Britain By Bike: Foreword by Clare Balding

Hardback

Main Details

Title Britain By Bike: Foreword by Clare Balding
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Jane Eastoe
Foreword by Clare Balding
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:200
Dimensions(mm): Height 192,Width 136
Category/GenreCycling
Travel and holiday guides
ISBN/Barcode 9781906388713
ClassificationsDewey:796.640941
Audience
General
Illustrations 250 illustrations

Publishing Details

Publisher Pavilion Books
Imprint Batsford Ltd
Publication Date 7 June 2010
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

WINNER OF THE BEST BRITISH BOOK AND BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD AT THE BRITISH BOOK DESIGN AND PRODUCTION AWARDS 2010 Join Clare Balding on some terrific cycle rides around Britain, whether it's a week-long cycling holiday or an afternoon ride with the family, the book has a cycle ride for everyone. Free-wheeling on and off road - along obscure lanes, bridleways and disused railway lines - Britain by Bike reveals a fresh perspective on our country. Revel in beautiful breathtaking and exhilarating cycle routes and scenery in the six regions of Britain and find out the unusual ways to enjoy these islands, whether it's going to green man festivals, learning local customs or resting up at remote campsites or posh yurts! Share in Clare Balding's practical and cycle-related challenge and learn how to make the most of pedal power with guidance on reading a map, puncture repair, bad weather and tricky terrain. Discover Britain by Bike.

Author Biography

Jane Eastoe has been a journalist and author for 25 years and a garden designer and horticulturalist for 15 years. She has been writing for the National Trust Books list for the last 3 years and was the chief contributor to the National Trust Book of the Countryside, including the regional features. Her other books include Wild Food, Home Grown Fruit and Allotments. She is a softie cyclist, enjoying the Kent countryside, wh ... read more on our website.

Reviews

This charming guide charts Balding's progress around Britain's finest routes, interspersed with fascinating cultural and historical insights, complemented by a picture archive that'll have all tourers yearning for yesteryear. Countryfile, May 2010.