This e-book comprises two parts:
In generaltakes a holistic view of matters pertaining to the Great North Road, |
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In particularis more of an itinerary, looking closely at places along the route. |
IntroductionQueen Eleanor's CrossesGeologyThe geology, landscape and scenery, the natural environment.
Nature ReservesAn index of nature reserves near the Great North Road Ancient water sources within easy reach of the Road Road WritersWriters and describers of the road. |
Road makersThe road builders and maintainers, their motivations and methods. Pre-RomanWelton-le-WoldRoman RoadsPre-TarmacBlack Stuff21st Century
Map makersThe mapmakers. John OgilbyThe LawActs of ParliamentThe PostBibliography
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We journey along The Great North Road, taking time to stop awhile in each county along the way.
London.Hertfordshire.BedfordshireCambridgeshire.Rutland.Lincolnshire.Roman Roads in Lincolnshire map Nottinghamshire.
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Yorkshire.Durham.Northumberland.Borders.Lothian.
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B & B Lincolnshire B&B
©Biff Vernon 2001, 2002, 2003