Performance poet Dr John Cooper Clarke explores his formative experiences of the British seaside, and the particular appeal of Frinton-on-Sea on the Essex coast. Interview: Alex Reece
Liza Pulman is best known for her role in the comedy music trio Fascinating Aida. Here she tells us about her love of walking the coastal path near her Cornish home. Photography: Dave Matthews and Johnny Boylan. Interview:Alice Westgate
Comedian, actor and marathon runner EDDIE IZZARD recalls his school days on the East Sussex coast – and working in the café at the De La Warr Pavilion, where he has since performed. Interview: Alex Reece
Durham-based novelist Pat Barker describes how the Northumberland coast appears in her novel, Noonday, and why this particular shoreline enhances her creativity. Interview: Alex Reece
Executive vice chairman and co-founder of the Eden Project Sir Tim Smit – also known for his work on the Lost Gardens of Heligan – reveals his top spot on the Cornish coastline. Interview: Alex Reece
Actor and WWF ambassador MIRANDA RICHARDSON describes the various coastlines around the UK that have made a lasting impression, and the importance of living sustainably. Interview: Alex Reece
TV presenter and Olympic medallist IWAN THOMAS describes his regular coastal run along the Solent near Southampton, and why it’s great to be out of the rat race. Interview: Alex Reece
Writer and philosopher ALAIN DE BOTTON shares his passion for the North Norfolk coast and explains why the sea is good for the soul. Interview: Alex Reece
Author CRESSIDA COWELL describes the childhood summers spent on her family’s remote Hebridean island, and how the location inspired her How To Train Your Dragon books. Interview: Alex Reece
TV presenter and architectural designer CHARLIE LUXTON talks about his lifelong love of surfing, his attachment to Cornwall and the television series of Homes by the Sea. Interview: Alex Reece
