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Welcome to my food and travel website

Martin Hesp

Martin Hesp: Food and Travel Writer & Journalist
Discover Travel Tales and Culinary Delights from Around the World
The Vanishing Fisher-Farmer Life of the Isles of Scilly
Mar 24

Mar 24 The Vanishing Fisher-Farmer Life of the Isles of Scilly

Martin Hesp
Travel, Food
What Denmark Can Teach Us About Sustainable Food
Mar 23

Mar 23 What Denmark Can Teach Us About Sustainable Food

Martin Hesp
Food, Travel
The Campaign for Real Experiences (CARE) Takes Me To Italian Food
Mar 13

Mar 13 The Campaign for Real Experiences (CARE) Takes Me To Italian Food

Martin Hesp
Food, Travel
Cornish Walks: Zennor and West Cornwall, Staying at Treloyhan Manor
Mar 4

Mar 4 Cornish Walks: Zennor and West Cornwall, Staying at Treloyhan Manor

Martin Hesp
Travel, Walks, Devon Cornwall & Somerset
Cornish Walks: Trevalga
Feb 26

Feb 26 Cornish Walks: Trevalga

Martin Hesp
Devon Cornwall & Somerset, Walks, Travel
Exploring Dawson City in the Heart of Winter
Feb 24

Feb 24 Exploring Dawson City in the Heart of Winter

Martin Hesp
Travel
Majestic Lake District: Winter Journey and Stay at Rothay Manor
Feb 23

Feb 23 Majestic Lake District: Winter Journey and Stay at Rothay Manor

Martin Hesp
Travel, Hotels
True Tale of an Atlantic Ghost Ship
Feb 20

Feb 20 True Tale of an Atlantic Ghost Ship

Martin Hesp
Travel, Secret Cornwall
Exploring the South-West Lake District: The Ultimate Scenic Drive
Feb 18

Feb 18 Exploring the South-West Lake District: The Ultimate Scenic Drive

Martin Hesp
Travel
Exploring The Lake District: A Winter Escape to The Samling
Feb 17

Feb 17 Exploring The Lake District: A Winter Escape to The Samling

Martin Hesp
Travel, Hotels
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Martin Hesp: Award-Winning Food and Travel Writer

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 a curated selection of 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 post-Christmas 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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