Pilgrim Pathways: 1-2 Day Walks on Britain's Ancient Sacred Ways - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Pilgrim Pathways: 1-2 Day Walks on Britain's Ancient Sacred Ways write by Andy Bull. This book was released on 2021-01-30. Pilgrim Pathways: 1-2 Day Walks on Britain's Ancient Sacred Ways available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Full colour, larger format Inspirational guide describing 20 pilgrimages in England, Scotland and Wales that are achievable over one or two days. There are many ancient pilgrim paths in Britain, some long-forgotten and we offer routes inspired by the very best of them, distilled into short walks so you can be a weekend pilgrim. Practical information accessed via dedicated webpages linked with a code in the book - step-by-step route instructions, public transport information, places to eat and places to stay, gpx file for use on smartphone based mapping and GPS units.
The Pilgrims' Way
The Pilgrims' Way - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook The Pilgrims' Way write by Leigh Hatts. This book was released on 2022-02-14. The Pilgrims' Way available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. A guidebook to walking the Pilgrims’ Way, a 230 km (138 mile) historic pilgrimage route to Canterbury Cathedral in Kent, home of the shrine of the martyred archbishop, St Thomas Becket. With relatively easy walking on ancient pathways, it can be comfortably completed in under a fortnight. The route is presented in 15 stages ranging between 7 and 22 kms (5-14 miles) and is described from both Winchester in Hampshire (138 miles) and London’s Southwark Cathedral (90 miles), with an optional link to Rochester. 1:50,000 OS mapping for each stage Detailed information on accommodation, public transport, and refreshments for each stage Information on the historical background of the pilgrimage, historical figures, and local points of interest GPX files available to download Facilities table to help you plan your itinerary
Britain's Pilgrim Places
Britain's Pilgrim Places - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Britain's Pilgrim Places write by Guy Hayward. This book was released on 2020-08-06. Britain's Pilgrim Places available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Britain’s Pilgrim Places captures the spirit of 2,000 years of history, heritage and wonder. It is the complete guide to every spiritual treasure, including 500 enchanting holy places throughout England, Wales and Scotland and covers all major pilgrimage routes.
Pilgrim Routes of the British Isles
Pilgrim Routes of the British Isles - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Pilgrim Routes of the British Isles write by Emma J Wells. This book was released on 2016-08-31. Pilgrim Routes of the British Isles available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. This book leads the modern traveller along seven medieval pilgrim routes of Britain (those with historic origins, rather than modern constructs), taking in world-famous sites such as Canterbury and Lindisfarne in addition to out-of-the-way locations along paths not so widely travelled. Each route guides pilgrims on a journey of discovery. Illustrated throughout with photographs and colour maps, and written by a renowned expert on pilgrimage, Pilgrim Routes of the British Isles provides clear maps and informative commentary on the history of the most significant landscapes, shrines, art and architecture. Although it offers some fresh walking ideas, primary consideration is given to understanding the history, significance and practices surrounding the pilgrim routes and sites of Britain, helping you to follow in the footsteps of our forebears and gain invaluable insights into their medieval world. It will be of great interest to walkers and historians alike. Illustrated with 80 colour photos and 12 maps.
The Way of St Francis
The Way of St Francis - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook The Way of St Francis write by The Reverend Sandy Brown. This book was released on 2015-09-30. The Way of St Francis available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. This guidebook describes the Way of St Francis a 550km month-long pilgrimage trail from Florence through Assisi to Rome. Split into 28 day stages, the walk begins in Florence and finishes in the Vatican City. Stages range from 8km to 30km with plenty to see, including ancient ruins, picturesque towns, national treasures, and stunning churches. This comprehensive guidebook fits in a jacket pocket or rucksack, and contains information on everything from accommodation and transport in Italy, to securing your credential (pilgrim identity card), budgeting, what to take, and where to do laundry. Stories of Francis of Assisi's life are also included. Although the route includes climbs and descents of up to 1200m, no special equipment is required - although your hiking boots and socks definitely need to get along. Following the steps of heroes, conquerors and saints on this pilgrim trail is manageable all year round, but is best done from April to June and mid-August to October. Route maps are given for every stage, and basic Italian phrases are included in the guidebook.
