Treasured Islands : The explorer's guide to over 200 of the most beautiful and intriguing islands around Britain

Peter Naldrett

ISBN 10: 1844865924 / ISBN 13: 9781844865925

Published by Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Aug 2021, 2021

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Neuware - 'The definitive guide to Britain's quirky and rugged islands. Islands have always had a mysterious allure - Peter has managed to capture the magical essence of our old favourites and lesser known gems.' Ed StaffordIslands represent adventure, mystery, wilderness and escapism. Surrounded by water, they're somewhere to run away to, to be marooned on, to find a paradise. 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 ArranLindisfarne, Isle of Man, Walney IslandAnglesey, Pembrokeshire IslandFoulness and Canvey IslandsIsle of Sheppey, LundyIsle of Wight, Isles of Scilly, Channel Islands, Islands of IrelandTidal 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.'A wonderful book filled with hidden gems, helping us to connect with the majestic beauty of the British coastline.'Levison Wood.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Treasured Islands : The explorer's guide to over 200 of the most beautiful and intriguing islands around Britain
• Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Aug 2021
• Publication Date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1844865924
• ISBN 13: 9781844865925
• Binding: Taschenbuch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 219W x 182H x 25D millimeters 219 millimeters width by 182 millimeters height by 25 millimeters depth
• Weight: 806 grams

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Synopsis

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.

About the Author

Peter Naldrett is a freelance writer specialising in travel and the outdoors. He has written a number of guidebooks as well as four books in the Dog Walkers' Guide series. He has also written for magazines such as Geographical, The Big Issue and Dalesman as well as The Daily Telegraph. He is the author of Days Out Underground, Around the Coast in 80 Days, and Treasured Islands, all published by Bloomsbury. When not writing and travelling, Peter teaches geography at a South Yorkshire secondary school.

@PeterNaldrett