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06/08/2026

Lavender Fields 💜

01/08/2026

Coffee and dessert by the canal at a pub that has stood here for nearly 500 years.

28/07/2026

Beautiful lavender in the English countryside.

Renowned for its soothing fragrance and vibrant purple blooms, lavender (Lavandula) is one of the world’s most beloved aromatic herbs.

This resilient evergreen shrub has been cherished for thousands of years - from ancient Egyptians who used it in mummification to Romans who infused their baths with its refreshing oil.

Beyond its visual beauty in gardens, lavender is famous for its calming properties. Its essential oil is widely used in aromatherapy to reduce stress, ease anxiety, and promote restful sleep. In culinary arts, subtle touches of lavender add a unique floral and earthy flavor to teas, honey, pastries, and savory Mediterranean dishes. Whether swaying in a summer breeze or soothing a tired mind, lavender remains a timeless symbol of tranquility and grace.

24/07/2026

Chesil Beach (also known as Chesil Bank) is one of the most striking natural features in the UK. Located on the Dorset coast this vast, sweeping barrier beach stretches for roughly 18 miles (29 km) from West Bay to the Isle of Portland, forming part of the UNESCO-designated Jurassic Coast.

The Unique Pebbles: The beach is composed of an estimated 180 billion shingle pebbles. A fascinating feature is how natural wave action has naturally graded the stones by size: they are tiny, pea-sized gravel at the western end near West Bay, gradually increasing to fist- or potato-sized cobbles near Portland. Local legend says smugglers landing in the dark could tell exactly where they were along the coast just by picking up a handful of shingle!

23/07/2026

Clovelly Harbour is a historic 14th-century quay nestled at the base of a steep, 400-foot wooded cliff in North Devon. Famous for its traffic-free, cobbled streets where goods are transported by sledges and donkeys, the harbour provides a picturesque glimpse into traditional maritime history.

History & Heritage: Originally constructed in the 14th century, the stone breakwater was completed in the late 16th century by George Cary. Long renowned for its herring and mackerel fishing, the privately owned village has deep artistic and literary ties, inspiring famous works by authors like Charles Kingsley and Charles Dickens as well as painter J.M.W. Turner.

12/07/2026

Today’s two mile walk across Dunstable Downs. The have done an excellent job in laying new gravel footpaths which now encompass a larger area for all levels of mobility to enjoy this stunning location.

Dunstable Downs is a stunning stretch of chalk grassland located in Bedfordshire, England, forming part of the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).

Rising to a peak of 243 meters (797 feet), it stands as the highest point in the county, offering sweeping, panoramic views across the rolling English countryside and the town of Dunstable below.

Managed largely by the National Trust, the Downs are a favourite destination for both nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The area’s unique topography and strong hill breezes make it incredibly popular for:
Aviation & Kites: It is a premier hotspot for kite flying, paragliding, and hang gliding. It also sits right next to the London Gliding Club.
Wildlife: The chalk grasslands are home to rare wildflowers, including several species of wild orchids, and vibrant butterfly populations.
History: The landscape is dotted with ancient history, including Bronze Age burial mounds known as the Five Knolls.

At the heart of the site is the Chilterns Gateway Centre, which features a café, shop, and information center, making it an accessible and spectacular spot for a scenic walk.

09/07/2026

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07/07/2026

Two new colourful murals in all their full glory in Newquay.

Lauren Morsley from Scotland has painted the first shown here. Artwork on the side of the side of the former Sunset Surf at the bottom of Tower Road to showcase the town’s vibrancy.

Lauren said: “I created this mural to reflect the vibrancy of Newquay and its community. By weaving together nods to its rich history, thriving water sports scene, and lively nightlife, it offers a snapshot of coastal life here in Cornwall.”

The Illustrator, muralist and printmaker specialises in bold and colourful designs which create other worlds for people to explore often drawing inspiration from intriguing stories and the vast nature that she grew up surrounded by. Her illustrations celebrate curiosity, community, and the magic found in everyday life.

The mural is the ninth artwork in the Newquay Mural Trail, which aims to encourage visitors and residents alike to explore town’s streets, discover hidden corners, and enjoy art in everyday spaces. The MUQY project has once again been led by curator Jack Tierney from Slapdash Studios. The artwork has been commissioned by Newquay BID with TRIP funding.

The second stunning mural here was inspired by Newquay’s historic fishing industry is wowing locals and visitors alike in the Cornish town.

Even more impressive, the artist behind it is just 20 years old.

The painting, covering the entire end of wall of a house in Fore Street, is in the style of the ‘old masters’ and features a fisherman tying nets by candlelight.

It was inspired by photographs from Newquay Museum and Archive, and is the second of a number of murals forming part of MUQY, by Slapdash Studio. It has been commissioned by Experience Newquay and in collaboration with Newquay BID - a project from Cornwall Council, aiming to revitalise the town’s high street.

The artist behind the work is Elle Koziupa, who specialises in ‘photo-realism’.

Despite her age, Elle already has an impressive portfolio, working on large-scale mural projects nationally.

04/07/2026

Port Isaac cottages
The architecture here was dictated entirely by history and geography. Because space in the steep ravine leading down to the harbor was limited, builders packed the cottages together tightly to protect them from the harsh Atlantic winds.
Local Materials: Most historic cottages are built using local Cornish slate and granite. Many are finished with traditional whitewash, which was originally used to protect the porous stone from salt spray and moisture.

The “Delabole” Slate Roofs: Look closely at the roofs, and you’ll see thick, weathered slates. These usually came from the nearby Delabole quarry, which has been operating for over 800 years. Over time, the salty sea air gives them a distinct silvery-grey patina, often covered in yellow lichen.

Squeeze-Belly Alley: The layout of these cottages created some incredibly tight spaces. The most famous is “Squeeze-Belly Alley,” a notoriously narrow footpath running between cottage walls that requires most pedestrians to walk sideways.

The “Doc Martin” Connection.
If Port Isaac looks familiar, it’s likely because it served as the fictional village of Portwenn in the hit TV series Doc Martin.

Many of the village’s cottages became central characters in the show. The most famous is Fern Cottage, a stone house perched high on the cliffside overlooking the harbor, which served as Doc Martin’s surgery. Today, it’s one of the most photographed holiday lets in the UK

02/07/2026

If you’ve ever seen a picture of a quintessential Cornish fishing village, there is a very high chance you were looking at Port Isaac.

With its whitewashed 18th-century cottages cascading down steep hillsides into a sheltered, turquoise harbor, it looks like a film set. In fact, for a lot of its history, it literally has been.

To millions of television viewers around the world, Port Isaac is better known as Portwenn, the fictional, quirky home of ITV’s hit comedy-drama Doc Martin. For nearly twenty years, the village hummed with film crews, and fans still flock there to see “Fern Cottage” (the Doctor’s surgery) overlooking the bay.

Before that, it stood in for Porthgwarra in the 1970s adaptation of Poldark.

A Note on the Name: Despite looking entirely English, the name actually comes from the Cornish Porth Isek, which translates to “Corn Port” - a nod to its medieval trade history exporting slate, fish, and timber rather than any connection to a person named Isaac.

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