Author : Richard Gameson
Publisher : Third Millennium Information
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 28,21 MB
Release : 2013
Category : Bible
ISBN : 9781908990273
This lavishly illustrated book explores the early history and significance of the Lindisfarne Gospels, widely regarded as the finest surviving Anglo-Saxon manuscript of the early Christian era in England, and an unquestioned masterpiece of medieval calligraphy and illumination.
Author : Leigh Hatts
Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 32,13 MB
Release : 2022-02-14
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1783624612
A guidebook to walking the Pilgrims’ Way, a 230 km (138 mile) historic pilgrimage route to Canterbury Cathedral in Kent, home of the shrine of the martyred archbishop, St Thomas Becket. With relatively easy walking on ancient pathways, it can be comfortably completed in under a fortnight. The route is presented in 15 stages ranging between 7 and 22 kms (5-14 miles) and is described from both Winchester in Hampshire (138 miles) and London’s Southwark Cathedral (90 miles), with an optional link to Rochester. 1:50,000 OS mapping for each stage Detailed information on accommodation, public transport, and refreshments for each stage Information on the historical background of the pilgrimage, historical figures, and local points of interest GPX files available to download Facilities table to help you plan your itinerary
Author : Gordon Smith
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 39,73 MB
Release : 2011-05-23
Category : Hadrian's Wall Path (England)
ISBN : 9781898481430
?Hadrians Wall Path runs for 86 miles from Bowness-on-Solway to Wallsend along the line of the Roman Wall completed in AD122 under the Emperor Hadrian. This National Trail crosses northern England from Irish Sea to North Sea and offers many chances to look at the forts, milecastles and interpretation centers within this UNESCO World Heritage Site. This guidebook contains all youll need to plan, and enjoy a classic weeks walking.
Author : Alistair Moffat
Publisher : Canongate Books
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 27,31 MB
Release : 2019-08-01
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1786896338
In To the Island of Tides, Alistair Moffat travels to – and through the history of – the fated island of Lindisfarne. Known by the Romans as Insula Medicata and famous for its monastery, it even survived Viking raids. Today the isle maintains its position as a space for retreat and spiritual renewal. Walking from his home in the Borders, through the historical landscape of Scotland and northern England, Moffat takes us on a pilgrimage in the footsteps of saints and scholars, before arriving for a secular retreat on the Holy Isle. To the Island of Tides is a walk through history, a meditation on the power of place, but also a more personal journey; and a reflection on where life leads us.
Author : Katharine Tiernan
Publisher : Sacristy Press
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 20,23 MB
Release : 2019-03-20
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1789590132
The first historical novel about Cuthbert, much-loved saint of the North, a one-time warrior whose destiny it was to reconcile the warring parties in the early English Church.
Author : Paul Boobyer
Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
Page : 153 pages
File Size : 37,47 MB
Release : 2019-02-15
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1783627360
The Borders Abbeys Way links four of Britain's grandest ruined medieval abbeys in the central Scottish Borders. The route is a well waymarked, 68-mile (109km) circuit and is one of Scotland's Great Trails. The route which begins and ends in Tweedbank, is described clockwise over 6 stages averaging 11.3 miles per day. Relatively flat, it is suitable for people with a moderate level of fitness. The Way can be walked at any time of year and can be reached within an hour by train from the centre of Edinburgh. This guidebook provides a comprehensive description of the route, which passes through the towns of Melrose, Kelso, Jedburgh, Hawick and Selkirk and the villages of Denholm and Newton St Boswells. In addition to clear route description and OS 1:50,000 mapping extracts, the guidebook also includes information about the history of the Borders abbeys, the ever-intriguing Borders reivers, and the region's geology and agriculture. Invaluable practical information relating to accommodation, transport, mapping and public access is also included.
Author : Mary Low
Publisher : Wild Goose Publications
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 40,50 MB
Release : 2019-05-10
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1849526680
There's nothing like putting one foot in front of the other, day after day, in all weathers, for getting you in touch with the things that really matter. St Cuthbert's Way runs from Melrose in the Scottish Borders to Lindisfarne, Holy Island, off the coast of Northumberland. This book, designed as a Pilgrims' companion, presents Information essential for walking the Way- A field guide to places of interest along the route- An introduction to St Cuthbert and his world- Songs, meditations and stories- Ideas and resources for a contemporary pilgrimage experience
Author : David Ward-Perkins
Publisher : CABI
Page : 206 pages
File Size : 32,93 MB
Release : 2019-12-30
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1786394766
Tourism Routes and Trails plunges into the world of 'extended' tourism, offering an exploration of the 'routes' phenomenon whereby tourism is no longer for a given destination, but extends over multiple sites, a territory or landscape. Covering how such routes are created, often as ways of clustering experiences, it also reviews their effects on tourism businesses, local populations and other stakeholders.
Author : Michael Stausberg
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 23,14 MB
Release : 2012-11-12
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1136992987
This book explores the dynamic interaction between religion and tourism in the modern world. It considers questions such as: do travellers leave their religion at home when they are touring – and what happens if not? what are the relationships between tourism and pilgrimage? what happens to religious performances, places and festivals that function as tourism attractions? Other chapters examine religious theme parks, wellness and spa tourism, the roles played by tourist guides, guidebooks and religious souvenirs, and the role of tourism as a major arena of religious encounters in the contemporary world. Surveying the growing body of work in the field, Michael Stausberg argues that tourism should be a major focus of research within religious studies.
Author : Vivienne Crow
Publisher : Cicerone Press Limited
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 24,47 MB
Release : 2024-01-10
Category : Travel
ISBN : 178362602X
A guidebook to 36 walks exploring Northumberland, including the national park, coast, North Pennines and Kielder. Route are graded by difficulty and cover a wide variety of terrain. The walks, accessible from bases such as Alnwick, Rothbury and Hexham, range from 7 to 22km (4–14 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2–7 hours. 1:50,000 OS maps included for each walk Sized to easily fit in a jacket pocket Notes on refreshments and public transport Local points of interest including Hadrian’s Wall Information on the region’s rich geology, history and wildlife
