100 Classic Coastal Walks In Scotland Av Andrew Dempster

<p><b><i>If you are keen to explore the six thousand miles of coastline that Scotland has to offer, then this is the perfect guide for you. Complete with maps and illustrations and covering walks ranging from gentle strolls, family friendly outings and full-scale hikes, this is the perfect handbook for any Scottish adventure!</i></b><br><b><br>''An invaluable accessory to the boots and the backpack'' -- <i>Daily Record</i></b><br><b>''This selection of day trips, including maps and useful information, is a welcome sight'' -- <i>Scottish Field</i></b><br><b>''Superb book with some great walks in it - ideal for new and old hikers alike'' -- ***** Reader review</b><br><b>''Excellent and very informative'' -- ***** Reader review</b><br><b>''Brilliant - very impressed, nicely laid out and nice maps too'' -- ***** Reader review</b><br>**************************************************************************************<br>Scotland and its islands encompass more than 10,000 miles of breath-taking coastline. The 100 routes outlined by Andrew Dempster in this essential guide take in the <b>quaint fishing ports</b>, long <b>sun-bleached strands</b> and vast <b>golf links</b> of <b>the east coast</b>; the <b>grand Gothic cliffs</b>, <b>natural arches</b> and <b>storm-tossed sea-stacks</b> that comprise much of the fractured edge of <b>the Atlantic</b>; the kaleidoscopic <b>wildflower carpet</b> of <b>the Western Isles machair</b>; the <b>romantic castles</b> and Clearance settlements of <b>Skye</b>; and myriad <b>idyllic secluded beaches</b> and <b>awe-inspiring clifftop vantage points.<br></b><br>This unique guide covers the whole spectrum, from <b>short hour-long beach strolls</b> to serious <b>full-day hikes</b> that require mountain gear and total commitment.<br><br><b>Compiled in a user-friendly format, containing maps and illustrations throughout</b>, <i>100 Classic Coastal Walks in Scotland</i> provides a wealth of walking possibilities for anyone with an interest in outdoor pursuits, with many of the walks also suitable for children.<br><br><b>Book that staycation now!</b></p>