126 graded scramble routes amongst the Lake District's rocks, gills & crags. Scrambling (rougher walking routes where you'll need to use your hands) is becoming increasingly popular, & is a way of enjoying the wilder Lakel&. This guide covers Langdale, Coniston, Duddon, eskdale, Longsleddale & Kentmere. ...

Guidebook to day walks in the Italian Dolomites. The 50 graded walks range from short leisurely strolls to full-day high mountain expeditions, each designed to fit into a single day. The Dolomites are an ideal walking destination from June to September, & can easily be reached from Verona, Treviso, Venice & Innsbruck airports. ...

A guidebook to winter in the Dolomites, featuring 50 ski touring & snowshoeing routes in the Italian mountain range. The graded

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A guidebook to winter in the Dolomites, featuring 50 ski touring & snowshoeing routes in the Italian mountain range. The graded routes, all of which take less than a day to complete, commence from the bases of Cortina, Arabba, Val di Zoldo, San Martino & San Vigilio, taking in stunning scenery, quaint villages & enchanting mountain vistas. ...

This two-volume guidebook provides detailed coverage of the iconic Cuillin Ridge, a 12km traverse on the Isle of Skye. Over two volumes, this guide covers everything needed to prepare for & complete a successful traverse over this spectacular ridge. Showcasing the main traverse & the other classic scrambles in the area, both volumes feature official Harvey mapping, numbered topos & corresponding detailed route description. The first volume provides notes on training, gear & logistics, alongside 10 classic scrambles that can be used as practice routes for the traverse of the whole ridge. This volume also

Includes:: in-depth route description & advice for completing the traverse in winter. The second volume focuses on the traverse itself & is the perfect booklet to carry while attempting to complete this renowned scramble. Across ten sections, it explains step by step how to tackle the ridge, as well as providing easier climbing alternatives (Cuillin Ridge Light) for the harde...

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This practical guide is aimed at anyone who wants to acquire or improve their knowledge of snow & avalanche release. It describes the formation & evolution of snow, how to identify the many forms snow takes, & how to assess avalanche risk more precisely & reliably. ...

This guidebook describes 30 low level & easy walks that are suitable for all abilities. The hikes covered are in the northern part of Snowdonia National Park, close to Conwy, Betws-y-Coed, Llanberis & Porthmadog. Most of the walks take around 2hr, with others ranging from 2 to 6hr. Each walk has an accompanying Ordnance Survey 1:25, 000 or 1:50, 000 map showing the route, easy-to-follow route descriptions & information on distance, time, ascent, refreshments & where to park. The guide also

Includes:: more general advice on walking in the area, historical information, & facts about the points of interest seen on each walk. In this part of Wales, neolithic settlements & Roman ruins stand beside the medieval castles of Welsh Princesses & the modern remnants of the mining industry. Myths & legends abound, & many walks relate to the stories of King Arthur & Merlin, Anfanc & Welsh fairies.

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Through 30 day walks ranging from 3km to 18km, this guide offers opportunities for walkers of all abilities to explore the lowlands, moorland & estuaries of Snowdonia National Park. The second of two volumes to low-level & easy walking in Snowdonia, this guide covers the southern region between Llan Ffestiniog & Machynlleth. Other centres include coastal towns of Harlech, Barmouth & Aberdyfi, & lakeside settlements of Trawsfynydd & Y Bala. Famous for its northern mountains, the Snowdonia National Park also features an expansive coastline of sandy beaches & wildlife-rich estuaries. Inl&, the landscape showcases mossy-banked rivers, gorges & thundering waterfalls in ancient broadleaved woodlands, while tranquil valleys & moorlands dotted with ruined castles, mines & forts provide panoramic views of surrounding mountains & lakes. Each walk features in-depth route description & 1:25, 000 or 1:50, 000 OS mapping, alongside a wealth of insights into the history, geo... ...

This book aims to show the keen hill-walker what snowshoeing can offer. A selection of 70 walks, hikes & treks in the region, all more or less within sight of Mont Blanc. There are sections on equipment, technique, hazards, preparation & nature, as well as 70 outings, ranging from very gentle to particularly strenuous. ...

Britain's longest waymarked trail measures 1015km (630 miles) from Minehead to Poole along the north Devon, Cornish south Devon & Dorset coastline. The route is divided into 45 day-stages, & could be completed within four weeks. With accommodation advice & local information. ...