This volume guides you through the details of planning and building a wide range of footpaths. It starts with the essentials of designing a path that best suits your site and choosing the building material that best meets your needs, such as: pine needles; bark mulch; straw; crushed shells; grass; decorative pebbles; gravel; flagstones; slate; crazy paving; cut quarry stone; brick; or concrete. How-to instructions cover all the basics step-by-step, including essential tools and supplies. The history and patterns of paths and walkways from centuries gone by aims to add a touch of heritage to your back garden.