Footnotes: The Cicerone Podcast
66 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★ - 4 ratingsFootnotes: The Cicerone Podcast is a podcast to inspire you about outdoor travel and activities in the UK and across the world. As specialists in outdoor travel guidebooks for over 50 years, Cicerone Press has published nearly 400 guidebooks to walking, cycling, trekking, mountaineering and running all over the world. The Cicerone team is based in Kendal, near the Lake District, and we look forward to sharing our love of the outdoors with you. Through conversations with our guidebook authors, team members and other outdoor experts, this podcast offers plenty of inspiration and advice about exploring the outdoors. Whether you're an established long distance-trekker or have just rediscovered a love of walking or cycling, listen in to discover your next outdoor adventure.
Keep up to date with Footnotes and Cicerone by following @CiceronePress on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram and visit www.cicerone.co.uk, where you can browse our full range of guidebooks and read over 1000 articles by authors and outdoor experts. Send any feedback or questions to Hannah by emailing [email protected]. We hope you enjoy exploring the world with Cicerone.
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Episodes
Environmental Education in Yosemite
February 15, 2023 00:00 - 29 minutes - 54.7 MBMoose Mutlow returns to the podcast to chat with Hannah about the work he does around environmental education in Yosemite National Park in California. Find out how Moose teaches young people to not just understand but treasure this National Park and the wildlife it contains. About our guest Moose has nearly 4 decades of traditional and alternative education experience around the globe. He has course directed 58-day Outward Bound instructor trainings in Appalachia, been a deputy headmaster...
Tips for Staying Safe Outdoors
February 01, 2023 00:00 - 30 minutes - 55.5 MBToday on the podcast Hannah is joined by Moose Mutlow. Moose has been the voice of swiftwater safety and rescue in Yosemite National Park for more than a decade and is the author of “When Accidents Happen - a guide to working with crisis communication as a Family Liaison Officer.” He's on the Footnotes Podcast to give you his top tips for staying safe outdoors whether you're in the UK, US, or anywhere in the world. About our guest Moose has nearly 4 decades of traditional and alternative ...
Getting Outdoors on a Budget
January 18, 2023 00:00 - 41 minutes - 75.3 MBToday on the podcast, blogger and author Fi Darby joins us to give you her top tips on how you can save money when getting outdoors. Listen in for great advice on where you can buy cheap gear, what pieces of kit you can substitute out safely, and how you can save money when traveling to and from areas of outstanding natural beauty. About our guest After moving to the West Country in 1998, Fi developed a love in equal parts for Devon’s shoreline and moors. Following a successful career as ...
Who are The Ramblers and What do they do to Help Protect our Public Rights of Way?
January 04, 2023 00:00 - 25 minutes - 47.5 MBPodcast with Jack Cornish, Head of Paths for the Ramblers, the largest walking community in Great Britain. Find out how the Ramblers help to protect your right to access the countryside, help more people access paths, and how they work with local authorities to restore walking routes that have been lost. So if you've always wondered what your right of access to the countryside actually is, then Jack is here to inform you. Receive 15% off a Ramblers membership with this special deal just fo...
Winter Climbing in Scotland Live Event Highlights
December 21, 2022 00:00 - 35 minutes - 65.7 MBToday we're bringing you the highlights of our Cicerone Live Event on Winter Climbing in Scotland where Joe was joined by Mike Pescod for an expert Q&A. Mike is here to talk all about the New Cicerone guidebook covering a selection of hundreds of the best winter climbs on Ben Nevis and in the Glen Coe area, from straightforward Grade I snow gullies and ridges through to extreme test pieces above Grade VIII. If you'd like to experience the winter climbs in Scotland yourself, you can buy our ...
An Interview with Team GB Telemark Skier Jasmin Taylor
December 07, 2022 00:00 - 38 minutes - 70.4 MBToday Hannah is joined by Team GB's World Cup Telemark Ski Racer, Jasmin Taylor. Jaz holds the record for the British skier with the most World Cup and World Championships medals. Jaz is on the podcast to tell those of you who don't know, what Telemark Skiing is, tell you about her life as a Team GB athlete, and maybe even to inspire you to get out on the snow. Links and mentions The Telemark Company Maier Sports. FIS Telemark Chill Factore Manchester The Snow Centre Hemel Hempstead A...
Hiking in Hong Kong Live Event Highlights
November 23, 2022 00:00 - 41 minutes - 76.5 MBToday we're bringing you the highlights from our November Cicerone Live event with authors Simon Whitmarsh and Andrew Mok. They're talking about their new guidebook, Hiking in Hong Kong which covers the multi-day Wilson, MacLehose, Hong Kong and Lantau Trails and 25 day walks (from easy to challenging) on the fascinatingly diverse Hong Kong archipelago, including Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, the New Territories and the islands. With notes on plants, wildlife and geology (including the UNESCO...
The GR65 - Via Podiensis
November 09, 2022 00:00 - 27 minutes - 50.4 MBToday Hannah is joined by Cicerone author Dave Whitson to talk about his new guidebook to the Via Podiensis (Chemin du Puy) pilgrim route along the GR65 through southern France to the Pyrenees. The 750km route links Le Puy-en-Velay with Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port and the start of the Camino Francés to Santiago. Dave covers both the Célé Valley and Rocamadour variants. Find out about all the Via Podiensis has to offer including the best of French village life, offering a unique combination of pl...
Hiking and Cycling the California Missions Trail
October 25, 2022 23:00 - 40 minutes - 93.7 MBToday we're bringing you the highlights from our October Cicerone Live event with author Sandy Brown, who will be discussing the 800 mile (1289km) California Missions Trail between San Francisco Bay and San Diego. The pilgrimage trail takes in 21 historic Spanish missions and can be completed in 50-60 walking days or 2-3 weeks cycling. Click here to pre-order your copy of Hiking and Cycling the California Missions Trail. If you use the code: LAUNCH10 you'll receive a discount at checkout. ...
Walking in Catalunya
October 11, 2022 23:00 - 32 minutes - 75.3 MBToday Hannah is joined by Jacint and Nike, the authors of the upcoming Cicerone guidebook Walking in Catalunya - Barcelona, to talk all about the experience of writing the book and what you can expect of the region. The guidebook covers 32 varied walks among the rocky mountains, forested slopes and idyllic wine country that surrounds Barcelona. Routes range from 6.5 to 28km and cover Montseny, Vic and Guilleries-Savassona, Sant Llorenç del Munt i l'Obac, Montserrat and Penedès and Garraf. I...
Scottish Wild Country Backpacking - Expert Q&A
September 27, 2022 23:00 - 39 minutes - 90.8 MBThis episode is the highlights from Stefan Durkacz and David Lintern's Live Event on Scottish Wild Country Backpacking. The pair joined Hannah to talk all about their new Cicerone book exploring 30 wild and challenging backpacking routes in Scotland. Aimed at experienced and self-reliant backpackers, routes are between 2 and 4 days long and traverse the remotest, wildest and most spectacular landscapes the Highlands and Islands have to offer. The book also covers equipment, access, weather, ...
The Benefits of Getting Outdoors
September 13, 2022 23:00 - 45 minutes - 104 MBIn this episode, Hannah is joined by Bryan Jones, the Head of School at the University of Central Lancashire. Bryan's background is in performance sport, having worked as a sport psychologist, strength and conditioning coach and performance coach. He's on the podcast to talk all about how getting outdoors can improve your wellbeing. Find out how you can get started in the outdoors, how you can encourage and inspire others to do so, and what the outdoor community as a whole should be doing to...
Costa Blanca Mountain Adventures
August 30, 2022 23:00 - 27 minutes - 62.3 MBIn this episode, Hannah is joined by Mark Eddy to talk about the upcoming multi-activity guidebook to outdoor adventure in Spain's Costa Blanca, with 60 route suggestions covering ridge scrambles, via ferrata, canyoning, sport climbing, trad climbing, hiking, trail running and mountain biking. Many routes require climbing experience, although they vary in difficulty, with options suitable for a range of abilities. If you'd like to walk the Costa Blanca Mountains yourself and explore this Eu...
Costa Blanca - the perfect place for Mountain Adventures
August 30, 2022 23:00 - 27 minutes - 62.3 MBIn this episode, Hannah is joined by Mark Eddy to talk about the upcoming multi-activity guidebook to outdoor adventure in Spain's Costa Blanca, with 60 route suggestions covering ridge scrambles, via ferrata, canyoning, sport climbing, trad climbing, hiking, trail running and mountain biking. Many routes require climbing experience, although they vary in difficulty, with options suitable for a range of abilities. If you'd like to walk the Costa Blanca Mountains yourself and explore this Eu...
Hiking the Cordillera Huayhuash in Peru
August 16, 2022 23:00 - 44 minutes - 102 MBThis episode is the highlights from August's Cicerone Live event. Joe Williams has just been hiking the Cordillera Huayhuash in Peru and he loved it. He joins Hannah to chat about the route, how to say llama, and to discover what is finally capable of scaring him. If you'd like to watch the video of this event or even join in on the next one, you can do so on our live page. Search for @CiceronePress on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, and join our Facebook community group, Cicerone Connect...
Sarah Williams on Walking the Wales Coast Path in 50 Days
August 02, 2022 23:00 - 40 minutes - 92.5 MBIn this episode, Hannah is joined by Sarah Williams of Tough Girl Challenges to talk about her experiences walking the entire Wales Coast Path in only 50 days. The Wales Coast Path is 1400km (870 miles) along the length of Wales from Chester to Chepstow, including Anglesey. The route passes through the Snowdonia and Pembrokeshire National Parks and many AONBs and can be linked with the Offa's Dyke Path for a complete circuit of Wales. You can find out more about the Wales Coast Path here. ...
England Coast Path Live Event Highlights
July 19, 2022 23:00 - 49 minutes - 114 MBThis episode is the highlights from July's Cicerone Live event on the England Coast Path with Andrew McCloy, author of Great Walks on the England Coast Path 30 classic walks on the longest National Trail. The England Coast Path, once fully open, will be the world's longest coast path - at a leg-stretching 2,800 miles! Andrew McCloy, author of the guidebook to Great Walks on the England Coast Path, shares some of his favourite parts of the path and answers listener questions. If you'd like t...
Walking in Italy
July 05, 2022 23:00 - 28 minutes - 64.6 MBIn this episode, Hannah is joined by author Gillian Price to give you an overview of the amazing and varied walking routes and food you'll find in Italy. Italy offers wonderful opportunities to walk and trek. Stretching from the Maritime Alps to the UNESCO Dolomites, the Italian Alps are crossed with GR routes and Alta Via trails, via ferrata and opportunities for canyoning. Contrast these mountain regions with the countryside of Tuscany and Umbria, with their ancient pilgrim trails and arti...
Mont Blanc Treks
June 21, 2022 23:00 - 27 minutes - 62.3 MBIn this episode, Hannah is joined by Sara Wild, owner of Mont Blanc Treks to talk all about this truly world class route. Find out about some of the world's finest mountain scenery; Mont Blanc, the highest mountain in Western Europe; the Chamonix Aiguilles; the Mer de Glacier, second longest glacier in the Alps, a choice of seven or eight passes to cross, each with its own heart-stopping views. Also listen in to find out what other treks Sara is planning to take people on in 2022 and beyond....
Walking the Brittany Coast Path
June 07, 2022 23:00 - 44 minutes - 61.4 MBIn this episode, Hannah is joined by Carroll Dorgan, author of the new Cicerone guidebook on the Brittany Coast Path. The guidebook details the 624km section of French long-distance route the GR34 (or Sentier des Douaniers, the Customs Officers' Path) along the scenic north coast of Brittany from Mont-Saint-Michel to Roscoff. The popular well-maintained trail takes in cliffs, beaches, seaside resorts and fishing villages and is rich in history and culture. If you'd like to walk the Brittany...
Behind the Scenes of the Wales Coast Path
May 24, 2022 23:00 - 33 minutes - 46.3 MBIn this episode, Hannah is joined by Sioned Humphreys from the Wales Coast Path team to continue our celebration of 10 years of the Wales Coast Path. Find out all about the work that goes into creating and maintaining such a huge path and also find out from Sioned what the Wales Coast Path team have in store for the rest of the year. The Wales Coast Path is 1400km (870 miles) along the length of Wales from Chester to Chepstow, including Anglesey. The route passes through the Snowdonia and ...
Ten Years of the Wales Coast Path: Live Events Highlights
May 10, 2022 23:00 - 46 minutes - 64.5 MBThis episode is the highlights from May's Cicerone Live event celebrating 10 years of the majestic Wales Coast Path with Paddy Dillon, the author of the Wales Coast Path guidebook. The Wales Coast Path is 1400km (870 miles) along the length of Wales from Chester to Chepstow, including Anglesey. The route passes through the Snowdonia and Pembrokeshire National Parks and many AONBs and can be linked with the Offa's Dyke Path for a complete circuit of Wales. To celebrate the 10th anniversary o...
Dolomites Live Event Highlights
April 26, 2022 23:00 - 43 minutes - 59.5 MBThis episode is the highlights from April's Cicerone Live event on The Dolomites - an exciting and adventurous holiday destination in both summer and winter. Join Hannah and Dolomites enthusiast, Joe Williams as they discuss where you can walk, what you can do, see, and most importantly eat at this UNESCO World Heritage Site. If you'd like to visit The Dolomites yourself, you can find all 7 of Cicerone's guidebooks here, and when you use the code "DOLOMITES" at the Cicerone checkout, you'll...
Cycling the Ruta Via de la Plata in Spain
April 12, 2022 23:00 - 28 minutes - 39.4 MBJohn Hayes joins Hannah on the podcast to talk about cycling the Ruta Via de la Plata through Western Spain, covering the 924km route from Seville to the coastal city of Gijón and a pilgrimage variant to Santiago de Compostela. With road and off-road alternatives (the latter suitable for gravel bikes), the route offers fantastic cycling, rich cultural and historical interests, the oldest hotel in the world, and even Game of Thrones filming locations. If you'd like to try the route out for ...
Hiking The Camino in Winter
March 29, 2022 23:00 - 28 minutes - 39.8 MBCicerone's Maddy Williams joins Hannah this week to talk about her experience hiking the month long Camino pilgrimage stretching from St Jean-Pied-de-Port in Southern France to Santiago de Compostela in Spain. Find out all about her experience and how the Camino changes in the winter months. You'll learn about the equipment you might need, where you can stay overnight in winter, and how busy you can expect the walk to be. You can find all of Cicerone's guides to The Camino here, including C...
International Women's Day 2022 Special
March 16, 2022 00:00 - 42 minutes - 57.8 MBTo make up for the cancelled Cicerone Live last week, we're bringing the International Women's Day special to the podcast. Hannah will be joined by Sarah Williams (adventurer and founder of Tough Girl Challenges) and Cressida Allwood (adventurer and round the world cyclist) to chat about their experiences and the barriers they have faced as women accessing the outdoors. Search for @CiceronePress on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, and join our Facebook community group, Cicerone Connect. Sig...
Trekking from Hoek van Holland to Nice on the GR5
March 02, 2022 00:00 - 33 minutes - 46.3 MBAuthor Carroll Dorgan joins Hannah this week to talk about the entire GR5 trail, from the North Sea all the way down through Benelux, Lorraine, the Vosges, and past Lake Geneva to the South of France. Find out about the history of the route, the variations you can take, and what tips Carroll recommends. Carroll Dorgan has also written 'Walking the Brittany Coast Path, The GR34 from Mont-Saint-Michel to Roscoff', available to pre-order now on the Cicerone website: Https://www.cicerone.co.uk ...
Ask the Experts: Cycle touring special
February 16, 2022 08:00 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBIn the highlights from February's Cicerone Live event, our experts answer all your questions about cycle touring. If you've wondered about how to get started with cycle touring, or you need some inspiration for where to go, or perhaps advice on travelling with your bike, then this episode is for you! Some of our favourite cycle touring experts share their knowledge on cycling in the UK, Europe and further afield. There are tons of articles offering advice and inspiration for different cyc...
Trekking the Robert Louis Stevenson Trail through France
February 02, 2022 08:00 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBAuthors Nike and Jacint answer all our questions about the Robert Louis Stevenson Trail, the long-distance walking route through France. We discover top tips for trek packing, hear about the walking in France and discuss the pros and cons of trekking with a donkey. Nike and Jacint have also written several articles offering advice and inspiration for different walking and trekking routes and these, as well as their book, can be found on the Cicerone website: Https://www.cicerone.co.uk. Se...
Nicky Spinks and the Tor de Geants race
January 19, 2022 08:00 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBTraversing over 300km of mountainous terrain, the Tor de Geants (Giants' Trail) is an epic running race in the Italian Alps. Joe was lucky enough to talk to the legendary Nicky Spinks about her third place finish at the 2021 event. Here we hear Nicky's top tips for the event, and talk about sleeping, gear, strategies, and why she loves the race so much. As a bonus, we got to hear what Nicky thinks about parkrun! Find out more about the guidebooks to the trail on https://www.cicerone.co.u...
Walking and trekking in Romania
January 05, 2022 08:00 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBHannah chats with Janneke Klop about the splendour of walking and trekking in the mountains of Romania. The massive number of mountains means that there is something for everyone in this country - from short and fun walks for children to exposed ridges for the braver hikers. Janneke Klop has been exploring Romania for many years and writes about her Romanian adventures at www.roamaniac.com. Her guidebook to the Mountains of Romania is published by Cicerone and is the definitive guidebook for...
Guidebooks for Spring 2022
December 08, 2021 12:23 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBHannah and Joe have a quick look through some of Cicerone's Spring titles in a bid to stave off the dark and cold of the northwest of England in December! We get excited about the Dolomites and sausage pancakes and see a different side to Joe. Explore the Cicerone website and discover our full range of guidebooks: https://www.cicerone.co.uk. The new titles discussed in this episode will be publishing in Spring 2022 and will be on the website for pre-order soon: the Cathar Way, the Brittany ...
A whistlestop tour of the Vanoise
November 24, 2021 08:00 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBA whistlestop tour of the Vanoise, including where to stay, what to do and when to go. In this episode we talk to Lesley Williams who has many years of experience walking, trekking and cycling in the Alps, and who helped Jonathan with his reworking and rewalking of the Trekking in the Vanoise guidebook. Explore the Cicerone website and discover our full range of guidebooks: https://www.cicerone.co.uk. There are also plenty of articles offering advice and inspiration for different walking an...
Paddy Dillon’s top winter sunshine destinations for hiking and trekking
November 10, 2021 08:00 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MBA dose of walking somewhere sunny can break up the cold and wet winter and, whilst we can't actually guarantee the weather, there are a few reliable destinations. Paddy Dillon shares his favourites, thoroughly tested over a lifetime of walking. Explore the Cicerone website and discover our full range of guidebooks: https://www.cicerone.co.uk. There are also plenty of articles offering advice and inspiration for different walking and trekking routes in the UK and around the world, from day w...
Timmy Mallett: Cycling the Camino - and back
October 27, 2021 07:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MBTimmy Mallett, of 90s childhood TV fame, chats to us about his epic cycle along the Camino de Santiago in honour of his brother Martin who believed in the power of everyone to reach their potential. Surprisingly moving, inspirational and, of course, funny. Explore the Cicerone website and discover our full range of guidebooks for cycling: https://www.cicerone.co.uk/cycling. There are also plenty of articles offering advice and inspiration for different cycling routes in the UK and Europe, ...
Will Renwick on running all the mountains in Wales
October 13, 2021 07:00 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBIn this episode Hannah chats to Will Renwick, president of Ramblers' Wales, who has just run every mountain in Wales. Originally hoping to do a long-distance walk, Will decided to run all 189 of Wales' mountains in three weeks because he couldn't get any more time off work. He is also raising money for mental health charity, Mountains Over Mind. Explore the Cicerone website and discover our full range of guidebooks for walking, trekking and running in Wales: https://www.cicerone.co.uk/wales...
#AskCicerone: Walking and trekking in Europe
September 29, 2021 06:50 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBIn this episode Hannah asks Jonathan, Lesley and Joe Williams about walking and trekking in Europe. We try to give you an overview of 162 guidebooks to outdoor adventures across the continent... In 24 minutes. Explore the Cicerone website and discover our full range of guidebooks for trekking in Europe: https://www.cicerone.co.uk/europe. There are also plenty of articles offering advice and inspiration for different trekking routes in Europe, from GR routes In France, Spain and the iconic T...
The Lakes, Meres and Waters of the Lake District with Joss Naylor and Mhairi Helme
September 15, 2021 07:00 - 26 minutes - 23.8 MBJoss Naylor and Mhairi Helme join us for our September Live event and it's a book launch special! Joss chats about his favourite running route, the Lakes, Meres and Waters of the Lake District, and we hear how Mhairi found it on her recent challenge. We also reveal Joss's favourite sheep. Yes, really. Find out more about the guidebook on https://www.cicerone.co.uk/1087, where you can view our full range of guidebooks to outdoor travel in the UK and across the world and find plenty of advice...
Walking in Zermatt and Saas-Fee with Jonathan and Lesley Williams
September 01, 2021 07:00 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBIconic locations in the Swiss Alps, Zermatt and Saas-Fee have plenty of offer walkers of all abilities, from low-level lake walks that are suitable for all the family to more serious outings on steep and rocky mountain trails. In this episode, Jonathan and Lesley Williams tell us all about their new guidebook to walking in Zermatt and Saas-Fee and offer advice on when to go and how to get there, as well as sharing their favourite walks from what could be described as the world's greatest mou...
Walking and trekking in Andalucia with Guy Hunter-Watts
August 18, 2021 07:00 - 31 minutes - 29.4 MBJoin author and Andalucia-expert Guy Hunter-Watts to find out everything you need to know about walking and trekking in Andalucía. The diverse landscapes of Andalucía offer a huge variety of walks and treks for those wishing to visit one of Spain's most evocative regions. Guy Hunter-Watts has lived and worked (and walked) in Andalucía since the 1980s and is the author of several guidebooks to the area. Who better to introduce this part of Spain and answer your questions? Find out more abou...
Trekking on Corsica with Paddy Dillon and Gillian Price
August 04, 2021 06:56 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBWhile most famous for the challenging GR20, renowned as Europe's toughest long-distance trail, Corsica also offers several shorter treks including the Mare a Mare and Mare e Monti that explore the brilliant Mediterranean coastline and vibrant fishing villages. In this episode of highlights from our Cicerone Live event, Cicerone authors Paddy Dillon and Gillian Price join us to explore all the options for trekking on Corsica and offer plenty of information to help you choose the right trek fo...
Walking in Lancashire with Mark Sutcliffe
July 21, 2021 06:34 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBOffering walks that explore gristone moors, wooded valleys, and expansive coastline, Lancashire is a county that showcases some of the most varied walking in the UK. To share his love for this often-overlooked county, Cicerone author Mark Sutcliffe joins us to talk about his new guidebook to walking in Lancashire which features plenty of family-friendly walking alongside higher-level hill routes. Lancashire has great public transport and road links, and the range of fantastic food, wildlife,...
Bivvying in the UK: stories and tips with Ronald Turnbull
July 07, 2021 06:30 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MBWith just a sleeping bag and a bivvybag, bivvying allows you to immerse yourself in the landscape and enjoy sunsets, sunrises and the stars. In this episode of highlights from our Cicerone Live event, we hear all about bivvying on hillsides and hilltops in the UK from Cicerone author and bivvying enthusiast Ronald Turnbull. Ronald has enjoyed many nights sleeping out on hilltops and hillsides in the UK and completed his 100th hilltop bivvy earlier this year. He tells us the history of bivvyi...
'Supernova' Special: Harry Macqueen and Dick Pope discuss filming on location in the Lake District
June 23, 2021 06:37 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBFilmed on location in the Lake District and starring Colin Firth and Stanley Tucci, 'Supernova' follows couple Sam and Tusker on a campervan roadtrip as they come to terms with Tusker's early onset dementia. In this special episode of the podcast, we speak to writer and director Harry Macqueen and cinematographer Dick Pope about their experience of developing and filming 'Supernova' in the Lake District. We ask them about their filming locations around Keswick and Crummock Water, why they ch...
#AskCicerone: navigation for long-distance walking in the UK
June 09, 2021 06:34 - 31 minutes - 29 MBIn our second #AskCicerone episode focusing on long-distance walking in the UK, we speak to Cicerone's Business Development Director Joe Williams about navigating on long-distance routes in the UK. From discussing how much navigational ability is needed for long-distance walking in the UK to the pros and cons of print and digital mapping, Joe offers plenty of advice on how to improve your navigational skills and how combining maps, apps, GPX files and route description can give you the best ...
Scrambling in the Lake District with John Fleetwood and Paul Rose
May 26, 2021 06:55 - 30 minutes - 28 MBFrom classic scrambles on Striding Edge and Pillar Rock to lesser known routes and ghyll scrambles, the Lake District has plenty to offer scramblers and climbers. In this episode of highlights from our Cicerone Live event, Cicerone author John Fleetwood and special guest Paul Rose join us to share their experiences of scrambling in the Lake District. We discussed equipment and experience needed to tackle some of these routes, as well as how to build your confidence as a beginner. As two peop...
#AskCicerone: equipment for long-distance walking in the UK
May 12, 2021 06:23 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBIn our latest #AskCicerone episode, we ask Marketing Director and guidebook author Lesley Williams for her advice on equipment for long-distance walking in the UK. Offering tips for both summer and winter, Lesley covers footwear, waterproofs and walking poles, as well as the importance of duct tape and midge spray. This is a brilliant introduction to the practicalities of long-distance walking in the UK. Explore the Cicerone website and discover our full range of guidebooks to long-distance...
Walking the Camino de Santiago: Camino Frances with Sandy Brown and Ivar Rekve
April 28, 2021 07:02 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBAs one of the most travelled pilgrim trails in the world, the Camino Frances route of the Camino de Santiago is an unforgettable experience rich with history, culture and community. In 784km, the Camino Frances journeys from St Jean-Pied-de-Port in southern France to Santiago de Compostela in Spain and visits some of Spain's most important artistic, architectural and religious sites. In this episode of highlights from our Cicerone Live event, Cicerone author Sandy Brown provides an overview...
Cycling Land's End to John o' Groats with Richard Barrett
April 14, 2021 07:30 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBTravelling the length of Britain from Cornwall and the Somerset Levels to the Cairngorm Mountains and northern Scotland, Land's End to John o' Groats is an iconic route and life-long aspiration for many cyclists. In this episode, Cicerone author Richard Barrett joined us to talk about his new guidebook to cycling LEJOG and spoke about the delights and challenges en route, as well as offering plenty of advice about practicalities from booking trains and accommodation to tailoring the LEJOG ex...
Walking the Via Francigena with Sandy Brown, Luca Bruschi, Julia Lewis and Beatrice Moricci
March 31, 2021 07:45 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBAn ancient pilgrimage route from Canterbury in England to Rome in Italy, the Via Francigena explores medieval cities, vineyards, lakes and mountains as it travels through England, France, Switzerland and Italy on its journey to the Vatican City. In this episode of highlights from our Cicerone Live event, we hear from Cicerone author Sandy Brown about his new guidebooks to the Via Francigena along with a panel of special guests. Focusing on the popular Italian section of the walk, we were joi...