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The New Cambridge English Course is a four-level course for learners of English.

The South Pennines covers the hill country between Greater Manchester and West Yorkshire, easily accessible but less well known than other walking hot spots. This is an area of high moorland with deep, often wooded valleys and drained by fast-flowing rivers such as the Colne and Calder. Early textile industry took place in isolated farms and small collections of houses dotted around the countryside, where income from farming often marginal land was supplemented by handloom weaving; the workshops often ran along the top storey of a terrace of cottages with the typical rows of mullioned windows. There were so many of these isolated settlements with people needing to travel between them and to the cloth markets, such as Halifax’s magnificent PIece Hall, that there is a dense network of footpaths, so inviting for exploration on foot. Later, textile production moved to water-driven mills, now abandoned but providing a unique landscape as they are being reclaimed by nature, such as at Crimsworth Dene or Healey Dell. Steam power using the plentiful water and coal resources meant that huge factories could be built for textile production; these are themselves now being adapted for other uses, including housing such as the Titanic Mill at Slaithwaite. Stuart and his wife Jean spent many hours walking the paths and byways of this magical area, with Stuart’s camera recording the many beautiful and interesting sights they encountered. This book is a testament to a couple’s love of rambling for almost 40 years in the magical South Pennines.

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An accessible illustrated introduction to the history of sites located across the iconic location of Hadrian's Wall.

Stand-up Paddleboarding in the Lake District is the essential guide for anyone interested in discovering and enjoying this popular sport at its leading UK location – the stunning Lake District National Park. Jo Moseley, passionate paddleboarder and adventurer advocate, writes with a friendly voice about her SUP experiences – you'll really feel like you're out on the water with her. Take to the gentle shores of Grasmere stopping for a picnic along the way, appreciate the majestic scenery on a paddle across Derwent Water, enjoy sunset from your board at Buttermere, or traverse the remote and rugged Wast Water – it's up to you how adventurous you want to be. You will be sure to see an entirely different side of the Lakes out on the water on your paddleboard. There is detailed, practical information provided for each lake: you'll discover the best launch spots, where to paddle to once you're out on the water, how to get to the lake, where to stop for a well-earned coffee and cake afterwards, and where to stay for your own SUP adventure. The book is illustrated with stunning photography and handy maps are provided of the lakes so you can visualise the landscape. Jo also takes you through essential safely advice, how to choose your paddle and board, what to carry with you, and some top tips for if you want to SUP with a pup. Also, Jo discusses how to enjoy this sport in as low impact a way as possible, with everything from sustainable travel choices to biosecurity.