It is 100 years this year since the birth of Alfred Wainwright, the best known of all fell walkers. His seven "Pictorial Guides" opened up the Lakeland Fells to thousands of followers and his books, together with the relevant Ordnance Survey maps, helped us all to get to know the hills and enjoy them safely. I see that six of my well thumbed guides cost twelve shillings and sixpence each ! The final one was fifteen shillings ! I believe I got my money's worth !
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