Indholdsfortegnelse for June 2024 i Coast

I think there is a danger in this country that we could all on occasion be charged with being rather blasé about the beauty and history of our amazing island. And if I was the chief prosecutor in such a case, I may well call upon the Jurassic Coast as my first piece of evidence. This 95-mile stretch of coastline is truly a natural phenomenon. Originally a desert many millions of years ago, it is now a truly breathtaking series of awe-inspiring cliffs, beautiful beaches, ever-changing seas and amazing coves. And that’s before we even get to the stunning rock structures along this stretch of the Devon and Dorset coast. Find yourself on any part of the Jurassic Coast and it is the rock formations which truly impress, whether it’s…

FIND OF THE MONTH Get creative on your patio with plant pots painted in Farrow & Ball’s colours of the coast, shown here are St Giles Blue, Drawing Room Blue, Green Blue, Lulworth Blue, Cook’s Blue and Stone Blue, with many more from the blue palette to choose from. (from £5.50 for a 100ml sample pot, farrow-ball.com) HIGHLAND FLING Near the shores of Loch Creran on the west coast of Scotland lies Highland Fold Garden & Barn Cafe, the HQ and tasting parlour for artisan ice cream brand Highland Fold. The milk for the delicious ice cream is produced by a small ‘fold’ or herd of Highland cattle farmed by Jane Isaacson. A few years ago, she realised Highland milk has a very high butterfat content making it taste rich…

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I went for a stroll on the beach recently. The beach, which isn’t far from my house, is in a semi-wild location, a little out of town. In the summer there is a tea room that serves jam-first cream teas to hikers. There are a few cottages and shacks in the valley but it is very much the end of the road. Looking out to sea, it’s easy to appreciate that this littoral landscape may not have changed for millions of years. Aside from the lost fishing gear and washed up bottles (thankfully not too many that day) the beach appears largely untouched by man. That’s why I love it. Last time I surfed there I was accompanied by a seal and a squadron of squawking, swirling seabirds. If I…

The Shannon Shipping Forecast region lies off the rugged west coast of Ireland and encompasses a varied coastline from cliffs that tower over the Atlantic to sheltered bays that harbour quaint villages and expansive estuaries that serve as gateways to the sea. Central to the region, and the namesake to this Shipping Forecast, is the Shannon estuary, Ireland’s largest river estuary that stretches from the Shannon’s mouth near Limerick City to the Atlantic Ocean. This natural marvel is not just a vital navigational channel but also an ecological treasure trove, supporting diverse habitats from mudflats and saltmarshes to deep waters, making it special not only for its maritime importance but also for its environmental significance. A testament to the Shannon’s importance is the Shannon lifeboat, launched a decade ago for…

DESIGNS ON OFFERING A FABULOUS STAY Anyone with even a passing interest in coastal interior design is likely to have heard of the brand Bert & Buoy, writes ANDY COOPER. And if you’re a massive fan of designer Bert Fowler’s distinctive seaside designs, then a new guesthouse which has opened in Devon ought to be on your ‘must visit’ list. Seaflowers is the brainchild of Suzy Greenwood, who this year has taken over her parents’ long-established B&B just outside Kingsbridge and given it an update with the help of Bert. Each of the bedrooms is now themed around one of his ‘nautical niceness’ characters, and he has created a beautiful bespoke artwork of Seaflowers and Frogmore for the central space in the property. The result is a bright and lively…

‘I love how Verity looms over the pier at the entrance to the harbour, which looks out over the Bristol Channel towards south Wales – I find her both powerful and moving’ Almost as synonymous with Ilfracombe’s historic harbour as the multi-coloured houses with fishing boats bobbing in the water in front of them, is Verity, Damien Hirst’s 20m-high, 25-tonne stainless steel and bronze sculpture. The statue depicts a pregnant woman, holding a sword while carrying the scales of justice and standing on a pile of law books. Half of the sculpture shows the internal anatomy of a pregnant woman, including foetus and, like lots of good art, divides opinion entirely. Personally, I love how Verity looms over the pier at the entrance to the harbour, which looks out over…

Fancy something closer to home? Check out our three alternative routes Llandudno, North Wales A stunning circuit around a limestone outcrop overlooking Llandudno with spectacular views to Ormes, Ynys Mon and Snowdonia. And if you can take your eyes off the vistas, look out for the wonderful shows of wild flowers including rock rose and spiked speedwell. tinyurl.com/jpt2bufw Cresswell Beach, Northumberland There’s something very special about Cresswell Beach, where families stroll on the wide sands and the remnants of ancient forests peek out of the peaty under-layer. After exploring the beach, you’ll head through Cresswell Pond Nature Reserve before looping back round. tinyurl.com/mvadrtd5 Great Cumbrae, Ayrshire Following the coast and passing over the island’s highest point, this route takes in all Great Cumbrae has to offer from fantastic opportunities to…

THE PERFECT PLACE TO PLAY WITH POOCH There was a moment during our stay at The Mole Resort when we all sat silently gazing out of the window at the fields and the sheep and Exmoor in the distance, writes CHRISSY HARRIS. The teenagers, the dog, my husband and me, just taking a few minutes to switch off and absorb the view. And then we went and hurled axes at a giant wooden target (while the dog watched from a safe distance). This is the stuff great family breaks are made of. Moments of reflection interspersed with Viking-like competition. We had a great time, although I’m not sure our dog, Penny the labrador (which sounds like a cool Viking name), enjoyed it quite as much. She didn’t know whether to…

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CAROL BURNS Carol is a trained journalist and magazine columnist focusing on interiors and the arts. Based in Cornwall, she also holds a BA and Master’s degree in Fine Art. Every month in Coast she writes her Interiors advice column. ALEXANDRA PRATT Alexandra is an author and journalist who has been writing travel and home features for over 25 years. Having lived by the sea for most of her life in both the UK and abroad, in this edition Alexandra visits one of Cornwall’s most impressive coastal homes. RACHAEL SHARPE Rachael moved to Falmouth for university and has been addicted to the coast ever since. A journalist with over 20 years’ experience, Rachael lives in Devon and enjoys beach walks with her dog, sea swimming and cycling the coastal path.…

1 THESE DRINKS Made a mile from the Solent, Highball alcohol-free cocktails are an alternative to some favourite sundowners – this gift box contains two types of G&T, a tangy lime mojito and an Italian spritz. (£11.99, highballcocktails.com) 2 THIS CLUTCH BAG When she was a student at Southampton Solent University, Bharati Manchanda used the marina for inspiration. Her ocean blue clutch is part of her ethical leather accessory range. (£160, embellishedtruth.com) 3 THIS DISH Potter Neil Tregear handmakes functional stoneware ceramics at his pottery on the Isle of Wight. We love the ultra-useful Slab Dishes available in 12 and 21cm sq sizes. (£18-£45, treagearpottery.co.uk) 4 THIS KEYRING Remind yourself of sunny days whatever the weather with a padded keyring by Caroline Gardner. It’s part of a range which is…

1 SALUTING LIFE SAVERS As the Royal National Lifeboat Institution marks 200 years since it was founded, renowned Cornwall-based artist Kurt Jackson has documented his work in an exhibition, RNLI Cornwall, at the National Maritime Museum in Falmouth. The exhibition features a selection of paintings he created inside Mousehole’s old Penlee Lifeboat Station. He was given special access to it, left as it was following the tragic 1981 disaster that resulted in the loss of 16 souls, including the entire crew of the Solomon Browne lifeboat. It’s a poignant tribute to the sacrifice made by the RNLI’s brave volunteer crews. The paintings vary in scale from postcard-sized pieces up to massive canvasses which capture the charity’s iconic blue and orange lifeboats nestled into Cornish harbours or breaking through mountainous waves,…

‘You’ve got this fab view outside but then you want to look back into the interior and match the same feeling’ CUTTING A RUG It often starts with a rug. “You can get such beautiful ones that can inspire the rest of the room,’ says interior designer Caroline Palk. “In a snug sitting room, the right pattern can look like the water coming in on a beach, highlighting the contours in the sand…” Sigh. How lovely to have the seaside at your feet with all the comforts of home. Making sure a room has the right patterns and textures is part of an intricate process for Caroline and her team at Ashton House Design in Devon. They have worked on some incredible coastal houses, from contemporary builds to period properties…

MAJOR MOTOR YACHT EVENT OPEN FOR BOOKINGS Registration is now open for the annual British Motor Yacht Show, set to grace Premier Marina’s Swanwick Marina in Hampshire from May 16-19. This year’s show promises an unparalleled display of award-winning motor yachts and boats. The show is curated and programmed by four esteemed names in the marine industry - Fairline, Premier Marinas, Princess and Sunseeker, who have meticulously crafted an exclusive boat show experience to help guide and inspire guests with serious aspirations of owning a luxury motor yacht. Featuring more than 70 boats from 50 of the world’s leading brands, exhibitors are handpicked to present a diverse yet high-end range of luxury motor yachts and vessels. Sponsored by CGI Finance, the UK’s premium marine finance experts, and Seven-star Yacht Transport,…

Something special is happening on the edge of the water in a beautiful corner of Devon. £75m worth of special, in fact. I am referring to Premier Marinas’ redevelopment of Noss on Dart marina, in a fabulous location just across the water from the iconic coastal town of Dartmouth. Noss on Dart was acquired by Premier Marinas in 2016 and comprises 37 acres of foreshore and woodland set on the east bank of the River Dart in the South Devon Area of Natural Beauty. The £75m regeneration project will create a unique place of interest and activity including first class marina facilities, shops, office space, marine services and a luxury hotel where the views promise to take the breath away. Already, having been given a guided tour of the development…

COASTAL MESSAGES IN A BOTTLE Coastal fragrances are to the fore with the latest launches from The Art of the Perfumer, a business whose artisan perfumes are handcrafted in Devon. The business has just launched two coastal fragrances, the inspiration for which came from long walks on the seashore just before high tide, breathing in the refreshing smell of the ocean. The first, Blue Tabu, is equally appealing to both men and women. With cool hints of the sea it is blended with rare yuzu oil from Japan, reminiscent of grapefruit and mandarin. The second, Caribbean Limes Cologne, was inspired by a visit to the Tall Ships Race in Falmouth. With an exhilarating fusion of rich heady spices and citrus oils, it leaves an intriguing impression of the coast. The…

WHAT’S THE BUZZ? Buzz is indeed the right word for THE NICI, this super cool five-star hotel just yards from the seafront. Over the two nights I visited it was a busy, bustling, vibrant spot which hummed to the sound of folks enjoying themselves. It could be the understated chatter and the whoosh of coffee machines over breakfast. It could be the liveliness of the superb lounge/bar area as plenty of people gathered for morning coffee. Or the clink of cutlery as hotel guests and visitors enjoyed a superb lunch. Or parties gathered for a special afternoon tea. Or later, a delightful dinner in the South Beach restaurant or creative cocktail in the funky bar. Whatever your needs, THE NICI and its attentive team take care of it. This is…

1 BOSHAM, WEST SUSSEX GUIDE PRICE £4,850,000 This superb property lies on the waterfront of beautiful Chichester Harbour with unrivalled views across the water to Bosham Village. Comprising Shore House and Shore Cottage on a generous plot, this is a unique opportunity to purchase a rarely available property. Shore House was built in the 1950s and extensively converted and modernised in 2011, and Shore Cottage was built in 1923. The house extends to approximately 3,690 sq ft and is connected to Shore Cottage, affording a total area of approximately 4,920 sq ft. The 2011 re-design of Shore House introduced smart technology, including underfloor heating, surround sound system, and wiring for electric blinds. The layout of Shore House, with generous, light-filled, interconnecting dining and living spaces throughout the ground floor, is…

All the children love feast nights at the Porthtowan Beach Cafe, which is a family favourite. We also appreciate their commitment to sustainability, which is a no-brainer, given the surroundings! There’s no plastic or polystyrene and even their takeaway boxes are made from seaweed. Our favourite walk as a family is along the coast path from Porthtowan to Chapel Porth. It’s five miles of the most incredible scenery. Our children’s love of surfing has really taken off and they enjoy Portreath Beach, as it’s safe and sandy. I like walking along the cliffs from Portreath to nearby Bassets Cove, which is filled with wildflowers in the spring months. Charles and I enjoy exploring the work of local artists and the galleries of nearby St Ives and Marazion are a great…

My best friend Paddy has been with me since he was five as a rescue and former racing trail hound. We love the beach at Dunwich, he loves the smell of the salt air - he hasn’t got his head round the fact the water’s salty - but he loves to dip his toes. Jon Pettifer, Northwood, Middlesex. This is Rufus the cavapoo on his first holiday to the beach. He loved Bamburgh beach but wouldn’t go in the sea! Yvonne Hoyle, South Yorkshire. This is our border collie Daisy enjoying her holiday in New Quay, Wales. She loves playing on the beach and watching the world go by at the harbour. Katy Kent, Leek, Staffordshire. This is Gus the Westie pictured at Boscastle, Cornwall. Alison House, Bude. Bentley, our…

When Cecilia Abert started Made in Here in 2018 it was an online business selling artisan gifts with a Hampshire coast theme. Last summer she went one step further and opened a shop, cafe and deli in Bedford Place, an iconic location in the centre of the city built during the Regency and Victorian eras. “I came up with the idea for a shop that celebrated locally made things when people kept asking where they could buy Southampton gifts,” she explains. Born in Senegal and brought up in the Middle East, she loves the seaside city that has been her home for 17 years. “There’s still a working tidal mill, one of only two in the country, which is one of my favourite spots to walk the dog,” she comments.…

TV adventurer Bear Grylls brings his Gone Wild festival to Holkham Hall in Norfolk this August, alongside a return to Powderham Castle in Devon where the event, co-founded with Oli Mason, was first held. Over 100 incredible free experiences include the legendary Gone Wild Assault Course, archery, abseiling, survival skills, axe and spear throwing, tree climbing, raft building, shelter construction, wild swimming, and SUP experiences. Music acts include Sam Ryder (at both venues), Reef, Scouting for Girls and McFly at Holkham Hall and James, The Feeling and Ocean Colour Scene at Powderham Castle. An incredible line-up of speakers at both events include Bear Grylls, British explorer, adventurer and writer Sir Ranulph Fiennes and former Welsh rugby star Alix Popham. Holkham Hall (August 8-11), Powderham Castle (August 22-25), gonewildfestival.com…

Where in the country can you sit in a hot tub on an evening and enjoy the stunning sounds of the church bells and a picture-perfect view? Stone Barn in Minehead is the answer. This wonderfully equipped three-bedroom holiday let is situated within walking distance of the seaside town, but is neatly tucked away down a quiet country lane lined with quaint cottages. Whilst the décor at Stone Barn appears modern and stylish, the building is listed, as are many of the buildings around this part of town, which is the often-photographed area around Church Steps. Two of the neighbouring properties, The Old Sweet Shop and Pilgrims Corner, are also part of Exmoor Character Cottages, the company that arranged our break. And all the buildings have a fascinating history dating…

I must admit, my knowledge of Essex was somewhat limited before this trip. If a not-to-be-mentioned 2010s reality TV show had taught me anything, this was the land of fake tan and bleached teeth but my impressions went little further than that. That is a shameful admission really considering my mum was born in Chelmsford and I am from the neighbouring county of Suffolk, so when an invitation arrived from Visit Essex asking if I wanted to explore some of the county’s finest areas, I left it in their capable hands as to where to send myself and my partner. Travelling from London, our base for the trip was Wivenhoe House Hotel, an 18th-century manor house which is a short trip away from the county’s biggest city, Colchester. (wivenhoehouse.co.uk/) ‘The…