Seashells on the Seashore
I often write about nature, especially inspired by beach trips. Last year, I was delighted to have a poem, The Gift of Shells, published in a national magazine and with summer on the horizon, I...
A Storybook Village
I can’t resist going to Mousehole whenever I’m near. I’ve been to the Cornish fishing village on numerous occasions. Stayed there for a weekend with Mr Word Loft, and holidayed there for a week in...
The Merry Maidens
At last, I’ve been to the ancient circle after hearing about the Merry Maidens a few years ago. The site is located near St Buryan on the road between Newlyn and Land’s End. According to...
Tin Mine on the Cliffs
It was exhilarating returning to Wheal Coates on the South West Coast Path. I’ve tramped between Chapel Porth and St Agnes on a few occasions and it’s one of my favourite trails. The afternoon was...
Sculptor’s Haven
‘Where is it?’ I asked Mr Word Loft when we were looking for Barbara Hepworth’s Museum and Garden in the heart of St Ives. Then we noticed a sign welcoming visitors beside a plain door...
An Arty Day at St Ives
The Cornish seaside town was jostling with people. St Ives is a delightful location whatever the weather and, in winter, parking is easy. We headed for the beach first. The sea was out a long...
The Great Mewstone
I couldn’t resist owning an image of The Great Mewstone captured at nighttime with the Milky Way glittering in the cobalt sky. The tiny beguiling island juts from Wembury Bay’s waters like a mythical creature’s...
The Gift of Shells
I’ve always loved shells and have collected and photographed them, so it was inevitable that I would write a poem about them. It was published last year in a national magazine, and with summer beach...
A Magical Landscape
The afternoon was exhilarating and the locality surpassed my expectations. Since hearing about Churchtown Farm years ago, I have longed to explore the Saltash community wildlife space. But for one reason or another, and with...
Cotehele in the Winter
It is magical – I was so pleased to return to Cornwall’s Cotehele, especially while the grand Christmas Garland was still festooning the great hall. The house has just closed until March for refurbishment, so...