Description
With over 14 million visitors each year, you may think it's odd to describe Cumbria as undiscovered, but the reality is the majority of those 14 million visitors return time and again to the same, well-trodden spots. This book turns the spotlight away from the tourist honey-pots, and on to the hidden gems that are so often missed. Historic Cumbria: Off the Beaten Track whisks the reader away to untold medieval tales, to rarely seen vistas of Cumbria's rugged landscapes, and reveals how people have marked their existence on the region's hills, valleys and coasts.
About the Author
Beth & Steve returned to Steve's roots in Cumbria in January 2011. What started out as an enthusiastic and popular blog developed into a strong following across social media and led to writing and photography commissions for a variety of magazines and websites. They currently work with a range of organisations and publications including Cumbria Wildlife Trust, The Outdoor Guide with Julia Bradbury and the Camping and Caravanning Club. As experienced hikers they tackle the outdoors in all weathers to find the spectacular and the dramatic be that a far-reaching panorama or a tiny ecosystem hidden away within limestone crags. Such is their knowledge of the Cumbrian landscape that they were invited by Kensington Palace to guide the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on a recent walk. They've also taken a keen interest in the history and geology of the region.
Reviews
'This is a truly lovely little book and an invaluable companion on any walk or wander around the Lake District ... It gives a fascinating and very readable background...' * Sir Chris Bonington CVO CBE DL *
'This brilliant book gives you lots of background information to fill in the picture... You'll enjoy walking around places such as Haweswater or Smardale far more after having read this book.' * Peter Bullard, Director of Cumbria Wildlife Trust *
Book Information
ISBN 9781445645643
Author Beth & Steve Pipe
Format Paperback
Page Count 96
Imprint Amberley Publishing
Publisher Amberley Publishing
Weight(grams) 303g
About the Author
Beth & Steve returned to Steve's roots in Cumbria in January 2011. What started out as an enthusiastic and popular blog developed into a strong following across social media and led to writing and photography commissions for a variety of magazines and websites. They currently work with a range of organisations and publications including Cumbria Wildlife Trust, The Outdoor Guide with Julia Bradbury and the Camping and Caravanning Club. As experienced hikers they tackle the outdoors in all weathers to find the spectacular and the dramatic be that a far-reaching panorama or a tiny ecosystem hidden away within limestone crags. Such is their knowledge of the Cumbrian landscape that they were invited by Kensington Palace to guide the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on a recent walk. They've also taken a keen interest in the history and geology of the region.
Reviews
'This is a truly lovely little book and an invaluable companion on any walk or wander around the Lake District ... It gives a fascinating and very readable background...' * Sir Chris Bonington CVO CBE DL *
'This brilliant book gives you lots of background information to fill in the picture... You'll enjoy walking around places such as Haweswater or Smardale far more after having read this book.' * Peter Bullard, Director of Cumbria Wildlife Trust *
Book Information
ISBN 9781445645643
Author Beth & Steve Pipe
Format Paperback
Page Count 96
Imprint Amberley Publishing
Publisher Amberley Publishing
Weight(grams) 303g
