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Martin Hesp

Martin Hesp: Food and Travel Writer & Journalist
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Lundy Island
Aug 6

Aug 6 Lundy Island

Martin Hesp
Walks, Travel, Devon Cornwall & Somerset

With the news that Lundy is in trouble because of a huge reduction in visitor numbers, Martin Hesp recalls his first ever walk right around the island

Amalfi and Sorrento - Part 2
Aug 5

Aug 5 Amalfi and Sorrento - Part 2

Martin Hesp
Travel, Europe

The second half of Martin'm Hesp\s tour of the Amalfi coast

Amalfi and Sorrento - Part 1
Aug 4

Aug 4 Amalfi and Sorrento - Part 1

Martin Hesp
Travel

Martin Hesp takes the first of a two-part look at the amazing Amalfi coast and Sorrento

Forest Walks in the South West - Part 3
Aug 1

Aug 1 Forest Walks in the South West - Part 3

Martin Hesp
Walks, Travel, Devon Cornwall & Somerset

More forest walks in the South West. Martin Hesp guides us around five more woodland walks dotted around England’s West Country - Devon, Cornwall, Somerset and Dorset

Forest Walks in the South West - Part 2
Jul 31

Jul 31 Forest Walks in the South West - Part 2

Martin Hesp
Walks, Travel, Devon Cornwall & Somerset

In the second part in his series about forest or woodland walks Martin Hesp explores the cooler more sylvan parts of Devon, Somerset and Cornwall

Forest Walks in the South West
Jul 30

Jul 30 Forest Walks in the South West

Martin Hesp
Walks, Travel, Devon Cornwall & Somerset

Cooling forest walks..,. That’s what you need on a hot day - here Martin Hesp begins a short series in which he names some of the best forest walks in South West UK

Celebrated Cornwall: Delights of the Camel Trail
Jul 29

Jul 29 Celebrated Cornwall: Delights of the Camel Trail

Martin Hesp
Travel, Walks, Devon Cornwall & Somerset

Martin Hesp cycles down the Camel Trail in Cornwall

Grenada
Jul 27

Jul 27 Grenada

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Travel, Hotels, Food, Caribbean

Grenada is one of the most beautiful islands in the Caribbean - Martin Hesp recalls a trip there

Exmoor Walks: My First TV Walk
Jul 26

Jul 26 Exmoor Walks: My First TV Walk

Martin Hesp
Walks, Devon Cornwall & Somerset

Martin Hesp’s very first TV walk - across the roof of Exmoor past Lark’s Barrow to Malmsmead

The Matterhorn
Jul 24

Jul 24 The Matterhorn

Martin Hesp
Travel, Switzerland

Martin Hesp spends time in Zermatt exploring the area around the famous Matterhorn

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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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