Chris Barber

This new version of Chris Barber’s very popular guidebook is richly illustrated in full colour and contains seven additional routes.

During the last two hundred years the Eastern Valley of Torfaen has seen remarkable changes and the story of its industrial and social history is now told for the first time in a single volume by the well known author Chris Barber.

In the 1870s the Reverend Francis Kilvert compiled a diary in which he recorded a detailed picture of country life in the mid-Victorian times.  Following its publication in three volumes (1938-40) the area centred on Clyro in Radnorshire has become firmly established as Kilvert Country.

Owain Glyndwr was born of noble ancestry and his uprising began at Glyndyfrydwy, North Wales, in 1400, with his followers proclaiming him Prince of Wales. Four years later, after fighting many battles, he was at the height of his campaign and in control of the greater part of Wales.

The mysterious land of Wales is a treasure trove of beautiful and magical places.  This little known book describes the myriad megaliths, ancient crosses, holy wells, magic trees, caves and sunken cities to be found in Wales, and discusses Welsh folklore concerning King Arthur, the devil, fairies, and even mermaids.

The author is knowledgable and adventurous, flagging up facts that you may never have heard before - a tremendously interesting and informative read.

By Chris Barber, Arwel Michael & John Sansom

The Beacons Way is a 95 mile trail through the Brecon Beacons National Park, which takes eight days to complete as one journey, or can be broken up into a series of enjoyable linear walks.  This book is an invaluable travel companion and a cracking good read for countryside lovers.