Books

The author of Tired of London, Tired of Life has come up with another gem with this seasonal snapshot of things to do in England at any time of the...

Brothers Jack, Calum and Robbie have been swimming together their whole lives, and have never lost the sense of wonder that open water brings. Here...

Compiled by Rough Guides founder Martin Dunford and the Cool Places team of regional experts, each location in this guide has an incisive first-han...

For those adventure thrillseekers, a guide to amazing countryside adventures in Devon, Cornwall and the South West. The book contains a host of hel...

Is really true that, if bees go extinct, civilisation could only last four years? Sally Coulthard takes the reader on a fascinating flight through ...

From recognising animal tracks to making a scarecrow, and from curing a cold to brewing your own ale, this is packed with instructions and recipes,...

A book makes a perfect stocking filler! This gorgeous journal is ideal for anyone looking to further enhance their experience of the Japanese art o...

Yvon Chouinard is the founder and owner of Patagonia, Inc., and author of Let My People Go Surfing, The Responsible Company, and Simple Fly Fishing...

From the deepest ocean canyons to the Arctic tundra, plastic is everywhere. Every year, it kills 1 million seabirds and 100,000 marine mammals. Wil...

This best-selling series visits beautiful Dorset. 28 enchanting walks visit the coves and caves of the Jurassic Coast and lush river beaches and wa...

Discover secret beaches, blue grottoes and moorland pools with this guide to 28 magical days out in Cornwall. Swim in sheltered azure coves on the ...

With over 400 miles of mainland coastline and an excellent public path network, Cornwall is all about rugged shorelines, gorgeous sandy beaches, tu...

Why has vanlife become more popular than ever before? What does it tell us about our love of travel and our ideas of home? And how do camper vans a...

This unique guide to the where, when, how and why of wild swimming in England and Wales draws upon the passion and knowledge of the wild swimming c...

From Goldeneye comes the Cotswolds Classic Walks Book, featuring 25 maps and 120 photographs. An ideal gift for those who enjoy the countryside, ma...

An imaginative exploration of the much-loved countryside character from popular nature and outdoor living author Sally Coulthard. With beautiful il...

For those who enjoy learning about the background of their food choices, the Bookspeed For The Love of The Land is a great stocking filler or Chris...

Are there any genuinely wild places left in Britain and Ireland? Or have we tarmacadamed, farmed and built ourselves out of wildness? In his vital,...

Bring home the taste of Italy with over 65 delizioso recipes for pizza, calzone, focaccia and more. If you’re a fan of the classics you’ll find Mar...

On a hot summer’s day, what could be more refreshing than slipping into the cool, clear waters of a secret lake? And what could be more exciting th...

The fully revised second edition of Wild Swimming Coast, including even more places to walk, swim and explore around the UK coastline. Packed full ...

A magical new book about the meaning of home, from the author of The Salt Path. Raynor and Moth return to mainstream life after months of wandering...

A guide to breath-taking surfing spots in seven European regions, including Spanish Cantabria, the French Basque Country, Tenerife, Belgium, the UK...

Research shows that imagining a sea breeze or a still lake is as mentally beneficial as actually being there. The meditations in this beautifully i...

Test your general knowledge and lateral thinking through a series of fiendish puzzles, in which all the answers can be found on a map as place name...

In one devastating week, Raynor and her husband Moth lost their house and received a terminal diagnosis. With nowhere to call home, they embarked o...

An eye-opening, enchanting journey into the miniature worlds of rock pools which will change forever the way you view such small miracles as crabs,...

From renowned fishing expert Nick Fisher comes this concise and beautifully illustrated guide to fishing along British coastline. All that's needed...

Over-attached to technology and cosseted in our homes, the Western world has never been so disconnected from nature. Rewild Your Life helps you to ...

Discover local swimming spots, plan fun days out for all the family, and travel to areas around England, Wales and Scotland with quality outdoor an...

Bees first appeared on Earth an incredible 130 million years ago. Today, there are 20,000 species on the planet. They fascinate and charm us all - ...

Enjoy pure visual escapism with this collection of over 200 mind-blowing shots of remote places. 21 of Instagram’s finest outdoor photographers rev...

Diana Henry's favourite way to cook is to throw ingredients into a dish or roasting tin and let the oven transform them. From quick after-work supp...

A bite-sized guide to 25 of the best culinary towns and cities in the UK for foodies. The UK food scene is positively brimming with ideas and enthu...

The seventeenth entry in Chris Santella’s bestselling Fifty Places series. This book shares yogis’ recommendations for the best and most beautiful ...

Go on an inspirational and fascinating coastline journey - familiar islands are visited, such as Lundy and the Isle of Wight; others are less well ...

There's nowhere quite as cosy or as welcoming as the British pub, and with so many places reinventing themselves as contemporary inns there's never...

Whether readers are seeking a once-in-a-lifetime adventure or a quiet retreat, a cosy night around a firepit or a summery lakefront sojourn, Cabin ...

A bucket list of ways to experience animals and birds in their natural habitats around the world. There are action-packed adventures such as riding...

Charlie Mackesy began as a cartoonist for The Spectator and a book illustrator for Oxford University Press before being taken on by galleries. Char...

Beautiful Cornwall is a book photographically celebrating the stunning beauty of the county of Cornwall, the culmination of southwest England's rug...

This book will show you just how impactful it can be to take a few short moments to calm your mind and will ultimately help live a more peaceful an...

The books in this series feature all the practical detail you need, accompanied by fascinating background reading on the history and wildlife of th...

100 walks which show you the highlights of every season, from the beautiful bluebell woods of spring and the wildflower meadows of summer to the sp...

Take a leaf out of nature’s book and unleash your wild side with this essential guide. Packed with hundreds of exciting outdoor ideas and activitie...

In a modern world of fast planes, cheap airlines, last-minute tickets, quick-fix travel apps and overzealous tour operators, it can be challenging ...

For those who love the outdoors and an adventure, the How To Stay Alive in The Woods book will make a lovely stocking filler or festive present.  ...

A book makes the perfect stocking filler. Spending a few moments with your head in the clouds can have a profound effect on your well-being, which ...