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Martin Hesp

Martin Hesp: Food and Travel Writer & Journalist
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How The Porlock Pie Was Born
Jan 5

Jan 5 How The Porlock Pie Was Born

Martin Hesp
Food, Devon Cornwall & Somerset

The genesis of the amazing Porlock Pie - made with local Porlock Oysters

Devon Walks - Hope Cove-Bolberry Down
Jan 5

Jan 5 Devon Walks - Hope Cove-Bolberry Down

Martin Hesp
Walks, Travel, Devon Cornwall & Somerset

In the final part of our Six Devon Walks series, Martin Hesp completes the delightful circular hike from Hope Cove to Bolberry Down and back again via an inland route

Devon Walks - Woodbury Common
Jan 5

Jan 5 Devon Walks - Woodbury Common

Martin Hesp
Walks, Travel, Devon Cornwall & Somerset

In the fourth part of our six part series of Devon Walks, Martin Hesp explores Woodbury Common and the East Devon Pebblebeds

Devon Walks - Tavistock Canal
Jan 5

Jan 5 Devon Walks - Tavistock Canal

Martin Hesp
Walks, Travel, Devon Cornwall & Somerset

Continuing our six-part series of Devon Walks, Martin Hesp explores the historic Tavistock Canal, just west of Dartmoor in Devon

Devon Walks - Brixham to Berry Head
Jan 5

Jan 5 Devon Walks - Brixham to Berry Head

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

In the second of our six-part Devon Walks series, Martin Hesp explores Brixham and strolls out to Berry Head

Devon Walks - The Ice Works
Jan 5

Jan 5 Devon Walks - The Ice Works

Martin Hesp
Walks, Travel, Devon Cornwall & Somerset

in the first of half-a-dozen Devon Walks Martin Hesp climbs to the old Ice Station at Sourton Tor

Devon Walks - Braunton Burrows
Jan 5

Jan 5 Devon Walks - Braunton Burrows

Martin Hesp
Walks, Travel, Devon Cornwall & Somerset

In Part Five of our Six Devon Walks, Martin Hesp explores Braunton Burrows

Somerset Walks - Holford to Crowcombe - Quantock Hills
Jan 2

Jan 2 Somerset Walks - Holford to Crowcombe - Quantock Hills

Martin Hesp
Walks, Travel, Devon Cornwall & Somerset

In the sixth hike of our Six Somerset Walks series we cross the Quantock Hills from picturesque Holford to comely Crowcombe

Somerset Walks - Larkbarrow and Alderman's Barrow
Jan 2

Jan 2 Somerset Walks - Larkbarrow and Alderman's Barrow

Martin Hesp
Walks, Travel, Devon Cornwall & Somerset

In part five of our Six Somerset Walks, we go to the roof of Exmoor to take a stroll oput across the moors to Larkbarrow - one of the loneliest places in the South West

Somerset Walks - Selworthy Circular
Jan 2

Jan 2 Somerset Walks - Selworthy Circular

Martin Hesp
Walks, Travel, Devon Cornwall & Somerset

In part four of our Six Somerset Walks, Martin Hesp revisits Selworthy - the picture-perfect village on the south facing slopes of the big coast hill which links Minehead with Porlock Vale

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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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