Books

Roz Purcell has been hiking the length and breadth of Ireland for years with her enthusiastic community The Hike Life, exploring the best of what the island has to offer. This book brings to life the beauty and majesty of
hiking in Ireland along with practical advice, easy-to-follow route descriptions and a wealth of tips. In it you'll find:

- the ultimate fifty hikes to do on the island of Ireland, from rugged mountains to forest trails and cliff walks;
- the complete guide to everything you need for a safe and enjoyable hike;
- dozens of recommendations for pitstops and photo opportunities along the way to turn your hike into a full-day adventure;
- and breathtaking photography to inspire you to get out there and start hiking.

Clear, detailed road atlas of Ireland in a handy A4 spiral-bound format.

This comprehensive, general purpose road atlas is ideal for both business and pleasure.

Highlights include:

Clear mapping at a scale of 3.2 miles to 1 inch, which is useful for navigation
An additional 9 miles to 1 inch route planning map
Places of interest section with information and photographs
A range of fully indexed town and city centre maps, including: Bangor, Belfast, Cork, Dublin, Limerick, Lisburn, Londonderry (Derry) and Newtownabbey

This updated edition boasts road mapping packed with detail. There is a colour classified road network that also shows toll roads. Blue Flag and Green Coast beaches are shown along with tourist information centres and a wide range of tourist attractions. There is also comprehensive information for visitors to Belfast, Cork, Dublin and Limerick.

The perfect companion for anyone visiting Ireland.

Discover the fascinating world of Ireland’s diverse and astonishing collection of native wildflowers. This new edition reflects the many changes to our botanical knowledge since The Wildflowers of Ireland was first published in 2014. There’s updated information on the distribution of native wildflowers, along with more than 90 additional species, all beautifully photographed by the author.

For ease of identification, the species are divided into colour categories and within each category the species are grouped by, for example, the number of petals in the flower or whether the species carries its flowers in a cluster or a spike.

In easily understood terminology, focus is put on the main identifying features of each plant, by colour, size, shape of flower, leaf, habitat, flowering season, and where in Ireland it might be found.

This is a must for enthusiasts of all ages and levels of experience.

Written in association with BirdWatch Ireland, Ireland’s leading bird-conservation organisation, here Jim Wilson and Mark Carmody provide the definitive identification guide for birds in Ireland. You will discover everything you need to know to become a confident birdwatcher, whether you are looking at the most common species or in the presence of something more unusual.

Containing details of more than 260 species and over 1,600 photos, the key identification features of each bird are shown in detail not seen before in an identification guide to Ireland’s birds, with concise descriptions and pointers that will help you identify birds in an easy, quick-reference format. This beautiful new pocket-sized edition includes up-to-date distribution maps for all common species and an updated list of birds of conservation concern in Ireland.

The Great Lighthouses of Ireland is a collection of striking images and fascinating stories about the lighthouses around Ireland’s coast and the extraordinary men and women who lived and worked in them.

The book, published to accompany the TV series of the same name, has an encyclopaedic range of subjects, including history, biography, engineering and science, art, wildlife and social history. Stories include the raid on the Fastnet by the IRA, Ireland’s nuclear-powered lighthouse and the heroic rescue of the Daunt Rock lightship.

With more than 300 stunning images and archive documents, this beautiful book brings to life the romance and history of the lighthouses that inspire such fascination.

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Ireland.

Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from tapping your toes to trad music in Dublin's world-famous Temple Bar to hiking the trails that traverse the spine of the Wicklow Mountains, and taking a surf lesson on Tramore Beach.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Ireland Travel Guide:

Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
Create your perfect trip!
Get fresh takes on must-visit sights and explore haunting Glendalough, see the dramatic beauty of the Skelligs, visit the Rock of Cashel 
Special features on Irish trad music, Cork dining guide, Mourne Mountain cycling tour
Expert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more
Essential information on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; 
Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of Dublin

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Ireland.

Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Ireland reveals 34 incredible escapes - with maps - so you can experience the freedom of the open road.

Get ready for a road trip like no other and discover unforgettable drives across Ireland that range from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures, from feasting on gastronomic delights along the Wild Atlantic Way, to finding dreamlike views around the Ring of Kerry, and scuba diving and surfing in the Dingle Peninsula.

Inside Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Ireland:

Discover 34 open road escapes that range from 2 days to 2 weeks
Each route featured includes easy-to-use maps, detailed directions and tips about when to go, duration, distance, and how to link your trip to other drives
Find the top stops and experiences as well as fun photo opportunities along the way
'Our Picks' section highlights the best: scenic drives, hidden treasures, good food, ancient monuments, adrenaline rushes
Local travel experts share why they love each trip 
Essential 'Toolkit' on arriving, hiring the right car for your trip, getting around, local driving laws, accommodation, health and safety, and more

Hit the road with Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Ireland and discover breathtaking drives that offer a precious window into this very special country.