Notes from a small island

We keep the ‘van stocked and ready, the bed made and cupboards full should a break in the weather and granddaughter childminding duties allow us to spend a few days away. I like to keep an eye on the

Every month, we trawl the nation’s coastline to bring you news of the people, places and exciting goings-on that are worth knowing about

If there is one county to explore on a foodie theme it has to be Cornwall. Seafood tops the list, of course; with more than 400 miles of coastline – the most in any county in Britain – and major and m

Whether you’re seeking an adventure-packed holiday, a fun-filled family trip or a relaxing beach getaway, this southern stretch of UNESCO-listed coastline packs plenty of appeal

Celebrating 100 years of the BBC Shipping Forecast, Jane Russell takes us on a series of coastal cruises through the forecast sea areas, exploring some of the special places on offer in each of them

In our new series exploring the best places to visit in the UK, Mark Hedges journeys to Cornwall’s wild and ancient coastline