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The story of the Jacobite rising of 1745 and Steve Lord's journey on foot
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100 Classic Coastal Walks in Scotland, Andrew Dempster - Scotland and its islands encompass more than 10,000 miles of breathtaking coastline. The 100 routes outlined by Andrew Dempster take in the quaint fishing ports, long sun-bleached strands and vast golf links of the east coast; the
grand Gothic cliffs, natural arches and storm-tossed seastacks that comprise much of the fractured edge of the Atlantic; the kaleidoscopic wildflower carpet of the Western Isles machair; the romantic castles and Clearance settlements of Skye; and myriad idyllic secluded beaches and breathtaking clifftop vantage points. This unique guide covers the whole spectrum, from short hour-long beach strolls to serious full-day hikes that require mountain
gear and total commitment. Compiled in a user-friendly format and containing maps and illustrations throughout, 100 Classic Coastal Walks in Scotland provides a wealth of walking possibilities for anyone with an interest in outdoor pursuits, with many of the walks also suitable for children. Published May 11.
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100 Scotsman Walks: From Hill to Glen and Riverside, Robin Howie - Hillwalking is a way of life for Robin Howie, whose name is very well-known in Scottish hillwalking circles and whose knowledge of the Scottish high tops is second to none. For over ten years his popular
weekly hillwalking column has appeared in The Scotsman where his pleasure of walking in the hills is apparent to the reader. Some claim to buy the paper solely to read his column while others have long-demanded that his walks be made into a book. Generous with his help and advice to other walkers, this collection of shorter, lower-level walks will appeal to families and those less sure of venturing to the high tops. Conveniently arranged within shires
with a location map, each walk has a useful factfile that summarises the map, start point, distance, terrain, duration of walk, height to be climbed and the all-important nearest refreshment point. 100 Scotsman Walks is a distillation of a lifetime of highs and lows, enhanced by the artist's eye and the wordsmith's descriptive powers. It will be a delight for active or ex-walkers, for the would-be explorer or armchair enthusiast, for the whole family,
young or old - a book in fact for everyone. Published May 11. 
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Scotland, Cicerone World's Mountain Ranges, Chris Townsend - Chris
Townsend is an award-winning author, photographer and lecturer and lives in
the Cairngorms. He was the first person to complete a continuous round of
all the Scottish Munros and has also walked across the Scottish mountains
from coast to coast 14 times. Passionate about wild land and its
conservation Chris is President of the Mountaineering Council of Scotland.
This is a resource book covering the finest walks and climbs in Scotland, with its variety of wild landscapes ranging from the Southern Uplands to the great granite plateaus of the Cairngorms to the jagged arêtes of the Cuillin hills on the Isle of Skye. Whatever activity you are planning this guide has the information the independent mountain lover needs. Published Oct 10.
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Scotland: Cicerone World's Mountain Ranges, Chris Townsend - Scotland is a country with a huge range of mountain landscapes from the rolling heather-clad hills of the Southern Uplands to the arctic plateaus of the Cairngorms and the jagged rock peaks
of Torridon and the Isle of Skye. Of the many majestic summits 283 rise above the 3,000ft mark - the famous Munros - and below the summits are shimmering lochs, ancient forests and dramatic rivers. The variety of scenery has something to offer for everyone. There are massive cliffs for rock and ice climbs, long high ridges for hillwalking, rolling plateaus for ski touring, long distance routes through forests, glens and over passes. There is ample
opportunity for wonderful wild camps and a network of hotels, hostels, bunkhouses and camp sites. This book covers all this and more and is an excellent resource for those who wish to venture into the mountains. In this book, all Scotland's ranges described, grouped into 7 regions. It offers an overview of the key ascents, long-distance routes, access, bases and recommended walking and climbing guides. Published October 10
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Walking Through Scotland's History: Two Thousand Years on Foot, Ian
Mitchell - Today, walking is many
things for many people - a leisure activity, a weekend pursuit, or even a
chore - but rarely is it an integral part of everyday life. This book
explores the world, and the way of life, that Scotland has left behind. From
the Roman legions marching into Caledonia, to the 20th century's travelling
communities, Ian R. Mitchell takes us on a tour of the missionaries,
mapmakers and military leaders who have trodden Scottish paths over the last
2,000 years. He also examines the lives of the drovers, distillers,
fishwives and workers for whom walking was a means of survival. Each chapter
includes a variety of suggested walks and places to visit, as an incentive
for those who wish to follow in their footsteps. Published March 07 |
Walk Scotland: A Guide Book for All Seasons, Bruce Sandison - A guidebook with a difference as Bruce Sandison takes the reader
on 125 of his favourite walks - from the Shetland Isles to the Borders,
including three excursions in the land of Hadrian's Wall in Northumberland -
combining practical information of indigenous flora and fauna with local
history and the author's personal knowledge of these routes in his beloved
native land. Each walk is a complete story in itself. Sandison recounts his
own experiences during a lifetime spent exploring Scotland's countryside: a
first kiss among the trees of the 'T' Woods at Swanston, near Edinburgh;
discovering Skara Brae in Orkney, before the tourists. His sense of humour
is never far behind as he remembers those who walked these ways in days gone
by: Mary, Queen of Scots, dashing from Jedburgh to Hermitage Castle to
comfort her lover, incurring the wrath of Presbyterian Scotland for doing
so; and Bonnie Prince Charlie holding 'court' behind Ben Corridale on South
Uist. Including walks to suit all standards of fitness, this book is
beautifully illustrated with colour photographs. Walk Scotland is a must for
all would-be walkers and lovers of the Scottish countryside. Published April
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The Ultimate Guide to the Munros Volume 1: The Southern Highlands, Ralph Storer - 'The Ultimate Guide to The Munros' is a guidebook with a difference. Rather than telling the reader which are the 'best' routes, it describes all practicable
ascent routes up all the Munros, and rates them in terms of difficulty and quality (using comprehensive grading systems). This enables the reader to make his/her own choices from a range of route options. Providing everything a prospective hill walker could want, 'The Ultimate Guide to the Munros' also makes extensive use of annotated digital photographs and OS maps and includes everything about a route from the amount of effort required to local
history, weather conditions and the best tea-rooms in the vicinity. Published Nov 08 |
The Ultimate Guide to the Munros Vol 2, Ralph
Storer - Volume 2 of The Ultimate Guide to the Munros series takes a tour of
all the Munros of the rugged scenery of the southern Central Highlands. The
Central Highlands area is the smallest of the six regions covered in the
series, but is packed with more Munros than any other so many that this area
has been split into two books, Central Highlands South including Glen Coe
and Central Highlands North including the Nevis Range. Volume 2 covers
routes from the startling arrowhead peak of Buachaille Etive Mor, to the
thrilling Aonach Eagach ridge. With all the features which made Volume 1 so
popular, full colour maps and photographs throughout, details of all the
practicable ascents up all the Munros and a comprehensive grading system,
this is a must for hillwalkers. Published November 09.
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The Ultimate Guide to the Munros Vol 3, Ralph Storer - Volume 3 of The Ultimate Guide to the Munros explores the dramatic landscape of the Northern Central Highlands. The Central Highlands area is the smallest of the six regions covered in the series,
but is packed with more Munros than any other - so many that this area has been split into two books, Central Highlands South including Glen Coe and Central Highlands North including the Nevis Range. Volume 3 covers routes around Fort William, Inverness and Perth among many others, travelling along great changing landscape, from Loch Linnhe to the Great Ben Nevis. With all the features which made Volume 1 and 2 so popular, full colour maps and
photographs throughout, details of all the practicable ascents up all the Munros and a comprehensive grading system, this is a must for hillwalkers. Published November 10. 
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The Big Walks of the North, David Bathurst - From the Great Glen Way to the Coast to Coast Path, there is no better way to discover the spectacular diversity of northern Britain’s landscape than on foot. Whether you enjoy exploring green and gently rolling dales or tackling rugged mountain paths, there are walks here
to keep you rambling all year round. An indefatigable walker, David Bathurst has unlaced his boots to produce this invaluable and definitive companion to the ten best-loved long-distance footpaths in the north of Britain, with each split into manageable sections. Combining practical, detailed descriptions with an appreciation of the beauty and history of the British countryside, this in an indispensable guide for both experienced and novice walkers
alike. Published March 10 
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Scotland's Best Small Mountains, Kirstie Shirra - Many of Scotland's
finest mountains are neglected by walkers, purely because they lack a few
metres in height. The aim of this new guidebook is to champion the best of
them, selected for character, location, views, historical significance,
technical difficulty or simply beauty. From the surreal and striking
landscape of The Storr in Skye, the pagan festivals of Ben Ledi in the
Trossachs and the imposing and technical ridges of Beinn Dearg Mor in the northwest, this guide is, in its own way, an antidote to Munro-bagging. Offering an opportunity to escape to mountains that are far less climbed, discover new peaks and new places, and find out more about the history of the landscape as you go, this book covers eight of Scotland's most scenic areas, from the Sutherland and the far north to the Borders. Wherever you are in
Scotland, and whatever your ability, there are great small mountains here for you to explore. The 30 ascents described are mainly circular with optional variations also suggested to give you the flexibility to extend or short cut as you wish, and all are illustrated with colour photographs and OS mapping. Published May 10.
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Frommer's Best Walking Trips in Scotland, Felicity Martin, Colin
Hutchinson, Patrick Thorne - Features beautiful day hikes that include small
towns only an hour or two from Edinburgh and Glasgow. The incredible scenery
and variety of the Borders region, with everything from half–day strolls to
the world–renowned 340 km Southern Upland Way. An array of easy walks that
combine castles, Speyside whisky, and coastal trails near Inverness and
Aberdeen. The magnificent coastline and forest walks of Galloway and some of
Scotland′s most famous, challenging, and spectacular routes through
Cairngorms National Park. The unspoiled wilderness and
postcard–perfect scenery of the Western Highlands and Skye . Published
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Hamish's Mountain Walk, Hamish Brown - Hamish Brown was the first
walker and climber to complete the Munros in a single round. By his own
rules he did it self-powered except where ferries were required and with the
aid of his trusty fold away bike. The year was 1974, and the roads of
Scotland carried only a fraction of the traffic they do today, windmill
farms were unheard of, crafting was more vibrant than it is today, and a
strong Scottish mountaineering tradition was already established. Four years
later Hamish s Mountain Walk appeared and was an immediate success,
inspiring not only climbers but also readers fascinated by the history,
geology, plant life and lore of one of Europe s most remote and unspoiled
regions. Many walkers and authors would follow in Hamish Brown s boot
prints, but none could bring the freshness and few could touch the depth of
knowledge and experience. Now the book returns, re-imagined in modern fonts,
with a new introduction and appendix and with two brilliant full colour
plate sections provided by the author from his photography over four
decades. This new volume is destined to further inspire and guide new
generations of hillwalkers about the Scottish hills in this new era. Published April 10. |
Scotland's Mountain Ridges,
Dan Bailey - Ridges are epic. Graceful carved walkways slung between
summits, twisted spines of stone - these can be the most beautiful of
mountain landforms. With elegant lines and giddy exposure, ridge climbs emit
a powerful siren call, drawing us out onto the rocks. Life on the edge has a
special quality, born of the contrast of empty space all around, and
intricate detail in close-up. The crests are strangely irresistible.
Scotland's ridges are among the finest mountaineering lines in the country,
every one a unique adventure. The variety of these routes reflects the
breadth of the mountain experience: a rich mix of summer scrambles,
technical rock and challenging winter climbs. This book covers both the
popular classics and some obscure gems, aiming to celebrate these thrilling
climbs as much as to document them. The chosen selection spans the grade
range, with routes to suit all levels of ability. Whether an earthbound
hillwalker or an accomplished climber, Scotland's ridges cannot fail to stir
your imagination. Published March 06
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AA 100 walks in Scotland - Enjoy the best of the Scottish countryside
with this compact, and easy-to-carry walking guide offering highlights of
Scotland, 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 may be shorter, depending on the hinterland.
Published January 10.
AA Walking in Scotland - Walking is one of Britain's favourite leisure
activities, and this comprehensive walking book for Scotland guides you
through the best places to walk in this exciting and vibrant country.
Discover sheltered sandy beaches, glistening lochs and dramatic mountain
scenery, explore richly diverse habitats and discover beauty spots best
known to the locals. Use the carefully planned routes and maps to really get
to know the areas and enjoy the superb photography, long after the mud has
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Lonely Planet Walking in Scotland,
Sandra Bardwell - This guide to Scotland shows readers how to discover the whole
Scottish experience on two feet, including city strolls, coastal ambles and
mountain hikes. It explores Scotland's flora and fauna as well as the myths
and mysteries, the castles and crags and the malts en route. Published March
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100 Walks in Scotland, AA Publishing - Containing over 100 mapped walks with
detailed information panels and concise and easy-to-follow walk directions,
this guide comes in a handy pocket-size format and includes details of
dog-friendly walks. Special features include: introductory "set the scene"
and highlights of the country's regional and topographical features;
information on footpath signing, countryside access, walking tips, dog
friendliness and safety guidelines; a focus on a particular feature or point
of interest for each route; and themed routes such as following in the
footsteps of the famous, wildlife, historic, spectacular or urban.
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Corbetts and other Scottish Hills, Scottish Mountaineering Club Hillwalker's
Guide - This book is an absolute must for anybody who loves the Scottish
hills. Clear route descriptions and maps make this another walkers bible.
Published Oct 02
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Scotland's Far West, 34 Selected Walks - Dennis Brook, Phil Hinchcliffe
- The allure of Mull, Morvem, Ardnamurchan and Ardgour is outstanding and
once you have seen them, you will want to visit Scotland's far west time
after time. Mull, Scotland's third largest isle, and for bard Dugold
MacPhail 'Of Isles the Fairest', has something for everyone. Those with
interests in archaeology, geology and history will be captivated;
naturalists will be fascinated by its flora and fauna; but its universal
magic is tranquillity, while affording you all the joys of walking in the
great outdoors. Across the narrow Sound of Mull, lies Morvern with Ardgour
and Ardnamurchan. Here the enchantment continues to develop. At its farthest
reaches, approached by a narrow road meandering through the finest scenery,
is the most westerly part of the British mainland, Ardnamurchan Point. Let
Scotland's far west enchant you! Published March 05
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Scotland's Far North,
Andy Walmsley - 62 mountain walks in Scotland's north-west peninsula,
covering Assynt and Coigach; the far north-west and Reay forest; and the
East (excluding north-eastern Caithness). Mostly day walks, with three
longer mountain traverses - Assynt Horseshoe, a Reay traverse and a long
ascent of Cranstackie. Published March 05
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Backpacker's Britain: Northern Scotland, Graham Uney
- The Highlands of Scotland are evocative of our great wilderness areas, and
here, in the Far North, even more so. Backpackers venturing into these
remote lands get a true sense of being away from it, and this book gives a
superb starting point for those wanting to explore this wonderful mountain
region. A total of 30 multi-day backpacking routes are described, taking you
along rugged coastlines from the Shetland Islands to the Rough Bounds of
Knoydart, and across mountain ridges from the northern tip of Skye to the
great trench of Glen Affric. Most of these routes take just two or three
days to complete, but for those wanting an even wilder experience a handful
of longer routes are also included. This book features 30 routes of two to
three days through the northern Highlands and Islands. It includes
Shetlands, Orkney, Hebrides, Skye, Torridon and Knoydart. It covers both
wild camping and bothy treks. Published July 06
Backpacker's Britain: Central and Southern
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The Grahams: A Guide to Scotland's 2,000 ft Peaks, Andrew Dempster - This
comprehensive guidebook describes the ascent of Scottish mountains between
2000 and 2500 feet, collectively known as the Grahams. There are 224 such
peaks scattered widely across the whole of the country, from Galloway to the
far north, and seven are on islands, including Harris and South Uist. They
range from the remote rocky outcrops challenging the serious, seasoned
hillwalker, to readily accessible hilltops for complete beginners. The book
points the way to what could be considered the ultimate challenge for those
who love Scotland's hills - the ascent of all 720 Munros, Corbetts and
Grahams. Published April 03
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Munros
and Tops, A Record-setting Walk in the Scottish
Highlands, Chris
Townsend - When Chris Townsend reached the
summit of Ben Hope in Sutherland, he walked his way into the record books.
After 118 days in which he had covered more than 1700 miles and climbed over
575,000 feet, he had completed the first single continuous journey of all
277 Munros and 240 Tops in the Scottish Highlands. This is the story of that
remarkable walk from the start on Ben More on the Isle of Mull through to
the finish, the equivalent of climbing Mount Everest 18 times. For the
author, the real enjoyment of the walk was not in counting up the summits or
the miles but in spending week after week in the hills and living in the
wilds. In "The Munros and Tops", Chris Townsend recalls the joys of
observing the birds and animals, the trees and flowers, the changing shapes
of the hills and the play of light on their slopes. He writes about the
complexities of route-finding and the challenge of rugged terrain and of
coping with often atrocious weather conditions. Published April 03
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Munro's Tables (Scottish Mountaineering Club Guides S.),
Sir Hugo Munro. Published Nov 97
Walking the Munros
Vol 1, Steve Kew - This first volume of a two-part series of guides to the Munros
covers the southern, central and western highlands, Glencoe, Lochaber and
Mull, and details 138 exciting and challenging routes on these mountains.
Published July 04
Walking the Munros
Vol 2 - This second volume of a two-part series of guides
to the Munros details routes to 146 Munros in the Cairngorms and northern
highlands (north of the Great Glen). Published July 04
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Hostile Habitats - Scotland's Mountain Environment: A
Hillwalkers' Guide to Wildlife and the Landscape, Mark Wrightham
- This is the first guide to
Scotland's mountain fauna, flora and landscape written for hillwalkers.
"Hostile Habitats - Scotland's Mountain Environment", takes an in-depth look
at the upland environment of the hillwalker and outdoor enthusiast, with
chapters and identification sections on climate, geology, landscape, plants,
animals, birds, insects, human influences and conservation. It is compiled
and edited by some of the country's leading experts in their fields. The
definitive hillwalkers' guide to the natural history of Scotland's Mountains
and the first book of its kind, written by leading experts in their fields. Published July 06
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Munro & Corbett
Chart, Harvey folded - Lists all 3000' Munros, 2,500'
Corbetts, and 2000' Grahams and Donalds. Skye is shown in an enlarged
insert. THE ORIGINAL BESTSELLER. Published Oct 97.
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The Scottish Peaks Poucher Guide - W. A. Poucher's guides, first
published in the 1960s, have become classics. They are some of the most
popular books for fellwalkers, climbers and scramblers ever published. They
are packed with guidance on clothing, equipment, accommodation, route
finding, distances and times, all in an attractive pocket-sized format to
slip into your rucksack. Aspiring landscape photographers will find a
chapter of essential tips in each book to help them too. Since the author's
death in 1988, the guides have been updated in consultation with John
Poucher, the author's son. Frances Lincoln took over publication of W. A.
Poucher's guides from Constable in 2004. Published Oct 05
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NOT The West Highland Way, Robert Turnbull - The West Highland Way from Glasgow to Fort William is one of the finest UK long distance paths, but it runs close to a busy main road and avoids the mountain tops. NOT The West Highland Way offers mountain alternatives to all but one of the WH Way stages, 5 one-day hill circuits, 2 two-day warm-up trips and 3 extended diversions off the Way, this book intends to do better. Published September 10.
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Scottish Coast to Coast Walk,
Brian Smailes - The long awaited Scottish route from Oban in the west to St.
Andrews. Information given includes B&Bs, campsites and detailed route
descriptions with sketch maps. Published March 00
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At The Edge: Walking the Atlantic Coast of Ireland and Scotland, 1905207220 April 09, Joseph Murphy -
AT THE EDGE tells the story of a 1500
kilometre walk from the southwest corner of Ireland to the northwest corner of Scotland. By following the Atlantic coast all the way, Joseph links the most vibrant Gaelic communities. Reflections on identity, culture and sustainability, and use of Gaelic in the text, make this a unique and memorable book. Published April 09
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National Trails: The National Trails of England,
Scotland and Wales, Paddy Dillon -
National Trails were established as part of the post-war programme to keep
areas of Britain "special" and to protect them from development. The first
such route, the Pennine Way, opened in 1965, and since then another 14
have been designated in England and Wales, with a further 4 in Scotland.
Together, the National Trails cover well over 5000 kilometres (3100
miles), each one with unique qualities which explore the rich, scenic and
historic countryside of Britain. Even the most dedicated long-distance
walker would take over 200 days to walk them all, but most are happy to
explore them one after another over several annual holidays. With its
route descriptions, photographs and profiles, this book is not only an
invaluable reference for anyone researching our National Trails, but is in
itself a celebration of these wonderful routes across Britain's landscape.
Paddy Dillon has walked all the National Trails twice, and keeps abreast
of all the latest developments. Published Oct 07
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100 Best Scottish Mountain Routes, Ralph Storer
- From gentle afternoon strolls to challenging scrambles in remote mountain
sanctuaries, this revised and updated guide covers walks in the Scottish
highlands. All walks are circular and accessible by road. No rock climbing
is involved and the routes, each including a peak over 2000 feet, have been
selected by an experienced Scottish walker. All Highland regions are
included and each walk can be completed in a day. Maps and information about
difficulty rating, type of terrain and conditions in adverse weather is
provided. Published March 97
50 Classic Routes on Scottish Mountains, Ralph Storer -
Similar grading grids used as to Storer's
bestselling 100 Best Routes on Scottish Mountains. This book
selects locations across the Highlands to provide 50 classic routes. These
are then graded so the walker can easily choose his/her route according to
his or her ability and experience. Published June 05 |
Scotland Highlands and Islands, Colin Hutchinson and Alan Murphy - When
the rain stops falling and the mist clears there is no more beautiful place
on Earth than the Scottish Highlands and Islands, Europe's last great
wilderness. Hailed as the best guidebook to the region, Footprint's
"Scotland Highlands and Islands" gives you everything you need to get the
most out of your trip; the loveliest glens and lochs, the spookiest places,
the most evocative castles and most glorious beaches are all here, along
with the best places to stay and eat and where to enjoy a wee dram of your
favourite malt whisky. You can get off the beaten track and discover
Europe's last great wilderness, with jaw-dropping scenery, including
national parks, mountains, castles, glens and lochs. There are accommodation
listings aplenty, B&Bs, bothies and baronial castles. It includes fantastic
mapping to help you navigate your way around the vibrant cities, stunning
highlands and literally hundreds of islands this beautiful country has to
offer. Published March 09.
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On the Trail of the Real McBeth, King of Alba, Cameron
Taylor and Alistair Murray - The iconic character, Shakespeare's Macbeth, is
one of the best known in the English language, but few know that he was a real
person with his own story off stage. Macbeth was not the monstrous caricature
created by Shakespeare; he was a real man who was born in Moray, part of the
Kingdom of Alba, in the early 11th century. From early childhood Macbeth
fought real-life treachery to protect his birthright to the throne and ruled
successfully from 1040 to 1057. Travel what is now Scotland with a touring
itinerary as you follow "On the Trail of the Real Macbeth, King of Alba".
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The High Mountains Companion: A Guide for Mountain Walkers - the Munro's, Tops and other
3,00ft peaks, Irvine Butterfield - For
keen mountain walkers, this differentiates itself from other guidebooks by
describing a range of ascent strategies. For anyone interested in mountain
walking throughout the British Isles - a balance between a practical
guidebook and something to inspire from the armchair.
Published June 04
The Condensed Version
- This condensed Companion also contains up to date stalking information
provided in collaboration with The Mountaineering Council of Scotland -
important as a number of estates are under new ownership. Bunkhouses for
mountain walkers are also listed. Published June 04 |
Mountain Days and Bothy Nights, Dave Brown and Ian Mitchell - A classic of mountain writing and still in demand over ten years after its first publication, this book takes
you to the little places of big importance along one mountain-climber's trail. Fishgut Mac, Desperate Dan, Stumpy and the Big Yin stalk hill and pub, escaping from gamekeepers, staying awake sleeping in bothies (Scottish mountain cabins). Ideal for nostalgic climbers, this book is by two well-known experts who write in an easy philosophical style. A volume that will interest anyone who likes the outdoors and appreciates communal living in the
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The Call of the Corbetts, Irvine Butterfield -
Irvine Butterfield has drawn together a
breathtaking collection of photographs, capturing the essence of these
mountains to create a wonderful record of every Corbett in Scotland. The
broad geographical spread of the Corbetts takes the hillwalker into some of
the finest and most remote scenery in Scotland, such as the Isles of Harris,
Rum and Jura, the wilderness of Ardgour and the broad slopes above Moffat in
the borders. Butterfield gives a lively and fascinating description of each
Corbett, identifying the key features for the walker. Limited availability. Published April 07
Corbett Tops and Corbetteers: TACit
Tables Complete, Up-to-date Lists of
Hills (TACit Tables) Limited availability. Published Sept 99
History in the Hills: Walks in the Corbetts and Donalds,
John Galloway Wallace. Published Oct 00. Limited availability. |
Rock Climbing in Scotland, Kevin Howett
- More than five hundred routes, all checked, graded and described pitch by
pitch. Illustrations - detailed crag diagrams or topographical photographs -
make the climbs easy to locate and follow. Each chapter contains a section
of information about access, local transport and accommodation. Frances
Lincoln took over publication of these highly successful rock climbing
guides from Constable in 2004. Published April 04 |
Gurkha Highlander: Walking Mallaig
to Stonehaven, Neil Griffiths - Four weeks of
numb feet following a 340 kilometre trek along the Southern Upland Way with
four Gurkhas was not enough to dampen Neil Griffiths' enthusiasm for
coast-to-coast walking. Gurkha Highlander describes his second cross-country
walk but this time on a new route and with different companions. Neil and
five serving Gurkhas set off from the west-coast fishing port of Mallaig on
the Sound of Sleat near Skye to march 320 kilometres to Stonehaven south of
Aberdeen on the east coast. This formidable trek took them to some of
Scotland's most stunning scenery: from the Rough Bounds of Knoydart, through
the heart of the Highlands, across the Cairngorms, over Lochnagar and on to
the sweeping farmscapes of Kincardine. Neil's colourful, and at times
hilarious, account of one of the country's great walks is interspersed with
little known but curious facts of Scottish and Gurkha history. Published Aug
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The Munro Almanac, Cameron McNeish - This comprehensive guide to all of Scotland's Munros
details the 277 peaks and their localities. Gaelic pronunciation, height,
climbing routes with times for both ascent and descent, OS references and
difficulty rating are included. A height index is also included at the back
of the book. Maps and photographs illustrate this 30-region approach with
hints on where to stay and how best to tackle these 3000 ft plus peaks.
Limited availability. Published May 98 |
The Corbett Almanac, Cameron McNeish - The author details the
220 Corbetts which exist in Scotland. These hills between 2500 and 2999 feet
high are amongst the most popular and accessible since they are often a good
afternoon's exercise as opposed to the generally more testing and trying
Munros which are frequently situated in more extreme terrain. The book
covers Scotland on a regional basis, usually around a town which is well
suited to accommodating hillwalkers. Gaelic pronunciations are given with
Ordnance Survey references, ascent and descent times, maps and stalking
information. Limited availability. Published May 99 |
The Munros, Scotland's Highest Mountains, Cameron McNeish - This book is
unbelievable value. It is a glossy coffee-table combining beautiful
photographs taken at all times of year with text and diagrams showing the
recommended routes up all 284 munros. This book is essential to anyone who
has ever walked in Scotland and will definitely tempt you to walk some more.
Buyer Review. Hardback. Limited availability. Published Sept 06.
Paperback version Limited availability. Published May 98
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Scotlands 100 Best Walks, Cameron McNeish
- This is a guide to Scotland's best walks. From mountain, glen, drove road
and seashore each walk is graded for length and difficulty. It is an
essential guide for anyone who enjoys walking and for anyone with an
interest in rural Scotland. Limited availability. Published Sept 99
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Family Walks in Scotland, Colin Hogarth. - The In Pinn and
walkscotland.com have joined forces to present 100 family walks in Scotland.
These have been chosen in all areas of the country and for all abilities.
Each walk has a unique URL, printed in the book, which allows readers to
link directly to route cards and walk details on the site. Limited
availability. Published Sept 02
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Exploring Scottish Hill Tracks, Ralph Storer -
For walkers and
mountain bikers, this book describes twenty tracks, ranging from short
circuits to longer, more challenging expeditions. Contents:
The West Highland Way, the Gaick, Comyn's Road,
the Minigaig, Glen Tilt, East of Tilt, Glen Geldie and Glen Feshie, around
Speyside, the Lairig Ghru, the Laiarig an Laoigh, the Braes of Abernethy,
Glen Avon, the Bealach Dearg, Donside and Gairnside,
the Thieves' Road, the Corrieyairack Pass, the Great Glen and Glen Spean,
across Glen Moriston, Glen Affric. Limited availability. Published April 94 |
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Scottish Winter Climbs, Andy Nisbet
(Scottish Mountaineering Club Climbers Guides) Limited
availability. Published Jan 96
Footpaths of Scotland,
A Fully Illustrated Guide to Over 30 of the Most Beautiful Walks in
Scotland, John Chalmers and Derek Storey. Limited availability. Published July 03
The Grahams and the New Donalds,
Complete Up-to-date Lists of Hills (Tacit Tables) Limited
availability. Published
April 99 |
Scottish Hill Tracks, Scottish Rights of Way Society -
An up to date guide to the rights of way in Scotland's high
countryside. An invaluable source
of information for hundreds of walkers in Scotland's high countryside. This
new edition, revised by Donald Bennet and Cliff Stone with the invaluable
help of many active members of the Society, brings it up to date. A map of
Scotland adapted for this book by John Bartholomew shows the 350 routes
described and graphically illustrates the wealth of long-distance
cross-country walks across the hills and moors of Scotland. 32 colour
photographs further illustrate the great variety of landscape and the hills
through which these routes go. Limited availability.
Published Nov 04
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The Border Line,
Eric Robson - Ever since the Roman emperor Hadrian built the first frontier
in AD 120, the border area between England and Scotland has been a highly
disputed territory, its history characterized by raids, uneasy treaties and
a distinctive culture, neither wholly English or wholly Scottish. The
broadcaster Eric Robson walks the modern border line, starting at the Solway
Firth and covering more than a hundred miles to Berwick on Tweed, describing
points of interest along the way, recounting episodes from the region's
colourful history, describing some of his adventures, discoursing on the
unique character of the landscape and the people and reminiscing about his
life in broadcasting. This rich compendium of history and anecdote will
appeal to anyone with an interest in this little-known part of Britain.
Limited availability. Published April 06
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Walk of the Week: 52 Walks Around Scotland, Glen McBeth, Peter Evans, James MacDonald - From the top of Ben Nevis in the rugged west, to the gentler seascape of the Fife Coast in the east, and from the vast open emptiness of the far north to the rolling hills of the Borders, Scotland's scenic variety
is truly amazing. This diversity is reflected in the wide range of walks described in this book, which will appeal to both families wanting a ramble and experienced hill walkers. The route for each walk is described in full and illustrated by Glen McBeth's quirky and amusing drawings. The history, folklore and geography of the surrounding landscape are also explored. Based on the popular series in Scotland on Sunday, the guide advises which maps to
use, as well as the distance, difficulty rating and the best gear to wear for each walk. Limited availability. Published Nov 04
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Walk of the Week 2: 52 more walks around Scotland - Following on from
the bestselling success of Walk of the Week comes a second volume. One again
illustrated with Glen McBeth's quirky picture maps, and full of
extraordinary facts and tales from history, it is a book to entertain as
well as a practical guide to more of the authors' favourite walks. With some
of the most beautiful routes of Scotland's glens and hills, cities and
seashores, this fantastic collection is a must–have companion, whether for
the seasoned walker or a family looking for a great day out. Limited availability. Published Oct
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MORE MAPS
3000 Plus: Essential Munro Map, Gordon Henderson
- the most comprehensive,
full-colour map of Scotland's 3000ft mountains available today, clearly
showing the location of all 511 summits - an invaluable tool for outdoor
enthusiasts to plan their next ascent and track their progress. First
published in 1980, this is the 6th edition, fully revised, updated and
redesigned. It depicts all 511 Munro Mountains and Tops, including the 90
peaks - such as the recently reclassified summits of Beinn a' Chroin near
Balquhidder - demoted from Munro status since the first tables of 1891.
New to this edition of "3000 PLUS" is the inclusion of mountain profiles
which provide an instantly recognisable silhouette of the mountain ranges
and their relative positions. Also new are layer tints to highlight the
relief of Scotland's rugged mountain landscape and the geographical
distribution of all summits. Also, for the first time, this edition comes
with a glossy protective card cover. Further information includes road,
rail and sea routes; hostels and bothies; Outdoor Training Centres;
relevant OS 1:50,000 Landranger maps; and, a simple co-ordinate reference
system to relate the Munros to the map and vice versa and information
about The Mountain Rescue Committee of Scotland.
It features: most comprehensive map of the Munros available;
definitive list of all summits past and present since 1891; mountain
profiles; and, relief by layer colouring. It is designed by a hillwalker
for hillwalkers. Published March 09
Michelin Map 501:
Scotland (Michelin Regional Map) Published April 03
Munro Map, Colin Baxter -
3-D shaded relief map showing the
location of all 284 Munros. Scale 1:570,000. Published March 07
The Munro Map,
Collins - A guide to the
284 Munros in Scotland Limited availability. Published May 98 |
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