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the_west_highland_way-a_walking_guide
Used book in good condition, due to its age it could contain normal signs of use
- GenresWalkingNonfictionTravel
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First published January 1, 2003
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July 16, 2018
Perfectly, poetically written. More than just a guide book - it helps you see with open eyes as you walk. Did lack some finer detail when trying to follow the path, but certainly gave you a great insight into your surroundings using both historical and present information.
April 23, 2022
I’ve bought a number of West Highland Way (WHW) books as research preparation for walking it this year. This appears to be the most up-to-date book. I bought it as it comes with booklet containing the OS 1:25,000 map of the route - much better than the 1:50,000 booklet that comes with the The West Highland Way: The Official Guide written by Bob Aitken.
The first part of this pocket sized book gives an overview and practical advice. Then Terry Marsh describes walking the WHW both northwards & southwards. He points out landmarks and places where you can stop for the night. There are also some colour photographs. At the back is an index of addresses and web pages so the reader can search for and book accommodation for themselves.
The Trailblazer book West Highland Way gives a more comprehensive list of accommodation and facilities such as shops & places to eat. Plus it includes a bit about Glasgow. But I’m aware that Covid will have caused changes to what is available so any printed guide is likely to contain out of date information.
Both the Trailblazer & Cicerone books I have are 2016 editions. But the Cicerone book I have has been reprinted in 2021 with updates, unlike my Trailblazer book.
The first part of this pocket sized book gives an overview and practical advice. Then Terry Marsh describes walking the WHW both northwards & southwards. He points out landmarks and places where you can stop for the night. There are also some colour photographs. At the back is an index of addresses and web pages so the reader can search for and book accommodation for themselves.
The Trailblazer book West Highland Way gives a more comprehensive list of accommodation and facilities such as shops & places to eat. Plus it includes a bit about Glasgow. But I’m aware that Covid will have caused changes to what is available so any printed guide is likely to contain out of date information.
Both the Trailblazer & Cicerone books I have are 2016 editions. But the Cicerone book I have has been reprinted in 2021 with updates, unlike my Trailblazer book.
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September 6, 2019can't review a guide book until you actually do the thing.
September 18, 2021
Good read in preparation for an autumn West Highland Way hike.
Will reread it on the trail. Reread it september 2021 during a hike of the West Highland Way. Very detailed maps and directions for every small turn or things to notice during the hike. Little bit sad that there are so many way markers along the way, which makes it practically impossible to lose ones way. Still an enjoyable read along the road.
Will reread it on the trail. Reread it september 2021 during a hike of the West Highland Way. Very detailed maps and directions for every small turn or things to notice during the hike. Little bit sad that there are so many way markers along the way, which makes it practically impossible to lose ones way. Still an enjoyable read along the road.
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