Part of the 25 Walks Series published by Mercat Press, this long-awaited Heart of Scotland edition covers Scotland’s central belt. Packed full of interesting historical facts and includes many routes through intriguing areas of interest.
Synopsis: The Official Guide to the Southern Upland Way, Britain’s first official coast-to-coast footpath. In its 212-mile route across southern Scotland it crosses a remarkable variety of scenery, from the coastal cliffs at Portpatrick to the fertile glens by St Mary’s Loch and Traquair, and ending in the east at Cockburnspath.
Taken from Roger Smith’s popular column in The Herald, this collection already has a proven audience. Walks to suit all moods from the heart of Glasgow’s city centre to the West’s leafy green spaces and stunning coastline. A perfect antidote for restless weekends and holidays at home, as well as providing tourists with fantastic sightseeing opportunities.