Innehållsförteckning för October 2022 från Coast

‘It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness…’ this Dickens quote comes to mind when I reflect on the summer of 2022. Yes, what a joy to have the sunshine for picnics on the beach, swimming in the sea and enjoying all that is wonderful about our beautiful coastline in summer. And yet, with the heat reaching the highest temperatures on record, drought and water shortages, it is also time to reflect. Prior to this year, many people seemed to think global warming was something that happened ‘elsewhere’ to other people, to other countries, some time in the future, perhaps so far in the future people thought it would not impact on them in…

FIND OF THE MONTH Family-owned fabric company Iliv releases two new collections a year, with patterns and colour palettes created at its Lancashire design studio. The new Portland Collection focuses on stripes and has a beachy feel. Pictured here (left to right) are Somerville Nautical, £46 per metre, with swatches of Vermont Riviera and Vermont Rouge, £51 per metre. Find stockists at iliv.co.uk. TOY STORY Blue Marine is the new eco-friendly toy line crafted from waste maritime materials, from Denmark-based toymaker, dantoy. They may not share the colourful aesthetic we’re more used to seeing, but they are all unique and sustainable. ‘Sustainability is not just a trend – it’s our DNA. By being open and welcoming the use of new materials, we can crack the need for new materials,’ said…

Founded by Veronica Sekules in 2016, the GroundWork Gallery is an independent gallery at the top of the North Norfolk coast, which showcases contemporary arts on an environmental theme. A curator with 30 years’ experience, and former deputy director of the Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts, Veronica’s interest in green issues began when she worked for Friends of the Earth in the 1980s. ‘Our exhibitions and creative programmes explore how art can enable us to respond to the changing environment and imagine how we can shape its future,’ says Veronica. There’s always a wide range of items for sale, all of them ethically produced, from paintings and prints to objects, jewellery, furniture and artist’s books. This autumn, from 14 October-16 December, the gallery’s ‘Deep Water’ exhibition features six women artists…

1 MALIN HEAD, CO. DONEGAL €650,000 Previous page: This protected 1960s property comes with almost 15 acres of land, Atlantic Ocean views and access to a private beach. An electric-gated entrance leads to a 500m driveway. Inside, there’s a kitchen-living room, dining room, four bedrooms and three bathrooms. Savills Ireland (+353 1 663 4359, savills.ie). 2 RENVYLE, CO. GALWAY €375,000 On Connemara’s spectacular Renvyle Peninsula, this three-bed bungalow features uninterrupted Atlantic views to one side and Mweelrea Mountain to the other. A traditional one-storey house, it has a large kitchen-dining room, a sitting room, bathroom and utility room. Outside, mature landscaping includes green hedges, trees and a traditional stone-built shed. Sinéad & Sorcha O’Sullivan (+353 95 21066, mattosullivan.com). 3 EASKEY, CO. SLIGO €120,000 If you’re after a renovation project, then…

Autumn is one of my favourite times to holiday on our coastline. The sea is still warm from the summer sun but the beaches are quieter now that the kids have gone back to school, and you often still get gorgeous bright, sunny days, blue skies and fabulous sunsets. In this special section, I’ve focused on staycations that are particularly good to plan for the autumn. These might be because that’s when seals are pupping, birds are migrating or towns are buzzing and cool enough to enjoy. One of my favourite places for an autumn staycation is the Isle of Wight, and I’d like to thank Visit Isle of Wight for joining us and sponsoring this section. I’m lucky enough to live only a few hours from this popular destination,…

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JENNY OLDAKER Jenny is a freelance writer based in Bristol and a regular coast contributor whose work is published in a range of national magazines. She loved heading to North Devon to visit the seaside town of Ilfracombe for the first time – see page 94 – and was wowed by art on every scale. The story begins with Damien Hirst’s mighty Verity sculpture on the pier and trickles down to diverse works by local artists on show in the town’s galleries. The creative atmosphere and independent shops, as well as the beauty of the coast and historic Tunnels Beaches, has her raring to return. JACOB LITTLE Jacob is a freelance writer specialising in rural UK adventure, outdoor living and wild communities. Often to be found hiking in Scotland or…

1 THESE SUNGLASSES Stay shaded in a pair of fully customisable sunglasses with recycled plastic frames – a thoughtful gift for friends, family and the planet (from £55, sungod.co). 2 THIS JUMP SUIT Made sustainably in Britain, this practical yet comfy all-in-one also comes in rust and Bordeaux colourways, perfect for an autumn feel (£195, lairdutility.com). 3 THIS SHEPHERD’S HUT Expand your living space with a cosy and colourful British-made shepherd’s hut. Price includes delivery, plus a 20-year guarantee (from £25,740, plankbridge.com). 4 THIS SWIMSUIT Handmade in Somerset, this flattering 1950s-inspired Venus one-piece is perfect for a fun day swimming or sunbathing at the beach (£195, pearllowe.co.uk). WHAT’S FLOATING YOUR BOAT? Let us know on our Facebook page, facebook.com/coastmagazine, or email us at coast.ed@kelsey.co.uk…

My family have been cultivating oysters in the creeks which surround Mersea Island in Essex since the 1700s. I’m by the sea every day and spend some mornings walking across the Blackwater Estuary mud flats at low tide, hand-picking oysters then spending time washing and sorting them in a shed which is on the waterfront. Oysters are an integral part of Mersea’s community and its environment, and without them I wouldn’t be able to be proud of being an eighth-generation oyster farmer. The sea produces an amazing mollusc and we get to celebrate that while earning a living. When we go hand-picking for oysters it takes about 10 minutes by boat to get to our oyster beds. Over such a short trip we go from being part of a busy…

With the spectre of travel chaos still lurking now’s as good a time as any to take a British staycation. The South West is beautiful all year round and Dorset, Devon and Cornwall offer some of the finest food and drink locations in the country, from casual lunch spots by the beach to fine dining restaurants in smart coastal towns – in my eyes, an important factor in creating an enjoyable holiday. One of the experiences on my bucket list is to take a culinary tour on the new South West 660 (southwest660.com). The 660-mile route follows a careful selection of smaller roads that hug the coastline from Poole in Dorset to Watchet in Somerset. While the journey provides some of the best ocean views in Britain, the food options…

1 MILLOOK, CORNWALL £1,750,000 Previous page: Situated on the North Cornish coast, this plot has a 180? view of the coastline. The design has reverse living space with indoor pool, sauna, steam room, gym and cinema room. John Bray Estates (01208 862601, johnbrayestates.co.uk). 2 SAXTHORPE, NORFOLK £450,000 Built in the late 1700s, Honeysuckle Cottage is a three-bedroom cottage with two reception rooms, a large family bathroom plus an office space. Outside there are two parking spaces and a garden that measures a third of an acre. Big Skies Estates (01263 586 686, bigskiesestates.co.uk). 3 NEWQUAY, CORNWALL £340,000 Mykonos-inspired Cliff Edge comprises spacious one-, two-and three-bed apartments plus three penthouses looking over the Atlantic Ocean. They sit to the east of Newquay, an easy walk to the area’s other six beaches.…

If you didn’t have time on your first day in Tobermory for a boat tour, it should be the priority for day two. The four-hour Staffa Tours trip departs from Ledaig Pontoon and with the safe and speedy craft you’ll soon be out on Mull’s wild west, soaking up the stunning scenery and seascape. But don’t forget to look up! In addition to magnificent white-tailed and golden eagles, you should see shags, fulmars, great black-backed gulls, herring gulls and even puffins! Despite their inept-looking flight, puffins are powerful creatures of the sea and as comfortable underwater as a seal. You’re bound to see those too, in addition to rare minke whales and massive basking sharks. This boat trip will take you to wildlife paradise. From the water, your guides will…

WHERE TO STAY • coast stayed at The Earlsdale, a gorgeous adult-only B&B set in a grand Victorian villa on St Brannock’s Road. Lewis and James are natural hosts, offering the friendliest of welcomes and first-class service, and the stylish rooms are eminently comfortable. The honesty bar is perfect for relaxing after a day’s sightseeing, and breakfasts are exquisite, including home-baked treats. Doubles from £99 per night, including breakfast (01271 863653, theearlsdale.co.uk). • Nestled in the heart of town on Fore Street, Crab Cottage is a cosy self-catering option that sleeps four people and offers a peaceful, dog-friendly base in a convenient location. From £499 for a seven-night break, shorter lets available (01244 356666, crabcottageilfracombe.co.uk) • The Antidote Wine Room at 20 St James’ Place is a popular restaurant that…

Growing up on East Devon’s Jurassic Coast and now living in Exeter, I’ve been lucky to have the seaside as a weekly, sometimes daily, part of my life – to surf, swim, paddleboard, clear my head. The sea is a part of me and being in the sea or around it has a calming effect on my body and my mind. Writing my book, Forget Me Not, I had to connect into the creative side of my brain and I felt I achieved that most when I was by the sea. Bigbury-on-Sea and Burgh Island in Bigbury Bay (pictured) is my current favourite day out. On the Jurassic Coast, the red sandstone cliffs make the seawater a little bit murky at times but on the South Devon coast the sea…

Subscribe to coast today to fill your month with vitamin sea! Become part of our lovely coast community and discover the best places for amazing staycations, where to find deserted sandy beaches, excellent restaurants with sea views, and incredible wildlife encounters. Learn about the fascinating history and culture on our shores, and meet artists and makers who will share their craft tips with you, plus top chefs who share their recipes! As well as providing an immersive travel experience, we also seek out great coastal properties for sale by the sea every month. Those who are looking to move to the coast can learn about up-and-coming seaside locations, and find advice on decorating your home and making the most of a coastal life. Guarantee your copy every month with a…

If you are lucky enough to find yourself on Scotland’s west coast, you’ll have to pinch yourself to remember you’re still in the UK. Precipitous volcanic cliffs with golden eagles soaring on the thermals plummet down into deep blue waters, full of mystery and whales. Yes, you drove up here on the M6, you’ll remind yourself one more time. While the road snakes along the shore, it is never close enough for me – I want to be out on the water. Luckily, these are fantastic seas for sailing; the higgledy-piggledy scattering of Inner Hebridean islands means there is always an anchorage sheltered from any wind direction. A warship from the Spanish Armada even anchored in Tobermory Harbour on the Isle of Mull in 1588 after fleeing the English around…

BOOK ONLINE Easy booking is always a bonus, so check out online booking service Pick A Pier, where you can explore hundreds of marinas, including in the UK and Ireland, and reserve a berth in minutes. You can pay securely, chat with marina staff, and modify your booking up to the morning of the day of your arrival. Pick A Pier champions ocean sustainability and wants to maximise space in existing marinas – so it works for marina owners and boaters alike. Maybe head to Bangor in Co Down or book into Mylor in Cornwall? See where the mood takes you! (pickapier.com). NEW ROLE AT FALMOUTH Holly Manvell, the Cornwall-based yachtswoman who founded the global not-for-profit organisations Clean Sailors and Cleaner Marinas in the last two years, has been appointed…

1 ARRAN: SCOTLAND IN MINIATURE Blessed with dramatic mountain peaks, gorgeous beaches and a wealth of cultural treasures, Arran is often referred to as ‘Scotland in miniature’ and it isn’t too hard to see why. Highlights of this Wilderness Scotland guided walking short break include: a visit to King’s Cave, where Robert the Bruce is said to have encountered the spider; a remote route over the Saddle with dramatic mountains and tumbling waterfalls where there is a chance to see red deer; a trip to Holy Isle with its spiritual heritage dating back to the 6th century; and climbing Goatfell, Arran’s highest point, before afternoon tea at Brodick Castle. A heavenly hike awaits. Price: From £1,025pp sharing, for four nights. Book: Call 01479 420020 or book online at wildernessscotland.com. 2…

1. THE OLD FERRY INN, BODINNICK, CORNWALL Not that Daphne du Maurier will mean much to your dog, but head to a stretch of the Cornish coast that the famous writer called home for an old inn where any pup is sure to receive a warm welcome. On the banks of the River Fowey, the dog-friendly Old Ferry Inn has its own resident Newfoundland, Archie, who is always thrilled to make friends with guests – human and canine. There are 11 newly decorated rooms here, eight of which have waterside views to the Bodinnick-to-Fowey ferry. While you’ll be delighted with your comfy king-size bed, there are Omlet dog beds and Cornish dog treats for your furry friend. Set a course for the southwest-facing terrace for sundowners and Cornish fare after…

I’D LOVE TO HEAR YOUR VIEWS! Please email me with your ideas, feedback, creative projects and reports of your coastal adventures at coast.ed@kelsey.co.uk. @alexfishermedia FLASH, BANG, WALLOP 1960S Me (on the left) with my sister in the mid-1960s at Pontins holiday camp in Weymouth. Karen A PRIZE-WINNING EXPERIENCE On 12 and 13 May, I went, with my husband and two friends to The Gin Trap Inn to enjoy our lovely competition win from last year. I just wanted to say that it was AMAZING! From the very beginning, The Gin Trap staff were lovely, getting in touch immediately and arranging the stay. I chose to wait until May this year because I thought the weather would be better, and it was wonderful. The Monday prior to our stay, they rang…