NF: Travel & Maps

For fifteen years, Tim Bradford has meandered round the quiet streets of his North London home, seeking outthe ordinary and the extraordinary, the sublime and the ridiculous. A London Country Diary documents his wanderings - he attempts to rescue a deer in Clissold Park,...

  London is a whole planet in itself The true heart of London is beating: individual little shops offering everything special An indispensable guide for everyone out for a stroll, and for enjoyment! Some people think London is a metropolis that is constantly reinventing...

Walking is one of Britain's favourite leisure activities, and this fantastic walking guide to Dorset features a variety of mapped walks to suit all abilities. The book features all the practical detail you need, accompanied by fascinating background reading on the history and wildlife...

One man’s journey in the footsteps of a great explorer into the heart of Africa. As a young man, Warwick Cairns met the then elderly explorer Wilfred Thesiger and the two men struck up an unlikely friendship. Invited to visit him at his African...

Wherever you are and wherever you dream of going, this inspirational journal will be your trusty travel companion. The beautifully designed pages include lots of space to plan a dream trip, stick in mementos, write about things you've seen and sketch landmarks and wildlife....

Insight Guides Great Breaks JerseyTravel made easy. Ask local experts.Inspirational travel guide making the most of the British Isles through clearly laid-out walks and tours, now with free eBook.Explore the best of Jersey with this unique travel guide, packed full of insider information and...

The ultimate family activity guide for busy daring dads in need of a little inspiration to spend quality time with their kids, by double Olympic gold medallist rower, adventurer and father of three, Alex Gregory. ‘Time is the one resource we can’t buy but...

Walking is one of Britain's favourite leisure activities, and this guide to Shropshire features mapped walks of two to ten miles to suit all abilities. The book features all the practical detail you need, accompanied by fascinating background reading on the history and wildlife...

Walking is one of Britain's favourite leisure activities, and this fantastic walking guide to Cornwall features a variety of mapped walks to suit all abilities. The book features all the practical detail you need, accompanied by fascinating background reading on the history and wildlife...

A glimpse of life inside the world’s most secretive country, as told by Britain’s best-loved travel writer.In May 2018, former Monty Python stalwart and intrepid globetrotter Michael Palin spent two weeks in the notoriously secretive Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, a cut-off land without...

The Star Wars galaxy is a dangerous place. Be prepared!Would you survive in the spice mines of Kessel?Could you escape from a giant space slug?From tackling extreme weather and finding shelter, to avoiding social pitfalls, learn what to do to stay alive in a...

Walking is one of Britain's favourite leisure activities, and this guide to Hampshire and the Isle of Wight features 50 mapped walks from two to ten miles, to suit all abilities. The book highlights all the practical detail you need, accompanied by fascinating background...

Walking is one of Britain's favourite leisure activities, and this guide to Berkshire and Buckinghamshire features 50 mapped walks from two to ten miles, to suit all abilities. The book features all the practical detail you need, accompanied by fascinating background reading on the...

Surviving the First 36 Hours gives you all the tools you need to stay alive in extreme conditions and secure rescue. Picture this: the worst has happened, and you’ve suddenly been put into a survival scenario. In some cases, it might be best to find...

The ultimate armchair travel guide to recreating an authentic Japanese experience at home. Tokyo is one of the most vibrant and fascinating cities in the world; a place where traditional gardens and temples are set against neon jungles and looming skyscrapers. One visit to...

Discover the hidden gems that embody the spirit of London with this go-to guide to the best signature cocktails in town. Explore the most popular hotspots, tube stops, and drinks that London has to offer. From classy rooftop bars to eccentric, hidden watering holes,...

Let Marco Polo's Venice Travel Guide show you the heart of Venice. If you're a bit short of time to prepare for your trip, don't want to miss anything and like to be inspired by great ideas for exciting days out, look no further....

Britain has a history of producing and using a wonderful array of fishing boats, some of which still sail under private ownership.

You have to be on your guard when you go back to special places. You may be able to locate them easily enough on the map, but maps tell only one story. Times change and places and people with them. The memory plays curious...

  The National Trust cares for some of the most spectacular countryside in Britain. This guide features 100 walks from across the country, from the ancient majesty of Avebury's stone circle and the wonder of Giant's Causeway to the dramatic peaks towering about Lake...