Category Archives: Travel Guides
Old Man on a Bike
A Septuagenarian Odyssey Simon Gandolfi has never been one to grow old gracefully and following two heart attacks he decides not to rest up, as many might, but to ride the length of Hispanic America on a 125cc motorbike. And why not? His wife may have plenty of reasons why not, but used to the
Camino Finisterre: Santiago de Compostela to Finisterre / Muxia
The westernmost part of the Camino de Santiago ‘“ The Way of St. James in northern Spain, linking Santiago de Compostela with Cape Finisterre and Muxรญa on the Atlantic coast, presented by the Confraternity of Saint James in a 27 page booklet. Detailed instructions for following this part of the route are provided, including some
The Pirate Gow
With a fascinating introduction that provides historical context for the book, this rendition of novelist Daniel Defoe`s historical account details the life of John Gow, the notorious 18th-century pirate who ransacked the waves. Leaving home at an early age to sail the seas, Gow overthrew the crew of the ship “Caroline,” which propelled him to
Camino Mozรกrabe (Via de la Plata): Granada to Mรฉrida
Camino Mozรกrabe, better known as Via de la Plata – the southern section linking Granada and Cordoba with Mรฉrida and the main route to Santiago de Compostela in an A5, 52-page guide published by the London-based Confraternity of Saint James.A general section with advice on planning is followed by detailed descriptions of the route itself,
Day Walks In the Brecon Beacons
Day Walks in the Brecon Beacons is the latest hill walking guidebook in the popular `Day Walks` series from outdoors publisher Vertebrate Publishing, following guides to the Peak District, Lake District, Yorkshire Dales, North York Moors, Snowdonia and South Downs. This pocket-sized guide features 20 circular routes between 6.8 and 16.5 miles (11km and 16.6km)
Sussex Walks: 20 Walks Exploring the Weald and the South Downs
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. Wander through the county`s varied and interesting landscapes; across open downland, through broadleaf forest and along evolving coastline. The routes are split into two areas
Walking the Literary Landscape: 20 Classic Walks for Book-Lovers in Northern England
Literature and a love of the English countryside are natural companions. Walking the Literary Landscape brings the two together in a collection of 20 circular routes in the north of England, all between 3 and 9 miles (5 and 15 kilometres) in length. The walks explore the physical settings that inspired some of our greatest
Good Run Guide: 40 Great Scenic Runs in England & Wales
Running is a great way to keep fit, stay healthy, relieve stress and experience new places. The Good Run Guide is your companion to the great running to be found in some of the most scenic locations of England and Wales. Run through the stately grounds of Chatsworth in the Peak District; traverse Hadrian`s Wall
Statement: The Ben Moon Story
`Ever since I first set foot on rock at the tender age of seven years, climbing has been the most important thing in my life. In fact I would go so far as to say it is my reason for living and as long as I am able to climb I hope I will. It
Mapping England
Mapping England shows, through a series of compelling maps – both historic and contemporary – how England has scrutinized itself, been seen by others and how it has recorded its ever-changing circumstances.England has been continuously mapped from medieval times to the present, both functionally and creatively, and it is these maps that have helped to
Growing Stuff
With easy-to-follow instructions on the basics of growing flowers, herbs, vegetables and more, Growing Stuff provides an excellent introduction to the world of horticulture. A wide selection of creative `recipes` will help you take growing plants to the next level by making use of them with craft and culinary projects. The book shows you that
North York Moors – Day Walks
“Day Walks in the North York Moors” is the sixth title in Vertebrate Publishing`s series of compact and portable hill walking guidebooks. This book showcases 20 circular routes, between 6 and 14 miles (9km and 22km) in length, suitable for hill walkers of all abilities. The routes are split into three areas – The Cleveland
The Sky is on Fire
Three years ago Magsie Hamilton Little gave up her home and travelled to the Hoggar mountains in central Saharan Africa to rethink her life. There, to everyone`s surprise – not least her own – she found herself buying and adopting a sick camel called Fleabag. This is an account of her journey deep into nomadic
Mountain Views
A personal account of thirty-eight years of walking, climbing, mountaineering and ski-mountaineering in Britain, the Alps and farther afield written by Rupert Hoare. Rupert enjoyed photography since his first mountain on the Isle of Jura and this book is richly illustrated with over 150 colour photographs. Born in 1956 and educated at Winchester College and
Ice Bears and Kotick
Ice Bears and Kotick” is the extraordinary true story of a boat journey that two men made for the fun of it. They rowed and sailed through pack ice, past glaciers and icebergs. They survived whales, polar bears, starvation and capsize.In doing so they completed the first circumnavigation of the Arctic island of Spitsbergen in
Al Ayoun Jordan – Walks, Treks, Climbs and Caves
Jordan – Walks, treks, Caves, Climbs and Canyons is Di Taylor and Tony Howard’s Cicerone guide to the outdoor possibilities in one of the Middle East’s most remote landscapes. The guide describes a variety of walks, treks, caves, climbs and canyons base around Pella, Ajloun, the Dead Sea Hills, Dana, Petra and Wadi Rum. Many
The Spey – From Source to Sea
“The Spey: From Source to Sea” is closely based on a highly successful illustrated talk of the same name given by Donald Barr. Part travelogue, part guidebook the book follows the river from its source in the high Monadhliath Mountains to Spey Bay on the Moray Firth. It considers all the elements that make this
Snowdonia – Day Walks
Day Walks in Snowdonia is the seventh title in Vertebrate Publishing`s series of compact and portable hill walking guidebooks. This book showcases 20 circular routes, between 5.5 and 12 miles (9km and 19km) in length, suitable for hill walkers of all abilities. Additionally included in a Bonus Section are two of the UK`s classic scrambles:
