The Times Britain's Scenic Railways
Author | : Julian Holland |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2012 |
Genre | : Railroad travel |
ISBN | : 9780007933884 |
Download The Times Britain's Scenic Railways Book in PDF, Epub and Kindle
Download The Times Britains Scenic Railways full books in PDF, epub, and Kindle. Read online free The Times Britains Scenic Railways ebook anywhere anytime directly on your device. Fast Download speed and no annoying ads. We cannot guarantee that every ebooks is available!
Author | : Julian Holland |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2012 |
Genre | : Railroad travel |
ISBN | : 9780007933884 |
Author | : Julian Holland |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2012 |
Genre | : Railway appreciation |
ISBN | : 9780007926718 |
Author | : Julian Holland |
Publisher | : Times Books |
Total Pages | : 304 |
Release | : 2012 |
Genre | : Transportation |
ISBN | : 9780007478798 |
Detailed text on history, geography and present-day operations, is complemented by stunning Bartholomew historical mapping and a selection of high-quality photographs. These are supported by railway memorabilia and extracts from gradient profiles and track diagrams to illustrate the passage of the railway through the diverse landscapes of Britain.In addition to the selected routes on the main rail network, the best of the standard gauge heritage railways, narrow gauge and miniature lines are also featured.Lines featured include:,*The route of the classic Cornish Riviera Express, along the coast and across steep-sided river valleys to Penzance.,*The unique landscape of Romney Marsh and its eccentric seaside bungalows, served by the miniature express trains of the Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway.,*Two classic narrow-gauge lines through stunning North Wales mountain country - the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland railways,*Across and through the Pennines by the Settle & Carlisle line, the last main line railway in England constructed almost entirely by hand.,*The West Highland Railway from Glasgow, by romantic Loch Lomond and lonely Rannoch Moor, to the foothills of Ben Nevis at Fort William.A unique insight into the most scenic journeys in England, Scotland and Wales, Britain's Scenic Railways fills a longstanding gap in the portrayal of our rail network. It is the ideal armchair guide to the very best of British rail travel.
Author | : Julian Holland |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 304 |
Release | : 2012 |
Genre | : Railway appreciation |
ISBN | : 9780007926718 |
Author | : Julian Holland |
Publisher | : Times Books |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2015 |
Genre | : Railroads |
ISBN | : 9780008135348 |
Follow the development, decline and later revival of Britain s iconic railways with bestselling railway author Julian Holland. Discover the fascinating history of our remarkable railway heritage through expert commentary, stunning photographs and archive material from a lifetime of railway research."
Author | : Robin Coombes |
Publisher | : Amberley Publishing Limited |
Total Pages | : 131 |
Release | : 2018-08-15 |
Genre | : Transportation |
ISBN | : 144568232X |
A breathtaking selection of photographs showcasing railway journeys as a part of the British landscape.
Author | : Julian Holland |
Publisher | : Collins |
Total Pages | : 272 |
Release | : 2018-09-24 |
Genre | : Railroads |
ISBN | : 9780008249090 |
Follow the routes of 50 long-closed and derelict railways across some of our most beautiful countryside and discover the hidden railways of Britain. Each route is highlighted on historical Bartholomew mapping, showing which parts can still be followed today. The carefully researched text is accompanied by historical photographs showing each line in operation prior to its closure, as well as specially commissioned images from the present day. Routes include: - Yatton to Wells - Strawberry Line - Crab & Winkle Line - Canterbury to Whitstable - Jersey railway - St Helier to La Corbiere - Mawddach Trail - Barmouth to Dolgellau - South Tyne Trail - Alston to Haltwhistle - Dava Way - Forres to Grantown-on-Spey
Author | : David Hayes |
Publisher | : Amberley Publishing Limited |
Total Pages | : 180 |
Release | : 2019-04-15 |
Genre | : Transportation |
ISBN | : 1445685582 |
A nostalgic overview of the rail scene in the 1970s. The photographs in this book try to capture a flavour of the railways during this fascinating transition period.
Author | : Lonely Planet |
Publisher | : Lonely Planet |
Total Pages | : 302 |
Release | : 2018-10-01 |
Genre | : Travel |
ISBN | : 1788682025 |
Experience 60 of the worlds greatest and most unforgettable train journeys, from classic long-distance trips like Western Canadas Rocky Mountaineer and Darwin to Adelaides The Ghan, to little-known gems on regular commuting lines. Weve always had a soft spot for trains. We know the moment a train pulls out of a station bound for somewhere fantastic is when the adventure truly starts. Amazing Train Journeys is the culmination of asking more than 200 travel writers for their absolute favourites. Some are epic international adventures, others short suburban routes along stunning coastline. There are incredible feats of engineering, trains that snake their way through mountain peaks, and even those which have achieved Unesco World Heritage status. Each profile contains practical information including ticket options, timetables and stops, plus inspiring photos and illustrated maps. Journeys include: Africa & the Middle East: Johannesburg to Cape Town (South Africa) Andimeshk to Dorud (Iran) Bulawayo to Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) The Americas: The California Zephyr (USA) Perurails Lake Titicaca Railway (Peru) The Serra Verde Express (Brazil) Asia: The Darjeeling Toy Train (India) The Reunification Express (Vietnam) Beijing to Shanghai by High-Speed Rail (China) Europe: The Glacier Express (Switzerland) Belgrade-to-Bar Railway (Serbia & Montenegro) London to Fort William on the Caledonian Sleeper (UK) Oceania: South Coast Line (Australia) The TranzAlpine (New Zealand) The Northern Explorer (New Zealand) About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the worlds number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, weve printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. Youll also find our content online, on mobile, video and in 14 languages, 12 international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.
Author | : Julian Holland |
Publisher | : HarperCollins UK |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2020-12-15 |
Genre | : Transportation |
ISBN | : 0008382999 |
Celebrate the heyday of passenger rail travel around Britain with this beautiful Times railway book. The perfect gift for any railway enthusiasts. • This e-book is best viewed on Kindle Fire in landscape view to optimise your experience.