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Welcome to my food and travel website

Martin Hesp

Martin Hesp: Food and Travel Writer & Journalist
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A Grand Devon Escape - Boringdon Hall Hotel
Nov 2

Nov 2 A Grand Devon Escape - Boringdon Hall Hotel

Martin Hesp
Travel, Hotels, Devon Cornwall & Somerset
Discover The Royal George, Tintern — A Luxurious Stay in the Heart of the Wye Valley
Oct 31

Oct 31 Discover The Royal George, Tintern — A Luxurious Stay in the Heart of the Wye Valley

Martin Hesp
Travel, Hotels
Porlock Weir and Porlock Marsh: Where Exmoor Meets the Sea
Oct 22

Oct 22 Porlock Weir and Porlock Marsh: Where Exmoor Meets the Sea

Martin Hesp
Devon Cornwall & Somerset, Travel
Lost in Ortigia: A Brief Encounter with Syracuse’s UNESCO Charm
Oct 21

Oct 21 Lost in Ortigia: A Brief Encounter with Syracuse’s UNESCO Charm

Martin Hesp
Travel
Devon Walk: 3.5-Mile Circular Walk Around Tuckenhay
Oct 19

Oct 19 Devon Walk: 3.5-Mile Circular Walk Around Tuckenhay

Martin Hesp
Devon Cornwall & Somerset, Walks
Apple Glut? Delicious Ways to Preserve Your Bumper Harvest
Oct 19

Oct 19 Apple Glut? Delicious Ways to Preserve Your Bumper Harvest

Martin Hesp
Food
The Pursuit of Britain's Best Soft Drinks - Luscombe Drinks at 50
Oct 19

Oct 19 The Pursuit of Britain's Best Soft Drinks - Luscombe Drinks at 50

Martin Hesp
Devon Cornwall & Somerset, Drink
The Maltsters Arms, Tuckenhay: Life After Journalism on the Banks of the River Dart
Oct 12

Oct 12 The Maltsters Arms, Tuckenhay: Life After Journalism on the Banks of the River Dart

Martin Hesp
Devon Cornwall & Somerset, Travel, Hotels
Exploring Tunisia: A Journey Through the Medinas, Markets and Spas of North Africa
Oct 10

Oct 10 Exploring Tunisia: A Journey Through the Medinas, Markets and Spas of North Africa

Martin Hesp
Travel
Martin Hesp Shortlisted for British Guild of Travel Writers Awards 2025
Oct 9

Oct 9 Martin Hesp Shortlisted for British Guild of Travel Writers Awards 2025

Martin Hesp
Travel, Media
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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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