Mark Bibby Jackson

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Mark Bibby Jackson

Before setting up Travel Begins at 40, Mark was the publisher of AsiaLIFE Cambodia and a freelance travel writer. When he is not packing and unpacking his travelling bag, Mark writes novels, including To Cook A Spider and Peppered Justice. He loves walking, eating, tasting beer, isolation and arthouse movies, as well as talking to strangers on planes, buses and trains whenever possible. Most at home when not at home. Mark is a member and director of communications of the British Guild of Travel Writers (BGTW).
Smart Travel Solutions for Groups on the Go

Smart Travel Solutions for Groups on the Go

Coordinating travel for a group can often feel like a puzzle, but when done right, it opens the door to memorable and stress-free experiences. From team outings and educational trips…

Lucy the Lobster Groundhog Day Prediction 2025

Lucy the Lobster Groundhog Day Prediction 2025

Hairy Traveller Mark Bibby Jackson visits Cape Sable Island where Lucy the Lobster makes her prediction of whether there will be six more weeks of winter on Groundhog Day…

Pulling the Pint with Martin Roper

Pulling the Pint with Martin Roper

Hairy Traveller chats with Martin Roper, former vocalist for British punk rock band Anti-Pasti and now the owner of The Secret Dining Company…

World of Wedgwood Stoke Video

World of Wedgwood Stoke Video

Hairy Traveller takes a spin on the wheel and visits the V&A Collection at the World of Wedgwood, Stoke on Trent…

The Maypole Thaxted Essex

The Maypole Thaxted Essex

Hairy Traveller chats with Vince, landlord of The Maypole Thaxted, about the popular Essex local…

Best Pubs in Kensington London

Best Pubs in Kensington London

Hairy Traveller selects his favourite pubs in Kensington London – The Scarsdale Tavern, The Blue Stoops and The Windsor Castle…

Montigo Resorts Somerset at Charlton House Review

Montigo Resorts Somerset at Charlton House Review

Mark Bibby Jackson aka the #HairyTraveller, stays at the beautiful Charlton House in Somerset. This beautiful Grade II-listed Georgian hotel is next to the town of Shepton Mallett…

The Unicorn Inn, Stoke-on-Trent

The Unicorn Inn, Stoke-on-Trent

The Unicorn Inn is a beautiful pub in the heart of Stoke – perfectly looked after by Tracy. Very popular with theatre goers and the Norwegian Stoke City supporters club…

Best Pubs in Stoke-on-Trent

Best Pubs in Stoke-on-Trent

Hairy Traveller discovers some of the best pubs in Stoke-on-Trent including a great Stoke music pub called the Artisan Tap, community-focused Sanctuary Ale House…

Staffordshire Oatcakes, Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent

Staffordshire Oatcakes, Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent

Where to buy Staffordshire Oatcakes? Hairy Traveller discovers all about Staffordshire Oatcakes from Jason, who runs Staffordshire Oatcakes in Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent…

Pulling the Pint at the Brunswick Inn Derby

Pulling the Pint at the Brunswick Inn Derby

Hairy Traveller talks beer with Alan Pickersgill, landlord of the Brunswick Inn Derby. One of the best pubs in Derby, the Brunswick Inn has won many awards for its real ale and cider…