Author and TV bushcraft expert, Ray Mears, seeks out wild coastlines to reconnect with nature, especially the far-flung shores of the Outer Hebrides and the fossil-rich beaches of North Norfolk
When leading maître d’hôtel and Channel 4’s First Dates presenter Fred Sirieix gets some free time, he heads to Newquay in North Cornwall, for surfing, cliff walks and foodie treats
Adventurer and TV presenter Simon Reeve loves to be buffeted by sea breezes and feel sand underfoot, singling out the dramatic North Cornish spots of Rock on the Camel Estuary and Porthtowan Beach near St Agnes as two of his favourite places
TV chef James Martin describes his tour around the islands of the UK, meeting inspiring food producers, for his new book and TV series. Interview Alex Reece
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: Interview Alex Reece
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: Interview Alex Reece
Former sprinter Linford Christie describes how he's discovered open-water swimming and the British coast after his Channel relay attempt for Stand Up To Cancer. Interview: Alex Reece
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
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