Rediscover the magic of Alfred Wainwright’s Lakeland with “Wainwright’s TV Walks,” a beautifully presented hardcover guide curated by his close friend and television collaborator, Eric Robson. This book goes beyond a simple walking guide, offering an intimate glimpse into Wainwright’s world through Robson’s personal anecdotes and behind-the-scenes stories from filming the popular BBC series. Featuring 17 walks from the original TV program, plus a bonus route in the Outlying Fells, this book combines practical information with a heartfelt tribute to a fell-walking icon. Expect detailed route descriptions, Ordnance Survey map references, ascent information, and clear directions perfect for both seasoned hikers and those new to the fells. Published by Frances Lincoln, this volume is an invaluable companion for anyone seeking to explore the stunning landscapes that Wainwright so dearly loved, guided by someone who knew him best.
Wainwright’s TV Walks
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All the 17 walks shown on the television series, plus a bonus from the Outlying Fells, are covered in full in this handy book, bringing together more than 250 pages from the Pictorial Guides. Wainwright’s old friend Eric Robson sets the scene for each walk with stories from the days he spent filming with the great fell-walker, adding his own personal impressions of the fell and the chosen ascent. Practical sections give the length of each route, the ascent in feet, the best O.S. map to take along, how to get to the start of the walk, and suggestions for the best route down. Here is all you need to get out and enjoy the Lakeland landscape — and who better to take along as your guide than the one and only Alfred Wainwright — much-loved British character and fell-walking legend.
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| ISBN-10 | 071122806X |
| ISBN-13 | 9780711228061 |
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| Pages | 343 |
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| Weight | 4000 |
| Dewey decimal | 796.51094278 |
