Discover a New Way to Journey Through Britain
Pre-order now and be among the first to explore Britain’s revolutionary walking network. The Pocket Atlas will ship to you on 24.10.24. It is currently being printed and bound.
Embark on a Journey Like No Other
Human beings are natural explorers, walkers, and storytellers. Slow Ways Pocket Atlas reconnects us with our ancestral paths, offering over 9,000 routes that link more than 2,500 towns, cities, and villages across Great Britain. This pocket-sized atlas is not just a collection of maps—it’s an invitation to rediscover the joy, adventure, and community that walking brings.
What Are Slow Ways?
Slow Ways is a visionary project, co-created by thousands of volunteers, to establish a trusted network of walking routes connecting every corner of Britain. These routes are:
• Peer-reviewed and Tested: Suggested, walked, and reviewed by real people to ensure safety, accessibility, and enjoyment.
• Inclusive and Accessible: Designed to be as direct, safe, and accessible as possible, catering to walkers and wheelers alike.
• Rich in Stories and Guidance: Over 1.5 million words of reviews and tales from fellow walkers, offering guidance and inspiration.
Praise for Slow Ways Pocket Atlas
“A must-have for people who already walk and for those who want to walk more, for everyone who’s environmentally conscious and wants to tread more lightly, for map fans, history buffs and geographers, and for people curious about what the future could and should look like.”
— Mary-Ann Ochota, broadcaster and author
“The central idea is really large-scale infrastructural: to create a network of ‘slow ways’ between towns, villages and cities—tested, timed, shareable and usable—that can offer significant, practical and frequent sustainable alternatives to vehicle transport.”
— Robert Macfarlane, writer on landscape and people
“Every week on Ramblings I meet people who understand deeply the value of walking. Slow Ways is making it possible for more people to walk further and for more purposes, which is a great thing for the whole country and a legacy for future generations.”
— Clare Balding, presenter of the BBC’s Ramblings
“A brilliant way to squeeze nature, wildness and adventure around the busy margins of modern life. For everyone, everywhere.”
— Alastair Humphreys, author and adventurer
Why You Need This Atlas
• Beautifully Crafted: Printed on exceptionally lovely and carbon-balanced paper, with stunning photography capturing the essence of Britain’s landscapes and the people who traverse them.
• Comprehensive Maps: 114 pages of detailed maps covering all of Great Britain, guiding you through a lifetime of possibilities.
• Join a Movement: By using this atlas, you’re becoming part of a national effort to promote walking, wellbeing, and a deeper connection with nature and communities.
Step Into the Future of Travel
Our future depends on sustainable choices. Slow Ways Pocket Atlas is more than a book—it’s a step towards a healthier, more connected, and environmentally conscious way of life. Walking and wheeling should be part of everyday life, and with this atlas, it can be.
Be Part of the Journey
The Slow Ways network thrives on community. Your adventures, reviews, and shared experiences will help shape the future of this incredible project.
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be a pioneer in this walking revolution.
Pre-order Your Copy Today!
Experience the beauty, history, and community of Britain’s landscapes. Order Slow Ways Pocket Atlas now and start your journey.
Publication Details:
• Title: Slow Ways Pocket Atlas
• Authors: Hannah Engelkamp and Daniel Raven-Ellison
• Design and Maps: Charlie Peel, Urban Good
• Publisher: Urban Good CIC
• Print Details: Printed in Great Britain by Generation Press on carbon-balanced paper
• ISBN: 9781914432163
For more information about the Slow Ways initiative or to get involved, visit www.slowways.org or contact us at hello@slowways.org.
Rediscover the joy of walking. Pre-order Slow Ways Pocket Atlas today and become part of a movement that’s changing the way we connect with our world.