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		<title>Chasing the Northern Lights</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[You've seen the stunning photographs and the breath-taking videos, and now it's time to experience the magic of the northern lights for yourself. But where on earth can you see them? When's the best time to travel to see the lights in action? And what even are the aurora borealis anyway? With this book, you're one step closer to ticking them off your bucket list.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><b>Make your northern lights bucket list dreams come true.</b></p>
<p>You&#8217;ve seen the stunning photographs and the breathtaking videos, and now it&#8217;s time to experience the magic of the northern lights for yourself. But where on earth can you see them? When&#8217;s the best time to travel to see the lights in action? And what even are the aurora borealis?</p>
<p>If &#8220;seeing the northern lights&#8221; has always been on your bucket list but you don&#39;t know where to start, then <i>Chasing the Northern Lights</i> is the book for you. Inside you&#8217;ll discover:</p>
<p>&#8211; the <b>top places to see the lights</b>, including Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Canada and Alaska, as well as the Faroe Islands, Greenland, Scotland and the Continental US<br />&#8211; the <b>best times to travel </b>for the lights and <b>how to forecast the aurora</b>, without needing a scientific background<br />&#8211; <b>tips and tricks on aurora chasing</b>, such as how to choose the right tour, how to photograph the lights and what to pack for a trip<br />&#8211; ideas for <b>what to do when the lights don&#39;t show</b> for every location, like whale watching in Reykjav&#236;k to a brewery tour in Svalbard<br />&#8211; a curated selection of <b>remarkable places to stay</b>, from glass igloos to ice hotels<br />&#8211; a<b> digestible breakdown of the aurora borealis</b>: the science, the myths and everything in between</p>
<p>With <i>Chasing the Northern Lights</i>, you&#8217;re one step closer to ticking the northern lights off your bucket list.</p>
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		<title>The Thames Path</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Exploring all 185 miles of Britain&#39;s longest river, this gorgeous and inspiration-packed guidebook shares the best adventures and places to eat and sleep from source to sea.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><b>Exploring all 185 miles of Britain&#39;s longest river, this gorgeous and inspiration-packed guidebook shares the best adventures and places to eat and sleep from source to sea. </b></p>
<p>From Hammersmith and Fulham, all the way to Wiltshire and Swindon. The Thames Path offers access to England&#8217;s longest river, and an opportunity to experience some of England&#8217;s most accessible, unique and fun outdoors activities. It&#8217;s no wonder the Thames Path is one of the most popular of our National Trails.</p>
<p>Stephen Neale spent more than a year wandering, camping and occasionally drying his socks along the entire 185-mile route. This fantastically detailed guidebook divides the path into 18 sections, from the source of the Thames to Woolwich, revealing 1,000 mini adventures to be enjoyed along the way. These cherry-picked, time-saving ideas for wild days out reveal the best places to delve into mudlarking, launch a packraft or canoe, or indulge in throwing off shoes for a barefoot paddle. They will help you explore ancient ruins, sacred shrines and riverside pubs with spectacular views. You&#8217;ll also find plenty of options for places to stay the night, for when you want a great day to become a proper holiday.</p>
<p>Lavishly illustrated with helpful maps and Stephen&#8217;s stunning photography, this is a truly inspiring and practical companion for anyone exploring the Thames Path. Discover what makes the Thames Path truly unique and begin your own journey through the mysteries, magic and marvellous adventures along one of the greatest rivers in the world.</p>
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		<title>Hidden in Plain Sight</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Discover the secrets behind the world's iconic landmarks. In Hidden in Plain Sight, National Geographic regular contributor Ronan O'Connell guides you through more than 20 cities to uncover mystifying tales you've never heard. Featuring 150+ photos, this coffee table book is perfect for history buffs, globetrotters, and thrill-seekers alike.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Everything you thought you knew about your favorite travel destinations? There&#8217;s so much more. Curated by the relentlessly curious travel journalist and National Geographic regular contributor, Ronan O&#8217;Connell, Hidden in Plain Sight invites you on a photographic tour of the world&#8217;s most popular landmarks showcasing the most mystifying, intriguing, and jaw-dropping stories from all the places on your bucket list.You&#8217;re invited to travel to more than 20 popular landmarks, including:  Bali&#8217;s Uluwatu Temple, which overlooks a sea of demons in the Indian Ocean.The Edinburgh Castle, where a supernatural stone (most recently incorporated into King Charles&#8217;s coronation ceremony) resides.The Berlin Wall, where MLK Jr. quietly passed across its border under the dark of night.Amsterdam&#8217;s Dam Square, where tourists stroll at the spot &#8220;witches&#8221; were once burned at the stake. Learn all the stories and marvels you wish your tour guide would tell you, all without leaving the comfort of your own home. Featuring over 150 photographs, this spectacular coffee table book is the perfect gift to give to the history lovers, globetrotters, and armchair travelers in your life.</p>
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		<title>Under the Stars</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Emma]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Inspiring and exciting places to camp and glamp in Britain</p>]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Inspiring and exciting places to camp and glamp in Britain</p>
<p>A camping trip is the perfect antidote to fast-paced living, a chance to watch stars emerge one by one, go for a stroll or a swim, cook over flames, breathe fresh air.</p>
<p>In this book we&#8217;ve found some of the wildest, weirdest and most wonderful campsites on these islands, whether you prefer classic canvas or something cosier with home comforts. From mountain perches to coastal campsites and from treehouses overlooking rolling waves in England&#8217;s South West to bothies in Scotland&#8217;s remote highlands, these sites explore the most beautiful corners of Britain and are your secret pass to unique adventures.</p>
<p>The perfect gift for anyone who wants to connect with the great outdoors in Great Britain.</p>
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		<title>The Wilder Way</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Eva zu Beck had it all: a high-flying job, a picture-perfect marriage, a lifestyle that many would aspire to. Yet she couldn't shake the feeling that she is living someone else's dream. After hitting rock bottom, she bought a one-way ticket to Nepal and left her old life behind in search of her true path in life. Over the next few years, Eva travelled solo to some of the world's most far-flung places - a lone horse trek in Mongolia, COVID lockdown on a desert island in Yemen and overlanding across the US in an 18-year-old truck with her beloved dog, Vilk. Along the way, she grew an engaged online community and transformed from someone living society's idea of a best life to a person discovering the truth of her own. This book is the incredible, world-expanding memoir of Eva journeying through the world on her own terms - and an inspiring example of what awaits when you take the wilder path.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><b>From YouTube adventurer and National Geographic TV host, </b><b>an inspiring travel memoir of one</b><b> woman&#8217;s </b><b>solo adventures around the world and her pursuit of freedom. </p>
<p></b>&#8220;A joy of recognition to many places around the world. A deeply personal insight in Eva as a person and her search&#8230; to find herself.&#8221; <b>Noraly Schoenmaker, </b>bestselling author of <b>Free Ride </p>
<p></b>&#8220;Eva&#39;s story is one of pure grit, guiding us through an exploration of the space between being alone and being lonely, two things that are often &#8211; mistakenly &#8211; seen as one and the same.&#8221; <b>Brianna Madia</b>, <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author of <i><b>Nowhere for Very Long</b> </i>and <b><i>Never Leave the Dogs Behind</i>   </b>  </p>
<p><i>&#8220;Raw, disarmingly honest and beautifully told&#8221; <b>Lucy Shepherd </b>author of <b>Into the Wild</b></i></p>
<p> Eva had it all: a high-flying job, a picture-perfect marriage, a lifestyle that many would aspire to. Yet she couldn&#8217;t shake the feeling that she is living someone else&#8217;s dream. </p>
<p> After hitting rock bottom, she bought a one-way ticket to Nepal and left her old life behind in search of her true path in life.</p>
<p> Over the next few years, Eva travelled solo to some of the world&#8217;s most far-flung places &#8211; A lone horse trek in Mongolia, COVID lockdown on a desert island in Yemen and overlanding across the US in an 18-year-old truck with her beloved dog, Vilk. Along the way, she grew an engaged online community and transformed from someone living society&#8217;s idea of a best life to a person discovering the truth of her own.  </p>
<p> But the shift from a rooted life to a transient one was far from straightforward and Eva grappled with the tension between her wanderlust and a longing for somewhere to call home.</p>
<p> <b>This book is the incredible, world-expanding memoir of Eva journeying through the world on her own terms &#8211; and an inspiring example of what awaits when you take the wilder path.</p>
<p> </b><i>&#8220;In a world that seems intent on locking us in gilded cages and behind screens, I want </i>The Wilder Way <i>to stand as an ode to freedom, a call to blaze your very own trail and a blueprint for an adventurous life.&#8221;</i></p>
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		<title>Swimming Wild in South West England</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Emma]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p><em>Swimming Wild in South West England</em> by Si&#226;n Anna Lewis guides you to over 50 of the finest beaches, tidal pools, rivers and lakes across the West Country. Features practical advice on access points, safety and essential kit, with Ordnance Survey maps and cafe recommendations for a well-earned post-swim treat.</p>]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Want to find the very best places to swim outdoors in South West England?</p>
<p>In <em>Swimming Wild in South West England</em>, award-winning author and adventurer Si&#226;n Anna Lewis guides you to more than 50 of the finest beaches, tidal pools, rivers and lakes across the West Country. Several locations also feature tempting saunas, so you can extend the wellness benefits of your swim.</p>
<p>Each spot has been carefully selected to showcase the South West&#8217;s remarkable variety, guiding you beyond the best-known locations to uncover hidden gems. Take a dip in the magical, secluded Woody Bay Tidal Pool in Devon; enjoy a longer, peaceful swim in the sparkling waters of Cornwall&#8217;s Grebe Beach; or escape the crowds at Chapman&#8217;s Pool &#8211; a stunning horseshoe-shaped cove in Dorset with beautifully clear water, ideal for swimming or snorkelling.</p>
<p>The adventures don&#8217;t stop at the coast. Inland, you can float in the cool, clear waters of Exmoor&#8217;s River Barle near Landacre Bridge in Somerset, or enjoy a sociable swim followed by a warming sauna at Court Farm Lakes in Gloucestershire.</p>
<p>Drawing on her extensive experience, Si&#226;n shares clear, practical advice on access points, safety, tides and currents, conditions underfoot, and potential hazards. With guidance on essential kit, Ordnance Survey and custom maps, transport and parking details, and cafe recommendations for a well-earned post-swim treat, this book has everything you need.</p>
<p>Whether you&#8217;re a seasoned wild swimmer or just starting out, <em>Swimming Wild in South West England</em> is packed with inspiration for your next adventure.</p>
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		<title>Wild Camping</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Go wild and escape the noise and clutter of everyday life with this revolutionary guide to the world of wild camping.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><b>Beautiful wildernesses; tiny budgets and environmentally-friendly&hellip; What&#8217;s not to like?</b> </p>
<p>Welcome to the world of wild camping, where anyone can camp, sleep and wake in Britain<br />and Ireland&#8217;s most secluded and beautiful places.</p>
<p>From getting back to nature with a hammock, some snacks and a few litres of bottled water, to enjoying a pub dinner and camping out in the garden afterwards, this book shows you how to get stuck into wild camping in all its forms. It&#8217;s all accessible right here, without the need for a flight or a big budget.</p>
<p>This guide opens up this amazing experience for all, covering:<br /> what is wild camping and why bother?<br /> different ways to do it (bivvying, tenting, hammocking, on the water)<br /> the rules and staying legal<br /> getting started: essential gear, food and water, where to go, when to go, safety<br /> 100 of the best places to go in England, Wales, Ireland and Scotland</p>
<p>Each of the 100 locations links to at least one trail (a path, river, canal, track, bridleway or drovers&#8217; road), connecting you to thousands of miles of &#8216;off-piste&#8217; routes through true wilderness.</p>
<p>This thoroughly updated Third Edition features eye-catching photos and helpful maps, and weighs up the impact of the Dartmoor legal battle. With a Foreword by Ed Stafford, Wild Camping gives you the knowledge and inspiration to escape the noise, clutter and stress of day-to-day life and go wild.</p>
<p>Beautiful wildernesses, tiny budgets and environmentally friendly&hellip; What&#8217;s not to like?</p>
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		<title>Great British Journeys</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Emma]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<h2>A bucket list of unforgettable trips in Britain</h2>]]></description>
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<p>These journeys will lead you through the UK&#8217;s most awe-inspiring scenery. There&#8217;s inspiration and adventure here for everyone.</p>
<p>Take a refreshing coastal walk around Cornwall&#8217;s Lizard Peninsular. Hop on board The Jacobite steam train (the &#8216;Hogwarts Express&#8217;) for a unique view of the Highlands. Buckle up for Northern Ireland&#8217;s exhilarating Causeway Coastal Route &#8211; a road trip fit for giants. Enjoy a relaxing River Wye boat ride along the borders of Wales and England.</p>
<p>The views get even better every time you turn a corner. And you can slow down and connect with our landscape and heritage in ways our hurried world rarely permits.</p>
<p>Most of these journeys can be done in a day, so you don&#8217;t have to wait forever to enjoy the trips of a lifetime.</p>
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		<title>The Complete Guide to the UK National Parks</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Emma]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The official guide to the UK's 15 beautiful National Parks and how to discover, explore and enjoy these unique and treasured outdoor spaces.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><b>The official guide to the UK&#8217;s 15 beautiful National Parks and how to discover, explore and enjoy these unique and treasured outdoor spaces.</b></p>
<p><b>&#39;Our National Parks are essential for our country&#8217;s health, hope, and connection.&#39; &#8211; From the foreword by Alastair Humphreys</b></p>
<p>From the UNESCO-listed Lake District to the arctic plateau of the Cairngorms, the UK&#8217;s<br />15 National Parks are home to some of the country&#8217;s most spectacular landscapes. This comprehensive guide celebrates their rich history, heritage and natural beauty, while helping you plan every visit with confidence. </p>
<p>Organised by Park and packed with practical advice, this book will help you make the most of your time &#8211; whether you&#8217;re seeking iconic landmarks, unforgettable walks, local food spots or memorable places to stay. You&#8217;ll also find inspirational insights from National Park champions, must-see sites and must-do activities tailored to each Park&#8217;s unique character. With accessible walking routes, family-friendly ideas for days out, plus adventures ranging from wild swimming and birdwatching to stargazing and caving, there&#8217;s something for everyone.</p>
<p>Complete with beautiful photography and maps, plus a foreword by Alastair Humphreys, this is the only guide you need to explore and uncover the very best parts of our National Parks, make amazing new memories and leave nothing behind but footprints.</p>
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