Yorkshire Dales

By David Leather

Produced in association with the Ramblers_ Association and HARVEY Maps, this new series covers some of the most popular walking areas in Britain and Ireland, combining detailed route descriptions with information on the local history and wildlife.The magnificent Yorkshire Dales include impressive limestone formations, beautiful waterfalls and shadowy peaks. Picturesque dales such as Swaledale, Wharfedale and Dentdale meander through the area, where abbey ruins, ancient farmhouses and villages wait to be discovered.The introduction gives information about the topography, geology and history of the area, and describes the flora and fauna inhabiting it._The main section of the book comprises 30 walks, suitable for all abilities, from young children to experienced walkers. Each walk has a key illustrating principal features, such as level of difficulty and type of terrain, a route profile indicating altitude and distances, as well as a fact file summarising useful information, such as start and finish points, duration, safety advice and points of interest._Illustrated with colour maps from leading authority, Harveys, each walk is then described in detail with clear, easy-to-follow instructions. As well as route descriptions, the text gives the history of the main landmarks along the way and information about the natural history of the area, and is accompanied by stunning colour photographs.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 000710619X
• ISBN13: 9780007106196
• Release Date: April 2003
• Publisher: HarperCollins UK
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 0.5" x 6.0"