Other Titles from Meridian Books

Best Walks in the Midlands - Des Wright

 This is the 4th collection of walks by Des Wright (see below for others), an author with a passionate interest in the countryside and its wildlife. Each of the 20 walks has been designed with a specific focus - such as an unusual or notable building, a unique pub, a church with a fine spire, a folly, a natural object or an impressive view. The walks are not difficult and within the capabilities of the average walker. Some are quire short and others have shorter options so will appeal to those with young families or who are taking their first steps in exploring the 'great outdoors'. The distances range from 3½ to 12 miles. Most can be accessed by public transport and details of suitable services are provided.

Rambler's Choice - Some favourite walks in the Midlands - Edited by Peter Groves

In this collection members of the City of Birmingham Group of the Ramblers' Association offer some of their favourite walks in Warwickshire, West Midlands, Worcestershire and Staffordshire. They are not too difficult and many have longer and shorter versions, the longer walks ranging from about 5 miles to 9½ miles and the shorter walks from about 3 miles to 7¾ miles.

Country Walks around the National Forest - Brian Conduit

The National Forest is an area of 200 square miles covering parts of Leicestershire, Staffordshire and Derbyshire. This collection of 20 walks is not just confined to the boundaries of the National Forest but also includes a number of interesting and attractive areas on its periphery. Among the major attractions are the many woodlands, both new and mature, paths across riverside meadows and along canal towpaths, attractive villages, great parklands and many sites of historic interest.
 

The Elan Valley Way - David Milton
A long distance walk from Birmingham to Central Wales

The Elan Valley Way runs from Frankley, on the western fringe of Birmingham, to the Elan Valley in mid-Wales. It is loosely based around the course followed by the Elan Valley aqueduct which Birmingham’s water supply has passed since 1904. Largely following footpaths and bridleways, and with many superb views, the 128.5 mile route passes through some delightful walking areas in the counties of Worcestershire, Shropshire, Herefordshire and Powys.

Price: £7.15

Walks in South Warwickshire - John W Parnham and Barry R Wills
From Shakespeare Country to the Cotswolds

This collection of circular walks represent the author's favourites within this lovely, varied region. The walks will take you along ancient trackways and paths, past standing stones, earthworks, country estates and grand houses. In the Arden countryside as well as finding connections to William Shakespeare you will discover hidden valleys and distinct wooded hilltops that offer wonderful views. Further south the walks will take you through delightful villages and into remote areas in the Cotswold Hills that rival in many ways the better known parts of this beautiful region.

Price: £5.65

Walks Around the Malverns - Roy Woodcock

The Malvern Hills and their surroundings provide magnificent opportunities for rambling, and in this book of twenty walks Roy Woodcock explored many of their superb features. The walks cover the entire range of hills and the neighbouring commons, together with some of the delightful countryside nearby. Distances range from two miles to eight miles, plus a leg stretcher of between ten and sixteen miles (depending on the starting point) that takes in the full length of the ridge and ascends all the Malvern peaks.

Heart of England Hill Walks - John Newson

The eighteen circular walks in this collection explore a variety of hills in the Heart of England - some well known, others that may be less familiar. They include the high open moorlands of Staffordshire, some of the more remote hills of Shropshire, parts of the ever-popular Cotswolds, the counties of Hereford & Worcester and Warwickshire including, naturally, the magnificent Malverns, as well as some more modest, but very scenic hilltops. The distances of the main walks vary from 10.5 miles to 14.5 miles. However, most include the option of a shorter walk and these range between 6 and 10 miles.

Heritage Discovery Walks in the Midlands - Peter Groves

Britain has a rich historical heritage and the 21 walks in this book explore some fine Midlands countryside and also present opportunities to visit castles, battlefields, nature reserves, museums, churches and cathedrals, to admire fine architecture and to explore some historic towns. There are some excellent pubs, many with interesting histories. They are all circular and accessible by public transport. The shortest is 2.5 miles and the longest 11.25 miles.

And The Road Below - John Westley

The entrancing account of the first complete walk around the coastline of the British Isles, a distance of 9,469 miles, that earned the author a place in the Guinness Book of Records. Undertaken in aid of multiple sclerosis this book shows how a relatively inexperienced walker could, with courage and an over-riding determination to succeed, overcome what seemed at times to be near insurmountable problems. The author has donated half of his royalties from the sale of this book to the Multiple Sclerosis Society and this sum will be matched by an equal contribution from the Publishers.

The Monarch's Way - Trevor Antill

A new long distance walk that closely follows the route taken by Charles II after his defeat by Cromwell's forces at Worcester in 1651. Starting from Worcester it goes first north, then south through the Cotswolds and the Mendips to the coast, then South Downs to Shoreham where Charles escaped to France. Visiting many historic places, perhaps previously known to readers only through the history books, it also goes through some of the finest scenery in western and southern England.

Book 1: Worcester to Stratford-upon-Avon. 175 miles. Price £6.25

Book 2: Stratford-upon-Avon to Charmouth. 210 miles. Price £6.25

Book 3: Charmouth to Shoreham. 225miles. Price: £6.25

THE BIRMINGHAM GREENWAY - Fred Willits

A walk from the northern to the southern boundary of Birmingham passing thorough its many parks and open spaces, using footpaths, riversides and the canal towpaths. A unique opportunity to discover what is often hidden to the road user and to learn much about the history and current activities of this bustling city.

Let's Walk - Mark Linley

A guide, illustrated with sketches and many lively cartoons, giving advice and information on clothing and equipment, walking companions, where to go, walking holidays, map and compass reading, wildlife in the countryside, leadership, difficulties and hazards, first aid, weather and much else.

Beyond the Bars, Ten Walks from York City Walls - Ivan Broadhead

Circular walks into the countryside and villages surrounding York, ranging in distance from 2 to 7 miles and starting fro the 10 historic exits from the city walls.

Waterside Walks in North Yorkshire - Ivan Broadhead

Twenty walks featuring brooks, streams, canals, waterfalls, lakes, rivers and the sea in one of Britain's most beautiful counties.

Exploring Stratford-Upon-Avon - Enid Colston

Among Britain's historic towns and cities Stratford-upon-Avon must earn a special place. With this personal guide, you can take a walk through the town at your own pace, confident that you will not waste time retracing your steps or searching for that building which you were sure was only just around the next corner! £2.00