South Downs Way

Author: Jim Manthorpe
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781905864188
Category : South Downs Way (England)
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Fully revised third edition. This 100-mile footpath follows the line of chalk hills stretching from Winchester to Eastbourne. Walking the length of the Downs is the best way to experience this beautiful landscape with its mixture of rolling hills, steep hanging woodland and windswept fields. You'll also pass through picture-postcard villages with welcoming pubs, thatched cottages and quintessentially English country gardens. 5 town plans and 60 large-scale walking maps - at just under 1:20,000 - showing route times, places to stay, places to eat, points of interest and much more. These are not general-purpose maps but fully-edited maps drawn by walkers for walkers. Itineraries for all walkers - whether walking the route in its entirety over a week to 10 days or sampling the highlights on day walks and short breaks Practical information for all budgets - camping, bunkhouses, hostels, B&Bs, pubs and hotels; Winchester through to Eastbourne - where to stay, where to eat, what to see, plus detailed street plans Comprehensive public transport information - for all access points on the South Downs Way Flora and fauna - four page full color flower guide, plus an illustrated section on local wildlife Green hiking - understanding the local environment and minimizing our impact on it

South Downs Way

Author: Jim Manthorpe
Publisher: Trail Blazer Publications
ISBN: 9781905864669
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 208

Book Description
The South Downs Way is a 100-mile (160km) National Trail that follows the line of chalk hills stretching from Winchester in Hampshire across Sussex to Eastbourne. Walking the length of the Downs is the best way to experience this beautiful landscape with its mixture of rolling hills, steep hanging woodland and windswept fields. You'll pass picture-postcard villages with welcoming pubs, thatched cottages and quintessentially English country gardens. Includes downloadable GPS waypoints. Route guide and maps plus accommodation, pubs and restaurants in detailed guides to 49 towns and villages Includes 60 detailed walking maps : the largest-scale maps available - At just under 1 : 20,000 (8cm or 31/8 inches to 1 mile) these are bigger than even the most detailed walking maps currently available in the shops. Unique mapping features – walking times, directions, tricky junctions, places to stay, places to eat, points of interest. These are not general-purpose maps but fully edited maps drawn by walkers for walkers. Itineraries for all walkers – whether hiking the entire route or sampling highlights on day walks or short breaks. Detailed public transport information for all access points. Practical information for all budgets : What to see ; where to eat (cafés, pubs and restaurants) ; where to stay (B&Bs, hotels, hostels, camping barns and campsites).

Walks in the South Downs National Park

Author: Kev Reynolds
Publisher: Cicerone Press Limited
ISBN: 1783623454
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 240

Book Description
A guidebook to 40 day walks in the South Downs National Park. Exploring the beautiful chalk hills between Eastbourne and Winchester, there’s something for beginner and experienced walkers alike. The walks range in length from 8 to 18km (5–11 miles), each is circular and where possible begins and ends at a place accessible by public transport. 1:50,000 OS maps are included for each walk Detailed information on public transport, accommodation and car parking Highlights include Beachy Head and Seven Sisters Easy access from Brighton and Worthing

Pembrokeshire Coast Path

Author: Jim Manthorpe
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781873756560
Category : Pembrokeshire Coast Path (Wales)
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
A magnificent 189 mile footpath around the stunning coastline of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park in southwest Wales. Renowned for its unspoiled sandy beaches, secluded coves, tiny fishing villages and offshore islands rich in bird and marine life, this National Trail provides some of the best coastal walking in Britain. This guide includes 96 walking maps with the largest-scale maps available; unique mapping features walking times, directions, tricky junctions, places to stay, places to eat, points of interest; itineraries for all walkers whether hiking the 186-mile route in its entirety or sampling the highlights detailed public transport information" for all access points; practical information for all budgets including what to see, where to stay, where to eat, pubs, hotels, B&Bs, camping, bunkhouses and hostels.

The North Downs Way

Author: Kev Reynolds
Publisher: Cicerone Press Limited
ISBN: 1783625309
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 300

Book Description
A guidebook to walking the North Downs Way National Trail between the high downland of Farnham, Hampshire and Dover on the Kent coast. Covering 208km (130 miles), this gentle trail takes around 11 days to walk and is an ideal first long-distance hike for beginners. The route is described from west to east in 11 daily stages between 12 and 22km (8–14 miles) in length. An optional 3-stage detour via Canterbury is also provided. Contains step-by-step description of the route alongside 1:50,000 OS maps Includes a separate map booklet containing OS 1:25,000 mapping and route line Refreshment and accommodation information given for each route stage Handy route summary table helps you plan your itinerary Much of the route follows the ancient Pilgrims' Way to Canterbury Cathedral

Dales Way

Author: Henry Stedman
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781905864782
Category : Dales Way (England)
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
All-in-one hiking route guide, maps and accommodations for the popular Dales Way long-distance footpath that begins in Ilkley, West Yorkshire and runs for 84 miles (135km) to end in the Lake District, in Bowness-on-Windermere. Includes 40 large-scale maps (3 1/8 inches to 1 mile); 7 town plans and 8 overview maps. Full details of all accommodations and campsites, restaurants and pubs; plus full public transport information. Includes day-walks.

Alone on the South Downs Way

Author: Holly Worton
Publisher: eBook Partnership
ISBN: 1911161059
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 181

Book Description
Alone on the South Downs Way is the story of Holly Worton's 100 mile walking journey along one of England's National Trails in 2015. An avid walker, she thought she was up for the challenge of an eight day hike, and happily set off to explore the South Downs. What followed was a magical journey through nature that was both more satisfying and more difficult than she ever imagined. This book contains all the blisters, sweat, and tears from that life-changing journey. More than just a walking travelogue or memoirs of a walking holiday, this book contains Holly's reflections on walking the Way, including lessons learned and practical information to help you plan your South Downs Way hiking adventure. It includes a suggested packing list, gear recommendations, and other useful tips, such as when to walk the Way, where to stay, and how much you'll need to budget. This book will not only get you inspired to walk the South Downs Way or other long distance trail, it will encourage you to get outdoors more often.

Sussex Walks

Author: Deirdre Huston
Publisher: Vertebrate Publishing
ISBN: 9781906148683
Category : South Downs (England)
Languages : en
Pages : 160

Book Description
'Sussex Walks' is a collection of 20 circular walks, between 3.5 and 12 miles (5 and 19km) in length that explore the length and breadth of the county of Sussex.

Trans-Canada Rail Guide

Author: Melissa Graham
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781873756690
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 256

Book Description
A journey on Canada's transcontinental railroad ranks as one of the greatest rail experiences in the world. Stretching from the Atlantic to the Pacific, the lines span 3,974 miles, taking in not only several of North America's finest cities but also some of the most dramatic scenery on earth, including the spectacular Rocky Mountains. This comprehensive guidebook gives information: for all budgets, from the cheapest rail tickets with shoestring accommodations in the cities along the route to the most luxurious guided tours; city guides and maps; mile-by-mile route guide; railway history.

The Blues Highway

Author: Richard Knight
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781873756669
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 324

Book Description
Includes hotels and restaurants; music clubs and bars; music landmarks; music festivals and events; interviews; jazz, blues, Cajun, zydeco, country, gospel, soul and rock and roll; and more.