Publisher's Synopsis
The must-have book to discover the best of Britain's walks
Christopher Somerville has covered the length and breadth of the UK on foot, and has written and broadcast about its history, landscape, wildlife and people for over 25 years. Now, in this extensive new volume, he selects his top 200 routes from his hugely popular Times column, A Good Walk.
More than just a basic guidebook, this is a meditation on our relationship with the landscape and a celebration of all that Britain has to offer. From Cornwall to Shetland via Pembrokeshire and Barrowdale, this is the most comprehensive collection of walks in the United Kingdom available in one book, and features trails to suit all skill levels and references, whether you want a gentle ramble to the pub or something much more challenging.
Each of the featured walks contains:
Detailed description as featured in The Times column
Postcode and OS grid reference start point
Instructions on how to get there
Distance and grade so readers can suit walks to their ability, fitness and mood
Simple step-by-step walk instructions
Beautiful colour photograph for each walk
Full colour, clear and up-to-date map
Food and accommodation details for the hungry traveller
Featuring stunning photography and using Christopher's trademark with and lyricism, this is the perfect gift for ramblers anywhere.
