This author merges science, writing, and photography with a passion for mountains, estuaries, and the coast, seeking out off-the-beaten-path experiences. Their work delves deeply into the history, environment, and wildlife of places like the Mersey Estuary, uncovering fascinating narratives of rich birdlife and the growth of Liverpool as a port. A firm believer in the potential for great adventures close to home, their writing encourages exploration of the overlooked. Beyond travel guides, their interests span aviation, politics, and environmental subjects, including technical texts on water and climate.
Stretching for around thirty miles to the coast, the Mersey Estuary is perhaps best known for Liverpool's spectacular waterfront and the Mersey Ferry. But there are many other hidden gems along its shores. The Mersey Estuary: A Travel Guide provides suggestions for places to visit along the estuary.
The coastline of Cumbria stretches for almost two hundred miles from Morecambe Bay to the Solway Firth and passes through the Lake District National Park along the way
This award-winning text provides a comprehensive introduction to modern operational hydrometeorological forecasting and warning techniques. It covers critical applications such as flood and drought management, reservoir operations, hydropower generation, irrigation practices, water supply systems, and water pollution control. The book emphasizes practical methodologies and innovative strategies essential for professionals in the field.
From the Northern Lights to whirling coastal birds, and sunken villages to the annual deer rut, the UK is home to some of the world's finest natural spectacles. With this guide and a little luck, you too can experience the magic of seeing something truly extraordinary. Start planning your spectacular year with the help of this practical guide to the UK's most magical natural phenomena. This guide shows you when and where to go, and how to maximise your chances of a sighting, as well as explaining why these amazing spectacles occur in the first place. Sections cover: - Space: meteor showers, eclipses and supermoons, Northern Lights - Weather: hidden currents, mountain waves, named winds - Tides: tidal bores, tidal races, low tide walks - Land: autumn colours, wildflower displays, rutting deer - Rivers and lakes: salmon runs, sunken villages, waterfall wonders - Coast: wheeling waterbirds, seabird cities, seal pups Each spectacle is graded according to how easy it is to spot, and the author gives expert tips on achieving the best sighting. Scientific insights describe the astronomical, meteorological and ecological causes of events, which are brought to life through the stories of the people who know them best, from the glider pilots who ride mountain waves to the King's Guides who help people navigate the dangerous sands of Morecombe Bay. This is your starting point for some truly phenomenal adventures.