For Anna, a cycling enthusiast, the decision to ride 4,000 miles solo around the coast of the UK wasn't that hard. Following the river from London until it became the sea, then following the sea until it reached the mouth of the Thames again was a beautifully simple idea. But after epic highs, incredible lows, unforgettable scenery and unpronounceable place names - as well as a hearty battle with some good old British weather - her simple idea turns into a compelling journey of self-discovery, and an eye-opening insight into what makes the island where she lives so special.
Anna Hughes is a freelance cycling instructor, living and working in London. When she's not riding her bike she is busy writing articles for magazines, including Women's Cycling, and giving talks about her cycling exploits.
Title: Eat, Sleep, Cycle: A Bike Ride Around the Coast of Britain
Author: Hughes, Anna
ISBN: 9781849536875
Binding:
Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group
Publication Date: 2015-03-12
Number of Pages: 320
Weight: 0.1588 kg
'beautiful descriptions of the British coastline from Cornwall right up to the Highlands, a book for cyclists and armchair travellers alike.' * Red Magazine online *
`Warning: Reading Eat, Sleep, Cycle may reveal hidden desires to take on long distance cycling touring trips, and eat lots of fish and chips.' * Total Women's Cycling *
`colorful characters are met along the way, and her doggedness in carrying on, when she admits to herself (in Wales) that she doesn't want to do it anymore, is impressive and potentially inspiring' * Perceptive Travel Blog *
`most enjoyable... the book would appeal equally to a non-cyclist' -- Cycling World Magazine