On a fine day there is nothing quite like a drive to the country, followed by a leisurely walk and a hearty meal in a good local pub or café. With glorious countryside, inspiring views and fascinating reminders of a historic past, Warwickshire provides a rich and diverse landscape.

The 20 circular walks vary in length from 2.5 to 5.5 miles and there are walks which take in such places as the pretty village of Easenhall, with its cottages, barn and village green; Shuckburgh Estate with its varied landscape and stunning views; the romantic ruins of medieval Kenilworth Castle; Aston Cantlow where Shakespeare's parents are said to have been married; Compton Verney House with its landscaped gardens; and the delightful village of Ilmington, said to be the prettiest village in Warwickshire. There is also the chance to stroll beside rivers, canals and reservoirs; visit the nature reserves which are a haven for wildlife; and explore nearby places of interest. Sketch maps and colour photographs accompany the detailed route finding instructions.

The walk locations are: Shustoke; Caldecote; Fillongley; Easenhall; Kenilworth; Tanworth-in-Arden; Broadwell and Leamington Hastings; Lowsonford; Hatton; Warwick; Shuckburgh Estate; Aston Cantlow; Hampton Lucy; Stratford-upon-Avon; Welford-on-Avon; Combrook and Compton Verney; Radway, Ratley and Edgehill; Tysoe; Ilmington, Blackwell and Darlingscott; Cherington.

To those who enjoy both walking and visiting country pubs this book should appeal. The pubs have been selected for their good food, and the routes give the walker the opportunity to experience the glorious countryside of Warwickshire at its best. A best seller from the day it was first published, this collection of classic pub walks now appears in a new up-dated and revised edition. It contains 20 circular routes ranging from the ancient Forest of Arden in the north to the rich agricultural lands of the Avon and the glorious Cotswolds in the south. There are tranquil waterside walks along the banks of the river Blythe at Hampton-in-Arden and at Wootton Wawen beside the meandering river Alne; invigorating walks to Napton Hill and the Brailes Hill with their superb views; and charming walks through picturesque towns and villages such as Aston Cantlow and Shipston-on-Stour.

The walks vary in length from 3 to 7 miles and each route is described in detail with its own accompanying sketch map. There is a photograph of each pub and information about its history and character, how to get there, parking facilities, food specialities and range of ales.

The walk locations are: Nether Whitacre; Shustoke; Hampton-in-Arden; Barston; Chadwick End; Rowington; Preston Bagot; Lowsonford; Wootton Wawen; Ufton; Napton-on-the-Hill; Harbury; Aston Cantlow; Morton Morrell; Wixford; Edge Hill; Ilmington; Shipston-on-Stour; Lower Brailes; Cherington.

If you are looking for a walk of between 2.5 and 5.5 miles in the superb countryside of Warwickshire topped off by some good pub food, this is the book for you. Its handy size fits neatly into a pocket and it includes all the details you need. Contents include an introduction to each walk, details of distance and terrain, how to get to the start, recommended pub, food served and telephone number, numbered route directions, matching numbered route maps and details of places of interest nearby. There are also photographs to illustrate the pubs and some scenic views to be enjoyed.

The 15 walk locations are: Long Compton; Upper Brailes; Ilmington; Edgehill; The Dassetts; Welford-on-Avon; Wixford and Exhall; Snitterfield; Napton-on-the-Hill; Sambourne; Henley-in-Arden; Offchurch; Brinklow; Hartshill; Pooley Fields and Alvecote.

An omnibus of local walks covering the whole of Warwickshire and the West Midlands. The book is ideal for family outings and as a valuable reference book for residents wanting to explore their county in the best possible way - on foot. It is, of course, equally valuable for visitors to the region. The wide choice of routes are spread across both counties, with approximately two thirds of the walks in Warwickshire; but no matter where you find yourself, a walk in this book will not be far away.

The walks vary in length from 2 to 12 miles, the majority being in the 4/6 mile range. They are listed in the contents by length, making it easy to find routes that suit your circumstances. In addition to the route descriptions, details are given of points of interest along the way, places to eat and drink and where to park the car. Sketch maps and route descriptions are on facing pages.

Anyone who imagines that Shakespeare's Stratford is Warwickshire's only attraction will be surprised and delighted by the treasure-trove of interesting places unearthed in this new book. Put yourself in the capable hands of Denis Kelsall and find out all about the wildlife, geology, climate, industrial heritage, architecture and history of the facinating county.

The walks range from 2 to 10 miles and have been devised to suit the entire family, as the routes are generally passable with ease. Wherever possible, Denis has directed walkers to footpaths, bridlepaths and towpaths so their enjoyment will be peaceful and safe. The pace is deliberately leisurely, allowing time to enjoy the informative commentary and explore the surroundings. With walks across the county's highest hills, through secluded woods and by peaceful canals and rivers (and visits to picturesque villages, ancient churches and impressive country houses in between), you'll find there's more than you thought to Warwickshire.

Dennis Kelsall is an enthusiastic walker, photographer and a member of the Outdoor Writers Guild. This is his second book of walks.

One of the AA county walks series, this guide explores the best of the Warwickshire and the West Midlands countryside. It includes 50 themed walks of between 2 and 10 miles, each with fascinating background reading. There are clear, easy-to-follow route descriptions, including detailed sketch maps, for every walk. Information on what to look out for during the walk and places to eat and drink is provided, including guidance for dog owners on where to walk and dog-friendly establishments.

The walk locations include: Wightwick; Pedmore; Dudley; Leasowes Park; Woodgate; Sandwell Valley; Walsall; Hay Head Wood; Birmingham; Studley; Alcester; Bidford-on-Avon; Earlswood Lakes; Sutton Park; Welford-on-Avon; Henley-in-Arden; Solihull; Kingsbury; Baddesley Clinton; Stratford upon Avon; Shottery; Ilmington; Shustoke; Berkswell; Ettington; Meriden; Polesworth; Charlecote; Warwick; Kenilworth; Long Compton; Brailes; Hartshill Hayes; Coventry; Ratley; Bedworth; Harbury; Chesterton; Eathorpe; Dassett; Draycote Water; Napton on the Hill; Harborough Magna.

Roger Seedhouse here presents a collection of nineteen walks, all with good pubs, in Warwickshire, the centre of England and a county of great contrasts. Historic bustling towns interspersed with pretty, quiet villages; a land of lakes and country parks which are a delight ot behold, merging into the northern Cotswolds with its buildings of honey-hued stone.

The book will appeal to both more experienced walkers and, by the introduction of shorter alternatives, to casual walkers or those wishing to vary the length of their walk as mood or time constraints dictate. The main walks range in distance from 6 miles to 10.5 miles and have a pub conveniently located about half-way round. Shorter alternatives range from 3 to 6.5 miles and start and finish at the pub.

The walk locations are: Kingsbury Water Park; Hartshill and Bentley; Shustoke and Furnace End; Lapworth and Baddesley Clinton; Thurlaston and Frankton; Tanworth-in-Arden and Ullenhall; Offchurch; Claverdon and Wootton Wawen; Lower Shuckburgh and Napton-on-the-Hill; Coughton and Great Alne; Aston Cantlow and Wilmcote; Sherbourne and Charlecote; Welford-on-Avon and Bidford-on-Avon; Fenny Compton and Farnborough; Fenny Compton and Northend; Hidcote and Quinton; Hidcote and Ilmington; Honington and Whatcote; Tysoe and Oxhill.

The 20 circular walks in this volume contain some of the most beautiful scenery in Warwickshire, including country houses, waterways, castles and picturesque villages, with the opportunity to visit a collection of irresistible taverns and teashops. The walks vary in length between 2 and 6 miles, and offer a wealth of local places to see and explore. There are the wonderful grounds of Kenilworth Castle; the town of Henley-in-Arden that has won prizes in many 'Towns in Bloom' competitions; Ufton Fields Nature Reserve, where unusual plants can be seen flourishing in the lime-rich soil; Mary Arden's House and Museum in Wilmcote; and Edge Hill, of battlefield fame, where Hornton stone was once quarried. Other routes include the tiny village of Barcheston, well-known as the home of English tapestry; the glorious woodland of Hartshill Hayes Country Park, once part of the vast Forest of Arden; Coughton Court, renowned as one of England's great Tudor houses; the celebrated Hatton Flight, a series of 21 locks carrying the Grand Union Canal to the 350ft. high Midlands plateau; and a delightful teashop in Wellesbourne, housed in an 18th century timber-framed barn.

Each walk is carefully described and is accompanied by a sketch map of the route. There are details on how to get to the start and where to park, and notes on the places of interest en route. Practical information on the teashops and pubs including their opening times, regular menus and house specialities are also provided. For those walks where the teashop closes or has restricted hours in the winter months, other refreshment places are recommended.

The walk locations are: Kingsbury Water Park; Hartshill Hayes Country Park; Knowle; Kingswood and Packwood House; Chadwick End and Baddesley Clinton; Kenilworth; Church Lawford; Henley-in-Arden; Coughton Court and the River Arrow; Hatton; Ufton; Southam; Alcester; Wilmcote; Charlecote; Wellesbourne; Bidford-on-Avon; Edge Hill and Upton House; Shipston-on-Stour and Barcheston; Shipston-on-Stour, Barcheston and Tidmington.

Walking books which match an exhilarating ramble with a nearby pub serving good food and drink have become, over the past ten years or so, one of the most popular forms of footpath guides. Until now most of the walks in these guides have tended to be between 2 and 7 miles in length. Here is a pub walks book with routes that are a little longer at 7 to 12 miles, and a little more adventurous and challenging, leaving those who complete them with a real sense of achievement.

The 20 circular routes in this volume offer a wealth of places to see and explore. There is the spectacular Lapworth flight of locks on the Grand Union Canal; magnificent views of the Malvern Hills from Burton Dassett Country Park; a ramble past Bishops Bowl Lakes where dinosaur fossils were unearthed; and opportunities to visit the wonderful castles at Warwick and Kenilworth. Other routes take the walker to the village of Dunchurch, where on 5th November 1605 the Gunpowder Plot conspirators met to await news from Guy Fawkes; the lovely parish church of Holy Trinity in Stratford-upon-Avon, where William Shakespeare is buried; and to the medieval moated manor house of Baddesley Clinton.

Information such as how to get to the start, where to park and where to stop for refreshments is given, as well as public transport services. Numbers on the specially drawn sketch maps correspond with the numbered paragraphs in the text so that walkers can see at a glance where they are. The walk locations are: Polesworth; Kingsbury Water Park; Hartshill Hayes Country Park; Shustoke; Harborough Magna; Earlswood Lakes; Kenilworth; Baddesley Clinton; Dunchurch; Warwick; Napton on the Hill; Harbury; Alcester; Stratford-upon-Avon; Dorsington; Compton Verney; Burton Dassett; Ilmington; Brailes Hill; Long Compton.

This guide describes nine short country walks up the Stratford on Avon to Birmingham line. Walk from one station to the next (or the one after) and catch a train back. The stops are all quite close together. Henley in Arden to Danzey is under four miles and Danzey to Wood End is 2.5 miles, so slow walkers and beginners can do one station, regular ramblers can do two or three and distance walkers can go the whole way to Shirley, about 27 miles.

This is pleasant easy walking through green fields with gentle hills, thick winding hedges and small woods. On the way you meet the Stratford Canal, the River Alne (clean enough for trout), the pretty village of Tanworth in Arden, wild and farmed deer, the placid ripples of Earlswood Lakes and the Saxon church at Wootton Wawen.

Full step by step directions and sketch maps and colour illustrations are provided together with practical information on completing the walks. The stations, in order from Stratford, are: Wilmcote, Wootton Wawen, Henley in Arden, Danzey, The Lakes, Wood End, Earlswood, Wythall and Shirley.

From Shakespeare country to the Cotswolds, this collection of circular walks represents the authors' favourites within the lovely varied region of southern Warwickshire.

The routes will take you along ancient tracks and paths, past standing stones, earthworks, country estates and grand houses. In the Arden countryside as well as finding connections with William Shakespeare you will discover hidden valleys and distinct wooded hilltops that offer wonderful views. Further south the walks will take you through delightful villages and into remote areas in the Cotswold Hills that rival in many ways the better known parts of this beautiful region.

Distances range from 5 miles to 12.5 miles with shorter alternatives for some of the longer walks. Details are given of conveniently situated pubs and of public transport where this is available. Sketch maps and drawings supplement the very detailed route directions.

One of a range of 'no frills' local walking guide booklets which admirably achieve their objective of getting you out in the countryside amongst beautiful scenery on carefully chosen routes full of interest. The directions are clear and precise and the pencil drawn sketch maps are particularly attractive as well as practical. This guide describes ten varied and interesting circular walks close to Rugby in Warwickshire. The walks are between 5 and 7 miles in length, except one walk which is 10 miles.

The locations are: Newbold on Avon; Draycote Water; Newton and Shawell; Barby; Dunchurch; Church Lawford; Monks Kirby; Brinklow; Clifton upon Dunsmore; Churchover.

The sixty miles of walking in this book leads you by ancient track-ways, deep lanes, quiet field paths, secret ponds, old churches and slumbering villages - and all on Coventry's doorstep. Coventry lies in a saucer shaped bowl surrounded by higher ground and three different types of landscape. To the north east is the High Cross Plateau; to the south-east and south of the City is the low, wet gravely valley of the River Avon before the ground rises towards Dunsmore Heath. Finally, to the west is Arden country which has several different facets to explore. You will meet all of these features in the walks in this guide.

Each of the walks has clear step by step directions and sketch maps, so route finding is not a problem. The walks are about 6 miles in length and practical information is provided including how to get to the start. The accompanying commentary about each of the walks will ensure all the features along the way are pointed out and explained to you, thus adding interest to the walks.

The walk locations are: Ansty and Barnacle; Barston and Wootton Green; Brandon, Brinklow and Bretford; Burton Green and Crackley Wood; Eastern Green and Meriden; Keresley and Corsley; Meriden and Kinwalsey; Temple Balsall and Fen End; Wall Hill and Harvest Hill.

The counties of Warwickshire and Worcestershire provide many fine opportunities for walking, and in this book Des Wright has put together 20 rambles that explore some of the counties' most attractive areas. Ranging in distance from 2.5 to 8.5 miles, they are all circular and readily accessible by car and, with one exception, by public transport. Some can be combined to give rather longer excursions. The walking is easy, mostly on the flat and with a few climbs.

These walks give you beautiful views and will take you through woodlands, along field paths and into attractive villages. You will find peaceful churches, encounter meandering streams and rivers, and follow towpaths of tranquil canals; and for refreshment there is always an inn or tea shop en route or at the end of your walk. Each walk description is accompanied by a sketch map and practical information about the route, terrain and facilities.

The walk locations are: Pepper Wood; Wast Hills and the tunnel; Chaddesley Corbett; Wythall; Earlswood, wood and lakes; Barston and Temple Balsall; Packwood House; Baddesley Clinton; Alvechurch and Rowney Green; Tanworth-in-Arden; Avoncroft Museum and Tardebigge; Henley-in-Arden and Preston Bagot; Hanbury Hall; Studley; Wootton Wawen; Feckenham; Astwood Bank and Feckenham; Coughton Court; Aston Cantlow; Wilmcote and Mary Arden's house.

Following the success of his earlier book 'Country Walks in Warwickshire and Worcestershire', Des Wright has now compiled another collection of walks in these two attractive counties. As before, all the walks are circular and are readily accessible by car and by public transport. The walking is mostly easy, mainly on the flat, with just a few modest climbs.

Distances of the main walks vary from 4.5 to 11.5 miles, but most include a shorter option with distances ranging between 1.5 and 8 miles. The descriptive texts are accompanied by sketch maps, and contain much relevant historical and natural history detail. Locations include: Meriden, Knowle and Barston, Belbroughton, Barnt Green, Hockley Heath, Alvechurch and Rowney Green, Bromsgrove, Beoley and Hob Hill, Gorcott Hill and Ullenhall, Budbrooke, Henley-in-Arden, Abberley and Great Witley, Ombersley, Wootten Wawen, Inkberrow, Stratford-upon-Avon, Cleeve Prior and the Litteltons.

The author's love of the countryside is abundantly evident in these pages. You can share his enthusiasm as you come upon charming villages, attractive woodlands and gentle streams, and admire the fine views that continually unfold.

This third collection of walks explores further some of the attractive countryside in these two West Midlands counties. As in the author's two earlier books, the walking is not difficult, mostly on the flat and with no strenuous climbs. The walks are all circular and can be reached easily by car and, with one exception, by public transport. Distance range between 2 and 9.5 miles, with one rather more strenuous walk of 14 miles.

Locations include: Clent and Walton Hills; Temple Balsall and Balsall Common; Alvechurch; Beoley; Temeside; Piper's Hill; Preston Bagot and Lowensford; Claverdon; Dormston; Wootton Wawen; Southam; Stock Green, Huddington and Himbleton; Feckenham; Alcester; Weethley; Harvington and the Lench villages; Pershore and Bredon Hill. There are twenty one main walks altogether.

This Jarrold-Ordnance Survey Pathfinder Guide makes the ideal companion for country walks throughout this varied region. Clear and easy to follow directions are accompanied by detailed 1:25,000 scale Explorer maps from Ordnance Survey and specially commissioned photographs. GPS data for each waypoint of every walk is included. With 28 routes to choose from, colour coded for difficulty, and 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. Practical details are included, such as refreshment stops and places to leave your car. Usually we recommend taking the appropriate OS Explorer map on all walks, but in the case of the Pathfinder Guides this mapping is included, with the route clearly outlined in yellow.

The walk locations are (in order of length): Tewkesbury; Fairford; Moreton-in-Marsh and Batsford; Wroxton and Drayton; Evesham and the River Avon; Broadway and Buckland; Upton and the River Severn; Wellesbourne, Hampton Lucy and Charlecote Park; Brailes Hill; Edge Hill; Mickleton and the Hidcotes; Bourton-on-the-Water and the Rissingtons; The Barringtons and Windrush; Otmoor; Alcester and Coughton Court; Aston Cantlow and Wilmcote; Barnsley Park and the Coln Valley; Bledington, Westcote and Icomb; Elmley Castle and the Combertons; Bretforton and Honeybourne; Welcombe Hills and Snitterfield; Cold Aston, Notgrove and Turkdean; Ilmington and Ebrington; Warwick and the Grand Union Canal; Welford-on-Avon, Barton and Dorsington; Hay Wood, Rowington and Baddesley Clinton; Stratford-upon-Avon and the Stour Valley; Burton Dassett Hills and surrounding villages.