Aa Walks Through Britain's History

Step back in time with this beautiful and fascinating book containing over 100 walks, each with a historical theme. Double appeal - for both history buffs and walkers alike, an ideal family gift; Themed - each walk, ranging from between 1.5 and 10 miles, focuses on a particular feature, person or event in history; Colourful - full colour throughout with illustrations, enhanced maps and photographs A wide range of walks through villages, cities, historic houses or battle sites; 96 detailed walks with illustrated maps and directions, plus 12 unmapped walks; Divided into 12 sections, from Prehistoric Britain to Contemporary Britain, with each section containing 8 mapped walks and 1 unmapped feature walk; Each section contains a feature spread, such as Antonine's Wall, Scotland or Carisbrooke Castle, Southeast, offering a feel of the period and highlighting a special event; Introduction provides useful background information on footpath signs, countryside access, walking tips and safety; At-a-glance locations maps show all the walks featured in each area.