Image Hundreds of millions of people enjoy surfing, and many of them appear to live in Cornwall! That’s because the Atlantic creates exposed waves (just right for big surf). There are big eco issues here, but most surfers tend to be pretty environmentally-aware. RNLI says only surf on clear calm days (you can get knocked off…
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England’s Hidden History of Smuggling
Hastings Old Town, Oxford Artist England has a strong history of smuggling, which a few hundred years ago, was a trade more profitable than fishing. It’s believed that back in the day, more illegal spirits entered our shores, than through London Docks. The ‘King of Prussia’ was Cornishman John Carter who ‘worked’ alongside his brothers…
Creating Communities to Prevent Loneliness
Nikki Corker Although many of us are quite happy with our own company a lot of the time, England is just one of many modern countries where millions of people feel isolated and depressed. But there is proof that loneliness leads to shorter lives. It’s a fact that in the ‘happiest countries’ (like Denmark), governments…
A Guide to Isles of Scilly, Naturally
Junk Mail Art The Isles of Scilly are located around 28 miles off Cornwall’s coast, and although there are many islands, only five are inhabited by humans (though you may find the odd barn or boatshed from years gone by). This area resembles the Caribbean with warmer weather (though not that warm!), blue seas and…
A Guide to Bath, Naturally
Claire Henley Bath is one of the world’s most beautiful cities, with lots of lovely museums and parks, and the famed Royal Crescent, often used for BBC period dramas. It also has healing spa waters, just like the towns of Tunbridge Wells and Leamington Spa. It’s a 13-mile walk to nearby Bristol. Despite being a…