Two dozen walks, carefully chosen with families in mind, offer the chance to explore the glorious variety of countryside on Bristol’s doorstep.

From a stroll on the Treasure Island trail around Bristol Harbourside and a bracing walk along the ridge of King’s Weston Hill, to the rugged splendour of Ebbor Gorge and the tranquillity of the Sharpness Canal at Frampton on Severn – Lesley Turney introduces us to the delights of family days out in the fresh air.

The walks vary in length and difficulty, but all are fun, and often stimulating to the enquiring young mind. Following public footpaths, the walks lead past ancient churches and fine houses, up to magnificent viewpoints – the top of Goblin Combe is one of the most beautiful spots in the whole of England – across woodland, meadows, along rivers and canals, even through a deserted farm, and usually end within easy distance of a country pub. The directions are easy to follow and include a simple route map.

Paperback, 112pp. Black and white photographs, maps.