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SCOTLAND FROM THE RAILS by Benedict le Vay (2021 Trade Paperback){O3}
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Bradt Travel Guides
ISBN-10
1784777625
ISBN-13
9781784777623
eBay Product ID (ePID)
20050410503
Product Key Features
Book Title
Scotland from the Rails
Number of Pages
208 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Australia & Oceania, General, Europe / Great Britain / General, Europe / Great Britain
Publication Year
2021
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Travel, History
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.6 in
Item Weight
13.3 Oz
Item Length
8.5 in
Item Width
5.6 in
Additional Product Features
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Trade
Reviews
"An absolute joy to read, this detailed and colourful travel-by-rail guide takes you on a host of Scotland's scenic routes" - West Highland News
Dewey Edition
23
Dewey Decimal
914.1104862
Table Of Content
TRAINSCOTTING!Scottish superb superlativesWho is this book for? A lot of peopleHow to use this bookPlanning your tripsTHE IRON MEN & THEIR IRON ROAD: FROM BRILLIANT PIONEERS TO THRILLING TRAINSWaggons roll! Scotland's oldest railwayThe first 'proper' lines openThrills & spills in a dramatic centuryGoing loco on World Records GREAT ARRIVALS: THE FAMED MAIN LINES Getting to Edinburgh: The East Coast Main LineGetting to Glasgow: The West Coast Main LineTHE CENTRAL BELT: EDINBURGH & GLASGOW Glasgow to Edinburgh via Falkirk: The quickest & best route Other Edinburgh-Glasgow routes: Shoppers, stoppers & shockers The Cathcart Circle: Glasgow Central to Glasgow CentralThe Fife Circle: Edinburgh Waverley to Edinburgh WaverleySeaside excursions: Two great days out from Scotland's two big citiesFIRTH TO LAST: EDINBURGH TO ABERDEENEdinburgh to Dundee: Bridges to adventureDundee to Aberdeen: Loch, dock & a smoking barrelSCOTLAND GOES ON HOLIDAY: GLASGOW TO AYRSHIRE & DUMFRIESThe Glasgow & South-Western Main Line: To the land of 'Oreo cows' & a romantic anvilThe Ayrshire Coast Line: I'll take the Troon train! The Inverclyde Line to Gourock: In the tracks of heroesBORDERING ON THE BRILLIANT!: THE BORDERS RAILWAYSouth from Edinburgh: Home on the Grange Onwards to Tweedbank: A Gala affairTHE WORLD'S MOST SCENIC RAILWAY: THE WEST HIGHLAND LINEGlasgow Queen Street to Crianlarich: From lowland bustle to empty highlands in a few milesCrianlarich to Fort William: A lucky horsehoe, the last great wilderness & a gorgeous gorgeFort William to Mallaig: Outrageous beauty & concrete evidenceThe Oban branch: Awe-inspiring ruins, a rock piano, the magical route to Mull & the Holy IslandsSUMMIT SPECIAL: THE HIGHLAND MAIN LINEInverness to Perth: Along Britain's highest railwayPerth to Glasgow Queen Street: Stirling workWHISKY & CANALS: THE GREAT NORTH OF SCOTLAND RAILWAYThe route describedTHE MOST BEAUTIFUL LINE IN EUROPE: THE SKYE LINEFrom feudalism to internet-age democracy in just 150 yearsInverness to DingwallDingwall to Kyle of LochalshWONDERFULLY REMOTE: THE FAR NORTH LINEInverness to Lairg: From the slightly Ord to the deeply loopy!Lairg to Wick & Thurso: Two for the price of oneAPPENDIX ONE: ROMANCE & RIVALRY ON THE RAILSPoetic railsFurther informationAPPENDIX TWO: STEAMY AFFAIRSSteam railwaysSteam museumsSteam operators
Synopsis
A brand new book from the author of the acclaimed Britain from the Rails. Entertaining, eccentric, informative, inspirational and only very occasionally trainspotter-ish, Scotland from the Rails is the perfect guide to some of the most romantic rail journeys not just in Britain but the worldScotland's rail network boasts the highest mainline summits in Britain; the longest bridge; the longest and boldest spans; the most famous railway bridge of all (the Harry Potter one); some of the friendliest staff and the most lovely - and downright quirky - station buildings, many lovingly maintained or restored. And for icing on the cake, or rather cream on the Cranachan (a Scottish pudding best enjoyed with a wee dram) - some utterly charming and fascinating preserved lines, steam centres and luxury excursion trains which cruise through this magnificent land.From the East Coast to the Great North, the West Highland Line to the Skye Railway, let expert rail enthusiast Ben le Vay be your guide to the best of Scotland's rail journeys. Perfect for train buffs, Scotland buffs, history buffs and trivia buffs, Scotland from the Rails is also the ideal book for anyone whose idea of heaven is sit back on a train and gaze out of the window., From the author of the acclaimed Britain from the Rails, an entertaining armchair read and practical guide rolled into one. Engaging, eccentric, informative, inspirational and only very occasionally trainspotter-ish, Scotland from the Rails is the perfect guide to some of the most romantic rail journeys not just in Scotland but the world.Scotland's rail network boasts the highest mainline summits in Britain; the longest bridge; the longest and boldest spans; the most famous railway bridge of all (the Harry Potter one); as well as some of the friendliest staff and the most lovely - and downright quirky - station buildings, many lovingly maintained or restored. And for icing on the cake, or rather cream on the Cranachan, some utterly charming and fascinating preserved lines, steam centres and luxury excursion trains which cruise through this magnificent land.From the East Coast to the Great North, the West Highland Line to the Skye Railway, let expert rail enthusiast Ben le Vay be your guide to the best of Scotland's rail journeys. Perfect for train buffs, Scotland buffs, history buffs and trivia buffs, Scotland from the Rails is also the ideal book for anyone whose idea of heaven is sit back on a train and gaze out of the window., Scotland from the Rails Guide - discover Scotland by rail, travel tips on Scottish train travel and what to see from your carriage. Covers the Central Belt, East Coast, Sou'Western, West Highland Line, Skye Railway and Far North Line, plus local history, practical advice, secret railways, branch lines, food and restaurants, hotels and B&Bs., All aboard! You are invited to ride Scotland's railways in search of Real Romance, Adventure and Relaxation. So very different from the hell of airports and motorway tailbacks, the train offers a civilised window on the Glorious Landscape of this remarkable destination and its unique heritage. Scotland is home to a selection of Truly Impressive railways, taking in Britain's highest main-line summits, longest bridge and highest railway viaduct, as well as some of the quirkiest stations and best traditional steam lines in the world. To witness Scotland by rail is to experience this Gorgeous Country at its very best. Whether you're an Eco-Conscious Explorer looking to stay close to home or a Romantic in search of wonder, Scotland from the Rails is the Perfect Companion on your railway journey. Following on from his much-acclaimed Britain From the Rails, Benedict le Vay gives you the inside track on the Compelling Histories, Amusing Anecdotes and Dramatic Disasters associated with Scotland's finest railways. Book jacket., A brand new book from the author of the acclaimed Britain from the Rails. Entertaining, eccentric, informative, inspirational and only very occasionally trainspotter-ish, Scotland from the Rails is the perfect guide to some of the most romantic rail journeys not just in Britain but the world Scotland's rail network boasts the highest mainline summits in Britain; the longest bridge; the longest and boldest spans; the most famous railway bridge of all (the Harry Potter one); some of the friendliest staff and the most lovely - and downright quirky - station buildings, many lovingly maintained or restored. And for icing on the cake, or rather cream on the Cranachan (a Scottish pudding best enjoyed with a wee dram) - some utterly charming and fascinating preserved lines, steam centres and luxury excursion trains which cruise through this magnificent land. From the East Coast to the Great North, the West Highland Line to the Skye Railway, let expert rail enthusiast Ben le Vay be your guide to the best of Scotland's rail journeys. Perfect for train buffs, Scotland buffs, history buffs and trivia buffs, Scotland from the Rails is also the ideal book for anyone whose idea of heaven is sit back on a train and gaze out of the window.
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