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A reflection on the unique atmosphere of the Marisco Tavern and why this island pub remains a destination in an age of craft beer taprooms
March 18, 2026
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Jane Sharkey
Walking, island life and creative reflections from Lundy and beyond
Three worlds
From an Island in the Bristol Channel to Portugal and places in between. I write about the small things that make wild places unforgettable.
portugal
A house on the Camino Português near Tomar, Portugal — on the pilgrim route to Santiago de Compostela and connected to the Knights Templar history of Lundy.
June 5, 2026
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lundy
Planning a trip on the ferry to Lundy? Discover the MS Oldenburg crossing, the climb from the Jetty and why every journey to Lundy is an experience in itself.
October 26, 2021
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Welcome to stories from Lundy and Beyond
Hi, I’m Jane. I live and work on Lundy, where walking, wildlife and island life inspire my writing. Through this journal I share stories from the island, alongside my adventures renovating a house in Portugal and exploring life as a walking artist. If you’re new here, why not start with my latest posts?
A Quiet Walk to Gannets Bay, Lundy
August 4, 2026
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Walking through summer bracken to one of Lundy’s most beautiful bays, I discover the story of England’s lost gannet colony and the birds that once filled the cliffs with life
Swimming in Bioluminescence on Lundy
July 28, 2026
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Experience the magic of swimming in bioluminescence on Lundy. Discover glowing seas, night swimming, Manx shearwaters and unforgettable island adventures.
When the Boat Leaves: Walking Lundy After the Last Ferry
July 21, 2026
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Most visitors remember arriving on Lundy aboard the MS Oldenburg. But for me, the most magical moment comes after the ferry has left. As the island grows quiet, the deer emerge, the bracken glows orange and Lundy settles back into its own natural rhythm.
Island inspired Crafting
ideas from island life drift into small pieces of work — baskets woven from ghost gear, linocuts of puffins and seals. A few of them live here.
Lundy Postcard Project: Exhibition and PDF Book
Many Lundy visitors participated in the Postcard project, resulting in 80 responses. The postcards were exhibited at St Helens Church Lundy, and compiled into a PDF book accessible to all. The book allows viewers to revisit the postcards and potentially find their own contribution.
Granite Wall Hanging | Weaving Lundy’s Stone Walls
Woven from recycled cotton, merino and silver thread — a wall hanging inspired by Lundy’s three granite walls.
Adapting to Island Life: Embracing Winter
A reflective account of coming back to Lundy as winter approaches, shaped by cold-water swimming, storms, harvest food, and the island’s changing pace.