Author: Andy Davies Publisher: Cicerone Press Limited ISBN: 178362258X Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 224
Book Description
This guidebook describes 30 circular day walks in the Gower Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, taking in the rich variety of landscapes across this beautiful area of South Wales. Ranging from 2.5 to 14 miles long, there are walks to suit all abilities. The peninsula is famous for its spectacularly steep, rugged coastline and perfect golden sand beaches but this guide also takes walkers to the inland valleys, hills and ridges little explored by most holidaymakers. Many of the routes combine a section of coastal path, which may visit a secluded cove or wide-sweeping beach, with a ridge offering stunning panoramic views or with a tranquil stream valley. All avoid road-walking wherever possible. Coastal areas such as those around Langland, Oxwich and Port Eynon are well frequented, but this guidebook concentrates on places where walkers can escape the crowds to find peace and solitude in this exceptionally beautiful and unspoilt area. Route descriptions are illustrated with 1:50,000 OS mapping extracts and inspiring photography and accompanied by a route summary table to help you choose walks to suit your location and ability. Along the way, the author provides a wealth of information on the plants, animals, geology, history and archaeology of a region with something for everyone, all within a compact area easily accessible from Swansea and Mumbles.
Author: Stuart Llewellyn Publisher: ISBN: 9781906095369 Category : Gower (Wales) Languages : en Pages : 144
Book Description
This is a selective rock climbing guide to the Gower peninsula in South Wales. It showcases the depth and quality of rock climbing on this wild, beautiful yet somewhat unknown peninsula.
Author: Paddy Dillon Publisher: Cicerone Press Limited ISBN: 1783628960 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 473
Book Description
The Wales Coast Path offers an unparalleled opportunity to walk a nation's coastline in its entirety. Stretching 1400km (870 miles) from Chester to Chepstow, including Anglesey, the waymarked trail takes 2-3 months to complete but can easily be broken into shorter sections. The walking is generally not difficult, although there are occasional rugged sections, steep ascents and descents and more remote stretches with fewer facilities. Promising fantastic scenery and a unique insight into local history and culture, what better way to experience the diversity and beauty of Wales' captivating coastline? The route is presented in 57 stages, ranging from 16 to 32km, each featuring clear route description illustrated with 1:100,000 mapping, overview statistics and notes on the availability of accommodation, facilities and public transport links. You'll find plenty of helpful advice for planning your walk, plus background information on Welsh history, geology, plants, wildlife and local points of interest. A facilities table, Welsh glossary and useful contacts can be found in the appendices. Passing through the Snowdonia and Pembrokeshire Coast National Parks, as well as numerous AONBs and sections of Heritage Coast, the Wales Coast Path takes in seaside resorts, attractive fishing villages, sandy beaches, rocky coves and striking cliff coastline. Highlights include the picturesque Llyn and Gower peninsulas, 13th-century 'Iron Ring' castles and frequent opportunities for wildlife spotting. The route can be linked with Offa's Dyke Path National Trail (covered in a separate Cicerone guide) to complete a full circuit of Wales.
Author: Harri Roberts Publisher: ISBN: 9781908632166 Category : Carmarthen Bay (Wales) Languages : en Pages : 64
Book Description
With clear information, an overview and introduction for each walk, expertly written numbered directions, enhanced Ordance Survey maps, superb, eye-grabbing panoramic photographs, and interpretation of points of interest along the way, these guides set a new standard in reliability, clarity and ease-of-use.
Author: John Gillham Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton ISBN: 9780906371275 Category : Mountains Languages : en Pages : 112
Book Description
This illustrated guide book gives a visual and literary narrative covering a long distance walk through the Welsh mountains from Conwy Bay in the north to the Gower Peninsula in the south. The walk is split into eleven stages (each for one day of walking). Each stage is given a full narrative description and is illustrated with photographs and a detailed map, with low level and high level alternatives so that the walk is fully adjustable to the prevailing weather conditions.
Author: Dennis Kelsall Publisher: ISBN: 9781908632272 Category : Languages : en Pages : 208
Book Description
Written and designed by outdoor experts, these authoritative guidebooks give long-distance and local walkers everything they need to enjoy the Wales Coast Path with confidence. With clear, expertly-written and numbered directions, enhanced Ordnance Survey mapping for the whole route, stunning professional photographs, and fascinating interpretation of points of interest along the way, these guides set a new standard in clarity and ease-of-use. The guide breaks the South Wales Coast section ¿ from Swansea to Chepstow on the Welsh/English border ¿ down in to nine handy day sections
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