Daytrips London: Volume 7

Looking for a fresh approach to exploring England? Daytrips London does a masterful job of detailing 55 daytrips using that city as a base. This is one book you'll want to take with you on your vacation! Aimed at independent travelers seeking offbeat adventures along with classic destinations, this unusual guidebook first explores the metropolis on 10 one-day walking tours, then describes 45 daytrips to wonderful places throughout Southern England and beyond. All of the excursions can be made by either rail or private car. Each one-day adventure is complete with a do-it-yourself walking tour, a detailed local map with clearly indicated attractions and routes, full travel directions, time & weather considerations, restaurant & pub suggestions, plenty of background information, and a concise description of all worthwhile sights. There's also a large section devoted to getting around Southern England on your own, a Historical Perspectives section to place all! those kings and battles in the proper context, a glossary of British terms, a menu translator, and a comprehensive index.