Download or read book Walks in the Midlands Countryside written by Brian Conduit and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1865 Elihu Burritt, a notable American peace and anti-slavery activist, was appointed the United States consul in Birmingham, at the time a rapidly growing manufacturing city and centre of a major industrial area. He travelling extensively throughout the Midlands, not just in Birmingham and the heavily industrialised Black Country but also in the rural areas that lay beyond the industrial belt in Warwickshire, Worcestershire, Staffordshire and Shropshire. Burritt was full of enthusiasm for everything he saw and his obvious love for the area shines through in the book that he subsequently wrote about his journeys. That book, published in 1868, was entitled Walks in the Black Country and its Green Borderland. These 20 walks take you through areas of the Midlands which, 150 years since Burritt walked this way, still contain some of the most varied, beautiful and interesting landscapes and some of the finest old towns and villages in the country.
Download or read book Explore Your Local Countryside written by Great Britain. Countryside Commission and published by . This book was released on 1980 with total page 17 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book 100 WALKS IN WARWICKSHIRE WEST MIDLANDS written by Richard Sale and published by Crowood. This book was released on 2011-10-18 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Providing excellent value for the keen walker, this popular series features 100 route descriptions of circular walks ranging from 3-12 miles. Each walk has a map, points of interest and places to eat and drink en route, plus suggestions for easy car parking. Ideal for all those wanting to explore a county the best way on foot. The walking territory in these two central counties remains largely undiscovered, better known, as they are for their towns and cities such as Stratford and Leamington. Those willing to find out, however, will discover some wonderful countryside, and some surprisingly varied routes.
Download or read book Walk East Midlands written by Chris Thompson and published by Sigma Press. This book was released on 2005 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book West Midlands Countryside written by Peter Shirley and published by Reardon Publishing. This book was released on 2002-01-01 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Each walk in this text on the West Midlands has the name and access suitability, a map reference for the Landranger map series, location and parking information, details of the type of countryside and walking, a description of the walk with directions and information on site designation.
Download or read book Pub Walks for Motorists Shrops Staffs and West Midlands written by Roger Noyce and published by Countryside Books (GB). This book was released on 2005-05-01 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pub Walks for Motorists Shrops, Staffs and West Midlands
Download or read book 50 Walks in Warwickshire and West Midlands written by Aa Publishing and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Featuring a variety of mapped walks to suit all abilities, this helpful guide features all the necessary practical details for a successful trip, including information on distance, gradient, level of difficulty, landscape, dog friendliness, parking availability, and restroom locations. Fascinating background on the history and wildlife of each area is provided, and local points of interest are indicated on accompanying full-color maps. All walks are annotated with places to visit along the way--including churches, country houses, museums, villages, and towns--as well as information on local restaurants, tea rooms, and pubs. Revised with new routes and updated maps and information, these guides are your key to experiencing the beauty and variety of the British landscape.
Download or read book Walks in the Countryside Round Birmingham written by Ramblers' Association and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The West Midlands and the Peak District Rough Guides Snapshot England written by Rough Guides and published by Rough Guides UK. This book was released on 2012-05-03 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Rough Guide Snapshot to The West Midlands and the Peak District is the ultimate travel guide to this varied part of England. It guides you through the region with reliable information and comprehensive coverage of all the sights and attractions, from Shakespeare's Stratford to Ironbridge Gorge, and vibrant Birmingham to the bucolic Peak District. Detailed maps and up-to-date listings pinpoint the best cafés, restaurants, hotels, shops, bars and nightlife, ensuring you have the best trip possible, whether passing through, staying for the weekend or longer. Also included is the Basics section from the Rough Guide to England, with all the practical information you need for travelling in and around England, including transport, food, drink, costs, festivals, sports and outdoor activities. Also published as part of the Rough Guide to England. Full coverage: Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick, Coventry Cathedral, Worcester, Great Malvern, Hereford, Ledbury, Ross-on-Wye, the Wye River Valley, Hay-on-Wye, Ironbridge Gorge, Much Wenlock and Wenlock Edge, Shrewsbury, Church Stretton and the Long Mynd, Ludlow, Birmingham, Lichfield, Derby, Ashbourne, Hartington, Buxton, Castleton, Edale, Hathersage, Eyam, Baslow, Chatsworth and Bakewell. (Equivalent printed page extent 98 pages).
Download or read book Pushchair Paths in the East Midlands written by Melanie Ramet and published by Sigma Press. This book was released on 2005-08 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a collection of 30 obstacle-free pushchair walks in the East Midlands catering for all abilities, all ages, all weathers and all pushchairs.
Download or read book Battlefield Walks in the Midlands written by Brian Conduit and published by Sigma Press. This book was released on 2004 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The combination of country walking with visits to battlefields is a most rewarding experience. The Midlands has played a prominent part in the military history of England and the events that form the basis of the 22 walks in this guide range from the 13th to the 20th centuries, from the Battle of Evesham (1265) to the bombing of Coventry (1940).
Download or read book Walking in the Peak District White Peak West written by Paul Besley and published by Cicerone Press Limited. This book was released on 2021-08-15 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guidebook is the ideal companion for walkers who want to explore the western section of Derbyshire's White Peak area. Starting in towns and villages including Castleton, Ilam, Buxton, Tideswell, Hartington and Longnor, these day walks are perfectly suited for year-round trips to the Peak District and are suitable for walkers of all abilities. Across 40 day walks, this guidebook offers a range of routes that showcase the best of the Peak District landscape: rolling green hills rising up to limestone ridges, deep dales with meandering rivers, and limestone caves and pinnacles. There is plenty of history to explore too, with many walks visiting historical sites from Neolithic, medieval and industrial periods. Most of the walks range between 4 and 9 miles and can be enjoyed in 2-4 hours walking. As several start from the same car park or village, many walks can be combined for longer days out. Each walk features clear OS mapping and detailed route description interspersed with insights into the area's history, geology, art and culture, making this a brilliant guide for both navigation and learning about the Peak District.
Download or read book Heart of England Way written by Stephen J. Cross and published by Sigma Press. This book was released on 2012-01-04 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A book both for the long distance and the leisure walker, 'The Heart of England Way' takes the walker on a journey slicing through the quieter areas of midland, shire, countryside, from the North edge of Cannock Chase to Bourton on the Water, providing a view through the back door of the region's history, people and landscape.
Download or read book Explore Your Local Countryside written by Great Britain. Countryside Commission and published by . This book was released on 1982-01-01 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Leicestershire Rutland Walks with Children written by Paul A. Biggs and published by Sigma Press. This book was released on 2002 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 20 walks in this book have been planned with children in mind, and the book details places of interest to see along the way. There are general knowledge and observation questions, plus information on refreshment stops.
Download or read book Best Tea Shop Walks in Worcestershire written by Irene Boston and published by Sigma Press. This book was released on 1999 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Discovery Walks in Worcestershire written by Brian Conduit and published by Sigma Press. This book was released on 2000 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Features 30 circular walks that are evenly spaced across the varied terrain of the county. This book gives an introduction to Worcestershire's landscape. Each route visits a heritage site, market town or village which enables you to learn about the area's cultural life.
