WINNER OF THE BEST BRITISH BOOK AND BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD AT THE BRITISH BOOK DESIGN AND PRODUCTION AWARDS 2010

Join Clare Balding on some terrific cycle rides around Britain, whether it's a week-long cycling holiday or an afternoon ride with the family, the book has a cycle ride for everyone.

Free-wheeling on and off road - along obscure lanes, bridleways and disused railway lines - Britain by Bike reveals a fresh perspective on our country. Revel in beautiful breathtaking and exhilarating cycle routes and scenery in the six regions of Britain and find out the unusual ways to enjoy these islands, whether it's going to green man festivals, learning local customs or resting up at remote campsites or posh yurts!

Share in Clare Balding's practical and cycle-related challenge and learn how to make the most of pedal power with guidance on reading a map, puncture repair, bad weather and tricky terrain.

Discover Britain by Bike.

About the Author
Jane Eastoe has been a journalist and author for 35 years. Working for the fashion business press, she regularly covered the international collections and interviewed designers from Gaultier to Galliano. She is the co-author of Fabulous Frocks, now in its third addition, also published by Pavilion and contributed to Fashion: the whole Story, published by Thames & Hudson. She has written numerous books for the National Trust Books list, including A Cottage in the Country and Ruins and is the author of three sumptuously photographed books for Pavilion: Vintage Roses, Peonies and Tulips.

Reviews

This charming guide charts Balding's progress around Britain's finest routes, interspersed with fascinating cultural and historical insights, complemented by a picture archive that'll have all tourers yearning for yesteryear. Countryfile, May 2010.

Awards
Winner of BPIF Best British Book 2010 (UK) and BPIF Book of the Year 2010 2010 (UK).



Book Information
ISBN 9781906388713
Author Jane Eastoe
Format Hardback
Page Count 200
Imprint Batsford Ltd
Publisher Batsford Ltd