slackline reviewed Day Walks on the Isle of Skye by Helen Webster
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5 stars
The Isle of Skye is one of many gems in the crown of wild and beautiful areas of Scotland to visit for the avid hill walker and this guide showcases a good spread of lower coastal walks for when the inevitable happens and the weather closes in on the stunning hills of the Cullin.
The layout is consistent with other guides in the series with clear descriptions of the route accompanied by Ordnance Survey maps with the route highlighted. This is a really useful feature as it means the bulkier OS maps can, if sticking to the route, be left in the car in favour of the more manageable guide, although it is worth heeding the authors of advice of carrying the appropriate map in case you go off route.
Each route also has a a page introducing its character and what to expect on the walk and a brief …
The Isle of Skye is one of many gems in the crown of wild and beautiful areas of Scotland to visit for the avid hill walker and this guide showcases a good spread of lower coastal walks for when the inevitable happens and the weather closes in on the stunning hills of the Cullin.
The layout is consistent with other guides in the series with clear descriptions of the route accompanied by Ordnance Survey maps with the route highlighted. This is a really useful feature as it means the bulkier OS maps can, if sticking to the route, be left in the car in favour of the more manageable guide, although it is worth heeding the authors of advice of carrying the appropriate map in case you go off route.
Each route also has a a page introducing its character and what to expect on the walk and a brief summary detailing the rough length (estimated from maps), ascent, starting grid reference and an indication of the navigational skills required on the route, particularly important on the complex Cullin hills where compasses are often redundant.
The authors supplement the text with beautiful pictures highlighting the areas in the best of conditions, which you won't always be lucky enough to experience due to the weather that rolls in and lands on these mountains.
The introduction covers the essentials of visiting in a considerate manner, including the Scottish Outdoor Access Code, use of Bothies and a reminder to always park considerately, something which should be borne in mind as the island is increasingly popular.
The authors love and passion for the area combines with the tried and tested winning formula of Vertebrate's successful
walking guides to provide another invaluable addition to the walkers library.