June 9, 2020
Coast Character: Sarah Richard
Sarah Richard changed the face of scuba diving when she founded the online community, Girls That Scuba, to connect mermaids worldwide, highlight ocean conservation and encourage women to give diving a go.
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May 12, 2020
Coast Character: Kate Griffin
Mental health specialist Katy Griffin relocated to Cornwall for her own work-life balance and now teaches others how to live more healthily and cope better with stress. EDITED BY CAROLINE WHEATER. PHOTOGRAPH ADJ BROWN
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April 28, 2020
My Coast: Russell Kane
Comedian and writer Russell Kane describes his childhood Saturdays spent at the family beach hut in Essex, and why his heart is still in Southend-on-Sea.
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April 7, 2020
Coast Character: Anna Parkes
Anna Parkes came to Tresco in the Isles of Scilly by chance – and never left. Now she’s a pillar of island life, running Gallery Tresco, blogging about fashion, and swimming in the sea every…
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March 18, 2020
Coast Character: Mike Grieg
For Cornishman Mike Greig, the role of head boatman and harbour master for St Michael’s Mount is a dream job, blending his love of boats with dedicated service to the community. Words: Caroline Wheater
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March 5, 2020
My Coast: David Baddiel
Comedian and author David Baddiel describes his family’s connection with Cornwall and The Lizard Peninsula, where they have a home by the sea. Words: Alex Reece
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January 29, 2020
My Coast: Dawn O’Porter
Author and broadcaster Dawn O'Porter describes her coastal childhood on Guernsey and the pleasures of going rockpooling with her young family. Interview: Alex Reece
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January 7, 2020
Coast Character: Julie Gregory
Artist and farmer’s wife, Julie Gregory, is inspired by Northumberland’s dramatic North Sea coastline, with its wonderful light and ever-changing mood. Words: Caroline Wheater
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January 1, 2020
My Coast: Sophie Dahl
Author and former model Sophie Dahl recalls idyllic childhood holidays spent at her grandmother’s house on the West Sussex coast. Words: Alex Reece
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December 12, 2019
My Coast: Ardal O’Hanlon
Comedian and actor Ardal O'Hanlon casts his mind back to childhood summers spent on the Donegal coast and reveals how its beauty haunts him still. Interview: Alex Reece
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October 30, 2019
My Coast: Jenny Eclair
Comedian and author Jenny Eclair talks about her coastal childhood in Lancashire and the Cornish inspiration behind her new novel. Words: Alex Reece
