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LONG DISTANCE PATHS RUNNING THROUGH THE
REGION ARE HIGHLIGHTED IN WHITE
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Walking the Cheviots: Classic Circular Routes, Classic Circular Routes, Edward Baker - The walks in this guide provide an excellent introduction to the Cheviots, for weekend family walkers and experienced hill walkers. Each route contains details of the natural history, geology and archaeology of the area within the descriptive text.
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Discover the Cheviot Hills, Tony Hopkins - The Cheviot Hills have always been a borderland - the wild and woolly frontier between England and Scotland, and the home for over 300 years of the fearsome Border reivers. But, as this beautiful book by Tony Hopkins shows, they are also a region of great beauty and historical interest. His magnificent photographs show the Cheviots in all their moods, from the harsh snows of winter through to the clear blue skies of summer. The text is also illuminated by Tony's own watercolour illustrations of the special plants, birds and animals which make the Cheviots a naturalist's paradise. The author takes the reader on a fascinating journey of discovery through the internationally-important prehistoric landscapes of the Cheviots, through to the highest hills and valleys, taking in the long-running Border conflicts, wildlife and walking, along the way. |
Southern Uplands, Nick Williams - Pocket Mountains - This guide contains 40 circular routes in the Southern Uplands. Each route in this guide is accompanied by a full colour photograph, contoured map and additional facts about the history, geology and wildlife of the area. Covers The Galloway Hills, Lowther and Moffat Hills, Clyde and Tweed, Edinburgh and Lothian, Cheviot and Langholm Hills.
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| Border Pubs & Inns - A Walker's Guide, Alan Hall - 53 short walks based around pubs and inns, complete with details of food, beers, access for children etc. |
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Walks: The Scottish Borders, Peter Jackson -
A range of walks in the Lammermuir, Moorfoot and Tweedsmuir Hills, with full
colour photographs and maps. The walks range in length from 2 to 11 miles.
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Walking with Wanderer: Exploring the Hills around Langholm, Alex Carruthers.
Price £6.95
Walks in the Cheviot Hills, J Williams. |
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The Border Country - A Walker's Guide, Alan Hall - Contains 50 walks in the
Border hills and Southern Uplands of Scotland. The text is clearly
illustrated with maps and photographs for each walk and provides a full
introduction and identification of sites of historical and natural interest.
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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.
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The Southern Upland Way,
Anthony Burton - A Recreational Path Guide to the Southern
Upland Way which crosses Scotland from coast to coast. Features include
1:25000 Ordnance Survey maps for each section of the route, information and
advice on public transport, details of Tourist Information offices, and a
list of walkers organizations.
For More on The Southern Upland Way - See Long Distance Paths
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One Hundred Countryside Walks around Edinburgh, Derek Storey
- This comprehensive guide to countryside walks covers a range of 45 miles
around Edinburgh. One hundred routes are presented, each fully described and
accompanied by a sketched map. The book offers: guidance on walks suitable
for every ability and inclination; details on varied terrain - hills,
coasts, wooded glens, river valleys and open farmland; information on
distances to be walked, amount of climbing, distances from Edinburgh, map
references, places to park and, where practicable, public transport; and
hints on clothing, equipment, weather, safety and access.
The Pentland Hills: A Walker's Guide, Sue Falconer - The Pentland Hills are a popular, easily accessible upland range located to the southwest of Edinburgh. As a destination for hillwalkers, cyclists and those wishing to enjoy the outdoors, the Pentlands are well known to those from Edinburgh and the Lothians. They are perhaps less visited or overlooked by those from further afield. Once discovered and explored, this hill range offers the visitor a variety of experiences from an undulating ridge walk to a stroll beside the quiet waters of a reservoir. This diversity of landscape and landform is reflected in the rich natural and cultural heritage found throughout the hills. Uncover the fascinating archaeology of the hills, discover their hidden wildlife and how they inspired the likes of Robert Louis Stevenson, and unfold the best views all in the knowledgeable and enthusiastic company of a Countryside Ranger. It includes 30 selected walks for all to enjoy. The author is a Countryside Ranger for the Pentland Hills Ranger Service. Published March 2007 |
Pathfinder Guide: Edinburgh and Lothians - Jarrold Publishing continues its bestselling series of
Pathfinder walking guides with this new title. This Pathfinder guide covers
Scotland's beautiful capital city and the surrounding area - a region of
varying landscapes, which includes coastline, moorland, rural countryside
which is reminiscent of the gentle scenery of the Borders, and hillwalks
that afford fantastic views. The 28 walks in this title will enable the
walker to enjoy the very best of the Lothian region, from the charming
stroll through Edinburgh's Old and New Towns and the bracing ascent of
Arthur's Seat, to North Berwick Law, with its fine views over the Bass Rock
and the Firth of Forth to the idyllic River Almond. The routes feature many
of the most exciting and unusual historical and geological highlights of the
area - the Lammermuir Hills, Roslin Glen, Gamalshiel Castle, the Pentland
Ridge and the Forth Bridges. Each walk is devised with an easy-to-follow
route description, fascinating background and historical detail and
recommendations for points of interest and highlights. The colour maps,
specially supplied by the Ordnance Survey, are clearly detailed with the
route and markers corresponding to the description in the text. With three
grades of walk - easy, moderate and challenging - information on parking and
refreshments, practical advice on walking, and information on local
organisations, this guide is ideal for locals and holidaymakers, or keen
walkers eager to explore the area.
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Battlefield Walks, Northumbria and The Scottish Borders,
Brian Conduit -
History comes to life when walking around these ancient battlefield sites –
especially when combined with the attractive countryside of Northumbria and
the Scottish Borders.
Historian, experienced walker and author Brian Conduit, has produced a
collection of 22 walks describing military engagements covering the most
important battlefield sites in this wild region and beautiful part of
Britain. Many have features of interest nearby – ruined castles, old
churches, abbeys and Roman sites – to add to the interest and enjoyment of
the visit.
The walks feature military events spanning almost 2000 years of history: the
building of Hadrian’s Wall – the grandest military monument in the whole of
Britain; the Viking raid on Lindisfarne in 793 – the first recorded on these
shores; sieges of the two greatest border strongholds, Carlisle and
Berwick-upon-Tweed; the fates of abbeys on both sides of the border when
caught up in the incessant warfare; and in more recent times, a surprise
attack by the German navy on the east coast of England at the start of World
War I. Brian Conduit, although born and brought up in the Midlands, has
travelled and walked extensively throughout Northumbria and the Scottish
Borders.
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Walks in Edinburgh's Old Town,
Michael & Elspeth Wills - A guide to the densely packed buildings, closes
and nooks and crannies of the historic Old Town of Edinburgh. Ten carefully
planned walks take you into the city’s colourful past and its vibrant
present. Contains a wealth of historical background information in a handy
pocket format. Fully revised to take into account new developments in the
area.
Also: Walks in Edinburgh's New Town A Guided Walk Round Edinburgh, John Pearson. |
One Hundred Hill Walks around Edinburgh,
John Chalmers & Derek Storey - A detailed map of every walk comes complete
with Ordnance Survey references, making the guides both highly informative
and simple to use.
Old Edinburgh - a Walk Through History, Maxwell James Wright. - This is a wonderfully concise book based upon his extensive knowledge of the Old Town. Guiding the reader around a single walk through the cobbled streets and alleyways of the Royal Mile,it is particularly aimed at the first time visitor with its mix of historical and architectural insights, charmingly illustrated by the author - Buyer Review. Capital Walks in Edinburgh: The New Town, David Dick - This walking guide to the New Town is also a history book which details over 50 places and points of interest along three walking routes. Historical biographies of places such as Charlotte Square, the Scottish National Portrait Gallery and Calton Hill are included. |
Northumberland, the Borders and Hadrian's
Wall Pathfinder Guide -
28 varied routes from easy strolls to exhilarating hikes - 8
short walks (3 - 7½ miles), 12 moderate (5 - 9½ miles) and 8 more
challenging (6½ - 12 miles). Distance, timing, refreshment stops and advice
included. Clear OS mapping at 1:25,000 scale. Includes Kielder Water,
Craster, Simonside, Hadrian's Wall, Windy Gyle, Loch Skeen, Hartside, Kirk
Yetholm, Howick, Traquair and Harthope Valley.
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Walks in the
Lammermuirs, with Moorfoots, Broughton Heights and Cutler Hills, Alan Hall -
Running north and west of the River Tweed, the Lammermuirs, Moorfoot, Cloich,
Broughton Heights and Culter hills - unknown by many, unwalked by most,
provide the hill walker with a stimulating, rewarding and scenically
satisfying challenge. This book covers 44 walks in these hills near
Edinburgh.
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Walks Edinburgh, Midlothian and West Lothian, Richard Hallewell. Walks East Lothian, Richard Hallewell. Short Walks - Edinburgh, 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. |
50 Walks in
Edinburgh & Eastern Scotland - A variety of mostly mapped walks to
suit both the casual walker and the more serious hiker are contained in this
illustrated guide. Detailed maps include information on the route - scenery,
distance, terrain, places of interest - together with dog-friendly walks.
Special features include: an introductory location map indicating the
starting point of every walk; a summary of distance, time, gradient, level
of difficulty, type of surface and access, landscape, dog friendliness,
parking and public toilets; places to visit along the way; refreshment
information; and a "what to look for" panel featuring more specific detail
of urban and industrial heritage, flora and fauna.
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| 25 Walks: Edinburgh & Lothian, Roger Smith - Mercat Press walking books are practical guides and attractive souvenirs. Written by experienced authors, they can be used with confidence. The carefully selected walks are accompanied by easy-to-use maps and colour photographs. The unique location of Edinburgh ensures an exhilirating variety of walks. Within the city itself, the Old and New Towns are full of fascinating corners to explore, and Arthur's Seat and Holyrood Park provide a rural space for the city walker. The whole of the Water of Leith Walkway is covered in this book and there are easy and enjoyable routes by the Firth of Forth and along the towpath of the Union Canal. More rugged walking can be sampled in the Pentland Hills, and there are excursions to outlying attractions such as Linlithgow Palace, North Berwick Law and the haunting and mysterious Rosslyn Chapel. |
Walks Around Falkirk and Bo'ness,
Eight easy to follow walks, John Dickson.
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St Cuthbert's Way Official Guide, Melrose to Lindisfarne,
Roger Smith & Ron Shaw - Visiting a number of places closely associated with
the saint's life, this newly developed walk is full of historical interest
and natural beauty. St Cuthbert is said to have started his ministry in
Melrose in the Scottish Borders and finished in Holy Island, and today's
pilgrims will link these places by a route which culminates in the Holy
Island causeway at Beal.
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MORE MAPS Edinburgh and Lothians (Official Tourist Map. Cheviot Hills (Superwalker S.), Harvey
Walkers Map: Western Cheviots, Harvey Eastern Cheviots (Walker's Map S.) Harvey Pentland Hills (Superwalker), Harvey
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