Great North Road: London to Edinburgh - 11 Days, 2 Wheels and 1 Ancient Highway

The Great North Road, once Britains most illustrious highway, was replaced by the A1 in 1921. In 2021, journalist and cyclist Steve Silk embarked on an adventure across 11 days and 400 miles, cycling at a stately 14 miles per hour, to search out milestones and memories and track down the forgotten treasures of this ancient highway between the two capitals. The journey is a tribute to Britain and the endless appeal of the open road.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 304 pages
\n Publication date: 08 July 2021
\n Publisher: Summersdale Publishers
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In 1921, the Great North Road, a renowned British highway stretching from London to Edinburgh, ceased to exist on paper. However, a century later, journalist and cyclist Steve Silk takes advantage of the anniversary to embark on an extraordinary adventure across 11 days and 400 miles. Cycling at a leisurely pace of 14 miles per hour, he travels north, exploring landmarks, reminiscing, and patronizing inns and coffee shops.

From a saddle rather than a car seat, the towns and countryside of England and Scotland unfold, revealing remnants of Britain's remarkable past and glimpses of its promising future. Instead of the typical service stations and tourist hotspots, Steve ventures into the forgotten treasures of this ancient highway, connecting the two capitals.

The Great North Road is a journey that appeals to both armchair travelers and long-distance cyclists. It is enriched with history, humor, and insightful observations, serving as a tribute to Britain and the enduring allure of the open road.

\n Weight: 216g\n
Dimension: 429 x 218 x 22 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781800070493\n \n