A Lake District Miscellany - Hardcover

Tom Holman

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6 ratings by Goodreads

9780711228511: A Lake District Miscellany

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0711228515 ISBN 13: 9780711228511

Publisher: Frances Lincoln, 2007

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Packed with facts, figures, biographies, recipes, poems and lists, this is an entertaining and informative ramble through the Lake District. Discover the area's best fells, walks, views, food and pubs, all chosen by people in the know. Learn the lingo of Cumbrian sheepdog trials and wrestling, and uncover the secrets of cooking sticky toffee pudding and Kendal mint cake. The Lake District Miscellany has everything you need to know about this much-loved part of the country - and a few things you never thought you wanted to know.

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Review:

A real favourite in the Country Walking Office, this is a random explosion of fascinating Lakeland facts, pocket essays and irresistible lists pulled together in the style of 'Schott's Miscellany'. --Country Walking

A pleasant ramble through the Lakes, filled with facts, figures, recipes abd poems from the region, as well as more unusual tips such as working out the wind-chill factor on the Fells, or understanding the local Lake District lingo. --Country Living

If you are passionate about the Lake District this will be a little gem. --Sunday Telegraph

Synopsis:

Which Lake District fell has the steepest climb?What is the most common reason for mountain rescue call-outs?Where in the Lake District did Beatrix Potter find her inspiration?How do you build a dry stone wall?Who first ran over 42 mountains in 24 hours?When did the Lake District get the most rain ever recorded in Britain?Why does Cumbria have the biggest liars and the best gurners?"The Lake District Miscellany" has all the answers. From the highest fells to the deepest lakes, via the people, places, history and customs, this book is a celebration of all that makes the Lake District so special.Packed with facts, figures, biographies, recipes, poems and lists, this is an entertaining and informative ramble through the Lake District. Discover the area's best fells, walks, views, food and pubs, all chosen by people in the know. Learn the lingo of Cumbrian sheepdog trials and wrestling, and uncover the secrets of cooking sticky toffee pudding and Kendal mint cake."The Lake District Miscellany" has everything you need to know about this much-loved part of the country - and a few things you never thought you wanted to know.

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