Category Archives: Non-Fiction & Reference

A Pilgrim`s Guide to the Camino Ingles & Camino Finisterre: Including MuXia Circuit

This guidebook combines the shortest route into Santiago and the only one that departs from it. Both routes provide the minimum distance required for a pilgrim to apply for a Compostela; but that is not its purpose. By combining these two very different routes we have the possibility to take each as a separate journey

Offa`s Dyke Path: Prestatyn To Chepstow

The Offa`s Dyke Path is a magnificent National Trail that runs from the North Wales coast to the Severn Estuary following the line of Offa`s Dyke, an impressive 8th century earthwork along the English/Welsh border. The ever-changing landscape – the Wye Valley, the Black Mountains, the Shropshire Hills and the Clwydian Hills – is steeped

Camino Portugues Maps: Lisbon – Porto – Santiago / Camino Central, Camino De La Costa, Variente Espiritual & Senda Litoral

Spiritual seekers and travellers will find all the resources they need to walk the Way of St. James in this complete set of maps and town plans covering the sacred route from Lisbon via Porto, to Santiago de Compostella, including the alternate coastal route. For the first time, this edition, also, includes a Spiritual Variant

A Pilgrim`s Guide to the Camino De Santiago: St. Jean – Roncevalles – Santiago

Now updated to include newer maps and photos, with height reduced by 20mm to make it even lighter in weight to support carefree travelling, this comprehensive guidebook to the Camino de Santiago and its offshoots contains all the information needed by modern-day pilgrims wishing to walk the sacred Way of St. James. Overview route planners

A Pilgrim`s Guide to the Camino De Santiago: Camino Frances St. Jean – Roncevalles – Santiago

Now updated to include newer maps and photos, this comprehensive guidebook to the Camino de Santiago and its offshoots contains all the information needed by modern-day pilgrims wishing to walk the sacred Way of St. James. Overview route planners plus daily stage maps and detailed town plans help sojourners with all the advance preparation they

A Pilgrim`s Guide to the Camino Sanabres & Camino Invierno: Ourense – a Laxe – Santiago Ponferrada – a Laxe – Santiago

This guidebook combines two ancient routes into Santiago that remain largely undiscovered despite their historic significance. Each route offers a very different camino experience but are combined in one volume as they join in A Laxe for the final stages. Each provides the minimum distance required for a pilgrim to apply for a Compostela; but

Scottish Island Bagging: The Walkhighlands Guide to the Islands of Scotland

`Scottish Island Bagging` by Helen and Paul Webster, founders of Walkhighlands, is a guide to the magical islands of Scotland.Focusing on the ninety-nine islands that have regular trips or means of access for visitors, plus fifty-five other islands which have no regular transport but are still of significant size or interest, the authors have described

Swimming Wild in the Lake District: The most beautiful wild swimming spots in the larger lakes

Swimming Wild in the Lake District by Suzanna Cruickshank is an informative and inspiring book for both new and experienced wild swimmers, exploring the larger lakes in the beautiful Lake District National Park.The book explores secluded wild swimming locations in the tourist hotspots of Windermere and Derwent Water and takes you to the tranquil hidden

Tour du Mont Blanc: The most iconic long-distance, circular trail in the Alps with customised itinerary planning for walkers, trekkers, fastpackers and trail runners

Tour du Mont Blanc is the definitive guidebook for one of the most famous long-distance treks in the world. This trek circles the entire Mont Blanc massif, passing through spectacular scenery in France, Italy and Switzerland. You`ll traverse high mountain passes, see stunning glaciers, pass azure lakes, wander through tranquil green valleys and alpine pastures,

The Beaches of Wales: The complete guide to every beach and cove around the Welsh coastline

Surrounded on three sides by water, Wales has hundreds of beaches to choose from. The Beaches of Wales by Alistair Hare is the first guide to every named beach and cove around the Welsh coastline. Listing approximately 500 beaches, this book offers something for everyone – from secret beaches and remote coves to dog-friendly beaches,

Today South London, Tomorrow South London

Leading slacker website, Deserter, publishes unique portraits of South London neighbourhoods, alongside its libertarian lifestyle pieces. Today South London, Tomorrow South London will be a collection of these excursions – with new and updated material – capturing the people, places and unlikely pleasures below the river, at a remarkable point in the area`s history.The authors,

Dick Carter: Yacht Designer

Not many ‘˜amateur’™ yacht designers would dare to enter the first boat they had ever designed into the epic offshore Fastnet Race, let alone with the intention of winning it. But that is what Dick Carter did in 1964, beating all 151 other yachts, some sailed by the most notable sailors of the day. He

Inflatable Kayaking: A Beginner`s Guide

There has been an explosion of interest in paddling right across the world ‘“ in 2020, British Canoeing reported a 40% rise in members, with 19,000 signing up in a 3-month period. Much of this interest has been in inflatable kayaks, with the author’™s own website (inflatablekayaksandpackrafts.com) averaging 1,000 visits a day. The comparatively low

Central America

The sheer variety of options in Central America means that for once the cliche is true – there is something for everyone. The diversity of landscapes, cultures and opportunities excites, entices, and bewilders. The scope for adventurous holidays isvast, whether it be climbing a volcano, scuba-diving, whitewater rafting or seeking out the elusive quetzal bird

The Indomitable Chiesa de Santa Maria

This historical novel is focussed around a church located in Florence, and what happens to it through different periods of history. The story starts in the present day, with a tour guide taking a family around a museum that originally was the church. The tour guide, Molly Cavendish is the present day link, and as

The All Round Guide to the Isle of Man 2018/19: The most comprehensive guide

This is Lily Publications best selling title and covers all you want to know about visiting and exploring the Isle of Man. A-Z gazetteer of towns and villages, car tours, street plans and places to visit and places to eat.

Quality Time? – Celebrating 50 Years of Sailing & The Life of `The World`s Greatest Yachting Cartoonist`

Published to celebrate the life of Mike Peyton, `the world`s greatest yachting cartoonist`, this second edition features personal tributes from some 12 other successful and well-known sailors (including Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, Sir Ben Ainslie and Tom Cunliffe). They all recognise Mike`s observational talent and comment on how sailors see themselves (or their friends) in his

Beijing Then and Now

Sites include: Deshengmen Arrow Tower, Qianmen Arrow Tower, Qianmen Gate, Entrance to the Imperial City, Mao`s Mausoleum, Tiananmen Gate, Duanmen Gate, Entrance to the Forbidden City, Wumen Gate, Hall of Supreme Harmony, Jingshan, Beihai Park, the White Dagoba, Imperial Canal, Drum Tower, Beihai Lake, Bell Tower, Temple of Confucius, Hall of Classics, Imperial Observatory, Qianmen

The Great British Bucket List

If you want to ski off a cliff or swim with sharks, stop reading now. This book is about achievable adventures that celebrate the best of Britain and Britishness. The 60 mini adventures are graded in difficulty from comically easy to mildly challenging, making them suitable for a wide range of ages and abilities. They

Enchanting Singapore (3rd edition)

Singapore, a small island nation, offers a huge variety of experiences for holidaymakers of all kinds. This bustling cosmopolitan city has excellent shopping malls and fascinating museums; heritage trails and wildlife walks; a colourful nightlife and a huge choice of dining options.Much planning has been involved in maximising these attractions. Leading the way are the