Walking the County High Points of England Guidebook

by: David Bathurst
From Dark Peak on the Pennine Way in Derbyshire to the misty Malverns in Worcestershire and Milk Hill on the Mid-Wilts Way, walking the county high points provides the perfect opportunity for ramblers to experience the English countryside atop its many captivating summits. An indefatigable walker, David Bathurst has unlaced his boots to produce this unique companion to the country's most rewarding hilltop trails. His appreciation of the beauty and history of the British countryside and his light-hearted style will appeal to experienced and novice walkers alike.

The book includes detailed descriptions of the trails he has devised to the top of every county in England plus a wealth of practical information, including amenities available and how to reach the start and end points by public transport. The book also recommends historic and geographic areas of interest on or near the paths and gives details of local flora and fauna. Routes are rated according to difficulty and accompanied by a clear and simple sketch map of the immediate location. A valuable addition to every walker's bookshelf, to be referred to again and again for inspiration.

ISBN 9781849532396 Pages 281 (2012) 129mm x 195mm