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Martin Hesp

Martin Hesp: Food and Travel Writer & Journalist
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Cornish Walks - Tregardock, North Cornwall
Dec 6

Dec 6 Cornish Walks - Tregardock, North Cornwall

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Walks, Travel, Devon Cornwall & Somerset

Winter coastal walking in Cornwall - Martin Hesp visits Tregardock on the north coast

Winter Salads
Dec 5

Dec 5 Winter Salads

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Food, Food & Drink

Winter salads are a must at this time of the year - Martin Hesp enjoys making healthy raw food in winter

Rural France - Cantal - Part 3
Dec 5

Dec 5 Rural France - Cantal - Part 3

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Travel, Europe
Railroad to Andermatt
Dec 5

Dec 5 Railroad to Andermatt

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Travel

The railroad up to Andermatt - Martin Hesp begins the first in a short series of recollections of visiting the high Alpine town

The Time I Went in Search of the White Rajahs of Sarawak
Dec 3

Dec 3 The Time I Went in Search of the White Rajahs of Sarawak

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Some years ago I found my self in Sarawak asking “how did I get here?”

Rural France - Cantal - Part 2
Dec 2

Dec 2 Rural France - Cantal - Part 2

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Travel, Europe

Martin Hesp continues his memoirs of travelling around rural France - extending his journeyings in the Cantal region

Rural France - Cantal - Part 1
Nov 29

Nov 29 Rural France - Cantal - Part 1

Martin Hesp
Travel, Europe

Rural France offers so much - driving through its endless rural byways is one thing I am missing during these days of lockdown. Here I recall a trip to the fabulous Cantal region…

Devon Walks - Bucks Mills
Nov 28

Nov 28 Devon Walks - Bucks Mills

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Walks, Travel, Devon Cornwall & Somerset

Another walk in the winter weather - this tim eon the North Devon coast where Martin Hesp explores the area around Buck’s Mills

Cornish Walks - Black Head on the Lizard
Nov 22

Nov 22 Cornish Walks - Black Head on the Lizard

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Walks, Secret Cornwall, Devon Cornwall & Somerset

Martin Hesp visits a little known but highly scenic corner of The Lizard to embark upon a memorable hike to a wild head-land

Devon Walks - Hartland Quay
Nov 21

Nov 21 Devon Walks - Hartland Quay

Martin Hesp
Walks, Devon Cornwall & Somerset

A perfect winter walk - at Hartland Point, out on the North Devon Coast where the Atlantic meets the Severn Sea

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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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