Hillwalking London: Ten High-level Walks to the Heights of the Capital

London is a city of hills . . . Shooters Hill, Muswell Hill, Ludgate Hill- the names alone convey the topography. But there hasn't been a walking guideto the capital that makes a point of seeking out and threading together allits high ground, summits and fabulously panoramic views . . . Now, HillwalkingLondon provides ten routes, all around Greater London, of striking high-levelwalking. Here are seven hills of Croydon; the Sewardstone Hills north ofChingford; the former telegraph stations stretching across south-east London,as well as cherished ascents like Hampstead Heath and Richmond Hill. A basecamp for refreshments is given for every expedition. Illustrated with colourphotography and route maps throughout, it will make you see this beautifulcity in a new way.