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Within the boundaries of the Brecon Beacons National Park there are four separate mountain ranges, including the Black Mountains as well as the Beacons themselves. Most of the area is underlain by old red sandstone, which distinguishes it from the more rugged mountains of North Wales, and several walks explore this terrain of smooth, sweeping grassy uplands and wide, open vistas, including the Brecon Beacons Horseshoe. By extending some walks to the south of the mountains, in the valleys, vale and coast of Glamorgan (including Llantwit Major and the Heritage Coast), the scope of scenic and historic attractions is extended.
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61 of 61 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
What an excellent choice Christmas present. 28 walks situated from Llandovery in the west to Abergavenny in the east and stretching down to Cowbridge in the south. Each walk gives you information such as the distance to cover, the length of time its going to take and other information like where to find the nearest refreshments and car-parks. The walk is then comprehensively written up, and its accompanied with the OS 1:25,000 map on the page with the route highlighted. With the book printed in paperback, and about the same size as a folded OS map, its no problem to take along with you. If you have ever used the walks from 'Trail' magazine, this is written in a similar format. I've already done a couple of the walks, and ordered another two books for other areas in the UK.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
The format of this book is great, putting walks into 3 classifcations of ease / difficulty - very important when you have young children with you. It now has a great addition of GPS coordinates if you have a hand held device.
We're fairly amateurish walkers but do like a challenge and this book caters for all. The layout is great and the size is good for carrying around. It's ideal if you have never visited the Brecon Beacons area before and provides a good focus when planning your holiday. We bought an OS map too and looked on the tourist information websites and between all 3 resources had a fun-packed holiday - even with the Great British weather!
It's a pity that some of the footpaths weren't particularly well maintained and sometimes we were up to our eyes in mud...
We're fairly amateurish walkers but do like a challenge and this book caters for all. The layout is great and the size is good for carrying around. It's ideal if you have never visited the Brecon Beacons area before and provides a good focus when planning your holiday. We bought an OS map too and looked on the tourist information websites and between all 3 resources had a fun-packed holiday - even with the Great British weather!
It's a pity that some of the footpaths weren't particularly well maintained and sometimes we were up to our eyes in mud...
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
We own quite a few of these guides and are entirely happy to give 5 stars to the entire series having had so much enjoyment from their use. Word to the wise though - taking a compass along is recommended as footpaths are updated/changed and on one walk we did partially closed so take your brain with you as well. Most walks though are easily followed via clear instructions and the included os map guide with each walk. Although paperback the paper quality is extremely high - the guide we own for our local area is at least 10 years old and looks as if it will do 10 more, quality throughout!!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Very useful guide to the area
We used this on a recent holiday in the region and found it very helpful for highlighting some very good walks. The maps are very clear and route descriptions accurate. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Dave
Perhaps the best walking and touring guide for the area
My wife and I relied on this book to plan and enjoy our holiday in the Brecon area. It was excellent and we are confident that no other guide comes near to this one in use or value... Read more
Published 16 months ago by G. J. Kirby
Very poor condition overall
Product described as "GOOD CONDITION".... arrived with a torn page, loose pages and broken spine.
Published on 7 Aug 2009 by Mr. Paul Carde
Excellent product
A well recommended book,
The areas covered and information is excellent. Worth getting the books for the areas you are living or travelling.
The areas covered and information is excellent. Worth getting the books for the areas you are living or travelling.
Published on 15 Jun 2009 by Mr. Phil Bond
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