The Moray Way Companion
The Moray Way Companion

Author: Norman Thomson

Publisher: Birlinn Ltd

Published: 2022-06-02

Total Pages: 252

ISBN-13: 1788855620

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The Moray Way consists of all or part of three previously existing routes: the Moray Coast Trail, the Speyside Way and the Dava Way. Together they cover a huge and varied range of landscapes.This book is the ideal guide to much of what this beautiful and richly historical part of Scotland has to offer. The largest town, Forres, is an ancient royal burgh. Between it and the next biggest town of Lossiemouth lie the coastal villages of Findhorn, Burghead and Hopeman, connected by some of Scotland's finest coastal scenery and beaches. Eastwards, beyond intact remains of second world war defences, lie Garmouth and Fochabers, the former, many centuries ago, the main port of Moray Here the Moray Way turns south, following a course through the fertile Spey valley. Its many distilleries are part of the considerable variety of interest as the route continues to the resort town of Grantown. A final stage northward crosses the wild openness of Dava Moor, reaching eventually the spectacular Divie viaduct where there is a dramatic change to gentler woodlands and pastoral landscapes as the trail leads back to Forres.

Moray Coast Trail
Moray Coast Trail

Author: Sandra Bardwell

Publisher:

Published: 2011-03

Total Pages: 64

ISBN-13: 9781898481409

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'This book describes two contrasting routes in northeast Scotland: the Moray Coast Trail from Forres to Cullen, and the Dava Way, an inland route from Grantown to Forres. The Moray Coast Trail consists of 44 miles of beach walking, coastal paths, quiet roads and old railways. The Dava Way extends for 23 miles inland with vistas of mountain, moorland and farmland. We also introduce the Moray Way, a concept combining most of the above two routes with part of the Speyside Way to form a 95-mile circuit of considerable beauty and historical interest.

Fife Coastal Path
Fife Coastal Path

Author: Sandra Bardwell

Publisher:

Published: 2021-04-22

Total Pages: 80

ISBN-13: 9781913817008

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The Fife Coastal Path runs around the coastline of eastern Scotland for 117 miles (187 km) from Kincardine on the Forth to Newburgh on the Tay. Starting west of the famous Forth bridges, the route heads through former mining towns towards the villages of Fife's East Neuk (corner), with their rich tradition of smuggling and fishing. After rounding Fife Ness, the route follows the coastline through St Andrews, golf capital of the world and former religious centre of Scotland.Fife has long played an important part in Scottish history and the route passes many castles, towers and churches. There are splendid views along the coast and over the Firths of Forth and Tay, with great chances to sight seabirds, seals and dolphins. The villages have welcoming pubs, famous fish-and-chip shops and good B&Bs. Transport by train and bus makes for easy access throughout.The guidebook contains everything you need to plan and enjoy your holiday on foot, or on a bike where cycling is appropriate - details of each section showing distance, side-trips and food/drink stops; background on history, landscapes and wildlife; planning information for travel by bus, train, car and plane; lavishly illustrated, with 100 colour photographs; and detailed mapping of the entire route at 1:45,000.This second edition contains many route updates and is in an even lighter, more pocketable format. The book is rugged and printed on rainproof paper.

Speyside Way
Speyside Way

Author: Alan Castle

Publisher:

Published: 2016-11-15

Total Pages: 224

ISBN-13: 9781852848682

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Guidebook to Scotland's Speyside Way, a 66-mile walk which follows the River Spey from Aviemore to Buckie. Divided into 10 stages, which range from 2 to 11 miles, the Speyside Way can be linked to the Dava Way and Moray Coast Trail, which are also described. Includes information on accommodation and a separate booklet of 1:25k maps.

The Moray Way and the Ben Macdui Trail
The Moray Way and the Ben Macdui Trail

Author: Paul Carpenter

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2011-11-05

Total Pages: 235

ISBN-13: 1447885686

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When the Author moved upto Moray 10 years ago he had little idea about the place and has since explored it in various ways from the whiskeys, the salmon in the charasmatic rivers to the rock and sandy coast line, from the low fertile plains to the rugged mountains of the Cairngorms, by foot and bike. Plus its colourful and intriguing history from the picts, Romans, Vikings, tales of smuggling, and folk lore. The route illustrated in this book ""The Moray way"", a circular walk of over 90 miles which takes you through all of morays historical and wonderous scenery. The second route is the ""Ben Macdui Trail"". Starting at Burghead, it is a 66 mile hike from sea to clouds on roads and rough tracks taking in the old towns of Elgin and Tomintoul until reaching the Cairngorms. Both routes come with maps and descriptions, advise as to where bikes can be used, and details of whats underfoot every step of the way.

Moray Coast From Cullen to Culbin Through Time
Moray Coast From Cullen to Culbin Through Time

Author: Jenny Main

Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited

Published: 2011-03-15

Total Pages: 185

ISBN-13: 1445629577

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This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which the Moray Coast has changed and developed over the last century.

Glasdrum
Glasdrum

Author: Fiona Macbain

Publisher: Fionamacbain.com

Published: 2017-04-03

Total Pages: 306

ISBN-13: 9780995658936

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Life is not easy for the women of Glasdrum. A skeleton is unearthed, too many walkers are falling to their deaths off mountain cliffs, and the local pub doesn't know how to make a decent daiquiri. As the women battle through daily life, the spectre of death looms over the Highland town. Could one of them be living with a killer?

Take the Slow Road: Scotland
Take the Slow Road: Scotland

Author: Martin Dorey

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2018-05-03

Total Pages: 354

ISBN-13: 1844865401

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Forget hurrying. Forget putting your foot down and racing through sweeping bends. Forget the understeer (whatever that is). Forget the blur of a life lived too fast. This is a look at taking life slowly. It's about taking the time to enjoy journeys and places for their own sake. It's about stopping and putting the kettle on. Stopping to take a picture. Stopping to enjoy stopping. How are you going to do it? In a camper van or a motorhome, of course. In this book we define the best driving routes around Scotland for camper vans and motorhomes. We show you the coolest places to stay, what to see, what to do and explain why it's special. We meander around the highlands, lowlands and islands of Scotland on the most breathtaking roads, chugging up mountain passes and pootling along the coast. We show you stuff that's fun, often free. We include the best drives for different kinds of drivers; for surfers, wildlife watchers, climbers and walkers. We include the steepest, the bendiest, those with the most interesting bridges or views or obstacles, ferries and tidal causeways. And you don't even have to own a camper van or motorhome – we'll tell you the many places you can rent one to take you on the journey. All of this is interspersed with beautiful photos, handy maps and quirky travel writing from the king of camper vans and motorhomes, Martin Dorey. So if all you want to do is flick through it on a cold day and plan your next outing, you'll be transported (albeit slowly) to pastures, beaches, mountains and highways that make you want to turn the key and go, go, go! We'll take you to see Scotland the slow way. The way it should be seen.

Daughter, Disappeared
Daughter, Disappeared

Author: Fiona MacBain

Publisher: Fionamacbain.com

Published: 2016-11-08

Total Pages: 304

ISBN-13: 9780995658912

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Love, death, culture clash, escape... set in North Africa, Daughter Disappeared is a story of family survival for anyone who loves a hard-hitting 'women in jeopardy' thriller.

The Forest Guide: Scotland
The Forest Guide: Scotland

Author: Gabriel Hemery

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2023-04-13

Total Pages: 321

ISBN-13: 1472994620

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A guide to exploring 365 of Scotland's most scenic, wildlife-rich and historically significant woodlands. From the precious fragments of Caledonian pine forest to lesser-known wildwoods and urban copses, Scottish woodlands offer places of sanctuary, both for wildlife and for people. In this practical guide, Gabriel Hemery brings together the beauty, purpose, history, wildlife and ownership of some of the most extraordinary woodland sites in the country, from the largest (the Forest of Ae, which covers more than 10,000 hectares) to the smallest (Halligarth in the Shetland Islands, measuring less than a third of a hectare), and everything in-between. Some woods are notable for having the tallest or rarest trees, others are the best places in the country for spotting ospreys or red squirrels, or even marine mammals; some are known as the best places to explore preserved archaeological features, discovering hidden histories or simply enjoying spectacular scenery. Divided into 14 regions, each beginning with a summary of the region's woodland heritage, this guide features 365 sites, including details of ownership, designation, area, forest type, how to access it (including grid reference, post code and 'what3words' reference), alongside a description of the site's key features. Featuring more than 200 stunning photographs of Scotland's plants, animals and spectacular landscapes and expert region maps to help guide you to your nearest forest site, this is an essential book for adventurers, ramblers and wildlife enthusiasts. Wherever you may be in Scotland, with this guide you will never be far from a fascinating forest site!