Discover British Footpaths With Our Walking Guides

Imagine walking from village to village through the British countryside by yourself or with a friend while eating at pubs, staying at B&Bs, and spending as little as $100 a day per couple, while comfortably carrying a wee 8 to 10-pound pack, As an added benefit you  avoid checked baggage prices.

 These guides offer much more than just walking directions. Each sturdy, lightweight, pocket-sized volume offers clear directions with  alternate routes and while being entertaining they offer good advise, as  well as background information. They include history,  and detailed maps with essential tips and suggestions. 

About Us

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After Richard Hayward passed away in 2007, we continue to upgrade his guides and to add new British Footpaths guides for those who enjoy independent walking. All our guidebooks are written from actual experience on the path.

These guides offer much more than just walking directions. Each sturdy, light weight, pocket-sized volume offers clear directions with alternative routes while being entertaining they and offer good advise as well as background information. They include history, detailed maps, as well as essential tips and suggestions.

What We Offer

When you bring along our guidebooks, you will experience the good humor of Richard Hayward. Whether you're a first-time walker or an experienced marathoner, you'll get the most out of Britain's unique network of waymarked paths with our help. You will be able to:

  • Meet locals who don’t treat you like a tourist
  • Explore medieval castle ruins in the morning
  • Have lunch near a 5,000 year old Celtic burial mound
  • Stride along a 2,000-year-old Roman road
  • Walk beneath an 18th-c Victorian viaduct in the afternoon
  • Have supper in a 16th century pub

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