The Secret History of Britain's Footpaths', with Nicholas Crane

For centuries Britains footpaths have carried pilgrims, traders, soldiers and explorers across some of our most spectacular landscapes.

Broadcaster, geographer and former presenter of BBC Twos Coast,Nicholas Crane takes us on a beautifully illustrated journey along the ancient routes that helped shape our history, from Roman roads and Hadrians Wall to mountain tracks, long-distance trails and the paths of the River Severn.

In a talk created especially forthe Festival, he reveals a millennium of stories hidden beneath our feet.' Absorbing and exhilaratingthis book will literally expand your horizons Michael Palin.