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Martin Hesp

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Somerset Walks - Langport-Muchelney Circular
Jan 2

Jan 2 Somerset Walks - Langport-Muchelney Circular

Martin Hesp
Walks, Travel, Cider, Devon Cornwall & Somerset

In the third of our Six Somerset Walks, Martin Hesp enjoys the wonderful circular route that takes hikers from Langport to Muchelney and back

Somerset Walks - Brean Down
Jan 2

Jan 2 Somerset Walks - Brean Down

Martin Hesp
Walks, Travel, Devon Cornwall & Somerset

In the second of our Six Somerset Walks, Martin Hesp stolls out to the end of dramatic Brean Down, which he says marks the beginning of the West Country proper…

Somerset Walks - Aller and The Rhines
Jan 2

Jan 2 Somerset Walks - Aller and The Rhines

Martin Hesp
Walks, Travel, Devon Cornwall & Somerset

Starting a new series, Martin Hesp follows Six Somerset Walks - the hikes are dotted around the county - and if the prove popular we’ll put more up on the website

Basking in Barbados - Cobbler's Cove
Jan 1

Jan 1 Basking in Barbados - Cobbler's Cove

Martin Hesp
Travel, Caribbean

Cobbler’s Cove is one of the most charming hotels in all of the Caribbean - Martin Hesp recalls the time he spent in Barbados exploring the island from the wonderful Cobbler’s Cove

Winter BBQ Halfway Up An Alp
Jan 1

Jan 1 Winter BBQ Halfway Up An Alp

Martin Hesp
Travel, Food

Having a barbecue halfway up a Swiss mountain in winter might not sound like much fun - but it can be fantastic experience if you happen to have a snug and cosy BBQ-hut to cook in

Low Tide Pop Up - Dining with a Difference in the Isles of Scilly
Dec 30

Dec 30 Low Tide Pop Up - Dining with a Difference in the Isles of Scilly

Martin Hesp
Travel, Food, Devon Cornwall & Somerset

Of all the meals in all the world… Martin Hesp remembers the first ever Low Tide Pop-Up Even between Tresco and Bryher on the Isles of Scilly

Unravelling the Unspunnen
Dec 29

Dec 29 Unravelling the Unspunnen

Martin Hesp
Travel, Switzerland

Martin Hesp recalls visiting the amazing Unspunnen Festival in Central Switzerland - it was in 2017 - and there’s another nine years to wait for the next…

Picnic in Provence
Dec 28

Dec 28 Picnic in Provence

Martin Hesp
Travel, Europe

Martin Hesp recalls one of the most pleasant picnics he’s ever had - this one was in Provence, in the old quarry where they used to dig the sand for the Perrier bottles…

Somerset Walk - Dunkery
Dec 24

Dec 24 Somerset Walk - Dunkery

Martin Hesp
Walks, Devon Cornwall & Somerset

Martin Hesp takes a winter walk on Dunkery - on Christmas Eve 2020 as it happens - because there was nothing else much to do

Christmas Ghost Story
Dec 24

Dec 24 Christmas Ghost Story

Martin Hesp
Media

Martin Hesp tells a Christmas Ghost Story from Somerset

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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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