The Times Britains Best Walks: 200 classic walks from The Times

(Hardback, 2nd Revised edition)

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Wade through pastures of meadowsweet, savour the smell of stone and earth, and delight in the beauty of Britains landscapes with this new edition of The Times Britains Best Walks.

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. Featuring a selection of 200 new routes with a handful of classics chosen by Christopher Somerville, who has travelled the length and breadth of the UK on foot and written about its landscape, wildlife and history for more than 30 years.

Each of the featured walks contains:

Detailed description as featured in The Times column

Postcode and OS grid reference start point

Simple step-by-step walk instructions

Beautiful colour photography

Full colour, clear and up-to-date map

Food recommendations for the hungry traveller

Featuring stunning photography and using Christophers trademark wit and lyricism, this is the perfect gift for ramblers anywhere.

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Perfect for veteran ramblers and leisurely strollers alike. Coast Magazine

Author Bio

Christopher is a Times journalist with 25 years experience of writing and broadcasting about country walks (and tougher hikes). He is the author of Somervilles 100 Best British Walks (Armchair Traveller, 2012), Where to See Wildlife in Britain and Ireland (Collins, 2013) and Best Wild Places (Penguin, 2011).