The fascinating walking terrain around Manchester's waterways is explored by 30 scenic walks. They vary from short strolls to more lengthy excursions with distances given. These routes are particularly suited to people living in urban areas who would like to find quickly and easily a tranquil, scenic spot to walk. Each walk is easily accessible and there is information on public transport. The walks are illustrated by detailed maps specially designed to be easy to follow and there are simple step-by-step route instructions. Each walk is contained within one page or two facing pages, making it unnecessary to turn pages while walking. Along the route, features of note such as the rich canal plantlife and wildlife and Canal Heritage Centres are drawn to the reader's attention and explained as well as interesting viewpoints and objects connected with local history or legend. There is information on country walking, safety and useful addresses. A full-colour front-cover portrays an attractive scene in the area. The exact area covered is indicated on the back cover, and in more detail, inside on the Key Map, which shows the distribution of the walks.