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Britain by Bike: Foreword By Clare Balding

A reissue of the winner of the Best British Book and Book of the Year Awards.

Join Clare Balding and Jane Eastoe on some terrific cycle rides around Britain, whether it's a week-long cycling holiday or an afternoon ride with the family, the book has a cycle ride for everyone.

Free-wheeling on and off road – along obscure lanes, bridleways and disused railway lines – Britain by Bike reveals a fresh perspective on our country. Revel in beautiful breathtaking and exhilarating cycle routes and scenery in the six regions of Britain and find out the unusual ways to enjoy these islands, whether it's going to green man festivals, learning local customs or resting up at remote campsites or posh yurts!

Share in Clare Balding's practical and cycle-related challenge and learn how to make the most of pedal power with guidance on reading a map, puncture repair, bad weather and tricky terrain.

Discover Britain by Bike.

About The Author

Jane Eastoe has been a journalist and author for 35 years. Working for the fashion business press, she regularly covered the international collections and interviewed designers from Gaultier to Galliano. She is the co-author of Fabulous Frocks and contributed to Fashion: the Whole Story, published by Thames & Hudson. She has written numerous books for the National Trust Books list, including A<Cottage in the Country and Ruins and is the author of three sumptuously photographed flower books:Vintage Roses, Peoniesand Tulips.

  • Publish Date: April 13, 2017
  • Format: Hardcover
  • Category: Sports & Recreation - Cycling
  • Publisher: Batsford
  • Trim Size: 5-1/3 x 7-5/9
  • Pages: 216
  • US Price: $14.95
  • CDN Price: $16.95
  • ISBN: 978-1-84994-424-3

Author Bookshelf: Jane Eastoe