Adventure is closer than you think. Ireland`s wild scenery & dramatic landscapes call out for exploration, & this inspirational guide will open your eyes to the huge variety of exhilarating outdoor experiences the country has to offer. Whether you want to sea kayak around remote stacks & arches, discover delicate stalactites in underground caverns, stand amidst a colony of breeding seabirds or scramble up a rocky ridge to the country`s highest summit, this book shows you how. From snorkelling in County Cork to isl&-hopping in County Donegal, there are trips to suit all levels of expertise in every province of Irel&. With all the practical details you need to plan your outing
- including comprehensive route descriptions, handy trip-summary boxes & maps
- you can set off to explore the country`s most spectacular spots in confidence. Embark on an epic journey to tick off the whole bucket list, or cherry-pick your favourite activities for weekend adventures. Either way you`re guaranteed to be invigorated by the scale of Ireland`s natural wonders.

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Take a photographic journey along Ireland`s Ancient East, the official Bord Failte route, with this sumptuous book of 200 photographs, maps "ations. Historical sites featured include: Boyne Valley Hill of Tara Rock of Cashel Kilkenny Castle & City Trim Castle Hook Lighthouse Lismore Castle Russborough House Castletown House Powerscourt Gardens ...

It is a small area of land & yet the nine counties of Ireland`s north hold within them a bewildering variety of riches & rewards. It is a complex region of proudand busy cities, of long, empty beaches, of formidable glens & rich farml&, of towering cliffs & yielding hills. This is the land that St Patrick walked and Heaney celebrated. Ireland`s Beautiful North is an introduction to Ulster, featuring a selection of thesights & places that go to make this province a place of such constantfascination, from the awesome geology of the Giant`s Causeway to the waves that break on the soft sands of the Atlantic seaboard, from the murals of Belfast to the churches of Armagh & the ancient remains of Navan Fort, from the Fermanagh & Cavan lakelands to the Glens of Antrim & the Mourne Mountains. ...

In a country richly endowed with wild mountain ranges, secluded valleys & untamed coastlines, the best natural landscapes can only be explored on foot. Here are over sixty of the greatest one-day walking routes in Irel&, varying from short strolls to full-day treks. Every part of the Republic & Northern Ireland is featured. From rugged peaks & chiselled ridge lines to towering sea cliffs & sheltered loughs, these routes take you past all the country`s finest scenery. Many of the routes are hill-walks, with clear descriptions of the country`s classic mountain ascents. Even seasoned hillwalkers will find challenging outings. Each walk is illustrated with sketch maps & colour photos & is prefaced with a quick-reference summary & access notes. Route descriptions include clear navigational guidance to keep you on the right track. ...

In Ireland you are never far away from the border between land & sea & the coast is an integral part of the country. It is a place of natural beauty & vibrant history. Carsten Krieger takes the reader, chapter by chapter, through a virtual tour of each region of Ireland`s coastline, with photograph after photograph of Ireland`s hidden gems. Ireland`s Coast is a visual celebration, which showcases Ireland`s landscape, wildlife & people, interspersed with stories & anecdotes compiled over two years of travel. The result is a unique collection of images of Ireland`s coast in all its splendour. ...

This absorbing & fully illustrated story of Ireland`s inland waterways traces their development from the early Acts of 1703, with the building of the Newry Canal in the 1730s, right up to the present day. It focusses on the people who planned & built the waterways & the communities they established, as well as their construction, their economic role & the changes they brought about. With its blend of entertainment, authority & meticulous research, Ireland`s Inland Waterways is one of the most authoratative guides on the subject. ...

In Ireland there are 269 mountain summits that are 600 metres or higher, & with a prominence of 15 metres or more. These are The Vandeleur-Lynams. & there are 404 summits with an elevation of at least 500 metres, with a prominence of 30 metres or more. We call these The Arderins. For the first time both these lists are published together, along with lists of Ireland`s 27 County Highpoints & the island`s Hundred Highest mountains, using updated data & information as contributed by the Mountain Views.ie community. This book will undoubtedly prove to be an invaluable resource for the peak-bagger, summiteer & hillwalker alike. ...

Ireland’s Waterways Map & Directory is a combination booklet & fold out map providing an introduction to the 1000km of the Emerald Isle’s inland waterways. The title

Includes:: navigational information for both the Republic of Ireland & Northern Irel&, as well as boat hire details & historical notes, & illustrates the waterway system both in use & derelict/under construction. The directory profiles the Barrow Navigation, the Erne System, the Grand Canal, the Lower Bann Navigation, the Royal Canal, the Shannon Navigation & the Shannon-Erne Waterway. An overview description is provided for each waterway featured, with details given concerning the overseeing authority, navigable

Dimensions, lock operation & charges, slipways, serviced moorings, with additional navigation notes & the contact details for boat hire bases along the route. Map legend indicates navigable waterways including rivers (subject to tide), lakes & reservoirs (with channel indications) & canals. Legend symbols for canal locks show if the lock is a staircase lock or flight of locks. Distances in km are provided between two markers & navigable length, beam, depth & air draft

Dimensions are shown. Moorings with service blocks & limited facilities are shown & the locations of cruiser hire bases, sailing/boat clubs, marinas & Waterways Ireland Regional Offices are given. Aqueducts are displayed with cuttings, summit levels & altitude above sea level. Inset enlargements are given on the map of the canals & railways in Dublin, the Grand canal Lowtown Junction, the Shannon-Erne waterway & Lough Allen canal, the waterways around Galway, the Shannon navigation-Sluck navigation-Grand canal junctions, & the lower Shannon navigation waters. As well as detailing Ireland’s waterways the map also shows train lines, major parks or landscape features, sites of particular interest & county borders. Gentle colour relief shading marks heights at 300, 600, 900 & 1, 200ft.





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Take a photographic journey down Ireland`s Atlantic coast from Donegal in the north to Cork in the south. This beautiful book showcases the west coast in all its wild beauty: dramatic views, abundant nature & wildlife, lighthouses, harbours & quaint seaside villages, as well as heritage, history & people. The Wild Atlantic Way is a fully-signposted route along the west coast of Ireland that brings the visitor to some of Ireland`s most spectacular scenery & liveliest towns: from surfing in Rossknowlagh to birdwatching at the magnificent cliffs of Moher, from the boats in Galway Bay to traditional music in Doolin, from dolphins in Kerry to castles in Cork there`s something for everyone on the wild west coast. Over 200 wonderful photographs. Maps showing each section of the Wild Atlantic Way: Donegal-Mayo, Mayo-Clare, Clare-Kerry, Kerry to Cork.`a sumptuous book in which the magnificent colour photographs speak for themselves` Books Ireland on Ireland`s Coast ...

The Wild Atlantic Way follows the magnificent west coast of Irel&, passing golden beaches, thrusting headlands & soaring sea cliffs. Renowned walking-guide author Helen Fairbairn explores the best walking routes of the region, recommending trips to uninhabited islands, coastal mountains & much more. Routes vary from two to six hours, & are illustrated with colour photos & detailed maps. Whatever your level of expertise, this comprehensive guide is all you need to discover the real wonders of the Wild Atlantic Way. ...