Coast & Castles Cycle Route South at 1:100, 000 in a series of cycling maps from Sustrans, the charity behind developing UK’s National Cycle Network. The map covers route No. 1 between Newcastle & Edinburgh via Galashields, with an alternative route No. 76 after Berwick-upon-Tweed via Dunbar. Many day ride suggestions are marked, as well as other national routes in the area. The map is printed on light, waterproof & tear-resistant synthetic paper. Each title in the Sustrans series of cycling maps covers either a single route, presented in sections on separate strip maps, or a wider area with the main cycling route (s) prominently highlighted but other recommendations for cyclists also marked. The area covered each map is shown on our website on its individual “coverage” image. The route has markers indicating steep gradients, controlled access, distances & possible danger points. Route profiles indicate riding surface & the density of traffic (main road, minor road & traffic-free) &, where appropriate, street plans show the course of the route across towns & cities. On maps covering a wider area around the main National Cycle Route suggestions of possible day ride excursions are also marked. A range of symbols highlight various facilities & places of interest, including tourist information centres, youth hostels, cafes & pubs, grocery shops, cycle shops & hire, historical & natural sites, etc. For access by rail, the rail network is shown with stations &, where appropriate, metro stations are also marked. Topography is shows by altitude colouring. Unless specifically indicated in the individual description, the maps do not show British National Grid lines for GPS. Each title also contains contact addresses for various useful organizations, etc. Many titles are printed on light, waterproof & tear-resistant synthetic paper. ...

Coast is a definitive narrative of Nicholas Crane’s journey of discovery around the edges of Britain & Ireland & the culmination of five years presenting the BBC’s successful series. On a journey of exploration, Crane describes how we discovered & embraced our coastline
- the key to our island identity. From the shining cliffs that the dinosaurs would have seen to the modern estuaries teeming with wildlife, from Stone Age fishermen, via smugglers` caves, to modern day surfers & sandcastle builders – everyone who has lived, worked & played on Britain & Ireland’s coastline forms part of its evolving tale. A fusion of history, geography, adventure & biography, Coast explains why the edge of our little earth means so much to us.
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The first book of Coast took us on a sweeping clockwise tour of Britain`s marine borderlands, where one type of distinctive landscape gives way to the next. In this companion volume we criss-cross the UK & Irel&, looking at our relationship with different regions of our coast. Each chapter looks at a certain stretch of coastline, how areas within that stretch are related, & what that says about our l&, our history & our way of life. For example, Chalk to Chalk takes us from Dover to the Isle of Wight & even across the channel, where the substance of the land itself has shaped how we live there. Holyhead to Liverpool mark the boundaries of The Inventive Coast, a hotbed of maritime innovation & industrial progress. Our military history is explored in The Explosive Coast, which takes us from Carlisle to Arran. We learn how the coast created one of the world`s greatest cities, London, along The Capital Coast, & The Emerald Coast is a celebration of Ireland`s dramatic eastern edge. Many other varied themes & regions are explored in this fascinating guide to our coast. Fully illustrated with glorious photgraphs, there`s much to discover where the UK & Ireland meet the sea. ...

Accompanying BBC2`s BAFTA award-winning television series, ” Coast: The Walks” will inspire you to explore the best that the coastline of the British Isles has to offer. With more than 50 fantastic walks around Great Britain & Irel&, this practical guidebook features a variety of town & rural routes that are designed to suit both experienced walkers & those who fancy nothing more taxing than an afternoon stroll. Whether you crave the rugged beauty of Antrim & Skye, the seaside fun of Brighton & Great Yarmouth, the majestic cliffs of the Cornish & Pembrokeshire peninsulas, or the history of our great coastal cities, such as Aberdeen, Belfast, Dublin, Hull, Liverpool & Plymouth, ” Coast: The Walks”

Includes:: all these places, & many more besides. As well as offering invaluable advice that will enable you to plan your day out, & tried-&-tested instructions to guide you on your way, the book helpfully highlights points of interest along the route: historic sites & buildings, topographical features, & wildlife to watch out far as you go
- each illustrated with a colour photograph. Equally at home in the car or on the bookshelf, ” Coast: The Walks” will encourage you to get out there & make the most of our wonderfully diverse & endlessly fascinating 10, 000 miles of coastline.


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” Coast & Beyond” is a beautifully illustrated, in-depth companion to BBC TWO`s BAFTA-winning series ” Coast”. It tells the fascinating stories of our own magnificent coastline &, for the first time, goes further afield to explore those of our neighbours, too. Steve Evanson, the producer of the television series, is our guide to great coastal landmarks, such as Blackpool`s Tower & Illuminations, St Michael`s Mount in Cornwall & the enormous Great Laxey Water Wheel on the Isle of Man. He also investigates local stories & events, including Brighton`s little-known silent-movie industry, the mysterious collapse of the Tay Bridge in 1879 & Spike Island
- the ` Irish Alcatraz`. What`s more, this book looks beyond the shores of the British Isles towards the coastlines of northwest Europe & northern France, which are inextricably tied to our own through trade, war, culture & geology. How can the crumbling white cliffs of Normandy help us to understand the erosion of our own chalk walls? What do Norwegian fiords & Scottish lochs have in common? & what impact did the Vikings have on the British coast?” Coast & Beyond” provides a wealth of information about the landscape, history & geography of our coastal regions, as well as maps & practical information for visitors, so that you, too, can discover the secrets of our coast...and beyond.
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Over a hundred years ago, the National Trust was founded to preserve places of historic interest & natural beauty in Engl&, Wales & Northern Irel&. Today it protects around 252, 000 hectares (623, 000 acres) of land & over 700 miles (1126km) of coastline. This exquisite collection reveals the true beauty of Britain`s countryside & coastal heritage. The variety is unmatched
- from the fells & lakes of Cumbria & the wilderness wetlands of the Fens to the granite columns of Giant`s Causeway & the spectacular beaches of the the Cornish Coast. This collection is not just a celebration of Britain`s diverse & extraordinary beauty but also the photographer`s art. Three leading British landscape photographers capture unforgettable images of Britain`s remarkable natural heritage, & encourage the preservation of our unique countryside & coastline for future generations.
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The coast of central Portugal around Lisbon in a series of detailed, indexed touring maps from Turinta, the country’s leading map publishers, each with street plans of main towns. Road network

Includes:: local country roads, most with driving distances. Railway lines are shown with stations. Symbols mark locations of pousadas, campsites, monuments & historical sites, golf courses, marinas, & other places of interest. The map is indexed & has a UTM grid. Map legend

Includes:: English. On the reverse there are street plans of Leiria, Santarém & Setúbal, all showing locations of tourist offices plus places of interest. Also included is overview map showing road access & main routes within Lisbon, plus a distance table.



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Viewed from the air, even the most familiar landscapes take on a startling new life. The countryside becomes a pattern; the coast becomes an edge. Humanity recedes & the land itself takes centre stage. From small harbours to expansive bridges, towering cliffs to seaside resorts
- ” Coast from the Air” gives an incredible new perspective on our green & pleasant l&, & how beautiful & fragile that land can be. In 20 chapters
- each one focusing on a specific coastal region of the British Isles
- over 200 outstanding aerial photographs portray the beauty & diversity of our coastline. From the Dingle to The Wash; from the mild seaside towns of England`s south coast to the storm-lashed fishing villages of the Outer Hebrides, ” Coast from the Air” is a true visual feast.


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The Coast Guard patrol spotlight is a beautiful floor lamp with handcrafted brass & aluminum light source, & molded industrial glass with bronze cooling cap mounted on a French polished rosewood tripod. The tri-arm is finished in bridle leather & is height adjustable. This is a fabulous character piece that will take centre stage in any room. If we do not have this item in stock we will order it for you from our supplier. Delivery generally takes 3 weeks within the UK. For overseas delivery queries please email sales@stanfords.co.uk ...

MICHELIN zoom map Costa de Galicia is the ideal travel companion to fully explore this Spanish destination, thanks to its easy-to-use format & its scale of 1/150, 000. The Zoom collection are characterized by the high precision of their detailed scale, specially adapted for very touristy areas or with a high density road network, including new developments & industrial areas. In addition to clarity, reliability & up-to-date information, all Michelin cartography features include a wealth of practical information: places & monuments of tourist interest, picturesque tours, areas for sports & leisure activities... Useful plans of cities & a practical index of localities. Also the maps contain places of interest & signposting of tracks for bicycles & greenways. ...