Long Distance Walking in Britain
Published on 31. January 2017
176 pages
978-0-7198-2053-3 (ISBN)
Description
This is the definitive guide to the best long distance trails in Britain, leading you through landscapes rich in history, wildlife and views. OS references are provided throughout, with invaluable tips on where to walk, timings, nutrition and equipment. There are walks for every level of fitness and contributions from experienced walkers, with practical advice and accompanying maps and explanatory illustrations. Whether walking along the coast or across the moors, following ancient pathways or seeking out less well-known routes, Long Distance Walking in Britain is the ideal companion.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Ramsbury
United Kingdom
Illustrations
Illustrations; 100 Halftones, color
File size
69,69 MB
ISBN-13
978-0-7198-2053-3 (9780719820533)
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Damian Hall
Long Distance Walking in Britain
Book
03/2016
The Crowood Press Ltd
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Person
Damian Hall is a freelance journalist who has completed many of the world's famous and not-so-famous long-distance walks, including Everest Base Camp for his honeymoon and, equally memorably, Australia's Six Foot Track, where a hungry possum stole his very smelly walking boot. Damian contributes regularly to outdoor publications, including Country Walking and Outdoor Fitness, and is a member of the Long Distance Walkers Association, the Backpackers Club and the Outdoor Writers and Photographers Guild.
Content
- Cover Page
- Title Page
- Copyright
- Dedication
- Contents
- Acknowledgements
- Picture Credits
- Chapter 1 Why Go Long Distance Walking?
- Chapter 2 Walking Form and Fitness: How to Walk Naturally and Efficiently
- Chapter 3 Long Distance Walking Equipment: The Gear You Need and the Gear You Definitely Don't Need
- Chapter 4 Picking and Planning: What to Decide and Do Before Starting Out
- Chapter 5 Life on the Trail: Tips for Staying Safe and Happy
- Chapter 6 How to Use This Guide
- The Top 100 Trails
- England
- South-West
- South-East
- North-West
- North-East
- Wales
- North
- Mid
- South-West
- All
- Scotland
- South
- North
- John O'Groats to Land's End
- Further Information
- Index
