Starting at Blackpool, the most iconic of Britain's coastal towns, this book takes a clockwise journey around the coast of Britain, calling in at 80 different beautiful, quirky and interesting locations and delivering a must- have guide to each place.
For popular-culture vultures, there really is no better guide to Britain's best TV and film locations than On Location. With their historical charm, scenic beauty and diverse cities, the United Kingdom and Ireland have proved to be popular backdrops for film and TV directors over the decades. Whether it be the period piece Bridgerton, the gritty drama Game of Thrones, the adrenaline-fuelled Impossible series or the sci-fi trailblazer Doctor Who, the UK and Ireland have been on hand to lend buildings, countryside and natural features to some of the most gripping on-screen moments.On Location presents some of the finest destinations around the British Isles to appear in cinema and on TV, and details exactly how you can go about visiting them. Attractions range from London's bustling city centre,home to many James Bond movies, to secluded stately homes that have hosted elaborate productions of Pride and Prejudice, and offbeat urban buildings featured in well-loved shows such as Only Fools and Horses and The Young Ones. Featuring over 100 TV shows and blockbuster films, this guidebook is sure to keep even the mostobsessive film buff occupied for years.
20 WALKS THAT ARE PERFECT FOR YOUR DOG AND GREAT PUBS WHERE THEY'RE WELCOME!This collection of tried-and-tested walks in North Yorkshire, all between 3 and 81/2 miles, has been written specifically for dogs and their owners, allowing for maximum off-lead time. At the heart of every route is a dog-friendly pub.
"A comprehensive and inspiring guide to 200 of Britain's most beautiful and interesting islands. Whether it's a sandy paradise or a wild Scottish outpost with a warm pub, it's time to plan your island getaway. The British Isles includes some 194 inhabited islands (out of a total of over 6,000), ranging from remote lost worlds to famous and popular holiday spots. And Treasured Islands includes them all, in one enticing package. This wonderfully comprehensive and inspiring guide starts off with a Best of... section, highlighting the ten best islands for foodies, wildlife, adrenaline-junkies and pure escapism. Then, region by region, the author explores the UK's most wonderful islands, including: --Shetlands, Fair Isle, Orkneys, Outer Hebrides, Inner Hebrides, Isle of Arran --Lindisfarne, Isle of Man, Walney Island --Anglesey, Pembrokeshire Island --Foulness and Canvey Islands --Isle of Sheppey, Lundy --Isle of Wight, Isles of Scilly, Channel Islands, Islands of Ireland --Tidal Islands (to include Burgh Island, Holy Island and St Michael's Mount) --Inland Islands (to include Eel Pie, Derwent Isle and Peel Island in the Lake District) --Remote Islands. Illustrated with beautiful colour photography, the text ensures you won't miss out on must-see attractions, wildlife and natural features, local food specialties, sporting activities, best places to stay and eat, and all-important transport links to and from the mainland, and other nearby islands. For some light relief, there are interesting historical and cultural anecdotes woven through, giving a fascinating insight into the way of life on these sometimes remote settlements." --Amazon.com