This comprehensive guide describes 100 routes of varying lengths and difficulty, from gentle strolls to tough excursions and therefore contains something suitable for every category of walker. It includes virtually every mountain summit in Wales, many of which are represented in a guide for the first time. It includes practical advice about safety and equipment and provides fascinating geological, historical and general interest facts. Each of the routes guarantees at least one summit and is designed so that it requires the use of only one OS Explorer map sheet. All the routes start and finish at the same point with safe car parking in mind.

The guide has divided the walks into 20 mountain groups starting in the north west corner of the principality and finishing in the south east. They are as follows: Llyn - an ancient Celtic stronghold; Eifionydd - intriguing hills where history and legend blend; Snowdon - the pride of Wales and the land of King Arthur; Glyder - a textbook example of a landscape created by glaciers; Carneddau - Contains the largest area of land above 1000m in the British Isles outside Scotland; Clwydian - modest hills, witness to a turbulent past; Moelwyni - the industrial dereliction is now a part of the heritage of Gwynedd; Rhinog - provides some of the most rugged and demanding walking in Britain; Arennig - lonely peaks rise above abandoned valleys; Berwyn - possesses its own brand of beauty; Aran - a fascinating place, but access is restricted; Cadair Idris - savage country; Dyfi Forest - an area of unbroken solitude, vast skies and broad expanses; Pumlumon - high windswept moorland, solemn and mysterious; Cwmdeuddwr - Wales' great wilderness; Radnor Forest - a jewel in the British countryside; Carmarthen Fan - a fastness to be reckoned with; Fforest Fawr - a medieval hunting ground; Brecon Beacons - South Wales' principal mountain group; Black Mountains - superb ridge walking country.

The countryside south of Snowdonia takes in the Gower Peninsula, the Brecon Beacons, the Pembrokeshire coast, the Wye Valley and the Forest of Dean. Walkers are drawn here by the richly varied landscape: sea cliff, forest, wooded river valley, bare mountain, waterfall and lake. These routes cater for walkers of all ages and levels; from short, easy strolls for the family right up to hikes for the very fit.

There are 36 walks, mostly circular, with up to date route maps and directions plus lots of full colour photographs. Instructions on how to get to the start of each walk are included and there are special sections on local history, geography, place names and folklore to add in depth interest to the walk. There is also a useful reference section to help research and plan your walks.

The walk locations are: Plynlimon - Pen Pumlumon Fawr; the Hyddgen Valley; Dylife. Elenydd - Penrhiw-Wen; Afon Ystwwyth and Cwmystwyth; the Teifi Pools; the Cothi Valley; Dinas; Radnor Forest - Water-Break-its-Neck. Pembrokeshire Coast - St David's; Presili Hills; St Govan's Head. Gower - Rhosili. Brecon Beacons - Carreg Cennen; Mynydd Ddu; Llyn y Fan Fach; the Horns of Mynydd Ddu; Forest Fawr; Neuadd Reservoirs; Bryn Teg; the Eastern Brecon Beacons; Llangattock escarpment - Chartist's Cave; Llangattock quarries; Mynydd Troed; Waun Fach; Table Mountain; Grwyne Fawr Valley; Llanthony Priory. Abergavenny - Skirrid Mountain; Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal. The Valleys - Blaenafon. Wye Valley - Boughrood; Symonds Yat; heart of the Forest of Dean (Speech House); the lower Wye Valley (Chepstow and Tintern Abbey).

This is the second book in a two volume series describing walking routes up every 2000 footer in Wales - all 166 of them! The result is not just a guide to the mountains of Snowdonia, but a handbook of over 450 walking routes covering 21 Welsh mountain ranges. The only slight eccentricity of these guides is that they are arranged alphabetically by the name of the mountain range rather than geographically. Volume 2 therefore includes the following mountain ranges: Ffestiniog Hills; Fforest Fawr; Glyders; Hirnants, Mynydd Du; Nantlle/Hebog Hills; Plynlimon; Radnor Forest; Rhinogs; Siabod/Moelwyns; Snowdon and the Tarrens.

Each mountain range has it own chapter, arranged as follows: First there is a listing of the peaks and mountain lakes followed by a diagrammatic map and a general overview. The main ways up each of the peaks is then described. Further high level routes and easier low level routes are then described. The diagrammatic maps are provided to illustrate the relationship between various routes. As is always the case when walking in mountainous terrain, they are not a substitute for the appropriate OS Explorer map. The highly detailed text and supplementary information gives a clear picture of the walking possibilities of every mountain. There are also numerous colour photographs. If you are looking for a complete comprehensive guide to the mountains of Wales this is the guide to choose.

This guide, one of the 'Walks with History' series describes 12 circular walks highlighting the landscape, beauty and history of the Brecon Beacons National Park. Easy to follow directions and maps for all walks and how to get there are included as well as details of pubs, cafes, local attractions, information centres and youth hostels.

If you want to experience the very best of the Brecon Beacons National Park, then this is the book for you. There is something for everybody, from short walks suitable for families to longer routes to satisfy even the most experienced hillwalker. Whether you choose to walk the airy ridges and summits of the highest ground in southern Britain, explore the beautiful valleys, study the varied wildlife or see for yourself the remains of ancient castles and forts, the points of interest will explain what makes each area unique and help you choose the right walk for you.

The walk locations are: The Sugar Loaf; Allt yr Esgair; Grwyne Fawr; Table Mountain - Pen Allt-mawr; Pen y Fan and Corn Du from the Storey Arms; Twin Peaks; Pen y Fan from the Lower Neuadd Reservoir; Craig y Fan Ddu and Blaen y Glyn Waterfall; Ystradfellte waterfalls; Mynydd Illtud Common; Cefn Llechid; Carreg Cennen Castle; Y Mynydd Du - The Black Mountain.

This guide is one of the Jarrold Short Walks series for all the family. These lovely little full colour guides are the ideal companion for short walks that can be enjoyed by all. Features include clear and easy-to-follow instructions; detailed Ordnance Survey Explorer mapping with the route clearly highlighted, and specially commissioned photographs. There are twenty routes to choose from, colour coded by length and difficulty; green for easy; blue for modest length with some climbing and red for more challenging walks. An introductory section gives an overview of the Brecon Beacons National Park, which actually comprises four distinct mountain ranges. Central to the area are the Brecon Beacons themselves; in the east are the Black Mountains, in the west is Forest Fawr and in the far west Mynydd Du or the Black Mountain and to the south the Sugar Loaf and the other Abergavenny peaks. This guide includes walks in all of these areas.

Walk locations are: Blaen-y-glyn; Castle Meadows; St Mary's Vale; Coed Taf Fawr; Tor y Foel; Craig-y-nos and the Tawe Valley; Mynydd Illtud; Gilwern Wharf and the Clydach Gorge; Llyn y Fan Fach; The Llangattock escarpment; The Blorenge; Craig Cerrig-gleisiad; Grwyne Fawr Reservoir; Goytre Wharf and Pentre Hill; The Taf Fechan Forest; Ystradfellte waterfalls; The Sugar Loaf; The Cat's Back and Black Hill; The Usk Reservoir; Pen y Fan.

The Brecon Beacons National Park is home to the most southerly mountains in Britain, and is understandably attractive to walkers of all types. Apart from the region's towering peaks there are valleys, rivers, lakes and moors to explore and this little book is your guide. It contains a collection of ten easy to moderate walks especially written with families and groups of friends in mind looking for an active and interesting day out. Local expert Tom Hutton takes you from the tops of the highest mountains to the floors of the most spectacular valleys, highlighting plenty of fascinating point of interest along the way.

All the walks are circular and begin at a car park or safe parking location with the grid reference provided. Public transport options are given where available. The walks are graded between one and three boot symbols with three boots the hardest. However, most of the walks can be leisurely done in a morning to work up an appetite for lunch, or used as a convenient excuse to work off that lunch! Clear route directions are provided together with sketch maps and the guide is well illustrated throughout with colour photographs. The handy size also means it will slip easily into your pocket.

The walk locations are: The Cat's Back; Sugar Loaf; The Blorenge; Llangattock Escarpment; Llangynidr's Waterways; Cwm Oergwm; Pen y Fan; Craig Cerrig-gleisiad; Llyn y Fan Fach; Carreg Cennen.

The Brecon Beacons National Park in South Wales is a place of beautiful and diverse landscapes - majestic valleys, dramatic waterfalls and high mountain peaks and ridges. From west to east, Mynydd Du, Fforest Fawr, the Brecon Beacons and the Black Mountains offer a wide range of options for walkers.

These walks avoid the more popular routes to explore unfrequented wooded gorges and upland valleys. The authors' aim is to offer the reader a 'solitary guided walk' - the opportunity to enjoy the wilderness, accompanied by all the geological, historical, botanical and other facts that a bevy of expert guides might provide.

The book contains 45 circular walks for all abilities, arranged by seven areas and indexed for areas of interest and difficulty. The selection of routes covers all parts of the National Park. There are geological diagrams and information boxes on local points of interest. The detailed route instructions are supported with full colour OS Landranger mapping and there are copious stunning colour photographs throughout the book.

If you thought you knew the Black Mountains, this handy pocket sized walking guide might just prove you wrong! Tucked away on the border between Wales and England, this is an area that has jealously guarded her secrets from walkers. But pry into those secrets and you'll discover a true paradise of long, high striding ridges and deep green valleys, crying out to be explored and unearthed. This book presents a lively potted history and geography of the area to add interest to your walking adventures. Also included are some of the local lores and tales, supplying that magical ingredient to really make you want to go and see for yourself just what's lying in waiting out there.

Each walk gives clear and concise directions, checked for accuracy by fellow walkers, and is accompanied by a sketch map. In addition, points of interest along the way are highlighted on the map and written about after the walk description. Attractions in the Black Mountains include ancient tombs, fascinating medieval churches, nature reserves, lovely country pubs and some of the best and most sustained ridge walking to be found anywhere. Three of the walks take in stretches of the Offa's Dyke Path.

The 14 walk locations are: Llanbedr and Partrishow; Llanthony and Cwmyoy; Llanbedr, Sugar Loaf and Llangenni; Pengenffordd and Pwll-y-wrach; Grwyne Fechan; Skirrid Fawr; Mynydd Llangatwg and Twr Pen-cyrn; Crickhowell and Pen-allt Mawr; Stanton and Hatterall Hill; Pengenffordd and Waun Fach; Cwm Banw and Mynydd Llysiau; Capel-y-ffin and Waun Fach; Llanveynoe and Hay Bluff; Pengenffordd and Mynydd Troed.

If you are seeking walks with variety; along high, exposed mountain ridges or deep wooded valleys filled with cascading rivers, this pocket sized guide will give you all the variety you could ask for. The Western Beacons are a treasure trove for the walker who craves both dramatic scenery and relatively unspoilt isolation.

Here is antiquity; ancient standing stones, stone circles, Iron Age hillforts, Roman camps, a stunning medieval castle, high mountain lakes and lofty summit cairns. Here, too, are mile after mile of solitude, accompanied only by the whispering of the wind through the grass, soaring buzzards and, if lucky, the red kite circling overhead. Along with brief details of the history and geomorphology of the area, points of interest are encountered on each of the walks. Clear route finding instructions and sketch maps are provided.

The 10 walk locations are: Waterfall circuit - Pontneddfechan and Sgwd Clungwyn; Ystradfellte; Ystradowen and Ffrydiau Twrch; Trecastell Mountain Road and Llyn y Fan Fach; Blaen Llia, Fan Gyhirych and Fan Nedd; Mynydd Bach Trecastell and Usk reservoir; Carreg Cennen Castle; Craig y Nos and Cribarth; Gwaun Hepste, Sgwd Clungwyn and Porth yr Ogof; Blaen Llia, Fan Llia and Fan Frynach.

This guide covers the central area of the Brecon Beacons and Fforest Fawr, areas which share geological features. The northern moors and escarpments expose red sandstone. In the Beacons this culminates in the distinctive sloping plateaux on the summits of Corn Du and Pen y Fan, presiding over the Usk Valley and the hills of mid Wales beyond. In Fforest Fawr, the spectacular hidden alpine cliffs of Craig Cerrig-gleisiad and Craig Cwm-du also look northwards. However in the south, limestone comes to the surface and gives an entirely different character to the topography and fauna. You can experience all these landscapes in the walks in this guide and other highlights include the country's second largest lake at Llangors, and the impressive limestone quarries at Mynydd Llangatwg. Other walks enjoy a section of the tranquil Brecon and Monmouthshire Canal, visit Iron Age forts, follow forest trails, or discover a steam railway.

The 20 walks in this guide vary in length from 3 to over 10 miles. Some are relatively gentle strolls and others are serious mountain expeditions. Each walk has an introductory description and detailed route finding instructions supported by a sketch map.

The walk starting point locations are: Llangors Common; Brecon; Brecon Beacons National Park Mountain Centre, near Libanus; Garwnant Forest Centre; Cyfarthfa Castle; Llangattock; Aber; Llangynidr; Pontsticill Reservoir; Craig-y-nos Country Park; Pontneddfechan; Ystradfellte; Llanfrynach; Nant Cwm Llwch; Lower Neuadd Reservoir; Storey Arms; Llwyn-y-celyn.

The majority of the walks in this book are centred on the area's two National Parks. The Pembrokeshire Coast offers spectacular cliff top scenery where seabirds, seals and porpoises vie for your attention and the Brecon Beacons, with their tabletop summits, from where you can admire some of the finest upland scenery in the country. The remainder of the walks showcase other favourite images of South Wales including the best of the Gower Coast and a beautiful stretch of the Glamorgan Heritage Coast. The Welsh Valleys, with their industrial heritage and more recent transformation are also not forgotten.

One of the AA County Walks series, this guide explores some of the best of South Wales. It includes 50 themed walks of between 2 and 10 miles, each with fascinating background reading. There are clear, easy-to-follow route descriptions and full colour detailed sketch maps for every walk. Each walk chapter is prefaced by a practical information panel and then a section with interesting information on what to look out for during the walk. Details of places to eat and drink are provided, including guidance for dog owners on where to walk and dog-friendly establishments.

The walk locations include: Strumble Head; St David's Head; Ramsey Sound; St Brides Bay; St Non's Bay; Broad Haven; Marloes; St Brides Haven; St Ann's Head; Milford Haven; Stackpole; Manorbier; Dinas Head; Newport, Pembrokeshire; Preseli Hills; Rhossili; Port Eynon; Oxwich; Dunraven; Porth yr Ogof; Carreg Cennen; Camarthen Fan; Cwm Gwesyn; Craig Cerrig-Gleisiad; Fforest Fawr; Pen y Fan; Neuadd Reservoirs; Caerfanell Valley; Carn Pica; Llangorse Lake; Y Grib; Waun Fach; Pen Cerrig-Calch; Grwyne Fechan Valley; Twmbarlwm; Castell Coch; Sugar Loaf; Capel-y-Ffin; Govilon; Blorenge; Ysgyryd Fawr; Wye Valley, Tintern Abbey to Chepstow.

The Brecon Beacons National Park comprises four separate mountain ranges, three of which are represented in this guide. The most easterly is the Black Mountains, the Brecon Beacons themselves constitute only the central range despite giving their name to the whole area. To the west of them lies Fforest Fawr and the most westerly of all is the Black Mountain (singular and not to be confused with the Black Mountains in the east). The Black Mountain area is not covered by this guide. By including some walks to the south of the mountains, in the valleys, vale and coast of Glamorgan the variety of scenic and historic attractions is extended.

Clear and easy to follow directions are accompanied by detailed 1:25,000 scale maps from Ordnance Survey and specially commissioned photographs. With 28 colour-coded routes to choose from, all tried and tested by seasoned walkers and varying from extended strolls to exhilarating hikes, there is a walk to suit all situations. The guide introduces you to the area and highlights the most scenic walks. Details are included for useful organisations, refreshment stops and places to leave your car. Although we always recommend taking the appropriate OS Explorer or Outdoor Leisure map on all walks, in the case of the Pathfinder Guides this mapping is included, with the route clearly outlined in yellow.

The walk locations are: Talgarth; Allt yr Esgair; Beneath the Black Mountain; Brecon Beacons Horseshoe; Brecon, the river Honddu and Pen-y-Crug; Carreg Cennen Castle; Cowbridge and St Hilary; Craig y Cilau and Llangattock; Craig-y-nos and Henrhyd Falls; Fan y Big and Taf Fechan Forest; Grwyne Fawr Valley and Crug Mawr; Hay Bluff and Twmpa; Dare Valley; Llanddeusant and Mynydd y Lian; Llandovery and the River Towy; Llangorse Lake; Llantwit Major; Abergavenny and the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal; Mynydd Illtud; Mynydd Llangorse; Ogmore Castle and Merthyr Mawr; Crickhowell and Table Mountain; Caerphilly; Llanthony Priory and the Vale of Ewyas; Porth yr Ogof waterfall walk; Castell Dinas and Waun Fach; Ysgyryd Fawr; Ystradfellte and Sarn Helen.

From beyond Llangollen in the north to Symonds Yat near Chepstow in the south, the Welsh / English border provides a wealth of great walking country. It has had a turbulent history, but now offers some of the quietest and most remote walking in southern Britain. In addition the history in the form of Offa's Dyke and the numerous castles, abbeys, quiet villages and small town and relics of industrial and military activity is always present and alive. Through the evocation of the poetry of Houseman and the music of Elgar (both of whom frequented this area) it is brought into more recent times.

The guide contains 35 circular walks with up to date maps and directions. This is supplemented with a knowledgeable commentary on local history and geography. Also included are over eighty stunning photographs of landscape and other points of interest. There is also a useful reference section to help research and plan your walks.

The walk locations are: North and Mid Borders - Moel Famau; Llangollen; Bangor-is-y-coed; Ceiriog Valley; Ellesmere; Pistyll Rhaeadr; Grinshill; Lake Vyrnwy; Breidden Hills; The Wrekin; Welshpool; Stiperstones; Montgomery; The Long Mynd; Wenlock Edge; Brown Clee Hill; Bishop's Castle; Kerry Ridgeway; Clun; Cravem Arms; Knucklas; Mortimer Forest. South Borders - Elan Valley; Llandrindod Wells; Water-Break-its-Neck; Croft Castle; Hergest Ridge; Aberedw; Dinmore Hill; Dorstone; Hay Bluff; Abbey Dore; Mordiford; Sugar Loaf; Symonds Yat.

The attractive town of Knighton, on the Welsh-English border, is well situated in the beautiful Teme valley between the impressive east Radnorshire and south Shropshire hills. Exploring Knighton itself is a pleasure, making use of quiet street, lanes and paths to find a mixture of excellent views and attractive old style cottages. A network of footpaths, bridleways, green lanes and other un-surfaced tracks found throughout the area are explored during the walks in this guide. Features of interest include several attractive local pools, oak and mixed woodland and wooded dingles, a large prehistoric hillfort and the impressive Holloway Rocks above nearby Stowe. A more scientific feature is the nearby Spaceguard Centre, an observatory for 'near Earth objects' with an intriguing array of telescopes and other astronomical equipment and displays.

The 20 walks in this guide vary in length from 3 to over 10 miles, but the majority are between 4 and 7 miles. Some are relatively gentle strolls and others are a little more challenging, although none are particularly difficult. Some of the walks follow sections of long distance footpaths. Each walk has an introductory description and detailed route finding instructions supported by a sketch map.

The walks are: Around Knighton; Garth Hill; Frydd Wood and Offa's Dyke; Kinsley Wood; Panpwnton and Cwm-Sanahan Hills; Llanwen Hill and Spaceguard Centre; Caleck's Pool and Stowe; Caleck's Pool and Llanshay Dingle; Coed Detton; Caer Caradoc; Ragged Kingdom and Holloway Rocks; To Knucklas; Knucklas Valley; Around Bucknell; Offa's Dyke Path and Jack Mytton Way (2 walks); Knucklas to Knighton; Glyndwr's Way; To Bucknell; Bucknell to Knighton.

The busy, friendly market town of Rhayader offers an eastern gateway to the Cambrian Mountains. Well served by a range of shops, pubs, hotels and cafes, the town lies within a sublime landscape which unfolds into hills and moorland from the basin of the Wye Valley. The high land to the west, increasing known by its ancient name of Elenydd is one of the loneliest and wildest spaces south of the Scottish border. Over millennia mankind has played a decisive role in the development of the landscape we see today, chiefly through sheep farming. The Cistercian monks profitable managed sheep-walks in the medieval period, and a section of their ancient road between the abbeys of Cwm Hir and Strato Florida provides on of the most striking routes in this book.

More recently the great Victorian engineers transformed the local landscape by creating vast sheets of water held back by the Gothic architecture of their monolithic dams. These impressive reservoir constructions add a powerful theme to walks in the Elan Valley.

The 20 walks in this guide vary in length from 3 to over 10 miles, offering a range suitable for all abilities. Each walk has an introductory description describing its features, which is followed by detailed route finding instructions supported by a sketch map.

The walks are: Wye Valley south from Rhayader; Castle Hill; Maen Serth and the Wye Valley north from Rhayader; Llanwrthwl; Abbey-cwm-Hir and Camlo Hill; Garreg Lwyd, Bryn Titli windfarm and the Wye Valley; Crugyn Ci; Cwm Elan Mine and Moelfryn; Caban Coch Reservoir; Garreg Ddu Reservoir; Pen y Garreg Reservoir, Crugyn Ci and The Roman Camp; Nant Madog; Carn Gafallt; Llanwrthwl skyline; Claerwen and Elan; Y Gamriw; Drygarn Fawr; Llyn Carw; The Monk's Trod; Gwyn LLyn.

Perhaps the most unspoilt major river in Britain, the Wye flows through breathtaking scenery that is rich in both Welsh and English history. From the source at Plynlimon in the land of the Mabinogion and Owain Glyndwr down to the Bristol Channel 130 miles below, the river passes many evocative and famous sites including Symonds Yat, Kilvert country and Tintern Abbey, and conjures up vivid memories of old crafts and industries, the Civil War and the nineteenth-century Wye Tourers in search of the 'picturesque'.

In this book, a mine of fascinating and unusual information, Richard Sale looks at all aspects of the Wye with a fine eye for the amusing dtail. He tells of the striking architecture and lively anecdotes of even the smallest villages, the famous towns, the geology, history and legend. He also shows us how to discover the Wye for ourselves, by using the Wye Valley Walk and the Offa's Dyke National Trail.

The book describes the journey in sections with the emphasis on commentary of the surroundings rather than detailed route-finding instructions, although sketch maps are included together with adequate information to follow the correct route. The sections are: Pumlumon; Llangurig; Rhayader to Builth Wells; Builth to Hay-on-Wye; Hay to Hereford; Hereford to Ross-on-Wye; Ross to Monmouth; Monmouth to Chepstow; Chepstow to the Severn.

This guide, one of the 'Walks with History' series describes 15 circular walks highlighting the landscape, beauty and history of old Gwent. Easy to follow directions and maps for all walks and how to get there are included as well as details of pubs, cafes, local attractions, information centres and youth hostels.

If you want to experience the very best of south eastern Wales, then this is the book for you. There is something for everybody, from short walks suitable for families to longer routes to satisfy even the most experienced hillwalker. Whether you choose to walk the high grounds, explore the beautiful valleys, study the varied wildlife or see for yourself the remains of ancient castles and forts, the points of interest will explain what makes each area unique and help you choose the right walk for you.

The walk locations are: Trelech; Gray Hill; Caerleon; Tintern; Llanthony; Skirrid; White Castle; Skenfrith; Grosmont; Llanfihangel Crucorney; Raglan; Chepstow; Risca; Blorenge; Blaenafon.

This book describes six enjoyable circular walks of varying grade and length, based on the three villages of Govilon, Llanfoist and Llanellen. These settlements are all located within Llanfoist Fawr Community, which is situated in the south eastern corner of the Brecon Beacons National Park, close to Abergavenny.

All of the walks utilise stretches of the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal, which follows one contour, 100 metres above sea level along the side of the Usk Valley. This lock-free stretch of canal remains at the same level for over 23 miles and is one of the longest pounds in the country. All the walks provide magnificent views across the Usk Valley and towards the Black Mountains. Although this area is now predominantly rural, it has a rich industrial past and many fascinating features of this period are described in the walk descriptions. Clear sketch maps support the route directions and interesting commentary for each walk. Attractive colour photographs also illustrate features of each walk.

Washed by the waters of Cardigan Bay, the Ceredigion coastline stretches for 40 miles from Pembrokeshire in the south up to the Dovey Estuary. It is a coast that has everything: spectacularly rugged gorse-covered headlands jutting out into the sea, steep cliffs, small fishing villages and harbours, sandy beaches, isolated coves and cliff top grasslands. Just as importantly, the coast is sparsely visited, making it ideal for peaceful walking. Inland lie the forests of the Cambrian Mountains and the luxuriant vales of the Teifi, Rheidol, Aeron and Ystwyth rivers which feature some truly memorable landscapes. This is delightful countryside to walk: red kite country, a place of hidden cwms, streams and waterfalls, ruined cottages and farms. This guide makes the ideal companion for discovering the diverse character of this region on foot.

Clear and easy to follow directions are accompanied by detailed 1:25,000 scale maps from Ordnance Survey and specially commissioned photographs. With 28 colour-coded routes to choose from, all tried and tested by seasoned walkers and varying from extended strolls to exhilarating hikes, there is a walk to suit all situations. The guide introduces you to the area and highlights the most scenic walks. Details are included for useful organisations, refreshment stops and places to leave your car. Although we always recommend taking the appropriate OS Explorer or Outdoor Leisure map on all walks, in the case of the Pathfinder Guides this mapping is included, with the route clearly outlined in yellow.

The walk location are: Aberaeron and Aberarth; Aberaeron and Henfynyw; Aberystwyth and Clarach Bay; Cardigan and Aber Teifi; Borth; Cardigan and St Dogmeaels Abbey; Cwm Rheidol Reservoir; Cwmtydu; Devil's Bridge; Furnace; Cel Bach; Aberystwyth and Llanbadarn Fawr; Aberaeron and Llanerchaeron; Llangranog; Llyn Brianne; New Quay; Nant-y-moch; Penbryn; Aberystwyth and Pen Dinas; Pen y Garn; Plynlimon; Soar y Mynydd; Strata Florida; Teifi Marshes and the Afon Teifi; Teifi Pools; Trefechan and Morfa Bychan; Trefeurig; Tresaith and Aberporth.

If you thought that you knew Gower, this is the book that might just prove you wrong. All parts of the peninsula are covered in 14 varied and circular walks. Not only is Gower's dramatic cliff and coastal scenery explored but also the quieter, and equally attractive stretches of the less well known north coast. Add to this the quaint rural charm of the inland farms and meadowlands and you have a guide that truly opens up one of Wales' most beautiful Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Each walk gives clear and concise directions, checked for accuracy by fellow walkers, and is accompanied by a sketch map. In addition, points of interest along the way are both highlighted on the maps and presented in the text. Attractions in Gower include ancient tombs, medieval castles, nature reserves and some of the best coastal scenery to be found anywhere. Also included are some of the local lores and tales that add that magical ingredient that will really make you want to go out and discover the place for yourself.

The walk locations are: Llanrhidian and Weobley; Burry Green and Cheriton; Kittle and Ilston; Rhossili and Mewslade; Oxwich and Penrice; Llangenydd and Burry Holms; Knelston and Frog Moor; Horton and Oxwich; Llanmadoc and Whiteford; Penmaen and Green Cwm; Southgate and Bishopston; Rhossili and Llangenydd; Port Eynon and Foxhole Slade.

The 14 circular walks selected in this illustrated guide offer the best of the Carmarthenshire coast and Gower peninsula's unique landscape beauty and history. From wide sandy beaches and limestone cliffs to magical woodlands and sandstone ridges, and from the river valleys and estuaries with their internationally renowned bird life, there is the opportunity to explore some of the finest scenery in Wales. Neolithic and Bronze Age burial chambers share high ground with the romantic ruins of Norman castles, whilst coastal and inland villages and farms add their own blend of continuity to an ancient land.

All the walks are suitable for individuals and families, and clear directions are given, together with sketch maps to help clarify the route. Details of the starting point for each walk is given, and of how to reach it both by car and public transport. Information centres and places to visit are listed, whether your taste is for heritage centres and nature reserves or for pubs and cafes.

The walk locations are: Pendine and Marros; Laugharne; Llansteffan and Wharley Point; Ferryside and Llansaint; Kidwelly Quay; Kidwelly; Pen-bre (Pembrey); Llanmadoc and Llangenydd; Rhossili and Llangenydd; Port Eynon and Pitton; Cefn Bryn, Green Cwm and Oxwich Bay; Parkmill and Ilston; Southgate and Pennard Castle; Caswell Bay, Bishopston Valley and Pwlldu.

The 16 walks selected in this illustrated guide offer the best of Carmarthenshire and the river Teifi's unique landscape, beauty and history. From the high mountains to magical river valleys, and from wide sandy beaches and estuaries to hidden woodlands, there is the opportunity to explore some of the finest scenery in Britain. Neolithic and Bronze Age burial chambers and stone circles share the high ground with Roman marching camps and the romantic ruins of Norman castles, whilst coastal and inland villages and farms add their own blend of continuity to an ancient land.

All walks are suitable for individuals and families, and clear directions are given, together with sketch maps to help clarify the route. Details of the starting point for each walk is given, and of how to reach it both by car and public transport. For those with an appetite to know more of the country, points of interest are included which explain what gives each place it's own brand of uniqueness, and the guide is introduced by a narrative history of the landscape and culture. For those who have not yet mastered enough of the Welsh language, a short section on place names is also given. Information centres and places to visit are listed, whether your taste is for heritage centres and nature reserves or for pubs and local shops.

The walk locations are: Llanboidy; Cilgerran; Castell Newydd Emlyn (Newcastle Emlyn) and Cenarth; Henllan; Dre-fach Felindre; Llanbedr Pont Steffan (Lampeter); Brechfa; Abergorlech; Talyllychau (Talley); Rhandirmwyn; Wysg (Usk) Reservoir; Llyn y Fan Fach and Llyn y Fan Fawr; Bethlehem and Carn Goch; Carreg Cennan; Pen-bre (Pembrey); Talacharn (Laugharne).

This Jarrold-Ordnance Survey Pathfinder Guide makes the ideal companion for country walks allowing you to discover the diverse character of this region. It is a fascinating area with superb and varied walking country that comprises a mixture of open moorland, steep hillsides, wooded valleys, fertile lowlands and a magnificent coastline. The latter is not just confined to the well-known coves and beaches of Gower but also includes the Glamorgan coast between Penarth and Port Talbot. Added to this are medieval castles, picturesque churches and attractive villages and towns.

Clear and easy to follow directions are accompanied by detailed 1:25,000 scale maps from Ordnance Survey and specially commissioned photographs. GPS data for each waypoint of every walk is included. With 28 colour-coded routes to choose from, all tried and tested by seasoned walkers and varying from extended strolls to exhilarating hikes, there is a walk to suit all situations. The guide introduces you to the area and highlights the most scenic walks. Details are included for useful organisations, refreshment stops and places to leave your car. Although we always recommend taking the appropriate OS Explorer or Outdoor Leisure map on all walks, in the case of the Pathfinder Guides this mapping is included, with the route clearly outlined in yellow.

The walk locations are: Bishopston Valley, Brandy Cove and Pwlldu Head; Bridgend, Ogmore Castle and Ewenny Priory; Bryn Garw, Bettws and Llangeinor; Caerleon - Roman Fort and Lodge Wood; Cardiff to Llandaff; Cefn Bryn, Threecliff Bay and Nicholaston Woods; Clyne Common and valley; Cosmeston Lakes and Sully; Cowbridge, Llansannor and Llanblethian; Cwm yr Argoed and the Afan Valley; Dare Aman Railway Path and Rhos-gwar; Dunraven Bay and St Brides Major; Fforest Fawr, Taff Gorge and Garth Hill; Hensol Forest; Kenfig Dunes; Llanmadoc, Cheriton and Landimore Marsh; Llantrisant Forest and Llanharen; Llywynypia Mountain; Margam - Abbey, Castle and deer park; Mellin Court Waterfall; Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal; Mumbles, Langland Bay and Oystermouth Castle; Parc Cwm Darran and Cefn y Brithdir; Port Eynon, Horton and Oxwich; Porthkerry Country Park; Rhossilli beach and down; Sirhowy Valley; Twmbarlwm.

This guide is one of the Jarrold Short Walks series for all the family. These lovely little full colour guides are the ideal companion for short walks that can be enjoyed by all. Features include clear and easy-to-follow instructions; detailed Ordnance Survey Explorer mapping with the route clearly highlighted, and specially commissioned photographs. There are twenty routes to choose from, colour coded by length and difficulty; green for easy; blue for modest length with some climbing and red for more challenging walks.

Only one of the walks in this book is actually in Cardiff; all the others explore the lovely countryside that surrounds it. The coastline too, is a delight to walk, so the author makes no apology for making the most of it, for example with splendid walks from Ogmore-by-Sea and Nash Point. Just inland the lovely villages of Llantwit Major and St. Donat's are visited and elsewhere walks explore a number of country and forest parks, such as Margam based around a mock Tudor mansion with herds of deer in the grounds.

The walk locations are: Dunraven Bay; Llantwit Coast; Castell Coch and Fforest Fawr; Nash Point and Marcross Heritage Coast; Porthkerry Park; Cosmeston Lakes; Llantwit Major; Merthyr Mawr; Margam; Cwm Carn and Twmbarlwm; Mynydd Maen Common; Dare Valley; Cardiff and the Taff; Sirhowy Valley; Afan Country Park; Craig y Llyn; Ogmore-by-Sea; Nash Point and St. Donat's; Parc Cwm Darran; Craig yr Allt.

This guide contains 18 circular walks highlighting the natural beauty and heritage of the Vale of Glamorgan. Easy to follow directions and maps of all the walks, how to reach the start, and notes on local history, legends and wildlife are included. With this book you can reach the most southerly point on mainland Wales, cross the second highest dunes in Europe, take spectacular cliff walks along the Glamorgan Heritage Coast, discover nature reserves, downs, woodland, prehistoric sites, medieval churches, castles, Tudor mansions and peaceful villages. The walks are suitable for most people and are graded easy or moderate.

The walk locations are: Penarth, Lavernock and Cosmeston; Sully, Old Cogan and Swanbridge; Barry and Rhoose Point; St Nicholas, Tinkinswood and Dyffryn; Llancarfan and Llanbethery; Cowbridge, Llanblethian and St Hilary; Cowbridge, Llansannor and Penllyn; Llan-maes and Llanmihangel; Llantwit Major and Tresilian Bay; Col-huw Beach and Summerhouse Point; Nash Point, St Donat's and Marcross; Nash Point and Monknash; Dunraven Bay and Cwm-bach; St Bride's Major, Old Castle Down and Ewenny; Ogmore-by-Sea, Southerndown and Pant Norton; Afon Ogwr and Merthyr Mawr; Newton, Candleston Castle and Merthyr Mawr Warren; Rest Bay and Sker Point.

Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire have their own individual characteristics, but at the same time share some common features. They were both part of the ancient Welsh Kingdom of Deheubarth and posses numerous ruined castles. Both have much superb, varied and unspoiled countryside that makes them a paradise for walkers. Pembrokeshire has some of the most spectacular coastal scenery and finest stretches of coast path in Britain. Carmarthenshire is noted for its rolling hills, wide river valleys and a coastline of long sandy beaches fringing Carmarthen Bay, broken into the combined estuaries of the Gwendraeth, Towey and Taf Rivers. Due to the obvious attraction for walkers of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, Pembrokeshire accounts for 23 of the 28 walks in this guide.

Clear and easy to follow directions are accompanied by detailed 1:25,000 scale maps from Ordnance Survey and specially commissioned photographs. With 28 colour-coded routes to choose from, all tried and tested by seasoned walkers and varying from extended strolls to exhilarating hikes, there is a walk to suit all situations. The guide introduces you to the area and highlights the most scenic walks. Details are included for useful organisations, refreshment stops and places to leave your car. Although we always recommend taking the appropriate OS Explorer or Outdoor Leisure map on all walks, in the case of the Pathfinder Guides this mapping is included, with the route clearly outlined in yellow.

The walk locations are: Llangwm; Bosherston; Broad Haven; Carew; Poppit Sands; Cilgerran; Dale; Pwllgwaelod; Goodwick; Pontfaen; Laugharne; Llanboidy; Llandello; Llansteffan; Llawhaden; Manorbier; Narberth; Newcastle Emlyn; Pembroke; Felindre Farchog; Bwlch-gwynt; Solva; Whitesands Bay; St David's; Garn Fawr; Tenby; Nant-y-coy Mill; Martin's Haven.

The spectacular coastal scenery that lies within Pembrokeshire's national park is only one aspect of this varied county that is explored in this guide. The routes also take you through the Preseli Hills and to the Daugleddau's hidden tidal reaches, as well as visiting deep wooded gorges, prehistoric hill forts, medieval castles and isolated churches. The book has many full colour photographs depicting the landscape and fascinating places passed en route. An informative introduction sets the scene.

The routes range in length between 2 and 12 miles, so there is something for everyone. Each route is described in detail and has an accompanying OS Landranger map with the route highlighted, making navigation straightforward. Walks often incorporate places to visit or a welcoming pub or café en route.

The walk locations are: Coast - Amroth and Pleasant Valley; Manorbier; Bosherston; Stackpole; the Angle Peninsula; the Dale Peninsula; Marloes Sands; St Brides and Musselwick; St David's and St Non's; Ramsey Sound; St David's Head and Carn Llidi; Ynys Barry; Porthgain; Aber Mawr and Penmorfa; Aber Mawr and Aber Bach; Strumble Head; Dinas Island; Ceibwr Bay and Pwllygranant. Preseli Hills - Foel Eryr; Foel Cwmcerwyn; Carn Menyn and the Bluestones; Foeldrygarn. Daugleddau - Cresswell Quay and Lawrenny; Landshipping Quay; Little Milford Wood and the Western Cleddau; Minwear Wood; Blackpool Mill and Slebech Church. Rivers and woodland - Carew Castle; Kilgetty; Canaston Wood; Llawhaden; Great Treffgarne Mountain; Treffgarne Gorge; Llys-y-fran reservoir; Rhydwilym; Cwm Gwaun; Coed Clyn and Coed Kilkiffeth; Coed Pontfaen; Mynydd Caregog and Carn Ingli; Pentre Evan nature reserve; Cilgerran and the Teifi Marshes nature reserve.

If you want to see and experience the best of north Pembrokeshire then this is the book for you. 14 circular walks have been selected that highlight Pembrokeshire's landscape, beauty and history. This book covers the Preseli Hills in the north of the county and St Brides Bay in the north west. Suitable for families and individuals, all walks are easy to follow and clear directions are given, together with sketch maps to help you find the way. There is an informative introduction to the landscape and history of the region. Simple directions on how to get to the start of each walk are listed, as are details of public transport.

Whether you want to explore spectacular coastal scenery, hidden river valleys or magical Preseli uplands, or follow in the footsteps of Neolithic settlers, Celtic saints and Norman adventurers, points of interest will explain what gives each area its own brand of uniqueness. There is a quick reference guide to help you in your choice. To further entice you there are pubs and cafes, wildlife parks, castles, churches and mills to visit.

The walk locations are: Cemaes Head; Ceibwr Bay to Moylegrove; Cilgerran and the Teifi gorge; The Preseli Hills and Mynachlog Ddu; The Preseli Hills and the Gwaun Valley; The Gwaun Valley and Carn Ingli; Nevern; Dinas Island; Strumble Head, Carreg Wastad Point and Garn Fawr; Abercastle to Aber Mawr; Porthgain to Abereiddi; Whitesand Bay and St David's Head; St Justinian's to Porth Clais; Solva.

If you want to see and experience the best of south Pembrokeshire then this is the book for you. 14 circular walks have been selected that highlight Pembrokeshire's landscape, beauty and history. Suitable for families and individuals, all walks are easy to follow and clear directions are given, together with sketch maps to help you find the way. There is an informative introduction to the landscape and history of the region. Simple directions on how to get to the start of each walk are listed, as are details of public transport.

Whether you want to explore spectacular coastal scenery, hidden river valleys or magical Preseli uplands, or follow in the footsteps of Neolithic settlers, Celtic saints and Norman adventurers, points of interest will explain what gives each area its own brand of uniqueness. There is a quick reference guide to help you in your choice. To further entice you there are pubs and cafes, wildlife parks, castles, churches and mills to visit.

The walk locations are: Broad Haven; St Brides Haven and Marloes; Dale Peninsula; Wolf's Castle and the Treffgarne Gorge; Llawhaden; Blackpool Mill and Minwear Wood; Lawrenny; Carew River; Angle; Bosherston, Broad Haven and St Govan's Chapel; Manorbier; Penally, St Florence and the Ridgeway; Wiseman's Bridge, Colby Lodge and Stepaside; Amroth and Colby Bridge.

Wales offers the walker spectacular terrain and a landscape rich in archaeological and historical interest. This book is an excellent introduction to both; a book for walkers seeking an imaginative experience, and to whom this volume should prove richly rewarding. The walks, mostly circular and from 4 to 10 miles, visit some of the most intriguing sites and monuments left by our ancestors while passing through the spectacular scenery of the Welsh countryside. There are opportunities to enjoy the peace and quiet of the valleys, the country lanes and footpaths around the towns and villages, and the challenge of climbing its still wild and remote mountains.

Each walk has a unique focus, taking walkers to many of the stone circles, standing stones and burial chambers still to be found in Anglesey, North Wales and South Wales. Robert offers his own theories about the purpose and sighting of these, engaging readers in a fascinating journey of discovery. There are sketch maps to guide you, intricate hand drawn sketches of the sites to inspire you and detailed descriptions of the scenery and wildlife. Glossaries of historical terms and Welsh place names complete the exceptionally comprehensive coverage of the book.

The walk locations are: South Wales - Pentre Ifan; Gors Fawr; Carreg Samson; Cefn Bryn; Tinkinswood; Trellech; Merbach Hill; The Four Stones. North Wales - Mitchell's Fold; Pistyll Rhaeadr; Moel Ty-uchaf; Tomen y Faerdre; The Gop; Capel Garmon; Carneddau Hengwm; Moelfre; Moel Goedog; Ystumcegid; Clynnog Fawr; Cefn Coch. Anglesey - Bryn Celli Ddu; Tre Dryw; Barclodiad y Gawres; Meini Hirion; Trefignath.