{"product_id":"9781852847760-offas-dyke-path","title":"Offa's Dyke Path","description":"\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"Content-Type\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNational Trail following the English-Welsh Border\u003cbr\u003eThis guidebook describes Offa's Dyke Path National Trail, a 177 mile (283km) long-distance walk along the English-Welsh border between Sedbury (near Chepstow) and Prestatyn. The guidebook is split into 12 stages with suggestions for planning alternative itineraries. With OS 1:25,000  map booklet.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e            \u003cstrong\u003eTrace the ancient boundary of Offa's Dyke Path, a 283km (177 mile) National Trail along Britain's longest ancient monument — the 8th-century earthwork separating England and Wales. The trail unfolds through diverse border landscapes, from the dramatic Wye Gorge and Tintern Abbey near Chepstow, across the remote Black Mountains and Hergest Ridge, to the industrial heritage of the Clwydian Range and the seaside finish at Prestatyn.\u003c\/strong\u003e          \u003c\/p\u003e          \u003cp\u003eThis comprehensive guidebook describes the Offa's Dyke Path from south to north and offers walkers of all abilities the chance to explore limestone gorges, mountain ridges, and borderland heritage over 12–14 days. A separate OS 1:25,000 map booklet is included, providing precise route-line mapping and ensuring you can follow Offa's ancient frontier with total confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e          \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe trail is divided into 12 clearly defined stages of 17–29km (11–18 miles), each with detailed route descriptions, OS mapping, and elevation profiles, allowing you to anticipate the terrain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlternative itineraries of 8 or 16 days help you tailor the Offa's Dyke Path to your perfect walking holiday\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractical planning information for accommodation along the route, from country inns and B\u0026amp;Bs to hostels and campsites in key centres like Monmouth, Hay-on-Wye and Knighton, is provided, as well as advice on local transport links\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownloadable GPX files provide a digital navigation option, allowing you to follow the National Trail on a smartphone or GPS device\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeyond wayfinding, the guide celebrates the path's unique story, with insights into its geology (limestone escarpments, igneous intrusions), wildlife, historical attractions, and the cultural significance of walking where Anglo-Saxon Mercia met ancient Welsh kingdoms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e          \u003cp\u003e            \u003cstrong\u003eWith expert guidance from author Mike Dunn, stage-by-stage breakdowns, and the included OS map booklet, this walking guidebook equips you with everything you need to conquer Offa’s Dyke Path with ease. Discover the timeless allure of Britain's borderlands, where every ridge reveals panoramic views, ancient history, and the quiet satisfaction of completing one of the National Trails. \u003c\/strong\u003e          \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rarewaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31649628717153,"sku":"9781852847760","price":15.27,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/7504\/8033\/products\/stand_7065784_jpg.jpg?v=1709087946","url":"https:\/\/www.rarewaves.com\/products\/9781852847760-offas-dyke-path","provider":"Rarewaves.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}