Told through a series of walks beside the sea this is a story of the most beautiful 742 miles of coastline in England Wales & Northern Ireland their rocks plants & animals their views walks & history & the people who have made their lives within sight of the waves As he travels along coastal paths visits beaches & explores coves Barkham reflects on the long campaign to protect our shoreline from tidal erosion & human damage & weaves together fascinating tales about every aspect of the coast
- from ancient conquests & smuggler's routes to exotic migratory birds & bucket-&-spade holidays
- to tell a more profound story about our island nation & the way we are shaped by our shores