4. The Ridgeway
The Ridgeway is the 85 mile national trail that incorporates one of the oldest 'green roads' in Europe. Following the countryside agency's acorn waymarks the scenic route stretches from Overton hill in the west across Marlborough downs and the vale of the white horse over the undulating hills of the Chilterns to the Ivinghoe beacon. This is the complete, official guide for long distance weekend walkers and riders. All you need is this one book.
- The route is split into convenient sections.
- 1:25,000 Ordnance Survey maps for each section marked with points of special interest.
- Circular routes off the trail for shorter walks in the area.
- Route information on each section, with colour photographs and notes on nearby features.
- Background information on local history, wildlife, archaeology, geology, industry, and land use.
- Towns and villages on the route with facilities for walkers.
- Sources of information on accommodation, including camping, and public transport.
- Addresses of useful organisations.
- The Countryside Access Charter on your rights and responsibilities when out in the countryside.