‘Walks From The South Fylde Line’ is an outstanding book compiled by local author and retired teacher, Steve Garrill (pictured below). This beautifully illustrated volume describes seven beautiful local walks with simple directions, photos and maps, together with a wealth of fascinating local history. This outstanding book also includes superb drone photography by Gregg Wolstenholme. Most of the walks are also wheelchair/pushchair friendly and exceptionally dog friendly.

Only recently published, and already a bestseller, this book priced at £7.95 would an make an ideal Christmas gift (limited to 2 copies per customer). Signed copies can be obtained from Plackitt & Booth on Clifton Street in Lytham or the Apex Cycleworks café on Bath Road.

‘Walks From The South Fylde Line’ follows Steve’s most successful ‘The North West Way’, which shares a long-established route between Preston and Carlisle railway stations. It is a delightfully illustrated book with 1:25000 OS mapping and drone photography by award-winning photographer Mark McNeill. The book takes readers through a superbly illustrated walk through the beauty of the Ribble Valley, the rugged dales of Yorkshire, thundering waterfalls of Teesdale and finally follow the footsteps of Roman Legionnaires. There is access to up-to-date details of B&B, camping and bunkhouse accommodation. It celebrates quite simply the very best of English walking, appealing to anyone who loves the scenery and the history of the North of England. This would likewise make a fantastic present for a friend who enjoys walking. Signed copies are available from Plackitt & Booth on Clifton Street.

Pictured below, Steve is a not only an acclaimed local author but also a keen walker, and member of both Lytham Heritage Group and the Lytham St Anne’s Civic Society.