All the Wiltshire Ramblers groups want to help you enjoy the local countryside so, as well as providing led walks, they
have published books of walks that take you to the best locations
in their part of Wiltshire. The books are on sale in local tourist
information centres and some bookshops.
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More Walks around Chippenham
A series of circular and linear walks, ranging
from 3 to 9 miles, which take place in and around some of the
most picturesque villages in the Chippenham area, including Biddestone
and Lacock.
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Walks around Devizes
Another collection of circular walks starting
and finishing at the focal point of Devizes town centre - the
Market Place. Here you will find the Tourist Information Centre
and establishments catering for the needs of hungry and thirsty
walkers. The walks range from around 4 to 7 miles and are illustrated
by photographs and maps. A map of Devizes and notes about the
town are also included.
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Walks around Marlborough
These circular walks are devised specifically
to include the very best that the Marlborough area has to offer
i.e. ancient earthworks, the Savernake Forest, the Kennet &
Avon Canal and open downland. The lengths of the walks vary from
3 to 9 miles. (£3.00)
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Walks from Village Pubs near Swindon
This set of walks are designed to appeal to casual visitors to the countryside. Walk distances range from 1¼
to 5½ miles, and the book includes the telephone numbers
of the pubs so that walkers can check the all-important opening times. (£3.00)
Other North-East Wiltshire Group publications include 9 Downland Walks (£3.00),
11 Short Walks in North-East Wiltshire (£3.00) and
20 Walks around Swindon
(£3.50). All five books are on sale at the Tourist Information Centres
in Marlborough and Swindon. They can also be ordered by post from Jane
Baldwin at Wharfedene, Hillside Way, Blunsdon, Swindon, SN26 8BU.
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Britain
This guide will lead you to Britain’s 50
finest viewpoints, via 50 superb walks. With the help of the Ramblers’
expert knowledge of local terrain, history and cultural associations
you can discover and explore our islands most spectacular landscapes.
Published in May 2009, it retails at £14.99 and is available
from Waterstones, W H Smith and all good bookshops. To buy a copy
call 020 7339 8500 or join the Ramblers
today and receive this guide FREE.
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