Cornwall and Devon are stars of new ITV series
THE Westcountry is set to return to prime-time television in a brand new ITV show – Cornwall and Devon Walks with Julia Bradbury.
The eight-part series, hosted by the former Countryfile presenter, takes us across beaches, among ancient woodlands and winding estuaries to showcase some of the best walks the South West has to offer.
Starting at Land’s End, the half-anhour episodes will explore parts of the region that can only be explored on foot.
In the first episode, Julia visits a stretch of coastline in west Cornwall known for its mythical landscapes and a special quality of light that is said to have inspired artists for centuries.
Devon and Cornwall are home to thousands of miles of the UK’s most varied terrain and walking routes. Julia takes viewers with her as she visits Salcombe, Dartmoor, the Dart Valley, Isles of Scilly, Land’s End, Helford, The Lizard and Padstow.
She will be meeting with the people who live and work across the two counties and, of course, will be sampling some of what they have to offer.
Julia said: “The best way to see the true landscape of Cornwall and Devon is on foot.
“I’ll be going to the places only your walking boots can take you, from the rugged rocks of Dartmoor to the drama of the North Atlantic coast.
“And, en route, I’ll be seeking out the counties’ most unforgettable views, sampling some of the region’s most famous fare, and meeting the people that make Cornwall and Devon so unique.
“So walk with me, it’s going to be an adventure you never forget,” she added.
Julia is best known for co-presenting BBC One’s Countryfile with Matt Baker between 2004 and 2014. She has also presented Watchdog, Planet Earth Live, Take on the Twisters and The Wonder of Britain.
She certainly loves a good walk and has become quite the expert on them – she hosted Britain’s Best Walks in 2017 and even has a website called The Outdoor Guide, which is run by her sister, Gina.
The first episode of Cornwall and Devon Walks will focus on Land’s End and is screened on ITV tonight at 8.30pm.
The second episode will be set in Padstow and will be shown at the earlier time of 8pm on ITV on Wednesday, January 13.