Authors Jen and Sim Benson have chosen 200 of Britain's brilliantly best trail runs. Each has been chosen for its incredible terrain, sensational beauty and ease of navigation. There's something for everyone here, so whether you're a beginner or an expert runner, you'll enjoy discovering something new. From gentle runs to hard-as-nails ascents, discover epic trails through spectacular mountains, forest and coastal trails. Stunning photography and engaging writing chart the history of each run, route and landscape, making this a must-have guide for runners and explorers. The book includes all you need to enjoy each trail - directions, terrain data and safety advice, with Ordnance Survey 1:250,000 route maps and links to 1:25,000 maps and GPX downloads. You'll also find sections dedicated to building fitness and technique and staying safe. Wild Running is your ultimate guide to running the hills, dales and vales of Britain. Beginners Shorter, gentler runs – perfect for beginners or those returning to running Fastpacking & Ultradistance Explore the country, enjoying multi-day adventures Urban Escapes Hidden and wild trails within easy reach of the city Summits & Views Tough climbs, glorious views with fun, fast descents Coast & Beach The finest coastal running Woods & Forests Winding trails through sylvan wonderlands Wild Swimming Post-run dips and adventurous swimruns History & Culture From ancient monuments to places of literary inspiration Rocks & Scrambling Add some climbing and scrambles to your run Wildlife Seasonal highlights, nature reserves and amazing wildlife Wheels Accessible for running buggies, wheelchairs and bikes Weekends Perfect pairings for weekends
Bookman Block Light FrontThe Block Light Front from Bookman is a compact, stylish and versatile front cycle light that provides a max power output of 50-lumens and full power and has a 25-hour burn time on 'Blinking' mode.Block Light is a strong, compact, rechargeable bicycle light. The design is based on the now-classic, well-known Bookman Light - with the addition of a sleek lens to distribute the light perfectly. On the inside, however, everything is new. Equipped with the latest LEDs and Lithium-Ion battery to make it super bright, yet long-lasting in battery time. With its four different modes, it is perfect for the commuter or the dedicated road cyclist that are looking for a slim light to illuminate their twilight rides. Modes: Modes Brightness (Lumens) Runtime (Hours) 100% Steady 50 1.5 100% Blinking 50 3 25% Steady 14 5 25% Blinking 14 25 Features: Brightness: 50 lumens Runtime: Up to 25 hours Charging Time: 2 hours from flat Package Contents: 1 x Block Light Front, 1 x Micro USB cableBuy Bookman Accessories from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Rechargeable high power bike light with a brightness of up 37 lumens and a run-time of up to 32 hours. Easy attach and detach from the handlebar with the elastic silicone band. The battery indicator and 'on' button are situated on top which also doubles as the clasp. Press and hold for 0.7 seconds to turn the light on or off. One single click switches between the five modes available. On the brightest steady light setting, the light produces 37 lumens for two and a half hours. In the power saving and flashing modes, the light can last up to lengthy 32 hours. It takes only two hours to charge from flat to full via a convenient USB charging cable, which is included. The light is equipped with three LED’s, one super bright to make the cyclists visible from far and two bright LED’s for comfortable side vision. This ensures that the cyclist can be spotted from far away and it also gives visibility to travellers at a 180-degree angle. The completely weather resistant light (IP-44) will show you the way through rain, hail or snow. Fits tube diameters from 22 to 42 mm. Modes: Modes Brightness (lumen) Runtime (hours) Steady 100% 37 2.5 Flashing100% 37 12 Eco mode steady 15 6.5 Eco mode flashing 15 32 Pulse 37 10 Curve Light comes in a front (sold separately) and rear version. The rear sits horizontally on the seatpost the front version vertically on the handlebar.
Bookman Curve Rear LightThe Curve Rear Light from Bookman is the ideal urban bike for inner-city errands and daily commuting. Plus, it provides 37-lumens output at max power and up to 32-hours battery power on 'Pulse' mode.Rechargeable high power bike light with a brightness of up 37 lumens and a run-time of up to 32 hours. Easy attach and detach from the handlebar with the elastic silicone band. The battery indicator and 'on' button are situated on top which also doubles as the clasp. Press and hold for 0.7 seconds to turn the light on or off. One single click switches between the five modes available. On the brightest steady light setting, the light produces 37 lumens for two and a half hours. In the power saving and flashing modes, the light can last up to lengthy 32 hours. It takes only two hours to charge from flat to full via a convenient USB charging cable, which is included. The light is equipped with three LED's, one super bright to make the cyclists visible from far and two bright LED's for comfortable side vision. This ensures that the cyclist can be spotted from far away and it also gives visibility to travellers at a 180-degree angle. The completely weather resistant light (IP-44) will show you the way through rain, hail or snow. Fits tube diameters from 22 to 42 mm. Modes: Modes Brightness (Lumens) Runtime (Hours) Steady 100% 37 2.5 Flashing 100% 37 12 Eco Mode Steady 15 6.5 Eco Mode Flashing 15 32 Pulse 37 10 Curve Light comes in a front (sold separately) and rear version. The rear sits horizontally on the seatpost the front version vertically on the handlebar.Features: LED: 1 x 1W Cree LED, 2 x 0.1W LED Battery: 650 mAh rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery Measurements: Height: 57 mm; Width: 30 mm; Depth: 35 mm excl. strap Protrudes 28 mm from the handlebar Weight: 46gBuy Bookman Accessories from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Bookman Curve Rear LightThe Curve Rear Light from Bookman is the ideal urban bike for inner-city errands and daily commuting. Plus, it provides 37-lumens output at max power and up to 32-hours battery power on 'Pulse' mode.Rechargeable high power bike light with a brightness of up 37 lumens and a run-time of up to 32 hours. Easy attach and detach from the handlebar with the elastic silicone band. The battery indicator and 'on' button are situated on top which also doubles as the clasp. Press and hold for 0.7 seconds to turn the light on or off. One single click switches between the five modes available. On the brightest steady light setting, the light produces 37 lumens for two and a half hours. In the power saving and flashing modes, the light can last up to lengthy 32 hours. It takes only two hours to charge from flat to full via a convenient USB charging cable, which is included. The light is equipped with three LED's, one super bright to make the cyclists visible from far and two bright LED's for comfortable side vision. This ensures that the cyclist can be spotted from far away and it also gives visibility to travellers at a 180-degree angle. The completely weather resistant light (IP-44) will show you the way through rain, hail or snow. Fits tube diameters from 22 to 42 mm. Modes: Modes Brightness (Lumens) Runtime (Hours) Steady 100% 37 2.5 Flashing 100% 37 12 Eco Mode Steady 15 6.5 Eco Mode Flashing 15 32 Pulse 37 10 Curve Light comes in a front (sold separately) and rear version. The rear sits horizontally on the seatpost the front version vertically on the handlebar.Features: LED: 1 x 1W Cree LED, 2 x 0.1W LED Battery: 650 mAh rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery Measurements: Height: 57 mm; Width: 30 mm; Depth: 35 mm excl. strap Protrudes 28 mm from the handlebar Weight: 46gBuy Bookman Accessories from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Bookman Curve Rear LightThe Curve Rear Light from Bookman is the ideal urban bike for inner-city errands and daily commuting. Plus, it provides 37-lumens output at max power and up to 32-hours battery power on 'Pulse' mode.Rechargeable high power bike light with a brightness of up 37 lumens and a run-time of up to 32 hours. Easy attach and detach from the handlebar with the elastic silicone band. The battery indicator and 'on' button are situated on top which also doubles as the clasp. Press and hold for 0.7 seconds to turn the light on or off. One single click switches between the five modes available. On the brightest steady light setting, the light produces 37 lumens for two and a half hours. In the power saving and flashing modes, the light can last up to lengthy 32 hours. It takes only two hours to charge from flat to full via a convenient USB charging cable, which is included. The light is equipped with three LED's, one super bright to make the cyclists visible from far and two bright LED's for comfortable side vision. This ensures that the cyclist can be spotted from far away and it also gives visibility to travellers at a 180-degree angle. The completely weather resistant light (IP-44) will show you the way through rain, hail or snow. Fits tube diameters from 22 to 42 mm. Modes: Modes Brightness (Lumens) Runtime (Hours) Steady 100% 37 2.5 Flashing 100% 37 12 Eco Mode Steady 15 6.5 Eco Mode Flashing 15 32 Pulse 37 10 Curve Light comes in a front (sold separately) and rear version. The rear sits horizontally on the seatpost the front version vertically on the handlebar.Features: LED: 1 x 1W Cree LED, 2 x 0.1W LED Battery: 650 mAh rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery Measurements: Height: 57 mm; Width: 30 mm; Depth: 35 mm excl. strap Protrudes 28 mm from the handlebar Weight: 46gBuy Bookman Accessories from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
Bookman Curve Rear LightThe Curve Rear Light from Bookman is the ideal urban bike for inner-city errands and daily commuting. Plus, it provides 37-lumens output at max power and up to 32-hours battery power on 'Pulse' mode.Rechargeable high power bike light with a brightness of up 37 lumens and a run-time of up to 32 hours. Easy attach and detach from the handlebar with the elastic silicone band. The battery indicator and 'on' button are situated on top which also doubles as the clasp. Press and hold for 0.7 seconds to turn the light on or off. One single click switches between the five modes available. On the brightest steady light setting, the light produces 37 lumens for two and a half hours. In the power saving and flashing modes, the light can last up to lengthy 32 hours. It takes only two hours to charge from flat to full via a convenient USB charging cable, which is included. The light is equipped with three LED's, one super bright to make the cyclists visible from far and two bright LED's for comfortable side vision. This ensures that the cyclist can be spotted from far away and it also gives visibility to travellers at a 180-degree angle. The completely weather resistant light (IP-44) will show you the way through rain, hail or snow. Fits tube diameters from 22 to 42 mm. Modes: Modes Brightness (Lumens) Runtime (Hours) Steady 100% 37 2.5 Flashing 100% 37 12 Eco Mode Steady 15 6.5 Eco Mode Flashing 15 32 Pulse 37 10 Curve Light comes in a front (sold separately) and rear version. The rear sits horizontally on the seatpost the front version vertically on the handlebar.Features: LED: 1 x 1W Cree LED, 2 x 0.1W LED Battery: 650 mAh rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery Measurements: Height: 57 mm; Width: 30 mm; Depth: 35 mm excl. strap Protrudes 28 mm from the handlebar Weight: 46gBuy Bookman Accessories from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
What better way to discover and enjoy a new place than under your own power. Whether you're on a bicycle, tandem, handcycle or tricycle, Lost Lanes takes you on a journey through the byways of the Midlands and beyond, from the windswept hills of Shropshire to the big skies of Lincolnshire, from the crags of the Peak District to the comely villages of the Cotswolds All the routes are clearly graded from easy to challenging, letting you choose how much effort you want to take in. And if you enjoy the pub stops as mush as the biking, Lost lanes includes listings of the best pubs and tea stops, wild swim spots, viewpoints and even accommodations to make it a multi-day tour. The book is accompanied by a dedicated website where you'll find downloadable GPX files, turn-by-turn route instructions and detailed maps. And all rides are accessible by train, so the car can be left at home. *Enjoy the traffic-free trails of the Peak District – dramatic landscapes, grand country houses and industrial archaeology *Explore the Cotswolds on its quietest country lanes and hidden byways, stopping at cosy pubs and breathtaking sunset viewpoints *Follow in the tyre tracks of Edward Elgar to the summit of the Malvern Hills for some of the most splendid views of England *Discover secret Birmingham on its vast network of canal towpaths and traffic-free urban greenways
Lightweight 'bikepacking' is a fast growing international trend. Essentially it's backpacking with a bike - or any ride that includes an overnight stay. So why not try an off-road micro-adventure with a difference, exploring Britain's hidden trails and tracks? This is the first ever UK book on bikepacking and provides: -30 of the finest off-road rides that the British isles have to to offer, from the Isle of Wight to the Scottish Highlands -Tips for picturesque camping, biking, packing and exploring -Ideas for family adventures -Engaging travelogue and inspiring photography -The best routes for mountain trails, night rides, adventures, stargazing, forest single track and more - all just a short train ride away This unique guide will appeal to cyclists, micro-adventurers or those seeking the ultimate wild British cycling adventure.
The sun is shining and temperatures rising, it's the perfect time to enjoy a refreshing dip into the cool, clear waters of a secret lake. Or perhaps you're keen to experience the thrill of plunging into a hidden waterfall. Award-winning author and photographer Daniel Start returns with this revised and expanded version of the best-selling guide to Britain’s swimming holes. The bumper second edition (2013) of the best-selling Wild Swimming photo guide is now fully revised and expanded to include 200 amazing new wild swimming locations. Brand new coverage in the South-East and the Midlands, new information for kids and families, new ideas for pubs, campsites, boat trips and weekends, new ratings on safety and access and improved maps and digital grid references. This revised and expanded edition of Wild Swimming features the same winning formula of stunning photography, engaging travel writing and practical guidance.
Whether you're an Islandeering expert or just discovering its joys, Islandeering - Adventures Around the Edge of Britain's Hidden Islands is your essential guide to the adventure of discovering 50 secret islands around Britain. Islandeering will see you circumnavigating tiny islands by walking, running, scrambling, coasteering, or even swimming around their periphery. Using your skills and wit, you'll travel around the outer land edge of 50 secret islands to complete the circuit and bag the island. From Scottish island bagging to little-known islands in England and Wales. From Essex, Somerset and Cornwall to Pembrokeshire, Northumberland and the Hebrides; follow wild foreshores, tidal causeways and remote coast paths. Complete each journey to discover a magical archipelago world. The book has 50 Islands for you to bag, and routes are graded from easy to difficult, letting you work your way up to harder challenges. You'll also have access to detailed instructions, complete with GPX downloads. Inside there are also beautiful photographs to admire and maps to study. Author Lisa Drewe also details historical, geographical and wildlife highlights, as well as her own adventures and mishaps. Author's Thoughts - Lisa Drewe This book shares my favourite day walks and adventures around 50 islands off mainland Britain and, in the true sense of islandeering, explores the coast along the way. It gives details of sea caves, cliffs and geos to explore, secret beaches, wild swims, and the huge diversity of cultural and wildlife highlights that every island has to offer. 2020 ‘Guidebook of the Year’ (OWPG) – ‘innovative, passionate and detailed – wonderfully inspirational’
Bookman Curve Rear LightThe Curve Rear Light from Bookman is the ideal urban bike for inner-city errands and daily commuting. Plus, it provides 37-lumens output at max power and up to 32-hours battery power on 'Pulse' mode.Rechargeable high power bike light with a brightness of up 37 lumens and a run-time of up to 32 hours. Easy attach and detach from the handlebar with the elastic silicone band. The battery indicator and 'on' button are situated on top which also doubles as the clasp. Press and hold for 0.7 seconds to turn the light on or off. One single click switches between the five modes available. On the brightest steady light setting, the light produces 37 lumens for two and a half hours. In the power saving and flashing modes, the light can last up to lengthy 32 hours. It takes only two hours to charge from flat to full via a convenient USB charging cable, which is included. The light is equipped with three LED's, one super bright to make the cyclists visible from far and two bright LED's for comfortable side vision. This ensures that the cyclist can be spotted from far away and it also gives visibility to travellers at a 180-degree angle. The completely weather resistant light (IP-44) will show you the way through rain, hail or snow. Fits tube diameters from 22 to 42 mm. Modes: Modes Brightness (Lumens) Runtime (Hours) Steady 100% 37 2.5 Flashing 100% 37 12 Eco Mode Steady 15 6.5 Eco Mode Flashing 15 32 Pulse 37 10 Curve Light comes in a front (sold separately) and rear version. The rear sits horizontally on the seatpost the front version vertically on the handlebar.Features: LED: 1 x 1W Cree LED, 2 x 0.1W LED Battery: 650 mAh rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery Measurements: Height: 57 mm; Width: 30 mm; Depth: 35 mm excl. strap Protrudes 28 mm from the handlebar Weight: 46gBuy Bookman Accessories from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.