Guaranteed to breathe life into even the most jaded walker, these are glorious walks through the scenic countryside near London. Time Out Country Walks, Volume 2 contains easy-to-use, detailed maps and photos to keep travelers on the right path. There are options for shortening or varying the walks, and recommendations for pubs and cafés are also included.

The first volume of the acclaimed Time Out Country Walks has been fully revised and updated, featuring 52 walks within easy reach of London, all starting and ending at railway stations. The walks take travelers through the glorious countryside, all on scenic footpaths with a minimum of road-walking. Recommendations for the best pubs and cafés are included, while easy-to-use maps and cut-off suggestions help those who choose to shorten the walk.

Volume 2 of Time Out Country Walks Near London contains 30 new walks through woods and parks and along streams, avoiding roads wherever possible. All walks are between 4 and 13 miles long and take you through some of England's finest countryside, within easy reach of London by train or car. This volume contains more "round walks" that start and finish in the same place, plus options for shortening or varying each walk. Color maps and detailed directions keep travelers on the right path, while special features point out sites of historical interest. The guide also includes details on the best pubs for lunch and places for tea or a drink afterwards.

This second volume of country walks contains 30 completely new walks in deep and beautiful countryside. The walks go through woods, along streams and through parks, always avoiding tarmac roads wherever possible. Each of them starts and ends at a railway station about an hour's journey from London, though car parking details are also given for those preferring to drive. The walks range from seven to thirteen miles in length - with several options for shortening given - and are graded for toughness. There are also highlighted features on particular sites of historical interest which occur on individual walks. Building on the huge success of the original book, and created by the walking club which grew out of it, these walks are guaranteed to breathe life into the most jaded Londoner, and to provide the perfect way to both escape the hurly-burly of city life and discover some of England's finest countryside.

A wide variety of country walks published for the first time, all within easy reach of London. A wide selection of country walks through glorious countryside. A different walk is clearly detailed with maps for every week of the year and all are situated close to London. All walks are through woods and along streams, avoiding tarmac roads and both starting and finishing at a railway station."

Simple maps highlight places of interest along the way, including historic sites and excellent views. Profiles of the best pubs for lunch and places for tea or a drink include all the details necessary to make the most of the time after the walk.