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The Beaches of Scotland Scotland is renowned for its dramatic, fierce landscapes, but many people don't realise that some of the country's most exhilarating scenery rests on its coastline. The Beaches of Scotland by Stacey MacGowan Holloway is a guide to over 150 hand-picked beaches around Scotland's coast stretching from the mainland to the Outer Hebrides before sweeping north to Orkney and Shetl…

Mountain bike camping adventures on the wild trails of Britain. Bikepacking takes you on an off-road adventure, cycling and wild camping some of Britains most beautiful hidden trails and ancient trackways.

Birds of the British Isles identifies over 180 popular species. Photographs, plumage, distinctive features, habitat and calls are used to aid identification.   Paperback 20cms x 14.5cms

A practical guide to foraginbg for the rich pickings to be found on Britain's seashore. Hardback

This laminated field guide is handy to have in your car or backpack when out walking or just in your kitchen drawer. With detailed pictures as well as informative facts you'll be able to identify the many different butterflies we have in this country.

A handy field guide of Cetaceans and Seals found in the UK, with detailed pictures and size comparisons to help with identification.

This laminated field guide is handy to have in your car or backpack when out walking or just in your kitchen drawer. With detailed pictures as well as informative facts you'll be able to identify the many different coastal birds that we get in this country over the winter.

A guide to growing more organically, fewer chemicals, more biodiversity, less waste, more sustainability. Grow Green is a collection of advice and projects to help you approach your planting in a more considered way. From conserving water and understanding your soil to making your own fertilizer and creating a wildlife haven of your own, Jen will hold your hand as she takes you through the gardeni…

How to speak whale This is a story about the pioneers in a new age of discovery, whose cutting-edge developments in natural science and technology are taking us to the brink of decoding animal communication - and whales, with their giant mammalian brains and sophisticated vocalisations, offer one of the most realistic opportunities for us to do so. Using 'underwater ears', robotic fish, big data a…

Islandeering. Islandeering is making a circular journey around the outer edge of an island by any means possible - walking, scrambling or paddling, Lisa says. So far she has been islandeering on 130 of Britain's "hidden" islands. She calls them "hidden" because, by looking for islands she can get to and get around in a day, she has uncovered some amazing places not many people know about. A fascin…

In this beautiful and informative book, Tim Stenton combines stunning photographs with clear and concise information to present everything we need to know about our beloved Moray Firth Dolphins.  Paperback.

First published in 1981 and now a revered classic, Orca: The Whale Called Killer is Hoyt's exciting account of those youthful summers of adventure and discovery in the waters off northern Vancouver Island. In this updated version Hoyt - now a world renowned expert on whales and dolphins - offers fresh insights into the life history of the largest member of the dolphin family. Order quickly for a s…

Scottish Hill Tracks explores the network of paths, old roads and rights of way which criss-cross Scotland's hill country.  From Caithness to the Borders, the book is divided into 24 sections each has it's own detailed colour map.   A must have for all those who love to walk, cycle, ride or run through the hills of Scotland. Paperback

A fascinating account of the ship building which took place in the small village of Kingston on the river Spey close to the Scottish Dolphin Centre. Speybuilt is a beautiful book which details the history of how the best timber from the great forests of Speyside was used to build over 80,000 tons of shipping. The book vividly illustrates the important connections between the military, political an…

The Speyside Way from Kincraig to Buckie, plus an extension to Newtonmore.  Contains 1:25000 Ordnance Survey maps of the trail. In a plastic pocket. The Speyside Way follows the River Spey, famed for its salmon and its distilleries, through scenic Strathspey and Moray. Detailed planning and route information for this 116.4km route is set out in Alan Castle's guidebook The Speyside way.

Sustainable Home is an inspirational and practical guide to maintaining a more environmentally friendly household. Filled with tips, tricks and projects to help you lead a more low-impact lifestyle.  Decluttering, making your own toothpaste - there are numerous ways to make a difference.

Take the slow road : Scotland A wonderful guide for anyone planning to travel around Scotland by camper van, but also a great guide for those visiting Scotland.  Full of beautiful photgraphs, interesting places to visit and tips to help you make the most of your adventure. Paperback

Taking the Plunge Wild swimming changes lives.  The thrill of plunging - or dipping a toe - into open water brings joy, confidence, adventure and friendship.  It can wash away stress and sadness, pain and grief.  Here water is a great healer, a place to feel gloriously, elementally alive and in touch with yourself, with others and with nature. With practial advice on how wild swimming works and ho…

A must have book for wild swimmers! What makes the perfect swim? It's all about the most magical locations(and how to protect them), finessing your kitbag, keeping yourselfand otheers safe...and maybe discovering a nice place for a warm -up cuppa and cake. Whether you are a seasoned dipper or a fledgling, The Art Of Wild Swimming is the ultimate guide to becoming an awesome, joyful and responsible…

The Last Sunset in the West Britain's waters are home to only one pod of orca, and they're heading rapidly towards extinction. Marine biologist Dr Natalie Sanders joined the crew of the HV Silurian to seek out the remaining animals before we lose them forever.   In the Last Sunset in the West she shares the stories of the pod's last ten members and the tragic tale of human relations with these bea…

The Salt Roads The story of how salt from Shetland became one of the staple foods of Europe, powered an economic boom and inspired artists, writers and musicians.  It ranges from the wild waters of the North Atlantic, the ice- filled fjords of Greenland and the remote islands of Faroe to the dining tables of London's middle classes, the bacalao restaurants of Spain and the Jewish shtetls of Easter…

A must have for those who enjoy being in the Scottish hills and mountains. Paperback

A super pocket sized book of walks with interesting facts to make the walks all the more enjoyable. Contains some beautiful photographs of the area. Paperback

Handbook of whales, dolphins & porpoises - Mark Carwardine From the blue whale to the Indo-Pacific finless porpoise, this handbook is the most comprehensive, authoritative and up-to-date reference to each of the world's 90 species of cetaceans. With more than 1,000 meticulous and specially commissioned illustrations - complete with flukes, blows and dive sequences- it includes detailed annotations…