Edinburgh & the Lothians: 47 (Pathfinder Guide) - Softcover

Brian Conduit; John Brooks

Softcover

ISBN 10: 071171097X ISBN 13: 9780711710979

Publisher: Jarrold Publishing, 2006

Synopsis

The countryside around Edinburgh is ideal for walking a superb mixture of rolling hills, expansive moorland and attractive rivers, bounded by fertile lowlands and an impressive coastline. A walk through Edinburgh city centre allows the walker to contrast the hustle and bustle of the old town with the elegant ambience of the new town. The city also forms one of the breathtaking views from a route to the summit of nearby Arthur's Seat. From Dirleton, there is a walk along the sandy Lothian coast, while the impressive ruins of Linlithgow Palace are on view from a loch-side stroll.

About this title

Synopsis

Jarrold Publishing continues its bestselling series of Pathfinder walking guides with this new title. This Pathfinder guide covers Scotland's beautiful capital city and the surrounding area - a region of varying landscapes, which includes coastline, moorland, rural countryside which is reminiscent of the gentle scenery of the Borders, and hillwalks that afford fantastic views. The 28 walks in this title will enable the walker to enjoy the very best of the Lothian region, from the charming stroll through Edinburgh's Old and New Towns and the bracing ascent of Arthur's Seat, to North Berwick Law, with its fine views over the Bass Rock and the Firth of Forth to the idyllic River Almond. The routes feature many of the most exciting and unusual historical and geological highlights of the area - the Lammermuir Hills, Roslin Glen, Gamalshiel Castle, the Pentland Ridge and the Forth Bridges. Each walk is devised with an easy-to-follow route description, fascinating background and historical detail and recommendations for points of interest and highlights.

The colour maps, specially supplied by the Ordnance Survey, are clearly detailed with the route and markers corresponding to the description in the text. With three grades of walk - easy, moderate and challenging - information on parking and refreshments, practical advice on walking, and information on local organisations, this guide is ideal for locals and holidaymakers, or keen walkers eager to explore the area.

Edition details

• Publisher: Jarrold Publishing
• Publication date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 071171097X
• ISBN 13: 9780711710979
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 96