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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?
Down Montagu Steps: A Birthday Challenge on Lundy
September 5, 2026
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Just before my birthday—and remember, I am the oldest person on the island—I found myself encouraged by both my work colleagues and my own stubborn
World Letter Writing Day on Lundy: The Joy of Sending a Letter
September 1, 2026
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Living on Lundy has made me rediscover the pleasure of letter writing. From choosing stationery and stamps to watching a letter begin its journey by boat or helicopter, sending mail from the island feels like a small act of connection in an increasingly digital world. For World Letter Writing Day, I reflect on correspondence, memory and why handwritten letters still matter.
A Lundy Beach Through the Seasons
August 27, 2026
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For National Beach Day, I reflect on one special Lundy beach that I have returned to for five years, exploring its changing seasons, wild swimming and coastal conservation.
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.
Creating Art with Nature on Lundy
Weaving in the trees creating art that others might see and consider who made it and why?
Finger Labyrinth
Creating a finger labyrinth from glass, a perfect way to relax and meditate whilst having your morning cuppa.
Cardboard Loom Weaving: Crafting North Devon & Lundy Memories
Cardboard-loom weavings inspired by cold-water swimming and the beaches of North Devon — woven landscapes hung with driftwood