17. Hadrian's Wall Path
Hadrian's Wall path is the new national trail of some 84 miles linking Wallsend, near Newcastle-upon-Tyne, with Bowness on Solway on England's west coast. The path shadows for its greater part, the historic line of Hadrian's Wall; it lies within a world heritage site, and there are many opportunities to explore the fascinating history of four centuries of Roman rule. It is also a walk of dramatic contrasts, starting amid bustling, redeveloped Newcastle and finishing on the lonely shores of the Solway Firth. This is the complete, official guide for the long distance walker or the weekend stroller. 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.
" 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.