Description
A guidebook to walking the Ridgeway National Trail between Avebury in Wiltshire and Ivinghoe Beacon in Buckinghamshire. Covering 139km (87 miles), this mostly low-level route is suitable for all abilities and takes 6 to 9 days to hike.
The route is described in both directions and in 12 stages, ranging from 8 to 16 km (5-10 miles) in length. Detours and diversions are included to historic and archaeological sites close to the Trail.
- Contains step-by-step description of the route alongside 1:50,000 OS maps
- Includes a separate map booklet containing OS 1:25,000 mapping and route line
- Handy route summary table and trek planner help you plan your itinerary
- Packed with historical information, as well as detail maps showing nearby historic and archaeological sites
- Details of refreshments, accommodation and public transport given for each route stage
About the Author
Steve Davison is a writer and photographer who has lived in Berkshire for over 25 years. He has written a number of books as well as articles for magazines and national and local newspapers, specialising in hill-walking and UK and European travel, and counts nature, geology and the countryside among his particular interests. A keen hill-walker for many years, and a Mountain Leader, Steve has also worked as a part-time outdoor education instructor. He is also a member of the Outdoor Writers and Photographers Guild.
Book Information
ISBN 9781852848743
Author Steve Davison
Format Paperback
Page Count 208
Imprint Cicerone Press
Publisher Cicerone Press
Weight(grams) 310g
Dimensions(mm) 172mm * 116mm * 12mm