Short Walks to Curious Places: Exploring 50 of Britain's Ancient Sites, Myths and Legends

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Embark on an extraordinary journey through the British countryside, leading to mysterious sites, ancient wonders and legendary landscapes to uncover 50 of the most intriguing walks in Britain. Discover the Green Chapel of Arthurian legend deep in the Staffordshire moorlands. Take a magical stroll through the fairytale forest of Wistmans Woods on Dartmoor. Marvel at the surreal rock formations of Brimham Rocks in Yorkshire, or spot the Hogwarts Express crossing the Glenfinnan Viaduct in the Scottish Highlands. With each walk ranging from two to eight miles in length and featuring beautiful photography, helpful directions and useful information, this book guarantees captivating experiences for walkers of all abilities, whether youre a casual stroller or seasoned hiker. Short Walks to Curious Places is your key to unlocking the secrets of the British countryside. With every step, you'll uncover the stories that shaped these extraordinary landscapes. Get ready to explore, discover and be enchanted by the wonders that lie just beyond the beaten path.

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This is a walks book with a difference, with a story at every step. And Roly Smith, one of our most experienced and knowledgeable outdoor writers, is the perfect guide to lead you to some of the most fascinating and interesting corners of Britain. I plan to use it myself on my frequent travels around our lovely country. * Sir Chris Bonington *
Why go abroad when there is so much to discover in Great Britain, as revealed in Rolys fascinating book This is not just another walks guide - it is 50 adventures in places you may never have thought about. -- Kate Ashbrook
As someone who loves walking, British landscape and history, and all things eerie, strange and 'hauntological' with a good dash of folk horror, I adored this book. Brilliant and absorbing, either out in 'the field' or in the armchair. Fabulous. -- Stuart Maconie
From the bird-haunted cliffs of Skomer to the perfect glacial valley of High Cup, spectacular house ruins in Leicestershires Bradgate Park and the ancient mossy rocks and trees of Wistman's Wood on Dartmoor, these islands are packed with intriguing, out-of-the-way treasures. This valuable guidebook of easily manageable walks, put together by the vastly experienced Roly Smith, whets your appetite and points you in the right direction. -- Chris Somerville, Walking Correspondent of The Times

Author Bio

Roly Smith is a freelance writer, editor and media consultant, and the author of over 90 books on walking and the countryside. He is vice president and an honorary life member of the Outdoor Writers and Photographers Guild, a member of the British Guild of Travel Writers and a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society. Dubbed 'Mr Peak District' by the local media, he regularly features on national and local TV and radio, including BBC1 Breakfast, Countryfile, Flog it, Great British Train Journeys, Walking through History, Channel 5, ITV Central and Look North, and he regularly contributes to Derbyshire Life, BBC Countryfile and various outdoor magazines.