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Where to Stay in Dartmouth: Inside the Newly Refurbished Royal Castle Hotel
Discover why Dartmouth remains one of Devon's most beautiful harbour towns as Martin Hesp stays at the newly refurbished Royal Castle Hotel and explores its history, restaurants and spectacular River Dart setting.
Martin Hesp
Dec 7, 20258 min read


Cycling the Exe Estuary Trail: Devon's Best Traffic-Free Cycle Ride
Looking for one of Devon's best cycling routes? The Exe Estuary Trail offers a largely traffic-free ride between Exeter and Exmouth, passing estuary wildlife, picturesque villages, cafés and spectacular riverside scenery.
Martin Hesp
Sep 2, 20259 min read


Speke's Mill Mouth: Discover One of North Devon's Best Hidden Beaches
Hidden beneath the towering cliffs near Hartland Quay, Speke's Mill Mouth is one of Devon's most spectacular secret beaches. Follow the South West Coast Path to discover a waterfall plunging onto a wild Atlantic shore.
Martin Hesp
Aug 11, 20256 min read


Lundy Island: Cooking, Wildlife and Adventure on Devon's Atlantic Isle
Lundy is far more than a remote island in the Bristol Channel. Join me for a memorable adventure combining freshly cooked seafood, dramatic Atlantic scenery, abundant wildlife and the unique atmosphere of one of Britain's most extraordinary island escapes.
Martin Hesp
Feb 22, 20209 min read
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