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LONG DISTANCE PATHS RUNNING THROUGH THE REGION ARE HIGHLIGHTED IN WHITE
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AA 50 Walks, Cornwall - Walking is one of
Britain's favourite leisure activities, and with "50 Walks in Cornwall" you
can find a variety of mapped walks to suit all abilities - from the casual
walker to the experienced hiker. This book features all the practical detail
you need, accompanied by fascinating background reading on the history and
wildlife of the area, as well as other local points of interest. All walks
are annotated with places to visit along the way: 'While You're There',
featuring churches, country houses, museums, villages and towns. Each walk
also has refreshment information: 'Where to Eat and Drink', including tea
rooms and pubs, with extra details on their character and the food on offer.
A 'What to Look For' panel features more specific details of urban and
industrial heritage, flora and fauna. Every walk is given a summary of
distance, time, gradient, level of difficulty, type of surface and access,
landscape, dog friendliness, parking and public toilets. Published April 08.
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AA 100 Walks in South West England - Seven regional walking titles in this new series help walkers enjoy the best of the British countryside. Each book offers highlights of the area, its regional and topographical features, plus information on footpath signing, countryside access, walking tips and safety guidelines. The 100 walks cover the area in detail, with the distance of each ranging from two to ten miles depending on the terrain and interest along the way. Town and city strolls maybe shorter, depending on the hinterland. Each book offers: 100 mapped walks, with 1 walk per page, in a handy cheque-book format; Detailed 1:25,000 OS (redrawn) maps in 4-colour with route and topographical features marked clearly; Location map of the region giving the start point of all walks offered; Range of walks appealing to both casual walkers and hikers Each walk has a theme: Rural walks, Historic & Urban walks, Famous Footsteps walks, Spectacular Scenery Walks, Wilderness walks, Industrial Heritage walks, Parkland walks, Mysterious & Ancient Monuments walks, Woodland & Nature walks; Maps annotated with places to visit along the way; Detailed information panel includes distance, start point, easy-to-follow walk directions, parking, public transport and terrain; Numbered walk directions both in the text and annotated on the map; Each walk graded for steepness. This book covers Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset, Wiltshire. Published April 04. |
Walking in the Isles of Scilly, Paddy Dhillon
- This is a detailed guide to walking throughout the islands. It is a new
edition of the original and most comprehensive guide to this beautiful and
unspoilt area. It details of boat trips between the islands, and other
useful information for exploration on foot. Basking in sunshine, rising
green and pleasant from the blue Atlantic Ocean, fringed by rugged cliffs
and sandy beaches, the Isles of Scilly are a joy to explore. The Isles form
the smallest of Britain's Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and their
historic shores have been designated as Heritage Coast. The surrounding sea
is protected as a marine park. Archaeological remains abound, not only on
the islands, but submerged beneath the sea. While the walks in this
guidebook could be completed in as little as a week, a fortnight would allow
a much more leisurely appreciation of the islands, and leave you with
memories that will last a lifetime. Published January 09
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Cornwall Coast Path ,
Edith Schofield-
As well as route directions, this guide includes
walking times, places to stay and eat, points of interest and public
transport. Contains 95 detailed hand-drawn trail maps and town plans, at a
scale of 1:19,500. Limited availability. Published March 03. Cornwall Coast Path, 3rd edition, Mary Schofield and Keith Carter, Planning, places to stay, places to eat, includes 100 large scale walking maps. Published June 09. (available for pre-order). |
Walking in Cornwall, Ursula K.le Guin. Published September 08. |
Really Short Walks in Cornwall, Paul White. Published June 08.
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Colours, Coast and Sea: Walking the Coastal Path, St Agnes to Cape
Cornwall, Amanda Hoskin. Published March 08.
Cornish Teashop Walks, Jean Patefield -
Twenty circular walks based around good local
teashops including routes near Padstow, St Ives, Lands End, Mevagissey,
Fowey, West Looe and Launceston. The walks are between 3 and 7½ miles in
length. With sketch maps and photographs. Published 2003 |
Cornwall Walks, Pathfinder Guides, Sue
Vickers - "Pathfinder Guides" are the ideal companion for country walks
throughout the British Isles. Clear and easy-to-follow directions are
accompanied by detailed maps from Ordnance Survey and specially commissioned
photographs. With 28 colour-coded routes to choose from, all tried and
tested by seasoned walkers and varying from extended strolls to exhilarating
hikes, there is a walk to suit everyone. Published January 08.
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Cornwall Short Walks, Jarrold - 20 easy-to-follow walks for the whole family. The routes range from 1½ to 5½ miles in length. Ordnance Survey mapping throughout. Points of interest for children, as well as refreshment stops, public facilities and transport. Published June 02. |
| Land's End, The Coastal Footpath from St. Ives to St. Michael's Mount, Oliver Hawker - Cornwall's coastal footpath is a favourite amongst walkers - both those on holiday and those who live in the county. But this is a different kind of walking book. It's aim is to take the reader on a journey of discovery whilst also providing a healthy and enjoyable exercise among the county's most spectacular scenery. As the walk progresses, starting in St Ives and taking the coastal route round to St Michael's Mount, the author links historic events, local legends and stories to points of interest along the way. Contemporary photographs illustrate the journey whilst historic images bring the past to life. The walk can be started (or ended) at any point en route, and thus the whole trip can be made in easy stages. Published April 03. | Five Walks Around Contstantaine: Heritage, Landscape and Wildlife, Bill Scolding - A booklet containing maps of routes and associated history. Published April 06. | Devon and Cornwall AA Publications - This exciting series of family-friendly walk and cycle ride books offers routes all over Britain. Written and researched by experts in their field, the guides are designed to be practical and easy to use for a perfectly planned day out for the whole family. Each guide includes 25 walks and 15 cycle rides with colour photographs throughout showing sites, views and pubs along the route. A full colour map accompanies each walk and cycle and there is practical information such as distance, minimum time and level of difficulty to make sure you make the most of your family day out. Published June 05. |
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Pub Walks Along the Cornwall Coast Path, Eleanor Smith - 20 circular walks based on the Coast Path which stretches from Port Isaac via Land's End and the Lizard to Cremyll near Plymouth. The walks range in length from 3 to 5 miles. Published June 04. Pub Walks in South West Cornwall, Trisha & David Rowe - 30 circular routes based on good local pubs. Published May 01. |
Pub Walks for Motorists: Devon and Cornwall, Michael Bennie - Forty circular walks covering the two counties, each based on a good local pub. Includes routes around Parracombe, Kentisbeare, and Postbridge in Devon; and Pentewan, Lamorna and Port Isaac in Cornwall. Published April 05.
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Pocket Pub Walks Cornwall, Michael Bennie -
What better way to
spend a leisurely few hours than to stretch your legs and then visit a
traditional pub for a delicious meal and a glass of beer or wine? This
book's handy size fits neatly into a pocket, and gives you clear numbered
route instructions for each walk, which includes a map, details of distance
and terrain, information on how to get to the start, places of interest
along the way and, most importantly, a recommended pub serving good food. An
enjoyable way to see some of the finest scenery in Cornwall.
Published April 09
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| 100 Walks in Devon & Cornwall, - A collection of 100 walking routes through Devon and Cornwall, ranging in distance from three to twelve miles. Each walk is accompanied by a map, points of interest, and suggestions for places to eat and drink for parking. Includes walks along the Cornish coastal path, Dartmoor, villages of Mousehole and Helford, and St. Ives and Totnes. Limited availability. Published February 96. | Cornwall Walks, John Brooks - Published jointly by Jarrold Publishing and the Ordnance Survey, the guide contains 28 walking tours, some with alternate versions, graded in order of difficulty. Equally suitable for leisurely half-day family strolls or for the experienced hiker seeking a challenging, day-long walk. Limited availability. Published May 90. |
Walking Cornwall in the 1990's, James Whetter - A description of walks on the Cornish Coastal Path between 1991 and 1994. Limited availability. Published December 04. |
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Exploring Cornwall's Tramway Trails, Bob Acton. Coast to coast trail Portreath to Devoran and beyond. Limited availability. Published April 00. Around Padstow, Bob Acton - circular walks from Porthcothan to Wadebridge & Bodmin. Limited availability. Published February 95. Around the Fal, Bob Acton - round walks from Pendennis to St Anthony & Portscatho. Limited availability. Published January 96. Around Looe, Polperro & Liskeard, Bob Acton. Limited availability. Published August 95. Around Land's End, 12 Walks in Penwith, Bob Acton. Limited availability. Published March 04. Around St Agnes and Perranporth, Bob Acton - round walks from Holywell to Porthtowan. Limited availability. Published April 94. Around Newquay, Bob Acton - circular walks from Bedruthan to Holywell. Limited availability. Published February 93. Around Helford, Bob Acton - round walks from Gillan to Falmouth. Limited availability. Published February 95. Around the River Fowey, Bob Acton. Circular walks. Limited availability. Published July 01. From the Roseland to St Austell Bay, Bob Acton - 18 round walks from Portscatho to Par. Limited availability. Published March 97. Twelve Walks on the Lizard, Bob Acton. Limited availability. Published October 96. |
The South-West Coast Path, Paddy Dillon -
This second edition of the South West Coast Path guide contains a clear and
accurate route description (in 45 day stages), with inland alternatives
where appropriate, accommodation and facility guide, colour photographs and
full colour OS maps. Published April 04.
For More on South-West Coast Path see Long Distance Books
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Six Walks on or around Bodmin Moor
Vol 1, Mark Camp. contains walks in the parishes of
Six Walks on and Around Bodmin Moor Vol 2, Mark
Camp. contains walks in the parishes of: Six Walks on and Around Bodmin Moor: Vol 3, Mark Camp. Contains walks in the parishes of St Tudy, Altarnum, Cardinham, Linkinhorne, Camelford and Davidstow. Limited availability. Published October 05. The Copper Trail: Once around Bodmin Moor, Mark Camp - 'The idea of creating a circular walk around Bodmin Moor was something I had been mulling over for some time. Walkers come to Cornwall in their thousands every year to walk the South West Coast Path, but how many ever think about exploring the inland areas? Away from the gift shops and fast food outlets that often blight many of the seaside towns and villages there is another Cornwall waiting to be discovered. This other Cornwall remains hidden even to many who live in the County. Working with The Best of Bodmin Moor I have been able to realise this ambition and create what I consider to be the best possible circular walk of the moor.' Mark Camp. Limited availability. Published October 2005.
Some of the above titles have limited availability. However, you can purchase directly from the publishers, The Best of Bodmin Moor, by clicking on the following link www.bobm.info/short-walks.htm |
| Walking Detective, Paul Heslop - An Account of a Walk from Cornwall to Caithness. Limited availability. Published October 01. | A view from Trencrom, Bob Acton - round walks near Hayle, St. Ives and Penzance. Limited availability. Published March 97. | Cornwall Walks to Churches, Diana Marjorie Pe - 40 walks to 100 Churches. Limited availability. Published May 04. |
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Classic Walks Cornwall - This is Cornwall's best loved walking book.
Containing 60 circular walks that take in the beautiful Cornish countryside
and coastline. The walks have been selected to suit the beginner,
intermediate and advanced walker with road walking kept to a minimum . All
walks are illustrated with fantasic full colour photos and easy to read maps
to help you choose the walk you want. Limited availability. Published October 04. Classic Walks Cornwall 2, 60 more circular walks. Limited availability. Published October 04. |
Shortish Walks - St Ives to Padstow, David Wright - Describes 14 walks (6-8 km/4-5 miles) - taking in coastal stretches, woodland, river valleys and dunes. Limited availability. Published March 06. Pub Walks in Cornwall, David Hancock - 40 circular walks around Cornwall Inns. Limited availability. Published May 93. |
Devon and Cornwall Walks,
AA Publications Fold-out book. Limited availability. Published April
00. Penwith Land's End: The South West Coast Path, Dayrell Elphinstone. Limited availability. Published March 95. Walks on Bodmin Moor, E V Thompson [Ed]. Limited availability. Published August 96. |
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MORE MAPS Large Map of the Isles of Scilly. Published March 07 The Scilly Guidebook, Rex Bowley - The Isles of Scilly Standard Guide Book with large scale Map of the Islands. Published March 06 Berlitz Cornwall GuideMap. Published July 04
South West Coast Path 1, Minehead to Bude (Walker's Route S) Harvey. Published June 07 South West Coast Path 2, Bude to Portreath (Walker's Route S) Harvey. Published Feb 06 South West Coast Path 3, Portreath to Lizard Point (Walker's Route S) Harvey. Published Feb 06
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AUTHORS/PUBLISHERS
Cornwall in Focus - Encounter Cornwall - family run operation providing walking trips in mid Cornwall. Loads of info about the area. Cornwall Tour - a comprehensive guide to Cornwall. Virtual Book Company - Suppliers of the South West Coast Path Interactive DVD. www.lookaroundcornwall.com - Cornwall visitor guide with stunning panoramic views |
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