The Rough Guide to Camping in Britain reviews over three hundred of the country's best campsites, travelling from Scilly to Shetland, taking in Yorkshire hills, Hampshire glampsites, Welsh Islands and Highland co-operatives. This, the second edition, features new campsites that have caught our attention since the first editon, and has been thoroughly researched and updated. Written by campers for campers, Rough Guides' writers have visited sites across the country, checking out views, testing the shower temperatures and spending night after night under canvas. The Rough Guide to Camping in Britain explores everything from equipment and cooking to glamping, wild camping and festivals. Full-colour throughout, its pictures bring the splendid sites to life, whilst indexes, maps and lists arranged by category help you move through the guide with ease. The Rough Guide to Camping in Britain is the complete companion for novice campers who don't know where to start and experienced tent-riggers looking for a new destination. Whether you want snug tipis and creature comforts or simple sites in stunning wilderness locations, this guide has it covered. Now available in PDF format.
Great tips and advice, from gentle rambles to serious fell-walking ... -understand maps, use a compass and be a skilful navigator -choose comfortable clothing and safe equipment -plan routes and prepare for back-packing trips -avoid outdoor hazards and handle difficult situations -maximise your enjoyment of the outdoors -help protect the environment This book is packed with useful advice and information for walkers of all levels. If you want to know how to choose walking boots, take a compass bearing or know the environmentally-friendly way to 'poo' in the woods, then this book is for you. The Greatest Guide to Walking and Mountain Hiking is essential reading for all new walkers but experienced walkers will also pick up many new tips by reading it. Author Mark S Elliott has been an avid walker for over 18 years. He has trekked and climbed mountains in many parts of the world and ran his own outdoor leisure and training company in the Lake District. He shares his extensive knowledge of the outdoors with you in this book. .
The Rough Guide to Scottish Highlands and Islands Make the most of your time on Earth with the ultimate travel guides. World-renowned 'tell it like it is' travel guide Discover Scottish Highlands and Islands with this comprehensive and entertaining travel guide, packed with practical information and honest recommendations by our independent experts. Whether you plan to take a boat out on a remote loch, take a whale-watching tour off the Isle of Mull or cheer on some Highland games, The Rough Guide to Scottish Highlands and Islands will help you discover the best places to explore, eat, drink, shop and sleep along the way. Features of this travel guide to Scottish Highlands and Islands: - Detailed regional coverage: provides practical information for every kind of trip, from off-the-beaten-track adventures to chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas - Honest and independent reviews: written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, our writers will help you make the most from your trip to Scottish Highlands and Islands - Meticulous mapping: practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys. Find your way around the Western Isles, Argyll and many more locations without needing to get online - Fabulous full-colour photography: features inspirational colour photography, including royal blue waters lapping the cliffs of Shetland and the romantic West Highland Railway steaming over the Glenfinnan Viaduct. - Time-saving itineraries: carefully planned routes will help inspire and inform your on-the-road experiences - Things not to miss: Rough Guides' rundown of the best sights and top experiences to be found in the Highlands, Great Glen and Skye - Travel tips and info: packed with essential pre-departure information including getting around, accommodation, food and drink, health, the media, festivals, sports and outdoor activities, culture and etiquette, shopping and more - Background information: comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter provides fascinating insights into Scotland with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary - Covers: Argyll, the central Highlands, the Great Glen, the north and northwest Highlands, Skye and the small Isles, the Western Isles, Orkney and Shetland You may also be interested in: Rough Guide to Scotland, Pocket Rough Guide Isle of Skye About Rough Guides: Rough Guides have been inspiring travellers for over 35 years, with over 30 million copies sold globally. Synonymous with practical travel tips, quality writing and a trustworthy 'tell it like it is' ethos, the Rough Guides list includes more than 260 travel guides to 120+ destinations, gift-books and phrasebooks.
Practical travel guide to Scotland featuring points-of-interest structured lists of all sights and off-the-beaten-track treasures, with detailed colour-coded maps, practical details about what to see and to do in Scotland, how to get there and around, pre-departure information, as well as top time-saving tips, like a visual list of things not to miss in Scotland, expert author picks and itineraries to help you plan your trip. The Rough Guide to Scotland covers: Edinburgh and the Lothians, The Borders, Dumfries and Galloway, Ayrshire and Arran, Glasgow and the Clyde, Argyll and Bute, Stirling, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs, Fife, Perthshire, Northeast Scotland, The Great Glen and River Spey, The north and northwest Highlands, Skye and the Small Isles, The Western Isles, Orkney and Shetland Inside this travel guide you'll find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selected for every kind of trip to Scotland, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Edinburgh to family activities in child-friendly places, like Caledonian Forest or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Orkney. PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS Essential pre-departure information including Scotland entry requirements, getting around, health information, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, shopping, tips for travellers with disabilities and more. TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES Carefully planned routes covering the best of Scotland give a taste of the richness and diversity of the destination, and have been created for different time frames or types of trip. DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGE Clear structure within each sightseeing chapter includes regional highlights, brief history, detailed sights and places ordered geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs and major shops or entertainment options. INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCAL Tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for walking spots, top museums and historic castles. HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISS Rough Guides' rundown of The Western Isles, Northeast Scotland and Shetland's best sights and top experiences help to make the most of each trip to Scotland, even in a short time. HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWS: Written by Rough Guides' expert authors with a trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, to help to find the best places in Scotland, matching different needs. BACKGROUND INFORMATION Comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter features fascinating insights into Scotland, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary. FABULOUS FULL COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHY Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Loch Ness and the spectacular Cuillin Range. COLOUR-CODED MAPPING Practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys for quick orientation in Glasgow, Aberdeen and many more locations in Scotland, reduce need to go online. USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUT With helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time.
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The Rough Guide to Scotland is the ultimate travel guide to this beguiling and beautiful country. It will guide you through Scotland with reliable information and detailed coverage of all of Scotland's attractions, from the world-class cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow to its many idyllic islands. The Rough Guide to Scotland features detailed practical advice on what to see and do and how to get about, plus up-to-date reviews of the best hotels, B&Bs, shops and restaurants. Whether you're looking for traditional village pubs or want to go puffin-spotting on Shetland, it's covered. Accurate maps and comprehensive practical information help you get under the skin of Scotland, whilst stunning photography and an inspirational introduction make this your ultimate travelling companion. Make the most of your time on Earth with The Rough Guide to Scotland. Now available in epub format.
This Wales guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places. It also provides detailed practical information on preparing for a trip and what to do on the ground. And this Wales travel guidebook is printed on paper from responsible sources, and verified to meet the FSC’s strict environmental and social standards. This Wales guidebook covers: Cardiff and southeast Wales, Southwest Wales, The Brecon Beacons and Powys, The Cambrian coast, The Dee Valley and around, Snowdonia and the Llŷn, The north coast and Anglesey. Inside this Wales travel book, you’ll find: A wide range of sights – Rough Guides experts have hand-picked places for travellers with different needs and desires: off-the-beaten-track adventures, family activities or chilled-out breaks Itinerary examples – created for different time frames or types of trip Practical information – how to get to Wales, all about public transport, food and drink, shopping, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, tips for travellers with disabilities and more Author picks and things not to miss in Wales – Conwy, Cadair Idris, The Gower Peninsula, Adventure Parc Snowdonia, Wacky Llanwrtyd Wells, Ffestiniog Railway, St Davids Cathedral, Mawddach Trail, Carreg Cennen Castle, Pembrokeshire Coast Path, Snowdon, Tryfan, Edward I's Iron Ring, Cardiff, Brecon Beacons, Male Voice Choirs, Wye Valley, Industrial Heritage, Hay-on-Wye, Abergavenny's Food, Zip-wire Madness, Aberglasney Insider recommendations – tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money, and find the best local spots When to go to Wales – high season, low season, climate information and festivals Where to go – a clear introduction to Wales with key places and a handy overview Extensive coverage of regions, places and experiences – regional highlights, sights and places for different types of travellers, with experiences matching different needs Places to eat, drink and stay – hand-picked restaurants, cafes, bars and hotels Practical info at each site – hours of operation, websites, transit tips, charges Colour-coded mapping – with keys and legends listing sites categorised as highlights, eating, accommodation, shopping, drinking and nightlife Background information for connoisseurs – history, culture, art, architecture, film, books, religion, diversity Essential Welsh dictionary and glossary of local terms Fully updated post-COVID-19 The guide provides a comprehensive and rich selection of places to see and things to do in Wales, as well as great planning tools. It’s the perfect companion, both ahead of your trip and on the ground.
The Rough Guide Snapshot to Glasgow is the ultimate travel guide to this dynamic part of Scotland. It leads you through the city and along the Clyde with reliable information and comprehensive coverage of all the sights and attractions, from the fascinating Kelvingrove Art Gallery and the West End's live music scene to the distinctive architecture of Charles Rennie Mackintosh and the villages of the Clyde Valley. Detailed maps and up-to-date listings pinpoint the best cafés, restaurants, hotels, shops, bars, and nightlife, ensuring you make the most of your trip, whether passing through, staying for the weekend, or longer. Also included is the Basics section from the Rough Guide to Scotland, with all the practical information you need for traveling in and around Scotland, including transportation, food, drink, costs, events, and spectator sports. Also published as part of the Rough Guide to Scotland.
The Rough Guides Snapshot Scotland: Edinburgh is the ultimate travel guide to the capital of Scotland. It leads you through the city with reliable information and comprehensive coverage of all the sights and attractions, from Arthur's Seat to Edinburgh Castle. Detailed maps and up-to-date listings pinpoint the best cafés, restaurants, hotels, shops, bars and nightlife - plus a guide to the Edinburgh Festival - ensuring you make the most of your trip, whether passing through, staying for the weekend or longer. The Rough Guides Snapshot Scotland: Edinburgh also covers the top places to visit outside the center, including East Lothian, Midlothian and West Lothian. Also included is the Basics section from the Rough Guide to Scotland, with all the practical information you need for travelling in and around Edinburgh, including transport, food, drink, accommodation, outdoor activities and costs. Also published as part of the Rough Guide to Scotland. The Rough Guides Snapshot Scotland: Edinburgh is equivalent to 86 printed pages.
