Tucked away in the South Devon countryside on the banks of the River Dart is the magnificent town of Totnes. From its humble beginnings and how the town has developed…
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Category: Guides
Paul Michael writes guides for visitors, along with tips, technology and gear for walkers and photography.
Visit Whitsand Bay
Whitsand Bay in SE Cornwall is an astounding stretch of coastline and beaches, enjoyed by thousands of visitors all year round. Yet, many visitors to the area simply drive by…
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Visit Saltash Cornwall
Saltash is a major, bustling town and the gateway to Cornwall from the A38. It lies on the west bank of the River Tamar with Plymouth to the east. A…
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Visit Banbury
Ride a cock horse to Banbury Cross, so the nursery rhyme goes. We were holidaying in the Cotswolds, so we ventured out for an afternoon visit to Banbury. Located in…
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Visit Oxford
While holidaying in the Cotswolds, we wanted to visit Oxford for the day. Oxford is such a historic city. Aside from its famous University, there are so many other things…
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Bristol Balloon Fiesta 2022
On a couple of occasions, driving past the Bristol area on my way home or off to a work event, I’ve spotted lots of air balloons filling my panoramic vista.…
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Visit St Nectan’s Glen
St Nectan’s Glen, by its very location, conjures up mystique and magic. Tucked away along a woodland walk beside the River Trivillet, is the magnificent St Nectan’s Waterfall that cascades…
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Top Tips: Mapping & GPS for Hiking
This subject of Mapping Service apps, GPS and Smartphone use stirs much debate and argument in walking and hiking communities. I live in SE Cornwall, and so I have Dartmoor…
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Best Photo Storage and Backup Methods
I have been an amateur photographer and working with digital photos for many years. Combine this with even more years working in IT, having a photo storage and backup strategy…
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Kirtlington – a Cotswolds Holiday
An AirBnB in Kirtlington, Oxfordshire was just the ticket for our Cotswold holiday. We had visited the Cotswolds several years ago but wanted to return to spend a little more time…
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A Beginner’s Guide to Hiking and Long Walks
Where to Begin with Hiking and Long Walks Everyone has to start somewhere, right? This article is a beginner’s guide on hiking and long walks. Over the years, longer walks…
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Camera Gear: A Bag’s a Bag!
I have read my fair share of photography magazines and articles, and get perplexed by all the recommendations for camera gear bags. it’s a minefield of variations of shoulder bags,…
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