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Walking in the Orkney and Shetland Islands: 80 Walks in the Northern Isles (Cicerone Guide)

Walking in the Orkney and Shetland Islands: 80 Walks in the Northern Isles (Cicerone Guide)
By Graham Uney

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The Northern Isles - Orkney, Shetland and Fair Isle - are a world away from the rest of Scotland. They sit at the turning point of the North Sea and the North Atlantic, where the two great waterways join - with Orkney nearest to mainland Scotland, then Shetland further north again, with the tiny dot of Fair Isle mid-way between the two groups. This book is a must for anyone heading to the Northern Isles. There are two sections - one for Orkney, the other for Shetland - and each begins with full details on how to get to the islands, where to stay, and where to eat, shop, and drink. There are also contact details for the Tourist Information Centres, as well as notes on how to get around the islands, car hire, ferries, etc. There are also ideas for other things to do on these islands - even keen walkers will want to explore the other possibilities!Over 50 walks are covered here, ranging from short strolls such as around The Knab in Lerwick, or to the Staneydale Temple on Shetland, to more challenging routes such as a traverse of the North Hoy hills on Orkney. There's something here for everyone, with historical notes and tips to help you find some of the wonderful wildlife of these islands.

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  • Amazon Sales Rank: #190371 in Books
  • Published on: 2009-02-18
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 216 pages

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About the Author
Graham Uney's love of the mountains has taken him to all corners of the UK and further afield to the Himalayas, North Africa and Europe. He indulges in his passions for backpacking, hill walking, rock climbing, winter mountaineering, orienteering and wildlife watching at home in the highlands of Scotland.

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Excellent Guide5
This is a great book of walks for visitors to the Northern Isles. The walks range in length and difficulty and most are circular which is always an advantage. I found the instructions easy to follow and appreciated the additional information given on landmarks etc. The book is compact and easily fits in the pocket of your rucksack - I would definatley recommend it if you are visiting the Orkneys or Shetland