Walks into History - Warwickshire, John Wilks - The fourteen routes in this guide take the walker on a journey to the key sites connected with Warwickshire's colourful and stormy past. The lively and informative routes in this guide are all between 3 - 8 miles and explore the beautiful and historic countryside of Warwickshire. Published March 10.

Warwickshire Walks to Wet Your Whistle, Roger Seedhouse - A collection of walks, all with good pubs, in Warwickshire - the centre of England and a county of great contrasts. Historic, bustling towns interspersed with pretty, quiet villages. A land of lakes and country parks which are a delight to behold, merging into the Northern Cotswolds with its buildings of honey-hued stone. This book will appeal to both more experienced walkers and, by the introduction of shorter alternatives, to casual walkers or those wishing to vary the length of their walk as mood or time constraints dictate. The main walks range in distance from 6.25 to 10.5 miles and have a pub conveniently located about half-way round. Shorter alternatives range from 3.25 to 6.5 miles and start and finish at the pub. The pubs vary in style and character but have generally been chosen to provide a watering hole in which the walker will feel welcome and comfortable, rather than for plush surroundings. Published Dec 03. ►Get this book for 10% discount off published price and free postage.

Drive and Stroll in Warwickshire, Angela Jefferies - A collection of twenty circular routes for those who enjoy a country drive to an attractive spot for a refreshing walk. With maps and photographs. Published June 08

Rambler's Choice - Some favourite walks in the Midlands, Peter Groves (editor) - in this collection members of the City of Birmingham Group of the Ramblers' Association offer some of their favourite walks in Warwickshire, West Midlands, Worcestershire and Staffordshire. They are not too difficult and many have longer and shorter versions, the longer walks ranging from about 5 miles to 9½ miles and the shorter walks from about 3 miles to 7¾ miles. Published March 07. ►Get this book for 10% discount off published price and free postage.

Shakespeare's Way - Peter Titchmarsh - This guide describes the 146-mile Shakespeare’s Way, a footpath running through the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, Blenheim Park, Oxford, the valley of the Thame, and the beech woods of the Chilterns. Beyond here it takes a surprisingly quiet route into London. The footpath tries to stay as close as possible to the route the ‘Bard’ may have taken on his own journeys between Stratford-upon-Avon and London. Published Feb 06

Walks to Teashops and Taverns in Warwickshire, Richard Shurey - The twenty circular walks in this volume combine some of the most beautiful scenery in Warwickshire, including country houses, waterways, castles and picturesque villages, with the opportunity to visit a collection of irresistible taverns and teashops. The walks vary in length between two and six miles, and offer a wealth of local places to see and explore. Each walk is carefully described and is accompanied by a sketch map of the route. There are details on how to get to the start and where to park, and notes on the places of interest en route. Practical information on the teashops and pubs including their opening times, regular menus and house specialities are also provided. For those walks where the teashop closes or has restricted hours in the winter months, other refreshment places are recommended. Published June 03

Pub Strolls in Warwickshire, Richard Shurey -  Thirty short circular walks, all 4 miles or under, based on good local pubs. Includes routes near Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick, Leamington and Kenilworth. Published April 01
 

Adventurous Pub Walks in Warwickshire, Roger Noyce - 20 circular routes of between 7 and 12 miles. Includes Lapworth Locks, Burton Dassett Country Park, Bishops Bowl Lakes, Dunchurch and Baddesley Clinton. Published April 04

Walking with William Shakespeare, Anne-Marie Edwards - Walk with William Shakespeare through his world, enjoying his plays, poetry and scenes from his life. Visit his home in Stratford and walk in the surrounding countryside he knew and loved. Roam the Cotswold hills where he probably taught school, and discover how he learned courtly ways as we visit the Earl of Southampton's mansion near Titchfield in Hampshire. Explore London, the scene of his greatest triumphs. Maps and full directions for the walks are included along with fascinating forays into Shakespeare's life for the armchair traveller! Published April 05

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In the Footsteps of the Gunpowder Plotters - A Journey Through History in Middle England -  Conall Boyle - When the Gunpowder Plotters failed to blow up parliament they fled, visiting their houses in Warwickshire and Worcestershire. In this unique guide you can follow their trail and discover many of their most secret places in the Midlands. Published Dec 94. ►Get this book for 10% discount off published price and free postage.

Heart of England Hill Walks, John Newsom - The eighteen circular walks in this collection explore a variety of hills in the Heart of England - some well known, others that may be less familiar. They include the high open moorlands of Staffordshire, some of the more remote hills of Shropshire, parts of the ever-popular Cotswolds, the counties of Hereford & Worcester and Warwickshire including, naturally, the magnificent Malverns, as well as some more modest, but very scenic hilltops. The distances of the main walks vary from 10.5 miles to 14.5 miles. However, most include the option of a shorter walk and these range between 6 and 10 miles. Published July 96. ►Get this book for 10% discount off published price and free postage.

Waterside Walks in the Midlands, Birmingham Ramblers - Twenty-two walks featuring brooks, streams, pools, rivers and canals. Some can be found a short distance from the centre of Britain's second city; others will take the reader further afield in the West Midlands and into the attractive counties of Warwickshire, Worcestershire, Shropshire, Staffordshire and Derbyshire.  Published Dec 90.►Get this book for 10% discount off published price and free postage.

More Waterside Walks in the Midlands - Following on the success of their first book, Waterside Walks in the Midlands, members of the City of Birmingham Branch of the Ramblers' Association have now prepared another collection on a similar theme. As before, the walks feature brooks, streams, rivers, canal and pools - sometimes as a major aspect of a walk, sometimes as a feature to encounter as you ramble through some of the fine Midlands countryside. Most are circular, the three exceptions having ample public transport to the start and at the finish. Distances range from 4.5 miles to 14 miles. Published May 98. ►Get this book for 10% discount off published price and free postage.

Waterside Walks in Warwickshire, Richard Shurey - Includes Shustoke Reservoir, Ryton Pools, River Arne, and River Avon. 20 walks of between 2 and 5 miles.  Published April 99

Country Walks in Warwickshire and Worcestershire, Des Wright - Twenty circular walks that explore some of the two county's most attractive areas. The walking is easy, mostly on the flat with few climbs. Distances range from 2.5 to 8.5 miles although some can be combined to give longer walks. Published Jan 97. ►Get this book for 10% discount off published price and free postage.

More Walks in Warwickshire and Worcestershire, Des Wright - A Second collection of circular walks in two fine counties from a popular author whose love of the countryside is abundantly evident in this book. As in his first collection the walking is not difficult with few climbs. Distances range from 4.5 to 11.5 miles, with most walks having a shorter option of between 1.5 and 8 miles. All are readily accessible by car and by public transport. Published Jan 99. ►Get this book for 10% discount off published price and free postage.

Walks in Warwickshire and Worcestershire, a third collection - Des Wright - This third collection of walks by a popular author explores further some of the attractive countryside in two West Midlands counties. The walking is not difficult, mostly on the flat and with no strenuous climbs. The walks are all circular and can be reached by car and, with one exception, by public transport. Distances range between 2 and 9.5 miles, with one rather more strenuous walk of 14 miles.  Published Aug 02. ►Get this book for 10% discount off published price and free postage.

Walks in South Warwickshire, John Parnham and Barry Wills -  This collection of circular walks represent the author's favourites within this lovely, varied region. The walks will take you along ancient trackways and paths, past standing stones, earthworks, country estates and grand houses. In the Arden countryside as well as finding connections to William Shakespeare you will discover hidden valleys and distinct wooded hilltops that offer wonderful views. Further south the walks will take you through delightful villages and into remote areas in the Cotswold Hills that rival in many ways the better known parts of this beautiful region. Published Aug 99. ►Get this book for 10% discount off published price and free postage.

Best Walks in the Midlands, Des Wright - This is the 4th collection of walks by Des Wright (see below for others), an author with a passionate interest in the countryside and its wildlife. Each of the 20 walks has been designed with a specific focus - such as an unusual or notable building, a unique pub, a church with a fine spire, a folly, a natural object or an impressive view. The walks are not difficult and within the capabilities of the average walker. Some are quire short and others have shorter options so will appeal to those with young families or who are taking their first steps in exploring the 'great outdoors'. The distances range from 3½ to 12 miles. Most can be accessed by public transport and details of suitable services are provided. Published June 08. ►Get this book for 10% discount off published price and free postage.

Discovery Walks in Warwickshire, Dennis Kelsall - A book to encourage walkers to discover more for themselves. This includes wildlife, geology, architecture and history, on routes that are suitable for all the family. Limited availability. Published Aug 97

Battlefield Walks in the Midlands, Brian Conduit - 'Battlefield Walks in the Midlands' features 22 military engagements throughout the region, ranging from Charles II’s escape from his pursuers at Boscobel House, to the World War II bombing of Coventry. Each walk contains a detailed route description, historical summary, practical information, suggestions for follow-up visits, sketch maps and photographs. Limited availability. Published July 04

The Heart of England Way, John Roberts. - This 100 mile walk between Cannock Chase and the Cotswolds is described in both directions with information about the landscapes, villages, canals , churches and railways. Notes on transport and an accommodation list. Limited availability. Published Feb 00.

Warwickshire's Centenary Way, Geoff Allen - 100 mile footpath running from the north to the south of the county. Visits all the Country Parks in the area and the towns of Kenilworth, Warwick and Leamington Spa. Limited availability. Published July 96

Stratford's Hidden Heritage: Lee Valley Park - a riverside walk from Three Mills, Tania Field. Limited availability. Published April 95.

Stratford Walks, Ramblers Assoc. Limited availability. Published April 99

Six West Warwickshire Walks, Denis Kyte - based on railway stations. Limited availability. Published July 00.

Exploring Warwickshire's Wild Places, Linda Barnett and Craig Emms - Exploring Warwickshire''s Wild Places include s five guided walks, each one incorporating details of the plants and animals that can be seen at different times of the year. Limited availability. Published May 98

Village Walks in Warwickshire, Richard Shurey - 20 walks of between 2 and 7 miles. Limited availability. Published May 97. 

Walks in South Warwickshire: From Shakespeare Country to the Cotswolds, John Parnham and Barry Wills. Limited availability. Published Aug 99.

Heritage Discovery Walks in the Midlands, Peter Groves - Twenty-one circular walks of between 2 and 11 miles, which, as well as taking you through some fine countryside, also present opportunities to visit castles, battlefields, nature reserves, museums, churches and cathedrals. There are also a number of excellent pubs along the way! Published Sept 05 ►Get this book for 10% discount off published price and free postage.

Coventry Way Circular Walks. Limited availability. Published Jan 07

Family Walks around Stratford and Banbury, Gordon Ottewell - 16 walks of up to 6 miles. Limited availability. Published 92.

Country Walks in the Rugby Area, Jim Watson. Limited availability.  Published July 02

More Country Walks in the Rugby Area, Jim Watson. Limited availability. Published Nov 07

Warwick District Walks, Ramblers Assoc. Limited availability. Published May 94.

The Monarch's Way, Trevor Antill - A new long distance walk that closely follows the route taken by Charles II after his defeat by Cromwell's forces at Worcester in 1651. Starting from Worcester it goes first north, then south through the Cotswolds and the Mendips to the coast, then South Downs to Shoreham where Charles escaped to France. Visiting many historic places, perhaps previously known to readers only through the history books, it also goes through some of the finest scenery in western and southern England.

Book 1, Worcester to Stratford-upon-Avon. 175 miles. Published June 05
Book 2, Stratford-upon-Avon to Charmouth. 210 miles. Published July 95
Book 3,  Charmouth to Shoreham. 225miles. Published Nov 95

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