This text takes the reader round some of the best areas for antiques and collectables in Britain. Thre are a diverse range of stops on the 25 routes covered, from Rennie Mackintosh´s Glasgow to the potteries of Staffordshire. Bibliophiles can find relief in Hay-on-Wye, while antique lovers can enjoy the villages of the Cotswolds or the thrill of Newark Antiques market. The jewels of London´s antique trade are also revealed, from the imposing Mayfair dealers to the outdoor traders of Portobello Road. Over 200 villages, towns and cities are visited, with shops listed by speciality. In all, nearly 2500 dealers, auction houses, antiques centres and fairs are covered. Museums, galleries and historical sites are also included, as well as route maps, Internet resources, tourist information and road directions.