, and the people who love them. These routes are grand, circular tours of the Lake District, Snowdonia and Lochaber, and the book includes a full guide to each round for both walkers and runners, the history of each round, and advice from running and backpacking experts.
Bikepacking in the Lake District
CONTENTS Overview maps Map key Route summary table Introduction What is bikepacking? Individual time trials Choice of bike When to go Mountain weather Getting there and around Accommodation Fuel strategies Kit Cash and money Navigation Rights of way The National Cycle Network Safety and emergencies Using this guide The rides Route 1 The Lakeland 200 Route 2 Furness Forests Route 3 The Old Man of Coniston and the Irish Sea Route 4 Way Out in the Western Fells Route 5 Helvellyn and Back Route 6 Dalston/Skiddaw Mega Pretzel Route 7 Penrith/High Street Circuit Route 8 Nine Lakes Appendix A Lake District campsites and hostels Appendix B Lake District bike shops Appendix C Kit list
Locations: Dumfries and Galloway Tunskeen Lowther Hills Kettleton Byre Glen Coe Taigh Seumas a’ Ghlinne Scottish Highlands Lairig Leacach Dalwhinnie Ben Alder Cottage Great Glen Blackburn of Corrieyairack East Highlands Ruigh Aiteachain Balmoral Glendar Shiel Stable Cairngorms Bob Scott’s Hutchinson Memorial Hut Ryvoan Wester Ross Easan Dorcha (The Teahouse) Shenavall Isle of Skye The Lookout Torridon Craig Sutherland The Schoolhouse Glencoul Sandwood Estate StrathChailleach Brecon Beacons Grwyne Fawr Mid-Wales Nant Syddian Snowdonia Arenig Fawr Carneddau Dulyn Lake District Warnscale Head Mosedale Cottage Pennines Cross Fell Northumberland Kershopehead
Features Ordnance Survey Explorer mapping 1:25,000 scale. Size Flat: 960mm x 694mm. Size Folded: 230mm x 120mm
Handy guidebook to mountain activities based in Chamonix in the French Alps. Selections of graded routes described for walking, trekking, mountaineering, mountain biking, road cycling, via ferratas, rock climbing and bouldering, with clear advice for novices for each activity. Adventures to fill an exciting trip for everyone to the Chamonix area. 6 sections, with basic information gear, terrain, technique and access for each activity and a range of contrasting routes, illustrated with maps or topos as necessary Notes about activities such as rafting, canyoning, paragliding and trail running and things to do when it rains Clear overview maps to help you choose and plan your days
Cycling in the Hebrides is a comprehensive guidebook of routes, day rides and suggested island cycle tours throughout the Inner and Outer Hebrides and the Firth of Clyde with ferry schedules and timings. Routes range from rides suitable for a weekend break to a challenging 600 mile tour covering the entire region.
Cycling in the Lake District is a guidebook to a 5-day cycle tour of the Lake District, with 2 options each day up to a total of 186 miles and almost 5000m of ascent and 15 tough day rides from Keswick, Ambleside, Penrith and bases to the southwest and southeast of the National Park.
Cycling In The Yorkshire Dales
Cycling in the Yorkshire Dales describes 23 day rides, a 6-stage 305km cycle tour and stage 1 of the 2014 Tour de France. The routes are graded by distance, climb and overall gradient, all suitable for road bikes and illustrated with maps and profiles. The Dales offer varied cycling, an extensive road network and many cycle-friendly cafes. 23 graded day routes throughout the Dales, one lung-busting one-day Tour de France challenging and a six-stage cycle tour All routes suitable for road bikes and graded by a combination of distance, climb and overall gradient With information about local facilities for cyclists GPX tracks of all routes available to download when you buy the book
Handy guidebook for anyone cycling the Pennine Bridleway National Trail. Over 140km of mountain biking riding through Lancashire and the Yorkshire Dales are covered, along with an anti-clockwise route round half of the Mary Towneley Loop. 11 circular day mountain bike routes in the Yorkshire Dales using the Bridleway are also included. Routes clearly described and illustrated with profiles and OS mapping extracts Data on distance, ascent, grading, timing and percentage of route off-road at the start of every description for quick selection Full information about local facilities, useful contacts, accommodation and bike shops
Explorer 4 Lake District - North Western
Features Free digital download - Receive a free download with purchase of this map. Explorer 1:25,000 Scale - Every 4cm on the map is 1km, making our leisure selection the most detailed maps; perfect for activities such as walking, running, and cycling Be ready for anything - Find marked public rights of way, byways, trails, cycle routes, bridleways, road networks, & railway lines Not sure which map you need? - Discover which area this map covers with the map area overview below or read more about our different types of maps Topographic mapping - Highly detailed contour mapping highlighting variations in terrain and everything you would expect from a map Explore local landmarks - Discover camping sites, picnic spots, tourist information, car parks, historical sites, pubs, & much more
Explorer 6 Lake District - South Western
Features Free digital download - Receive a free download with purchase of this map. Explorer 1:25,000 Scale - Every 4cm on the map is 1km, making our leisure selection the most detailed maps; perfect for activities such as walking, running, and cycling Be ready for anything - Find marked public rights of way, byways, trails, cycle routes, bridleways, road networks, & railway lines Not sure which map you need? - Discover which area this map covers with the map area overview below or read more about our different types of maps Topographic mapping - Highly detailed contour mapping highlighting variations in terrain and everything you would expect from a map Explore local landmarks - Discover camping sites, picnic spots, tourist information, car parks, historical sites, pubs, & much more
Explorer Active 5 Lake District - North Eastern
Features Free digital download - Receive a free download with purchase of this map. Explorer 1:25,000 Scale - Every 4cm on the map is 1km, making our leisure selection the most detailed maps; perfect for activities such as walking, running, and cycling Be ready for anything - Find marked public rights of way, byways, trails, cycle routes, bridleways, road networks, & railway lines Not sure which map you need? - Discover which area this map covers with the map area overview below or read more about our different types of maps Topographic mapping - Highly detailed contour mapping highlighting variations in terrain and everything you would expect from a map Explore local landmarks - Discover camping sites, picnic spots, tourist information, car parks, historical sites, pubs, & much more
Weight: 220g Size: 17.2 x 11.6 x 1.2cm ISBN: 9781852849573 Published: 16 Oct 2018 Edition: First Pages: 200 ROUTES: TWELVE TRIED-AND-TESTED FASTPACKING ROUTES United Kingdom Route 1 Brecon Beacons Route 2 Snowdonia Route 3 South Downs Way Route 4 Dartmoor Route 5 Cumbria Way Route 6 Wainwright’s Coast to Coast Route 7 West Highland Way Route 8 Knoydart Europe Route 9 Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc Route 10 Dolomites Alta Via 1 Route 11 Alpine Pass Route Asia Route 12 Manaslu Mountain Trail Race Guidebook to fastpacking - multi-day running trips carrying the bare essentials - in the UK, Europe and beyond. Includes 12 route ideas (all tried and tested), fastpacking stories from around the world (featuring Jez Bragg, Anna Frost and Jasmin Paris), and invaluable tips and tricks to help you prepare for your own running adventure. A summary of each route idea is provided, together with mapping and a gradient profile, as well as highlights, tips and 'tales from the trail'. Invaluable practical information is also included, covering everything you need to know to prepare and plan for a trip: training, accommodation options, safety, equipment, apparel, nutrition, hydration and more. The route ideas and stories featured showcase an impressive range of fastpacking opportunities, both in the UK and abroad. From mountain hut hopping trips, bothy discovery tours and wild camping expeditions, the inspirational tales and selected trails are guaranteed to entice 'everyday' runners to try their hand at a multi-day journey, be it in the Brecon Beacons, Bhutan or beyond.
Geocaching is high-tech treasure hunting using a GPS, this guide gives you all the information to get started. Everything you need to know from how to hide and seek a cache, deciphering clues, and recording your treasure.
Guidebook to walking Corsicas GR20, known as the toughest GR route in Europe. It makes a complete traverse through the high mountains, sometimes with hands-on scrambling. Covering 190km, the GR20 can be completed by fit walkers in about two weeks. The guide includes high- and low-level alternatives, plus extra mountain climbs. The route has been split into 15 different stages Alternative high and low level options at points
Great Mountain Days In Snowdonia
A guide to 40 great mountain day walks and scrambles in Snowdonia, Wales, with inspirational new routes for all abilities across the National Park. 40 graded walks throughout the Snowdonia National Park area Routes illustrated with Harvey maps and pictorial route diagrams Some routes include mild scrambling or long days in rugged country Walks to be enjoyed all year roundAreas Covered Snowdon and Moel Eilio Glyderau Carneddau Eifionydd Siabod and the Moelwynion Rhinogydd (the Harlech Dome) Migneint and the Arans Cadair Idris and the Tarren Hills
Great Mountian Days In The Lake District
From classic summits like Fairfield, Scafell Pike and Blencathra, to the lesser-known High Spy, Kings How and Brund Fell, the walks will deepen your knowledge of the whole Lake District. Circular routes, between 4 and 14 miles in length. Navigational skills needed. No special equipment required - only the mildest of scrambling will be encountered. Suitable all-year round, but winter walking is not for the inexperienced or under-equipped. 50 graded walks throughout the Lake District Routes illustrated with Harvey maps and the authors pictorial route diagrams
Walk along Hadrians Wall Path between Bowness-on-Solway and Wallsend in Newcastle. This 84-mile National Trail route is described in this guidebook fir waking either direction. A World Heritage Site, Hadrians Wall combines striking natural landscapes with monumental remains. The guide is divided into 22 stages, with detailed mapping. Contents Hadrians Wall: Inspired and Inspiring Building the wall A World Heritage Site Hadrians Wall Path National Trail Hadrains Wall Path Trust Using this guide Panning a Coast-to-Coast Walk Be prepared Walking the Trail Piecemeal Getting to the Start
Lake District National Park 1:40,000
Waterproof for outdoor use. Saddle stitched and continuous across the central spine for ease of use with a compass. Detailed mapping. Scale 1:40,000. Shows public footpaths and bridleways. Can be used with GPS
An essential guidebook to the best winter climbing routes in the Lake District. All the known routes in every part of the Lake District are described, from classic high-mountain gullies and buttresses on crags such as Scafell, Pillar and Great Gable to frozen watercourses and icefalls including Great Gully on the Wasdale screes. A comprehensive guide to the best of the best winter climbing routes Advice on equipment, hazards, techniques and weather Detailed maps, photography and topos for over 950 routes
Lake District: High Level And Fell Walks
This guidebook describes 30 graded walks on the ridges and high peaks in the English Lake District, the UKs most popular national peak. Reaching some of Englands finest and highest mountain scenery, this guide leads readers to classic horseshoes and traditional ascents as well as lesser-known routes to quieter summits.
Lake District: Low Level And Lake Walks
This guidebook describes 30 of the best low-level walks in the Lake District. From delightful wooded glades and sparkling tarns, to waterfalls and glacier- carved valleys towered over by craggy mountains. The walks described aim to seek out the beat walking that the lower areas of the Lake District have to offer. 30 graded day walks grouped by area, from 7-17km in length With information about facilities en route an public transport options for each route Several routes in the South, North, Eastern, Western and Central Lake District
Guide to the art of navigation from map and compass to GPS. For complete novices and experienced hillwalkers. Explains the different tools available to help you find your way. Fully illustrated with the author’s own photographs and OS and other mapping. Appendices outlining further practice techniques and useful sources of information.
A guide to walking and trekking routes, on both the French and Italian sides of Mont Blanc, from Chamonix or Courmayeur. Contains lots information about the region, including hut etiquette, local transport and activities for rainy days Contains 50 day walks and 4 multi-day treks The 50 walks are split into 7 different chaptersAreas Covered St Gervais Les Bains and Les Contamines - Montjoie Servoz and Plateau dAssy Les Houches Chamonix Argentiere Vallorcine CourmayeurMulti-Day Treks Vallorcine tp Plaine Joux Tour of the Aiguilles Rouges Vallorcine to Servoz Italian Val Ferret Circuit
Mountain Biking In The Lake District
Mountain biking in the Lake District describes 24 routes in the Lakes, offering some the best mountain bike riding in the UK. The routes are suitable for all abilities of riders, arranged by difficulty, from Kendal to Cleator Moor in the far northwest and Keswick to Winster in the Lyth Valley. 24 original routes set in the famous national park, divided into short, medium, long and full-day loops Varying difficulty grades to suit all levels of experience, from beginners through to experts Route information on distance, difficulty grade, ascent, time and how much of the route goes off road Clear directions and what to look out for on the way
Mountain Biking In The Yorkshire Dales
A handy guidebook to 30 short, medium and long full-day mountain bike routes across the Yorkshire Dales National Park, a mountain biking playground of northern England. Circular rides visit all the major dales and include loops around two of the Three Peaks, Whernside and Pen-y-ghent. Choose a route by grade, percentage off-road, length or time at a glance. 30 routes throughout Englands second largest national park, divided into short, medium, long and full-day loops Suitable for all levels of experience, from beginners through to experts Information to help riders choose a route by distance, difficulty, time or how much of it goes off road at a glance
Mountain Biking in West and North West Scotland
THE WEST Route 1 West Highland XC Route 2 Ballachulish Blast Route 3 Tour of Ben Nevis Route 4 In the Shadow of Ben Nevis Route 5 Cow Hill Route 6 Fersit and Strathossian Route 7 Ardverikie Adventure Route 8 On the Wild Side of Loch Lochy Route 9 Loch Lundie Route 10 Morvern Mini Route 11 Morvern Monster THE NORTH WEST Route 12 Orrin Reservoir Route 13 Strathfarrar Fling Route 14 Wild in Strathconon Route 15 Glenuaig Grind Route 16 Slioch Singletrack Route 17 The Three Cols of Torridon Route 18 Tour of Ben Damph Route 19 Slattadale Rockride Route 20 Long Road to Ullapool Route 21 Northern Exposure THE ISLANDS Route 22 Through the Cuillin Route 23 The Cleared Villages Route 24 High in the Harris Hills Route 25 The Postman’s Track
Navigation Techniques and skills for Walkers
This practical guidebook will help you get the most out of navigating with your map and give you the key skills to using your compass. It’s then down to you. Practice will make perfect, and with that will come the freedom and confidence to enjoy our hills and mountains.
Outdoor Adventures With Children - Lake District
Weight: 250g Seasons: April to October are best, but many routes can be tackled year round. Centres: Bases in the southern Lakes include Ambleside, Coniston, Grasmere and Windermere; in the north Keswick, Cockermouth or Glenridding. Difficulty: There are adventures to suit all abilities graded from easy-to-manage green routes, building up through blues to more challenging red and black outings. Most routes have options for families with children of different ages and capabilities. Must See: Includes adventures around all of the major lakes: Derwent Water, Coniston, Buttermere, Windermere and Ullswater. Visit Cathedral Cave, Castlerigg Stone Circle, Wray Castle and classic summits such as Catbells, Coniston Old Man and Scafell Pike. Discover hidden gems such as Hodbarrow Point, Hampsfell and Dunnerdale's Fickle Steps.
A guide offering practical advice on improving your outdoor photography, this book is for outdoor enthusiasts who want their photographs to do full justice to the quality if their outdoor experience. Essential technical concepts are introduced and explained, and there are chapters on landscape, action, wildlife and close-up photography.
Pocket First Aid And Wilderness Medicine
This guidebook describes basic first aid techniques for those travelling in wilderness areas. Deals with fundamentals such as preparation, first aid kits and the use of medications and painkillers, and provides details on how to deal with a variety of accidents and illnesses. Part 1, The Fundamentals covers preparation, prevention, general care for the sick and injured, the use of medications and pain management Part 2, Accident and Illness Protocol, explains the procedure to follow in any accident and illness situation, including how to deal with life-threatening situations and making a diagnosis Part 3, Problems and Their Treatment, covers specific accidents and illnesses
A guidebook to the rich mix of summer scrambling, rock climbing and winter mountaineering on Scotland’s ridges, from the remote Cairngorms to the splendour of the Cuillin. With inspirational photographs, the guidebook is both a celebration of the landscape and a practical route guide. Includes 48 walks split into 5 areas Arran and the Southern Highlands Lochaber The Cairngorms The North and West Skye and Rum
Guidebook to scrambling and climbing in Snowdonia, the guide contains 69 different routes and covers 4 areas. The range of difficulty extends from scrambly walks to the boundaries of proper rock climbing. Areas Covered The Carneddau The Glyders Snowdon Group Eifionydd
Scrambles In The Lake District North
The second of a two-volume set of guides to scrambles in the Lake District. The set are based on Scrambles in the Lake District and More Scrambles in the Lake District, two of the original scrambling guides to the Lake District by one of Britains best-known climbers. Continually reprinted for 20 years these guides have now been fully updated and merged into two definitive guides, for southern and northern Lakes. Routes not advisable in winter conditions or bad weather. Covers Wasdale, Ennerdale and Buttermere, Borrowdale, Thirlmere, Patterdale, Mardale and Swindale 110 scramble routes graded 1 to 4 Advice on how to approach scrambling safely and with confidence Overview maps as well as sketch diagrams of the crags and routes Introductions to each area mentioned, indicating the type of rock and any recommendations Information on the approach, character, grade and route of each scramble
Scrambles in the Lake District South
Weight: 310g Size: 17.2 x 11.6 x 1.4cm
Features Each of the 15 walks features clear Ordnance Survey mapping, step-by-step route descriptions, and practical information and highlights to ensure memorable and accessible outings for all. Essential details are included for every walk, such as parking, available facilities, route highlights, and scenic viewpoints, helping you make the most of the historic towns, welcoming villages, and atmospheric picnic spots along Hadrian’s Wall. No specialist gear is needed, and all routes are walkable year-round. Discover the area’s most celebrated locations, from the iconic Sycamore Gap and the evocative ruins of Housesteads and Vindolanda, to the rugged outcrops of Sewingshields Crags and Winshield Crags, the tranquil paths at Birdoswald, and the hidden gems of Walton and Cam Beck, Heavenfield, and Portgate. Routes begin from convenient locations such as Brampton, Haltwhistle, Hexham, and Corbridge, with helpful advice on accommodation, public transport (including the Tyne Valley Line train and AD122 bus), and parking, making planning your visit simple and flexible. Enjoy the best of local hospitality, with tips for nearby inns, cafés, and visitor attractions, perfect for rounding off a day of adventure amid the Wall’s rolling hills and far-reaching views.
Short Walks in the Lake District Keswick and Buttermere
Seasons These walks can be enjoyed any time of year, and each season brings its own delights. Borrowdale is particularly lovely in spring and autumn. Winter can bring snow and ice. Centres Keswick, Rosthwaite, Braithwaite and Buttermere Difficulty The valley and lake routes are suitable for nearly all abilities; however, a moderate degree of fitness as well as waterproofs and more robust footwear are recommended for higher walks. Basic navigation skills are valuable for the higher routes and in poor weather. In particular, the inexperienced should avoid Skiddaw in poor weather. Must See Borrowdale’s ancient woods; the lakes of Derwentwater, Crummock Water and Buttermere; Castlerigg Stone Circle; traditional Lakeland pubs; cosy cafes; isolated hamlets; fell-top viewpoints, including Cat Bells and Castle Crag; picturesque bridges, including Ashness Bridge; low ridges; lake cruises; birds of prey and other wildlife; summit of Skiddaw, England’s fourth highest mountain
Short Walks in the Lake District Windermere Ambleside and Grasmere
CONTENTS Location of walks Map key Using this guide Routes in this book Clothing and footwear Walk descriptions Maps, GPX files and what3words Walking with children Dogs Enjoying the countryside responsibly Route summary table Introduction Walking in the Lake District Things to see Where to stay Travel The walks Walk 1 Bowness, Windermere and School Knott Walk 2 Windermere, Orrest Head and Holehird Gardens Walk 3 Near and Far Sawrey, and Beatrix Potter’s Hill Top Walk 4 Windermere’s western shore and Wray Castle Walk 5 Troutbeck village and upper valley Walk 6 Wansfell, Troutbeck and Robin Lane Walk 7 High and Low Sweden Bridges from Ambleside Walk 8 Lily Tarn, Windermere view and Galava Roman Fort Walk 9 Loughrigg from Ambleside Walk 10 Ambleside to Elterwater Walk 11 Elterwater and Red Bank Walk 12 Dove Cottage, Grasmere and Rydal Walk 13 Silver How from Grasmere Walk 14 Easedale Tarn Walk 15 Helm Crag – The Lion and the Lamb Useful information
Short Walks Lake District Coniston and Langdale
Seasons Best walking conditions are in spring, summer and autumn. In winter, short days, bad weather or snow and ice cover can make some walks difficult. Climbing the Old Man should be avoided in winter. Centres Coniston, Hawkshead, Elterwater, Chapel Stile, New and Old Dungeon Ghyll Difficulty Mostly easy walking requiring no special equipment. However, there are some short, steep ascents and descents, which might be rocky or stony, where more care is needed. The ascent of the Old Man is steep, stony and prolonged and should only be attempted in good weather. Must See Coniston Water, Coniston Coppermines, other mines and slate quarries, Old Man of Coniston, Tarn Hows, Hawkshead, Elterwater, Little Langdale, Great Langdale, Stickle Tarn, Blea Tarn
Guidebook to the Coast to Coast Sustrans cycle route. The 140 mile route from Whitehaven or Workington to Tynemouth and Sunderland is mostly on cycle paths, forest tracks and minor roads with off-road options and taster day rides described. The cycle-friendly route is suitable for all abilities, and is described over 5 days. Route described in 5 stages from west to east with variant first and final legs 5 taster routes to give cyclists a flavour of the full C2C Off-road variant and link routes also included
THE COAST TO COAST WALK Across Lakeland Stage 1 St Bees to Ennerdale Bridge Stage 2 Ennerdale Bridge to Borrowdale Stage 3 Borrowdale to Patterdale Stage 4 Patterdale to Shap Into the Dales Stage 5 Shap to Kirkby Stephen Stage 6 Kirkby Stephen to Keld Stage 7A Keld to Reeth (high-level route) Stage 7B Keld to Reeth (low-level route) Stage 8 Reeth to Richmond Stage 9 Richmond to Danby Wiske Stage 10 Danby Wiske to Osmotherley The North York Moors Stage 11 Osmotherley to Blakey Ridge Stage 12 Blakey Ridge to Grosmont Stage 13 Grosmont to Robin Hood’s Bay
A guidebook to the 73-mile Cumbria Way, an easy long-distance walk through the heart of the Lake District National Park, from Ulverston to the south of Carlisle in the north, with good transport links to either end. The route is largely low-level but this guide offers alternative mountain days to climb some of the famous fells en route.
Guide to walking the long-distance GR10 across the Pyrenees from Atlantic to Mediterranean. Taking 50 days to complete and divided here into sections tackled in a fortnights holiday, with details of accommodation and transport. The GR10 is one of a number of official long-distance paths in France.
Weight: 240g Size: 17.2 x 11.6 x 1.2cm ISBN: 9781852847272 Published: 10 May 2017 Edition: First Pages: 192 THE HEBRIDEAN WAY Stage 1 Vatersay to Ardmhor Stage 2 Eriskay to Howmore Stage 3 Howmore to Baile nan Cailleach Stage 4 Baile nan Cailleach to Lochmaddy Stage 5 Lochmaddy to Berneray Stage 6 Leverburgh to Horgabost Township Stage 7 Horgabost Township to Tarbert Stage 8 Tarbert to Aline Stage 9 Aline to Laxay Stage 10 Laxay to Stornoway Additional stages to the Butt of Lewis Stage 11 Stornoway to New Tolsta Stage 12 New Tolsta to the Butt of Lewis Launching in 2017, the Hebridean Way offers walkers the opportunity to experience the magic of Scotland's Outer Hebrides in one inspirational journey. The waymarked route stretches 247km (155 miles) from Vatersay to Stornaway, linking ten major islands of the archipelago by means of causeways and two ferry crossings: Vatersay, Barra, Eriskay, South Uist, Benbecula, Grimsay, North Uist, Berneray, Harris and Lewis. Suitable for most walkers with a moderate level of fitness, it can be completed in 8–14 days and is rich in natural, historical and cultural interest. This guidebook presents the Hebridean Way in 10 stages of 16–35km (10–22 miles), plus two additional stages to extend the route to the Butt of Lewis in line with future plans. Detailed route description is accompanied by 1:50,000 OS mapping, stunning photography to whet your appetite and a wealth of information about local points of interest. The introduction offers an overview of the islands' geology, history, plants and wildlife as well as comprehensive practical advice for walking the route, such as when to go, how to get there (and back) and what to take. Accommodation listings can be found in the appendices. The route is a celebration of the diverse landscapes of the Hebrides, from dazzling white shell beaches to wild moorland and flower-strewn machair. It visits Neolithic and Bronze Age remains, ruined forts and castles and monuments commemorating Bonnie Prince Charlie and the Highland Land Struggle. The islands are also a great location to spot seabirds, raptors and a number of migratory species. Informative and inspiring, Richard Barrett's guidebook is an ideal companion to discovering this captivating route.
A guidebook to walking and scrambling routes on the Isle of Skye, in the Hebrides, northwest Scotland. Each route describes local historical and geological points of interest. 87 walks and scrambles in Sleat and South-East Skye, Strath, Minginish, Duirinish, Waternish and Trotternish A selection of routes for all abilities, from novice walker to experienced scrambler Illustrated with OS mapping and colour photographs
The Julian Alps of Slovenia guidebook describes 58 walks. The walks are organised around five bases, Kranjska, Gora, Bovec, Kobarid, Bled and Bohinj and range from easy valley walks and rougher forest trails to high-mountain protected routes, Triglav at 2864m, and multi-day treks.
Guide to walking the Pennine Way UK National Trail, England, starting in the Peak District at Edale, and ending in Kirk Yetholm near Kelso in the Scottish Borders. The trail has been divided into 16 stages, each stage described ends in a place where accommodation is available.
The West Highland Way trail takes walkers from Milngavie, Glasgow to Fort William. This long-distance National Trail route can be walked in under a week, and takes you through areas such as Lock Lomond and remote Rannoch Moor and past Buchaille Etive Mor at the gateway to Glencoe. Full colour photography OS mapping Suggested Itineraries
Trail and Fell Running in the Lake District
SOUTH-EAST LAKES Route 1 Loughrigg Fell circuit Route 2 Wansfell and Troutbeck Route 3 Fairfield Horseshoe Route 4 Stony Cove circuit Route 5 Kentmere skyline Route 6 Windermere and Kentmere Route 7 Easedale and Blea Rigg Route 8 Grizedale Forest Route 9 Black Crag and Tarn Hows Route 10 Claife Heights SOUTH-WEST LAKES Route 11 Old Man of Coniston Route 12 Langdale Horseshoe Route 13 Three Shires loop Route 14 Boot and Scafell Route 15 Duddon Valley Route 16 Scafell Pike Route 17 Torver and Walna Scar Route 18 Coppermines Valley Route 19 Langstrath loop Route 20 Tilberthwaite loop NORTH-WEST LAKES Route 21 Buttermere and High Stile Route 22 Catbells and High Spy Route 23 Black Sail and Pillar Route 24 Tour of Kirk Fell Route 25 Mellbreak and Crummock Route 26 Coledale Horseshoe Route 27 Buttermere Sailbeck loop Route 28 Borrowdale loop Route 29 Walla Crag and Castlerigg Route 30 Skiddaw NORTH-EAST LAKES Route 31 Blencathra loop Route 32 Dockray coach road Route 33 Gowbarrow loop Route 34 Askham and Patterdale Route 35 Martindale circuit Route 36 Patterdale loop Route 37 High Street Route 38 Helvellyn skyline Route 39 Helvellyn tour Route 40 Pinnacle Ridge skyrunning
Trail and Fell Running in the Yorkshire Dales
Table of Contents IntroductionRunning in the Yorkshire DalesHistory and geologyNesting restrictionsAccommodationTransportMapsA brief historyTracks and trailsThree Peaks raceRunning clubsEquipmentNavigationSafety and mountain rescueUsing this guideThe South-West Dales and Three PeaksRoute 1 Settle LoopRoute 2 CrummackdaleRoute 3 Pen-y-ghentRoute 4 The Three Peaks (Pen-y-ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough)Route 5 GragarethRoute 6 Ingleborough (from the Old Hill Inn)Route 7 Ingleborough (via Park Fell)Route 8 Dodd FellRoute 9 CoshRoute 10 Great KnoutberryRoute 11 Whernside (from Ribblehead)The North-West Dales and HowgillsRoute 12 Dent to RibbleheadRoute 13 Whernside (from Dent)Route 14 BarbondaleRoute 15 Black Force (Howgills)Route 16 BowderdaleRoute 17 Wild Boar FellRoute 18 Cautley SpoutRoute 19 Pendragon Castle to Skipton Castle Ultra Leg 1 (Pendragon Castle to Hawes)The North-East Dales, Swaledale and WensleydaleRoute 20 AsygarthRoute 21 Thornton RustRoute 22 BainbridgeRoute 23 Maiden Castle (Reeth)Route 24 Gunnerside GillRoute 25 MukerRoute 26 Great Shunner FellRoute 27 Tan Hill (from Keld)Route 28 ArkengarthdaleRoute 29 Pendragon Castle to Skipton Castle Ultra Leg 2 (Hawes to Kettlewell)The South-East Dales and WharfedaleRoute 30 Bolton AbbeyRoute 31 Simon’s SeatRoute 32 Malham Cove and Gordale ScarRoute 33 Mastiles LaneRoute 34 Grass Wood and Conistone DibRoute 35 Troller’s GillRoute 36 Great Whernside (from Kettlewell)Route 37 Fountains FellRoute 38 Buckden PikeRoute 39 Masham MoorRoute 40 Pendragon Castle to Skipton Castle Ultra Leg 3 (Kettlewell to Skipton)Appendix A Useful contacts
Trail Running in Chamonix Mont Blanc Region
Trail Running in the Chamonix and Mont Blanc region is a guidebook to exploring the classic trail running regions around the Mont Blanc massif, visiting France, Switzerland and Italy. 40 runs are graded by terrain, from wide trails to technical skyrunning, with information on ascent/descent and distance. Includes the 168km ultra-trail of Mont Blanc as well as shorter day runs.
An inspirational guidebook to 20 treks along the 2400km Himalayan chain. Includes classics such as the treks to Everest and K2 base camps and the Annapurna Circuit. Also epic glacier treks, ultra-long expedition treks and sacred treks. This is a book to inspire and excite, guaranteed to entice any with an adventurous spirit and love of wild places.
Walking And Trekking In Iceland
Walking and Trekking in Iceland guidebook offers 49 day walks and 10 multi-stage treks including the classic Laugavegur trail. The total of 100 days of routes described cater for most abilities, from waymarked walks to challenging glacier crossings.
Routes: ARACENA Walk 1 Aracena eastern circuit Walk 2 Aracena western circuit Walk 3 Alájar eastern circuit Walk 4 Alájar western circuit Walk 5 Almonaster circuit Walk 6 Galaroza circuit GRAZALEMA Walk 7 Estación de Benaoján to Estación de Jimera de Líbar Walk 8 Montejaque circuit Walk 9 Grazalema southern circuit Walk 10 Grazalema to Benaocáz Walk 11 Grazalema northern circuit Walk 12 Zahara de La Sierra circuit LOS ALCORNOCALES Walk 13 Jimena de la Frontera southern circuit Walk 14 Jimena de la Frontera northern circuit Walk 15 La Sauceda to Pico del Aljibe and back Walk 16 Casares circuit Walk 17 Gaucín circuit Walk 18 Benarrabá circuit LA AXARQUÍA Walk 19 Maro to Frigiliana Walk 20 Frigiliana to El Fuerte and back Walk 21 Cómpeta eastern circuit Walk 22 Cómpeta northern circuit Walk 23 Canillas de Albaida circuit Walk 24 Sayalonga circuit LAS ALPUJARRAS Walk 25 Pampaneira circuit Walk 26 Capileira circuit Walk 27 La Cebadilla circuit Walk 28 Bubión circuit Walk 29 Ferreirola northern circuit Walk 30 Ferreirola eastern circuit CAZORLA Walk 31 Cazorla southern circuit Walk 32 Cazorla southwestern circuit Walk 33 Cazorla southeastern circuit Walk 34 La Iruela circuit Walk 35 Río Borosa gorge walk Walk 36 Puente de Las Herrerias circuit
Walking In Cumbrias Eden Valley
Walking guide to 30 day walks in the Eden Valley, in the north of Cumbria, following the River Eden from Kirkby Stephen past Penrith and Carlisle to the Solway Firth. A wide range of day routes from 4 to 17 miles in length, past castles, churches and prehistoric settlements with views of the Lake District, Pennines and Scottish hills. ,li>30 routes from 3 to 17 miles, graded 1 to 5, many linking with the Settle-Carlisle railway line Packed with information about local history Illustrated with OS map extracts
Lancashire has a great variety of landscape, and this guidebook describes 40 walks along the North West countys rivers and coastline, by its woodlands, hills and moors, and into its villages and historic sites. The walks, from 5 to 12 miles in length, range from gentle strolls to fell-top hikes.
Guide to 28 fabulous multi-day walks in Italys breathtaking Dolomite Mountains. Everything from a stroll through woods and meadows to family routes, steep rocky zigzag passages and hands-on clambers is covered. Breathtaking alpine scenery, well-graded paths, excellent mountain refuges, good access from centres.
Walking in the Forest of Bowland & Pendle - Lancashire
Walking in the Forest of Bowland and Pendle describes 40 circular walks in Lancashires largest Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - the Forest of Bowland and nearby Pendle. From rough upland walks to gentle riverside strolls. Describes 40 diverse circular routes split over 6 areas suitable for walkers with navigational skills Walks include four Marilyns - Wards Stone, Pendle Hill, Longridge Fell and Fair Snape Fell All walks illustrated with OS mapping and colour photos, and provide information on the natural and cultural history of the regionAreas Lune Valley Northwest and Western Moors Central Moors Hodder Valley Ribble Valley Pendle
Walking In The Southern Uplands
A guidebook to 44 varied day walks and over 100 summits in the Southern Uplands of Scotland, stretching south-west from Edinburgh to the English border, including the Galloway and Pentland Hills. Between 2 and 29km, there is something for all seasons and all abilities in remote and rugged hill country.
Walking Loch Lomond And The Trossachs
A guide to walking and scrambling routes in the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park in the Sourthern Highlands of Scotland. The guide contains over 70 walks to all 21 Munros summits and 30 lesser hills, including the Cobbler, Arrochar Alps and Ben Lui. A good introduction to walking in the Scottish Highlands. Over 70 routes, all illustrated with OS mapping Many routes on the Cobbler, Arrochar Alps and Ben Lui Routes to all 21 Munros and 30 lesser hills Selected scrambles including all three tops of the Cobbler Notes on access, public transport and accommodationAreas Covered Trossachs Callander and Loch Lunbnaig Balquhidder and Lochearnhead Crianlarich to Inverarnan Tyndrum Ben Lomond Loch Lomond West Arrochar Alps Glen Croe to Loch Goil
30 day walks on the Isle of Harris and Lewis, in the Outer Hebrides. Routes vary from short strolls to long wilderness hikes, high-level and low-level walking described. Includes the An Cliseam horseshoe, the stone circles of Calanais and Butt of Lewis lighthouse. 30 routes ranging from 4km to 22km Frequent notes on local history, geology and wildlife Illustrated by OS map extracts and glorious colour photography
The 45 walks selected in this guidebook show the variety of the Isle of Arran off Scotlands west coast - ideal for walking with its mountain ranges, moorlands and forests to its coastline and dramatic cliffs, as well as the islands rich historical heritage. Also includes walks on nearby Holy Isle. Many routes overlap, allowing opportunities to create longer walks throughout the island.
Walking On The West Pennine Moors
Guide to day walks in the West Pennine Moors, between Blackburn, Darwen, Chorley and Bolton in the heart of northern England. Over 80 square miles, easily accessible for day walking through meadows, woodland and moorland beside rivers and reservoirs - an area rich in heritage. 30 walks from short, easy rambles to challenging hikes Local history and geology explained along the way Routes illustrated with OS map extracts and colour photographsAreas Covered Rivington and Anglezarke Roddlesworth and Darwen Turton and Entwistle Ramsbottom, Hoddlesden and Haslingden Grane
Walking the Lake District Fells Langdale
Contents IntroductionValley basesFix the FellsUsing this guideSafety and accessAdditional online resourcesFells1 Blea Rigg2 Bowfell3 Calf Crag4 Cold Pike5 Crinkle Crags6 Esk Pike7 Gibson Knott8 Great End9 Harrison Stickle10 Helm Crag11 High Raise12 Lingmoor Fell13 Little Stand14 Loft Crag15 Loughrigg Fell16 Pavey Ark17 Pike o’Blisco18 Pike o’Stickle19 Rossett Pike20 Scafell Pike21 Sergeant Man22 Silver How23 Steel Fell24 Tarn Crag25 Thunacar KnottRidge routes1 The Great Langdale Round2 The Langdale Pikes3 The Easedale Skyline4 The Greenburn HorseshoeMore to exploreAppendix A Useful contactsAppendix B A fellranger’s glossaryAppendix C Alphabetical list of 230 Fellranger fells
Walking the Lake District Fells Mardale and the Far East
Contents Introduction Valley bases Fix the Fells Using this guide Safety and access Additional online resources Fells 1 Angletarn Pikes 2 Arthur’s Pike 3 Beda Fell 4 Bonscale Pike 5 Branstree 6 Brock Crags 7 Caudale Moor 8 Froswick 9 Gray Crag 10 Grayrigg Forest 11 Grey Crag 12 Hallin Fell 13 Harter Fell 14 Hartsop Dodd 15 High Raise 16 High Street 17 Ill Bell 18 Kentmere Pike 19 Kidsty Pike 20 Loadpot Hill 21 Mardale Ill Bell 22 Place Fell 23 Rampsgill Head 24 Rest Dodd 25 Sallows 26 Selside Pike 27 Shipman Knotts 28 Steel Knotts 29 Tarn Crag 30 Thornthwaite Crag 31 Troutbeck Tongue 32 Wansfell 33 Wether Hill 34 Whinfell Beacon 35 Winterscleugh 36 Yoke Ridge routes 1 Kentmere Horseshoe 2 Martindale Skyline 3 Mardale Head Horseshoe 4 Westmorland Borrowdale Round More to explore Appendix A Useful contacts Appendix B A fellranger’s glossary Appendix C Alphabetical list of fells in the Fellranger series
Walking the Lake District Fells Patterdale
Contents Introduction Valley bases Fix the Fells Using this guide Safety and access Additional online resources Fells 1 Arnison Crag 2 Birkhouse Moor 3 Birks 4 Catstycam 5 Clough Head 6 Dollywaggon Pike 7 Dove Crag 8 Fairfield 9 Glenridding Dodd 10 Gowbarrow Fell 11 Great Dodd 12 Great Mell Fell 13 Great Rigg 14 Hart Crag 15 Hart Side 16 Hartsop above How 17 Helvellyn 18 Heron Pike 19 High Hartsop Dodd 20 High Pike 21 Little Hart Crag 22 Little Mell Fell 23 Low Pike 24 Middle Dodd 25 Nab Scar 26 Nethermost Pike 27 Raise 28 Red Screes 29 Seat Sandal 30 Sheffield Pike 31 St Sunday Crag 32 Stone Arthur 33 Stybarrow Dodd 34 Watson’s Dodd 35 White Side Ridge routes 1 Fairfield Horseshoe 2 Helvellyn Skyline 3 Great Dodd Ridgeway 4 Deepdale and Dovedale Round Appendix Appendix A Useful contacts Appendix B A fellranger’s glossary Appendix C Alphabetical list of fells in the Fellranger series
Walking the Lake District Fells Wasdale
Contents IntroductionValley basesFix the FellsUsing this guideSafety and accessAdditional online resourcesFells1 Buckbarrow2 Caw Fell3 Crag Fell4 Eskdale Moor5 Great End6 Great Gable7 Great How8 Grike9 Haycock10 Illgill Head11 Iron Crag12 Kirk Fell13 Lank Rigg14 Lingmell15 Middle Fell16 Pillar17 Red Pike18 Scafell19 Scafell Pike20 Scoat Fell21 Seatallan22 Slight Side23 Steeple24 Whin Rigg25 YewbarrowRidge routes1 The Roof of England2 The Mosedale Round3 The Nether Beck Horseshoe4 The Upper Ennerdale RoundMore to exploreAppendix A Useful contactsAppendix B A fellranger’s glossaryAppendix C Alphabetical list of 230 Fellranger fells
Walking the Munros Volume 2 Northern
The second of two guidebooks to walking Scotlands Munros, this guidebook details routes to 145 Munros in the Cairngorms, northern highlands and Skye. Includes comprehensive information on tackling this famous collection of mountains, such as weather conditions, access, and the geology of the area Detailed route descriptions around each Munro with a sketch map for each route Useful 10-figure grid references for key points such as summits and start points of awkward descent lines Travel and other information on making the most of your walks and stay in the area Outstanding full colour photography Volume 2 contains 70 routes split into 28 areas
Walking the Munros Volume 1 - Southern
The first of two guidebooks to walking routes Scotlands Munros, covering the southern, central and western highlands, Glencoe, Lochaber and Mull, and details routes for these 139 exciting and challenging mountains. Includes comprehensive information on tackling this famous collection of mountains, such as weather conditions, access, and the geology of the area Detailed route descriptions around each Munro with a sketch map for each route Useful 10-figure grid references for key points such as summits and start points of awkward descent lines Travel and other information on making the most of your walks and stay in the area Outstanding full colour photography Volume 1 contains 69 routes split into 33areas
Weight: 190g Pages: 152 Size: 17.2 x 11.6 x 1.0cm ISBN: 9781786310491
Walks in Silverdale and Arnside
Walks between 2 and 8 miles which can be combined for longer day walks Beautiful hand illustrated throughout, including detailed route maps Contains 21 walks set over 4 different areasAreas Silverdale/Arnside area Arnside Farleton Knott, Holme Park Fell and Hutton Roof Crags The Lancaster to Kendal Canal
Yorkshire Dales North & East
The Yorkshire Dales offers 42 day walks in the Dales National Park. This second volume offers suggestions for longer walks and treks in the north and east of the Dales. Including circular walking routes. 42 walks with suggestions for combining routes into longer expeditions Illustrated with OS mappingAreas Covered The Howgill Fells Mallerstang Swaledale and Arkengarthdale Wensleydale and Coverdale Nidderdale
Yorkshire Dales South & West
The Yorkshire Dales offers 40 day walks in the Dales National Park. This first volume offers suggestions for longer walks and treks in the south and west of the Dales. 44 walks including the Yorkshire Three Peaks Illustrated with OS mappingAreas Covered Lower Wharfedale and Barden Moor Upper Wharfedale Littondale Malhamdale Dentdale and the Western Outliers Around Ribblesdale