Description
A metropolis with many green spaces.
London features parks, woodland, wetlands, and open heaths that offer experiences distinct from the busiest shopping streets and landmarks. This book allows you to explore such locations through walks in both central and Greater London. It demonstrates how nature, history, and urban life converge, often within reach of standard public transport from your accommodation.
Twenty-five walks through diverse landscapes.
The selection ranges from well-known parks and Hampstead Heath to quieter reserves, river sections, and woodland. The walks can fill a few hours or a more extensive day out. Several can be divided, allowing you to choose a shorter stretch when combining the walk with other plans in the same district.
Maps and background on urban nature.
Route descriptions and maps help you find connections through green spaces. The book discusses species you may encounter, alongside history and conservation efforts. Consequently, the walks become more than alternative walking routes between landmarks; they also provide an opportunity to understand how the capital’s natural environments are used, preserved, and change character from place to place.
For city visits with time to explore.
The guide is suitable for visitors seeking a quieter break and for locals wishing to find new walking opportunities. Some routes are long even if the terrain is not mountainous, so consider distance and time before setting out. Use updated information on public transport and local opening hours when planning your start, finish, and any stops along the way.
A long tradition of hiking guides.
Cicerone has published guidebooks since 1969. The publisher emerged among climbers and mountaineers who wanted to share thorough knowledge of their routes – a tradition that still characterizes these compact books for walking, trekking, and other outdoor experiences.
About this edition.
Author: Peter Aylmer. English language. 200 pages. Second edition, published 2023. ISBN 9781786311467.
