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Dive into the enchanting world of Britain's woods and forests with this comprehensive guide that explores over 500 remarkable and lesser-known locations across England, Scotland, and Wales. Packed with vivid photography and engaging travel writing, it offers a fresh perspective on wild places.
A practical and beautifully illustrated guide to discovering Britain's most magical woods and forests.
This book is organized into clear geographical sections-Southwest, South and East, Wales and Borders, Central and North, and Scotland-making it easy to find your next woodland adventure. It covers a wide range of activities and features, including the best campsites, bothies, and unique accommodations. Whether you're into wild swimming, walking trails, cycling routes, horse riding, canoeing, or exploring waterfalls, this guide has you covered.
Beyond outdoor activities, it delves into the natural and mystical aspects of these wild places, highlighting wildflowers, wildlife, dark skies perfect for star-gazing, foraging opportunities, and even lost ruins and haunted sites. Families and wilderness enthusiasts alike will find inspiration for life-affirming adventures far from the usual paths.
Additional highlights include curated 'Best for' lists such as 'Best for Big Mammals' and 'Best for Deep Forest Experiences,' along with features on Waterfalls and Canoe Adventures, Caves and Canyons, and Bikepacking. Each area concludes with a detailed double-page adventure, complete with full directions and maps, accompanied by high-quality photographs that bring these wild spaces to life.
Discover historic forests like Epping, Sherwood, and the New Forest, as well as literary gems such as Shakespeare's Forest of Arden. The guide also uncovers ancient and notable trees, healing springs, hidden castles, and Britain's largest, wildest, and oldest woods and forests.
With user-friendly instructions for planning wild weekend escapes, the book also explores fascinating topics like 'lost beasts', megafauna such as wolves that once roamed these woods-and the evolution of ancient woodland. It sheds light on the enduring legacy of royal forests and private chases, making it an essential companion for anyone eager to connect deeply with Britain's wild landscapes.
Yderligere information
| Forfatter(e) | Martin Cray |
|---|---|
| Kategori | Bøger |
| Genre(r) | Rejsebøger Storbritannien |
| Forlag | Bradt Travel Guides |
| Udgivelsesdato | Er udgivet |
| Sprog | Engelsk |
| ISBN-13 | 9781784776411 |
| ISBN-10 | 1784776416 |
| Indbinding | Hæftet |
| Udgave | 1 |
| Sidetal | 304 |
| Tags | Bradt, Bøger, Bog |
| GPSR | Produktsikkerhed |
