Mark Easton`s Britain Etc. looks at the UK through its relationship to 26 subjects
- one for each letter of the alphabet. From
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Mark Easton's Britain Etc. looks at the UK through its relationship to 26 subjects
- one for each letter of the alphabet. From
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* A paperback edition of this bestselling title * The companion book to the BBC`s landmark series * Features awe-inspiring images & fascinating text Britain From Above is the official book accompanying the BBC`s landmark seven-part tv series aired on BBC1, BBC2 & BBC4. The book features exclusive, awe-inspiring photography from the programme, as well as computer simulations charting Britain`s natural history, its industry & transport systems, natural heritage & archaeology. Britain From Above represents the landscape of a nation as it`s never been seen before. In his Foreword, Andrew Marr writes: ` After months of talking, looking & travelling, it is impossible not to be impressed anew by the roiling, bubbling & borderline-chaotic energy of the country. Britain is a most unnatural place.` ...

Britain From Above Month By Month is a visual portrait of the British Isles from the skies throughout the year. Exploring various corners of this sceptred isle, from majestic mountain landscapes & haunting ruins to magnificent feats of engineering & dramatic coastlines, this unique & beautiful look at Britain from the skies is a stunning visual portrait of the British Isles throughout the year from renowned aerial photographer Jason Hawkes. See how familiar scenes, famous events & iconic monuments take on a whole new life when viewed from a different perspective. Gaze down at the Angel of the North, take in the glittering London skyline from on high, & see a patchwork of festival tents as you've never seen them before. Britain From Above Month by Month celebrates the nation in all its diverse glory & makes for a beautiful addition to any bookshelf or coffee table. ...

Britain From The Air showcases 150 of Britain`s best-loved locations with captivating photographs taken from the air, enabling the reader to contemplate them from a fresh view point. Discover new facets to Ben Nevis, find the way out of Hampton Court maze, or soar above the Severn bridges
- every corner of Britain is explored, along with concise text about each location. NEW COVER
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Published in hardback with illustrated dust jacket & filled with a mix of line drawings, black-&-white photographs & full-colour images, Britain from the Rails is ideal for gift or self-purchase with guaranteed appeal for leisure travellers & rail fanatics alike. There's a magical romance about train travel that no other form of transport can capture. Unlike other rail-based guides, this is not a backpacker's manual on how to travel cheaply & quickly & what to do once you get there. Instead, this is a leisurely sojourn around the country, an indulgent, care-free & relaxing journey which notices
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- what other guides don't. What to see from the train, historical anecdotes about the development of the railways, explanations of how the rail system works, railway traditions, branch line explorations, descriptions of the most scenic routes & a whole lot more are covered in a style which makes for a perfect armchair read, whether from home or on the rails. This is a travel classic of our times, the Wainwright of the rails.

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A quirky & fascinating guide to Britain`s railways, Bradt`s Britain from the Rails is perfect not only as an entertaining armchair read but as a handy guidebook to help readers explore the country at a slower, more personal pace. This expanded & updated second edition has an attractive fresh design, clear maps & a new section on ` Britain`s Secret Railways`. Full of fascinating titbits, weird accidents & odd characters, it is a thorough & humorous collection perfect for commuters & local history fans alike. With the number of `staycations` on the rise & increased interest in lowering one`s carbon footprint, this guide helps those who don`t, can`t or won`t drive or fly. Author Benedict Le Vey is a national newspaper sub-editor who has also written Bradt`s popular Eccentric titles. ...

For generations, the British have been exploring the great British countryside by tent & caravan. This nostalgic guide to Britain under canvas will help you to get out there & celebrate the great outdoors, whatever the weather. A range of handy hints
- from pitching a tent to building a campfire
- ensures you stay safe & dry throughout your outdoor adventure, while one-pot recipes, barbeque & picnic ideas makes it easy to eat like a king even in the wilderness. Campfire Pizza, Sausage Stew & Chicken Hot Pot are all delicious & simple to make, & many ingredients can be picked or caught locally, making the most of nature`s larder. There are games & outdoor adventures for all ages
- pond dipping & tracking wildlife get you up close to nature, while kite-flying & building a woodland den brings out the adventurer in everyone. A gazetteer of the National Trust`s beautiful camping sites, from the stunning scenery of the Lake District to seaside fun in Devon & Cornwall, is also included.


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A new edition of this comprehensive golf course guide, fully updated for 2010 with descriptions of each course, details of course designers & golf professionals. Over 2, 500 golf courses in Britain & Ireland are included, with prices, opening times, leisure facilities, directions & websites included. Details for visitors include green fees, leisure facilities & entry restrictions are featured. & each course is listed in county & town order for easy reference. Championship courses have full-page entries, special interest courses are highlighted & there is a full driving range index. Recommended accommodation is given for each course, & every featured hotel & guest accommodation has been inspected & rated by the AA's professional team of inspectors. ...

Fully updated for 2011 with descriptions of each course, details of course designers & golf professionals. Details for visitors include green fees, leisure facilities & entry restrictions. Each course is listed in county & town order for easy reference. Championship courses have full-page entries, special interest courses are highlighted & there is a full driving range index. Recommended accommodation is given for each course, & every featured hotel & guest accommodation has been inspected & rated by the AA's inspectors. ...