Featured Orkney walks include:
- Marvel at the high sandstone cliffs and the Old Man of Hoy, an iconic Orcadian landmark and destination for walkers since Victorian times
- Glimpse whales in the water and enjoy spectacular views of the Pentland Firth at Cantick Head
- Discover Rousey’s rich history where ancient structures like Mid Howe Broch mingle with medieval churches
- Walk Yesnaby Cliffs for stunning views of sea stacks and ancient brochs
- Wander out to South Ronaldsay’s Hoxa Head for views over the Sound of Hoxa and Scapa Flow to the islands of Flotta and Hoy
Featured Shetland walks include:
- From Eshaness Lighthouse, walk the tops of the stunning sea-cliffs for unbeatable views of a coastline marked by stacks, arches, caves and inlets (geos)
- See the distinctive Broch of Mousa, the best-preserved Iron Age broch in Europe, and the island’s population of rare birdlife including storm petrels, black guillemots and Arctic terns
- Cross a magnificent tombolo to the ‘tied’ island of St Ninian’s for sandy beaches, grassy clifftops and ancient treasure
- Climb to Ronas Hill, the highest point in Shetland, for glorious 360-degree views extending as far as Fair Isle, Yell and Unst
- Start at Jarlshof, Shetland’s richest archaeological site, to venture out to Sumburgh Head, the southernmost point of the mainland known for its lighthouse and rare birdlife
OS Pathfinder Guides: Outstanding Circular Walks
- The definitive pocket book guide to Great Britain’s great outdoors
- 28 mostly circular walks in one guidebook, ranging from 3-12½ miles
- Walks are graded by length and difficulty ensuring a range of routes suitable for walkers of varying experience and mobility
- Includes OS Explorer 1:25 000 scale map extracts for every route (4cm to 1km or 2½ inches to one mile)
- Discover GPS waypoints, parking information and detailed route descriptions for foolproof navigation
- Enhances your walk with information on rare wildlife, natural habitats and points of historical interest
ISBN/EAN : 9780319092088
Date de publication : 2022
Pagination : 96 pages
Dimensions plié(e) : 13,7 x 23,8 cm
Langue(s) : anglais
Poids :
200 g