Description

Weathered Edges is an inspiring and beautifully illustrated journey around the coastlines of the British Isles, created to mark the centenary of the BBC’s iconic Shipping Forecast. Combining stunning full-colour photography, detailed maps and engaging travel writing, Nikki Freeman invites readers to discover some of the most dramatic and remote coastal landscapes in Britain and Ireland.

Nikki embarked on this project after personal loss, focusing on planning, travel, walking and taking photos. Travelling mostly alone, she set herself the ambitious challenge of visiting all 26 locations named in the Inshore Waters Forecast during 2025 navigating weather conditions, ferry schedules and personal challenges.

Organised by region, each chapter explores a series of “Edges” — memorable coastal walks brought vividly to life through personal reflections, practical guidance and atmospheric descriptions of the landscapes, wildlife and historic places encountered en route. Readers will find route details, maps, start points, estimated walking times and difficulty levels, alongside the weather conditions experienced on each journey.

Part travel memoir, part walking companion and part celebration of Britain’s maritime spirit, Weathered Edges also offers a fascinating insight into the preparation behind such an undertaking, from route planning and safety considerations to life on the road in a self-converted micro-camper and nights spent backpacking with a one man tent.

Perfect for walkers, travellers, lovers of the coast and anyone captivated by the Shipping Forecast, Weathered Edges is a moving and adventurous exploration of the wild edges of the British Isles.