This new, thoroughly updated second edition of Bradt's North York Moors
and Yorkshire Wolds, part of the distinctive 'Slow travel' series of
guides to UK regions, remains the only full-blown standalone guide
available to this region of contrasts, from the magnificent cliffs and
beaches of the Heritage Coast and rolling hills of the North York Moors
to the tranquil chalk downland of the Wolds. Nestled at the heart of it
all is the ancient historic city of York, with its stunning Minster, the
largest Gothic cathedral in Northern Europe. As well as featuring all
the main sights, Bradt's North York Moors and Yorkshire Wolds includes
places and aspects of the region not detailed by other guidebooks and,
while making a virtue of being selective, nonetheless covers the whole
region in considerable detail. It also includes personal anecdotes and
the views of local people as well as tapping into the Yorkshire-based
author's considerable knowledge of the region, especially his
experiences as an outdoor enthusiast, naturalist and beer connoisseur.
With Bradt's North York Moors and Yorkshire Wolds, discover what makes
this area tick. The annual Tour de Yorkshire has helped to establish the
region as a biking Mecca, while the Yorkshire Nature Triangle in the
east is renowned for its birds and wildlife, from adders to barn owls,
otters to dolphins. Wildlife lovers will also find details of
whale-watching tours. Included in the guide is information on the 10
long-distance paths which cross the area, plus tips on the sandy beaches
and rocky coves that make this an ideal family destination. Local food
and drink, from seafood to meats, cheeses and breweries, is covered,
too. Also included are details of festivals, steam train journeys as
featured in the Harry Potter films, the Georgian opulence of Castle
Howard as featured in Brideshead Revisited, sea-bird colonies along the
Heritage Coast, the only mainland colony of gannets in England at
Bempton Cliffs, and the tallest standing stone in Britain. Written in an
entertaining style combining personal narrative with authoritative
information, Bradt's North York Moors and Yorkshire Wolds has all the
most up-to-date information you could need for a successful visit.
