Authors Jen and Sim Benson have chosen 200 of Britain's brilliantly best trail runs. Each has been chosen for its incredible terrain, sensational beauty and ease of navigation. There's something for everyone here, so whether you're a beginner or an expert runner, you'll enjoy discovering something new. From gentle runs to hard-as-nails ascents, discover epic trails through spectacular mountains, forest and coastal trails. Stunning photography and engaging writing chart the history of each run, route and landscape, making this a must-have guide for runners and explorers. The book includes all you need to enjoy each trail - directions, terrain data and safety advice, with Ordnance Survey 1:250,000 route maps and links to 1:25,000 maps and GPX downloads. You'll also find sections dedicated to building fitness and technique and staying safe. Wild Running is your ultimate guide to running the hills, dales and vales of Britain. Beginners Shorter, gentler runs – perfect for beginners or those returning to running Fastpacking & Ultradistance Explore the country, enjoying multi-day adventures Urban Escapes Hidden and wild trails within easy reach of the city Summits & Views Tough climbs, glorious views with fun, fast descents Coast & Beach The finest coastal running Woods & Forests Winding trails through sylvan wonderlands Wild Swimming Post-run dips and adventurous swimruns History & Culture From ancient monuments to places of literary inspiration Rocks & Scrambling Add some climbing and scrambles to your run Wildlife Seasonal highlights, nature reserves and amazing wildlife Wheels Accessible for running buggies, wheelchairs and bikes Weekends Perfect pairings for weekends
Wild Swimming Walks (Cornwall) is an essential guide to the magical and ancient landscape of Cornwall. Find yourself in secret coves and tiny harbours once frequented by smugglers, dive into sparkling emerald creeks and enjoy the salty freshness of sea swims. It's the perfect gift for wild swimmers, family explorers, nature lovers and walkers alike. Wild Swimming Walks includes detailed directions, maps and downloadable route information to print out or take with you on your phone or tablet. *Discover mermaid pools and coral sands in Penwith *Bathe by standing stones on Bodmin Moor *Swoosh down the Tamar at historic Cotehele *Glide under willows in the valleys of the Fal *Float on azure waters in Nanjizal sea cave *Follow smugglers’ paths at Prussia Cove
Whether you're an Islandeering expert or just discovering its joys, Islandeering - Adventures Around the Edge of Britain's Hidden Islands is your essential guide to the adventure of discovering 50 secret islands around Britain. Islandeering will see you circumnavigating tiny islands by walking, running, scrambling, coasteering, or even swimming around their periphery. Using your skills and wit, you'll travel around the outer land edge of 50 secret islands to complete the circuit and bag the island. From Scottish island bagging to little-known islands in England and Wales. From Essex, Somerset and Cornwall to Pembrokeshire, Northumberland and the Hebrides; follow wild foreshores, tidal causeways and remote coast paths. Complete each journey to discover a magical archipelago world. The book has 50 Islands for you to bag, and routes are graded from easy to difficult, letting you work your way up to harder challenges. You'll also have access to detailed instructions, complete with GPX downloads. Inside there are also beautiful photographs to admire and maps to study. Author Lisa Drewe also details historical, geographical and wildlife highlights, as well as her own adventures and mishaps. Author's Thoughts - Lisa Drewe This book shares my favourite day walks and adventures around 50 islands off mainland Britain and, in the true sense of islandeering, explores the coast along the way. It gives details of sea caves, cliffs and geos to explore, secret beaches, wild swims, and the huge diversity of cultural and wildlife highlights that every island has to offer. 2020 ‘Guidebook of the Year’ (OWPG) – ‘innovative, passionate and detailed – wonderfully inspirational’
Wild Swimming Walks (Devon and Dartmoor) is an essential guide to the natural beauty and stunning landscapes of Dartmoor and South Devon. Secret lakes are there to be discovered, wild waterfalls to be photographed, lush river meadows to soak up the sun while eating a picnic and the summer joys of sandy seaside secret beaches. It's the perfect gift for wild swimmers, family explorers, nature lovers and walkers alike. Wild Swimming Walks includes detailed directions, maps and downloadable route information to print out or take with you on your phone or tablet.
What better way to discover and enjoy a new place than under your own power. Whether you're on a bicycle, tandem, handcycle or tricycle, Lost Lanes takes you on a journey through the stunning countryside of Wales and the English border counties. Enjoy travelling along ancient byways, peaceful country roads and the lost lanes of Wales, a country of high mountains, deep valleys and wild windswept coasts. All the routes are clearly graded from easy to challenging, letting you choose how much effort you want to take in. And if you enjoy the pub stops as much as the biking, Lost lanes includes listings of the best pubs and tea stops, wild swim spots, viewpoints and even accommodations to make it a multi-day tour. The book is accompanied by a dedicated website where you'll find downloadable GPX files, turn-by-turn route instructions and detailed maps. This beautiful full-colour book contains 30 specially selected rides, and 6 organised event rides, including the best for: • Weekends Away and Wild Camping • Gourmets and Pubs • Ups and Downs and Natural Wonders • History, Arts and Culture • Families • Wild Swimming *Cruise from cove to cove along the stunning Pembrokeshire coast, on quiet lanes bejewelled with wildflowers. *Explore the ruins of the lower Wye Valley, from lost medieval villages to Roman remains, Norman strongholds and the awe-inspiring Tintern Abbey. *Follow in the tyre tracks of the pioneering ‘pass stormers’ of the 1920s with an adventurous route over the wild and windswept Berwyn Mountains.
Wild Swimming Walks (London and South East) is an essential guide to those of you seeking to escape city life - even just for a day. 28 routes will see you discovering swimming meadows along the Thames, the solitude of secret coves of the Sussex seashore and the thrill of finding hidden islands on the Essex coast. It's the perfect gift for wild swimmers, family explorers, nature lovers and walkers alike. Wild Swimming Walks includes detailed directions, maps and downloadable route information to print out or take with you on your phone or tablet. Includes suggestions for longer weekends away as well. All the walking routes are accessible by train and each comes with ideas for places to visit and refreshments along the route.
What better way to discover and enjoy a new place than under your own power. Whether you're on a bicycle, tandem, handcycle or tricycle, Lost Lanes takes you on a journey through the bucolic splendour of Southern England. From gentle spins to weekend camping adventures and energetic hill climbs, enjoy wild seashores, enchanted woodlands, breathtaking vistas and midnight escapades. Spin past hedgerows and open meadows, along sparkling rivers and wild seashores, and see it all from the best vantage point of all: that humble yet extraordinary transport of delight, the bicycle. All the routes are clearly graded from easy to challenging, letting you choose how much effort you want to take in. And if you enjoy the pub stops as much as the biking, Lost lanes includes listings of the best pubs and tea stops, wild swim spots, viewpoints and even accommodations to make it a multi-day tour. The book is accompanied by a dedicated website where you'll find downloadable GPX files, turn-by-turn route instructions and detailed maps. And it gives guidance on how to access rides by train - phew, the car can be left at home. The book includes 256 pages, and includes the following: • Route overviews, distances and maps • Overnight stops, from B&Bs to camping under the stars • Best pubs and tea stops • Wild swims, breathtaking views and fascinating history
What better way to discover and enjoy a new place than under your own power. Whether you're on a bicycle, tandem, handcycle or tricycle, Lost Lanes takes you on a journey through the byways of the Midlands and beyond, from the windswept hills of Shropshire to the big skies of Lincolnshire, from the crags of the Peak District to the comely villages of the Cotswolds All the routes are clearly graded from easy to challenging, letting you choose how much effort you want to take in. And if you enjoy the pub stops as mush as the biking, Lost lanes includes listings of the best pubs and tea stops, wild swim spots, viewpoints and even accommodations to make it a multi-day tour. The book is accompanied by a dedicated website where you'll find downloadable GPX files, turn-by-turn route instructions and detailed maps. And all rides are accessible by train, so the car can be left at home. *Enjoy the traffic-free trails of the Peak District – dramatic landscapes, grand country houses and industrial archaeology *Explore the Cotswolds on its quietest country lanes and hidden byways, stopping at cosy pubs and breathtaking sunset viewpoints *Follow in the tyre tracks of Edward Elgar to the summit of the Malvern Hills for some of the most splendid views of England *Discover secret Birmingham on its vast network of canal towpaths and traffic-free urban greenways
What better way to discover and enjoy a new place than under your own power. Whether you're on a bicycle, tandem, handcycle or tricycle, Lost Lanes takes you on a journey through the stunning countryside of Western England. From windswept coastal roads to wild moors to rolling hills to deep and ancient wooded valleys, you'll find yourself enjoying a freewheeling tour of lost lanes and forgotten byways. All the routes are clearly graded from easy to challenging, letting you choose how much effort you want to take in. And if you enjoy the pub stops as much as the biking, Lost lanes includes listings of the best pubs and tea stops, wild swim spots, viewpoints and even accommodations to make it a multi-day tour. The book is accompanied by a dedicated website where you'll find downloadable GPX files, turn-by-turn route instructions and detailed maps. This beautiful full-colour book contains 30 specially selected rides, and 6 organised event rides, including the best for: • Weekends Away and Wild Camping • Gourmets and Pubs • Ups and Downs and Natural Wonders • History, or Arts and Culture • Families • Wild Swimming *Escape to ancient trackways of Wessex’s chalk downs, passing the prehistoric remains of Avebury, Silbury Hill and Stonehenge. *Ride traffic-free paths along the River Dart, River Camel and River Exe stopping for river swims and picnics in sun-dappled woodlands. *Climb to the windswept heights of Dartmoor and Exmoor and descend beneath the towering crags of Cheddar Gorge. *Discover car-free routes through the grand estates of Longleat, Stourhead, Lanhydrock and Ashton Court.
Weight Trend The Body Smart Scale’s screen displays an easy-to-read graph with your previous 8 measurements – showcasing the difference between your latest measurement and the one before, allowing you to accurately track your weight and BMI. Family-Friendly Features The scales can be used by up to 8 users and can be used by all the family with advanced features for parents and pregnant women. With the Baby Mode feature, parents can track their child’s weight by simply stepping on the scale while holding their baby. Additionally, the Pregnancy Tracker feature provides personalised guidance with obstetrician-reviewed advice, tips, and weight tracking. Automatic Wi-Fi and Bluetooth® Synchronisation Easily sync your smartphone to the Body Smart Scale and receive automatic Wi-Fi or Bluetooth® synchronisation of your every weigh-in straight to the Health Mate™ app. Health Mate™ The Health Mate™ app coaches you to reach your goals with personalised advice and encouragement. Local Weather Forecast Once the scale is connected to Wi-Fi, it can be set up to provide a daily local weather forecast – making it easier to plan your outfit and day's activities. Specifications Connectivity Wireless Sync: WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, compatible with WEP/WPA/WPA2-personal networks, or, Bluetooth connectivity (Bluetooth Smart Ready) Requirements: Body can be installed on a smartphone or a tablet, via the Health Mate app available on iOS (iOS 10 and higher) and Android (6.0 and higher). Cannot be set up from a computer. Device Four Weight Sensors: Weighing range: 5 -> 180kg (9 -> 396lb). 100g (0.2lb) graduation Weight Units: kg, lb, st lb Patented Body Position Detector: Highly-accurate weighing via Position ControlTM technology Scale Materials: Large, high-strength tempered glass platform. Paint-free satin white casing. Ultra slim design. Dimensions: 12.8 x 12.8 x 0.9 in. / 327x327x23mm Display: Large, easy-on-the-eye graphical display (2.4”x1.6”), 128x64 pixels, high-contrast lighting Storage and Memory: Free and unlimited online storage of weight readings. Stores up to 16 readings if scale cannot sync wirelessly Battery Type: 4x 1.5V Alkaline cells (AAA). Average battery lifetime of 18 months.
Fully Body Composition The Body Plus Smart Scale tracks weight, BMI, total body fat and water percentage, plus bone and muscle mass. Display The scales display features a graph with your previous 8 measurements, as well as the difference between your latest measurement and the one before. Family-Friendly Features The Body Plus Smart Scale is great for all the family and for multiple users. The scales keep track of up to 8 users and includes revolutionary solutions for parents and pregnant women. With Baby Mode, parents can track their child’s weight by simply stepping on to the scale, while holding their baby. Additionally, the Pregnancy Tracker function provides personalised guidance with obstetrician-reviewed advice, tips, and personalised weight tracking. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth® Synchronisation Automatically sync your weigh-in data to your smartphone in the Health Mate™ app via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth®. Local Weather Forecast Plan ahead, with the scales display showing you the local weather forecast at a glance. Simply connect the scales to Wi-Fi and it will provide you with a local weather forecast that can help you better plan for the day ahead. Specifications Connectivity Wireless Sync: WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, compatible with WEP/WPA/WPA2-personal networks. Bluetooth connectivity (Bluetooth Smart Ready). Requirements: Body+ can be installed on a smartphone or a tablet, via the Health Mate app available on iOS (iOS 10 and higher) and Android (6.0 and higher). Cannot be set up from a computer. Device Four Weight Sensors: 5 -> 180kg (9 -> 396lb) weighing range. 100g (0.2lb) graduation. Weight Units: kg, lb, st, lb Patented Body Position Detector: Highly-accurate weighing via Position ControlTM technology Scale Material: Large, high-strength tempered glass platform. Paint-free satin white casing. Ultra slim design. Dimensions: 12.8 x 12.8 x 0.9 in. / 327x327x23mm Display Type: Large, easy-on-the-eye graphical display (2.4”x1.6”), 128x64 pixels. High-contrast lighting. Storage and Memory: Free and unlimited online storage of weight readings. Stores up to 16 readings if scale cannot sync wirelessly Power Supply: 4x 1.5V Alkaline cells (AAA). Average battery lifetime of 18 months. Automatic User Recognition: Up to 8 different users
Heart Health Tracking The Body Cardio Smart Scale provides an indication into your cardiovascular health. Using pulse wave velocity, an innovative metric usually restricted to a hospital setting. Full Body Composition The scales all keep track of your weight, BMI, total body fat, water percentage, plus bone and muscle mass. Weight Trend Screen Helping you to see trends in your weight, the Weight Trend display features a graph with your previous 8 measurements, as well as showing the difference between your latest measurements and the one before. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Connectivity All data, from the scales, automatically syncs with your smartphone via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. Family-Friendly Features The Body Cardio Smart Scale recognises and tracks up to 8 users and includes revolutionary features specifically tailored towards parents and pregnant women. The Baby Mode allows parents to track their child’s weight - simply step on to the scale while holding your baby to keep track of your child's growing weight. Meanwhile, the Pregnancy Mode provides personalised guidance with obstetrician-reviewed advice, tips, and personalised weight tracking. Health Mate App Every weigh-in automatically appears in the Health Mate app. The app coaches users with tips and encouragement, which will help you to better reach your goals. Local Weather Forecast By connecting the scales to Wi-Fi, the scales will provide a daily local weather forecast that can help you better prepare for the day ahead. Specifications Connectivity Wireless Sync: WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, compatible with WEP/WPA/WPA2-personal networks, Bluetooth connectivity (Bluetooth Smart Ready) Requirements: Body Cardio can be installed on a smartphone or a tablet, via the Health Mate app available on iOS (iOS 10 and higher) and Android (6.0 and higher), Cannot be set up from a computer Device Four Weight Sensors: Weighing range: 5 -> 180kg (9 -> 396lb), 100g (0.2lb) graduation Weight Units: kg, lb, st lb Patented Body Position Detector: Highly-accurate weighing via Position ControlTM technology Scale Construction: Large, high-strength tempered glass platform, Flat aluminium base, Ultra slim design Dimensions: 12.8 x 12.8 x 0.7 in. / 327x327x18mm Display: Large, easy-on-the-eye graphical display (2.4”x1.6”), 128x64 pixels, High-contrast lighting Storage and Memory: Free and unlimited online storage of weight readings, Stores up to 16 readings if scale cannot sync wirelessly Power Supply: Rechargeable li-ion battery (micro USB, included) Battery Life: Average battery life: up to 12 months Metrics Tracked Weight: Four weight sensors, Patent-pending body position detector, Highly accurate weighing Body Composition: Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis, Athlete and non-athlete mode, Unit: body fat %, total body water %, muscle mass kg or lb, bone mass kg or lb Heart Rate: Patented heart rate measurement technology, Unit: bpm (beats per minute) Pulse Wave Velocity: Unit: m/s (meters per second) Automatic User Recognition: Up to 8 different users