Lost Lanes Scotland PDF EBOOK
£9.99
40 glorious bike rides on quiet roads and gravel trails
Description
A beautifully photographed cycling guide to Scotland. Jack Thurston seeks out its most beautiful country lanes, forgotten byways and remote hill tracks. A sixth book in the Lost Lanes series, Britain?s best-selling cycling guides are loved for their depth of research and meticulous route planning. Explore the mountains, lochs and glens of the Highlands on epic roads and remote hill tracks. Ride the blissfully quiet rural lanes of Dumfries and Galloway and the Borders. Steep yourself in centuries of Scottish history, from Roman camps and Iron Age hill forts to Highland crofts and medieval castles, from industrial heritage to twentieth-century curiosities. Embrace slow travel with whisky tastings, fresh local produce and pristine beaches. Wild camp under the stars, shelter in a mountain bothy, or indulge yourself at a comfy B&B or a historic coaching inn. Graded from easy to challenging, each route includes listings of the best caf? and pub stops, accommodation options, bike shops and bike hire companies. A dedicated website provides downloadable GPX files, turn-by-turn instructions and detailed maps. Most rides are accessible by train or bike-friendly bus services.