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There's something satisfying about trudging up to a pub after a good long walk and settling down to rest those
aching feet with a pint in your hand. The pub walks series (each book imaginatively titled 'Pub Walks in
Wiltshire' etc.), published by Countryside Books and retailing about the £5 mark, combine a series of circular
walks with a recommended place to hang up the rucksack. Walks are generally designed to be acceptable to all
but the pedically challenged, typically ranging from three to six miles. Directions to the pub are clear and
accompanied by OS map details, plus a sketch map of the walk. Pubs are assessed on appearance, food and
beer, and are generally selected to be attractive. Standards a probably a trifle lower than in the dedicated guides,
as the pubs have to be in the right place, but the pub walk books include some interesting inns that don't make it
into the competition. On the walk points of interest are described, and anyone who fancies the combination of a
spot of exercise with a good pint should check out the local guide.