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Complete with full-colour maps and photographs, Canal Walks is the brilliant accompaniment by seasoned stomper Julia Bradbury to her fascinating four-part BBC television series. Perfect for exploring Britain's canals and towpath trails, this interesting book features four of the very best walks around the stunning locks, bridges, aqueducts and tunnels in the UK. Connecting towns and cities for centuries, canal routes offer a wealth of historical insight into the country's heritage as well tracking some of Britain's finest scenery. Covering walks in the Highlands, North Wales, Birmingham and Bath, Julia navigates and expertly guides readers along just a handful of stunning restored canals by foot, breaking each walk into sections and handily specifying the distance of each.

Otter Country is Miriam Darlington's account of her year spent travelling around Britain in search of wild otters. From her home in Devon to the wilds of Scotland, Cumbria, Wales, Northumberland, Cornwall and Somerset, the book follows Darlington's search through different landscapes, seasons, weather and light as she tries to track down one of British nature's most elusive animals. Along the way, she meets otter experts, conservationists, ecologists, fishermen and many more. Beautifully written and perfect for nature lovers, the magnificently absorbing prose is complemented by wonderful line-drawing illustrations.

Fully revised and updated for 2013, this edition of Philip's Multiscale Europe is an indispensable atlas for anyone planning on driving in Europe. With large-scale detailed approach maps and city centre plans as well as country-by-country driving regulations, it will help you navigate safely and accurately through unknown territory. Published in a spiral A4 format, the maps cover the whole of Europe, including western Russia and Turkey and also feature scenic routes, theme parks and World Heritage sites. The maps also highlight towns with low-emission zones and show motorway services and parking areas.

From soaring mountains to windswept coastlines, Bikers' Britain: Great Motorbike Rides provides riders with a wide range of motorcycling routes to try throughout Britain. Designed in a wiro-bound format so that it can easily fit into a motorcycle tank bag, the book, written by RiDE magazine's deputy editor Simon Weir, describes, reviews and rates a number of roads and offers clear and detailed maps of the routes too. Covering the whole country, the book also provides information on biker-friendly places to stay as well as practical advice on preparing for a trip, including information on clothing, safety and bike maintenance.

Not only is Britain an island, but it also rejoices in hundreds of islands of its own and Dixe Wills' Tiny Islands: 60 Remarkable Little Worlds Around Britain is a book that celebrates them. From islands off the coast to those that are situated in lakes, lochs and rivers, each one is accessible to the public and they all have a captivating story to tell. With over 60 islands from in and around Britain featured throughout the hardback, each with its own hand-drawn map, there are a number of descriptions, reviews, maps and photographs to pore over.

A delightful way to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Ramblers charity that has helped to make walking in the British countryside safe and accessible for so many years, Ramblers Best Walks Britain is a splendid hardback guide. Filled with vibrant photography and handy maps, this book features the best 75 walks to be found in Britain as chosen by the Ramblers. With walks of every length and difficulty, there is something for everyone and there are few better ways to get to know the beauty of greenest Britain.

All eyes were on London during summer 2012 and this fascinating book gives a fresh, bold and contemporary panoramic view of this incredible and fascinating metropolis. Including voices from all over Britain's capital, rich and poor, native and immigrant, male and female, Craig Taylor (journalist, playwright and writer) explores the hidden corners of the city and listens to its residents. Featuring vivid voices, extraordinary storytelling and an emotive picture of London, from landmarks to corner shops to the underground, this book is a rich, dynamic and diverse portrait of 21st century London.

Accompanying Julia's Bradbury's hit BBC series, Railway Walks traces six spectacular old railway lines through the UK and documents in an easy-to-digest way how the rise and fall of these lines has impacted their surrounding communities and beyond. Strolling through overgrown cuttings and over ancient viaducts, Julia enjoys some of the very best old branchlines that are now treasured stomping grounds for ramblers and hikers. Including routes in Cornwall, Derbyshire, Perthshire, Snowdonia, Speyside and Weymouth, the book features colour maps, breaks down each walk into manageable sections and includes stunning photographs. Clearly written with sites to look out for along the way and interesting historical details that can be enjoyed as you walk, this is a great resource for keen walkers looking to explore more of the UK!

There's no better way to explore the natural beauty of northern Britain than on foot. From Hadrian's Wall Path to the Coast to Coast Path, avid and devoted walker David Bathurst takes readers through ten of the best-loved long-distance footpaths of the north in this informative and interesting guide. Ranging in difficulty from green and gently rolling dales to more adventurous rugged mountain paths, this comprehensive companion to exploring the north is ideal for both experienced and novice walkers. Each path in The Big Walks of the North is split into manageable sections and even recommends historical and geographical areas of interest close to the path's route, from ancient burial mounds to detail on flora and fauna. An invaluable resource for any and every kind of walker.

The AA's 30 Walks in Derbyshire contains individually laminated, durable and weather-resistant cards covering popular walks and also comes in a handy presentation box. Small enough to fit in your pocket, each card features a map and useful information including the level of difficulty, distance, time, dog friendliness and public amenities available en route. These cards are perfect for letting both experienced hikers and Sunday afternoon walkers discover and explore the beauty of Britain on foot!

Explore the world with Lonely Planet's Great Journeys, a huge and beautiful book that offers inspiration and practical advice on travelling the world's most spectacular routes. With stunning photography and informative text, this giant hardback book will help you plan the journey of a lifetime! With useful information and advice from Lonely Planet's experts, the book features the likes of the Inca Trail, the Great Wall of China and the Haute Pyrenean Route and the thematic coverage also includes famous literary journeys, great walks, classic rail journeys and much more!

Featuring 30 of the most popular walks throughout the Scottish Highlands and Islands, this is a collection of cards perfect for keen walkers, ramblers, residents and visitors to the area. Stored in a handy weather-proof and durable box, each card contains a clear map and step-by-step route directions for a famous walk in the area. With walks for all levels of abilities and fitness, the cards are just the right size to be stowed away in a pocket or handbag too.

Anyone who has visited the Lake District will know it is home to some of Britain's most beautiful views and some awe-inspiring nature. This book features approximately 150 detailed historic photographs from the Francis Frith Collection and many are complemented by extended captions, as well as a full introduction. This book will appeal highly to tourists, residents and local historians, as well as more general readers.

Philip's Compact Atlas of Britain is the ideal atlas to help you keep track of where you are and where you are going. Coming in a handy compact size, the maps featured on the 287 pages clearly mark service areas, roundabouts, multi-level junctions and speed-camera locations. The book also distinguishes between roads above and below 4 metres wide in rural areas, something that will come in very useful for drivers of wide vehicles. Scenic routes are highlighted for leisure users and the maps show upland and highland areas as well as National and Forest Parks, and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

"Walking London" is the essential companion for any urban explorer - visitor or native - committed to discovering the true heart of one of the world's greatest capital cities. In 30 original walks, distinguished historian Andrew Duncan reveals miles of London's endlessly surprising landscape. From wild heathland to formal gardens, cobbled mews to elegant squares and arcades, bustling markets to tranquil villages - Duncan reveals the pick of the famous sights, but also steers walkers off the tourist track and into the city's hidden corners. Handsomely illustrated with specially commissioned colour photographs and complete route maps, the book provides full details of addresses, opening times and the best bars and restaurants to visit en route.

Compiled by Julian Holland and David Spaven, Britain's Scenic Railways will help you discover over 50 scenic railway routes throughout England, Scotland and Wales. It will give any train fan the chance to explore the hidden treasures of Britain's rail network and its fascinating heritage railways. From the Cornish Riviera Express to the West Highland Line, this beautiful hardback gives a unique insight into the very best of British rail travel. With detailed text on the history, geography and present-day operations of the lines, all complemented by a selection of quality photographs, this is the ideal armchair guide for any railway aficionado.