Short Walks to Curious Places

This is a walks book with a difference, with a story at every step. And Roly Smith, one of our most experienced and knowledgeable outdoor writers, is the perfect guide to lead you to some of the most fascinating and interesting corners of Britain. I plan to use it myself on my frequent travels around our lovely country. * Sir Chris Bonington *
Why go abroad when there is so much to discover in Great Britain, as revealed in Roly’s fascinating book? This is not just another walks guide - it is 50 adventures in places you may never have thought about. -- Kate Ashbrook
As someone who loves walking, British landscape and history, and all things eerie, strange and 'hauntological' with a good dash of folk horror, I adored this book. Brilliant and absorbing, either out in 'the field' or in the armchair. Fabulous. -- Stuart Maconie
From the bird-haunted cliffs of Skomer to the perfect glacial valley of High Cup, spectacular house ruins in Leicestershire’s Bradgate Park and the ancient mossy rocks and trees of Wistman's Wood on Dartmoor, these islands are packed with intriguing, out-of-the-way treasures. This valuable guidebook of easily manageable walks, put together by the vastly experienced Roly Smith, whets your appetite and points you in the right direction. -- Chris Somerville, Walking Correspondent of The Times
Fifty great adventures to be had – guided by the pen of a writer who really does know the lie of the land…. * Country Ways *
Beautifully written, splendidly researched, and superbly illustrated * Outdoor Focus *