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A Chance in a million? Scottish avalanches

In this fully revised and updated edition of the classic handbook, two of Britain's leading avalanche experts look at the avalanche phenomenon from a variety of perspectives. Why and how do avanches happen? How can you avoid being caught in an avalanche? What action should you take if caught in an avalanche or witness someone else being avalanched? What are your chances of survival?

'A Chance in a Million?' is more than a fieldbook, it also includes details of every recorded avalanche accident in Scotland, England and Wales and highlights notorious avalanche bla...

A Coast to coast walk Wainwright

The Pictorial Guides by A. Wainwright

The Coast to Coast Walk, devised by Wainwright himself, stretches across 190 miles from St Bees Head on the East coast to Robin Hood's Bay on the West, passing through the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors. This Pictorial Guide, first published in 1973 and updated in 1992, contains Wainwright's original text and his hand-drawn black-and-white route maps for this much -oved walk.

A Concise History of Britain, 1707–1975

Cambridge Concise Histories Series

This book provides a concise, illustrated history of Great Britain over the past three centuries, from its formation as a sovereign state between the Union of England and Scotland in 1707 to its partial loss of sovereignty in the accession to the European Community, confirmed in the referendum result of 1975. Professor Speck emphasises political and social trends. In particular he argues that conservative politics prevailed largely in a deeply conservative society, and that reactionary causes generally obtained more support than radical campaigns. The book is highly il...

A Concise History of Wales

Cambridge Concise Histories Series

Based on the most recent historical research and current debates about Wales and Welshness, this volume offers the most up-to-date, authoritative and accessible account of the period from Neanderthal times to the opening of the Senedd, the new home of the National Assembly for Wales, in 2006. Within a remarkably brief and stimulating compass, Geraint H. Jenkins explores the emergence of Wales as a nation, its changing identities and values, and the transformations its people experienced and survived throughout the centuries. In the face of seemingly overwhelming odds, ...

A Mountain Runner's Guide to Snowdonia

The mountains of Snowdonia are home to some of the classic mountain races in the UK and the playground of the runner who seeks the adventure of the high, wild places. In this, the first guidebook to the area written specifically for the runner, Jim Kelly takes the committed off-road athlete on a tour of this rugged heart of Wales. Within these pages lie twenty-five lung bursting routes that traverse the mountain tops, the deep valleys and the lonely lakes that lie within this gem of a National Park. For the fell, hill and mountain runner this is not so much a guide but...

A to Z of Britain and Ireland: (Almost) Everything You Ever Needed to Know About the History and Heritage of Our Islands

Abbreviations, Agriculture, Architecture, Areas of Outstanding Beauty, Art, Astrology and Astronomy - and that's just the letter 'A'! The A TO Z OF BRITAIN AND IRELAND will follow the successful format of the previous titles in the series by treating the main topic areas in alphabetical order. Importantly, the book will cover all five countries in the British Isles, including Ireland, which is neglected by many similar books. Trevor will be as broad-ranging and exhaustive as ever: this will be the first book ever to list all the islands of the British Isles. (There are...

A Trail Runner's Guide To North Wales

Trail running is one of the fastest developing areas of physical fitness and the countryside of North Wales is one of the most scenic parts of the UK in which to practice it. With a rugged coastline, lush countryside, deep sylvan forests and all set against the backdrop of the high mountains of Snowdonia, this part of Wales is a joy upon which to plant the trainer. In a series of fifteen runs, join the authors as they set foot to trail on some of the most exhilarating running routes within the UK. Beach, coast, field, forest and hill, to the runner who wants to get awa...

AA Bed and Breakfast Guide 2013

Fully updated guide to over 2,800 establishments, inspected and rated for quality by the AA's inspectors, each with from one to five Stars. Yellow Stars indicate Highly Commended Establishments - the very best of three, four and five Star guest accommodation. Useful symbols highlight the very best breakfasts and evening meals. Plus, there are up-to-date details of room prices, credit cards, family suitability, parking and directions throughout.

AA Hotel Guide 2013

Fully updated guide to over 3,500 establishments officially inspected and rated for quality by the AA's professional inspectors, each graded with 1 to 5 Stars, with AA Red Stars highlighting top hotels. Over 500 budget hotels are featured, ideal for overnight stops, plus, up-to-date details of room prices, credit cards, parking, directions and leisure facilities throughout. Central reservation telephone numbers are featured for the major hotel groups.

Accessible Britain Rough Guide (Reference Guides)

The award-winning "Rough Guide to Accessible Britain", produced in association with Motability, is packed with inspirational ideas for great days out for the disabled visitor. The guide, with foreword from popular television presenter Lara Master, includes vivid accounts of things to do across Britain, from immersing yourself in the arts of The Royal Academy to gondola trips on the Nevis Mountain range, inspired by colour photos. You'll find the lowdown on the best accessible sites and places to visit for free, with tips on parking and getting around, all rev...