| The Deeside Way: Long Distance Guide Contributor(s): Evans, Peter (Author) |
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ISBN: 1780275900 ISBN-13: 9781780275901 Publisher: Birlinn OUR PRICE: $26.06 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: November 2021 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Sports & Recreation | Walking - Sports & Recreation | Hiking - Travel | Europe - Great Britain |
| Physical Information: 0.39" H x 5.43" W x 8.66" (0.65 lbs) 128 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The Deeside Way is a long-distance path running for 66km (41 miles) from Aberdeen, the oil capital of Europe, to Ballater in Royal Deeside in the Cairngorms National Park. Mainly following the course of old Royal Deeside Railway line, it is suitable for cyclists as well as walkers. There is much to be seen along the Way of scenic beauty, historical interest and thriving wildlife. There are fascinating links to the Romans, to Queen Victoria and Balmoral and even to bodysnatchers This new Guide covers all of these, with a wealth of practical information on preparation for the walk, accommodation, transport and much else. As well as describing the Way itself, Peter Evans includes six additional walks in and around Deeside, varying from short low-level walks to mountain summits. |
Contributor Bio(s): Evans, Peter: - PETER EVANS is Principal of Leadership Education Australia, and lectures in leadership and strategy to MBA students at two universities. He has co-authored books on leadership and higher education teaching and learning. Peter has been CEO of a national company, owned a small business, been a Head of Department in local government, and worked for ten years in the not-for-profit sector. He currently chairs two not-for-profit organizations. |