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Martin Hesp

Martin Hesp: Food and Travel Writer & Journalist
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Voyage to Vitznau
Jul 18

Jul 18 Voyage to Vitznau

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Travel, Switzerland

Martin Hesp recalls a winter voyage in Switzerland

Remembering Peter Hesp
Jul 17

Jul 17 Remembering Peter Hesp

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Media
Recollection of Randolph Priddy
Jul 16

Jul 16 Recollection of Randolph Priddy

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Media

Martin Hesp recalls his old friend Prid, another newspaper photographer and a one-off if ever there was one

Mackerel Fishing in Devon
Jul 15

Jul 15 Mackerel Fishing in Devon

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Travel, Food, Devon Cornwall & Somerset

Martin Hesp goes mackerely fishing with his friend and colleague Richard Austin and a fisherman called Harry May at Lyme Regis

20 Years of Working with Press Photographer Richard Austin
Jul 14

Jul 14 20 Years of Working with Press Photographer Richard Austin

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Media

And his writing was so dull even the cat went to sleep at his feet during funerals… My latest Exmoor Lockdown Diary

The Quantock Hills: Broomsquire Country
Jul 13

Jul 13 The Quantock Hills: Broomsquire Country

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Walks, Books, Devon Cornwall & Somerset

A walk to the top of The Quantock Hills and Broomsquire Country….

Trip Along the Saigon River
Jul 12

Jul 12 Trip Along the Saigon River

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Travel

A trip down the Saigon River to the Mekong Delta

Visit To Roger Wilkins Cider
Jul 11

Jul 11 Visit To Roger Wilkins Cider

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Drink, Devon Cornwall & Somerset

We return to Roger Wilkins’ Somerset cider farm

Calling All Wilkins Cider Farm
Jul 10

Jul 10 Calling All Wilkins Cider Farm

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Cider, Devon Cornwall & Somerset

A video of Roger Wilkins, of Wilkins Cider, shot 30 years ago is today’s Exmoor Lockdown Diary

Spinalonga
Jul 8

Jul 8 Spinalonga

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Travel

Martin Hesp takes a quick turn around Spingalonga, an island just off the coast of Crete

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Martin Hesp: Award-Winning Food and Travel Writer

© 2026 Martin Hesp. All rights reserved. Original journalism and photography based on real-world experience. No AI-generated content.

Welcome to the digital home of my culinary and travel explorations. As a journalist and author with over 20 years of experience—including my extensive work with the Western Morning News and Western Daily Press and my "Hesp Out West" series—I have dedicated my career to uncovering the stories that make a place truly special. From the rugged coastlines of Devon, Cornwall, and Somerset to the hidden culinary gems of the Caribbean and Europe, this site is a collection of my journeys and a guide for fellow travellers.

On these pages, you will find travel tales, detailed hotel reviews, and local food guides. I am particularly passionate about the heritage of the South West of England, covering everything from the best walks in the West Country to the rise of artisanal food producers in our region. As a member of the British Guild of Travel Writers, I strive to provide high-quality, independent journalism that offers a deep sense of place through long-form storytelling and photography.

Whether you are seeking inspiration for a weekend hotel stay in Switzerland, a challenging hike through a National Trust estate, or a deep dive into local beer and drink culture, my goal is to provide insights you won't find in a standard brochure. Thank you for joining me on this adventure through the world of food and travel.

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