Real-Life Adventures in Fictional Portwenn aka Port Isaac

Welcome back to Podcast Portwenn! In this episode, host Chesla Wechsler is joined by three dedicated fans—Kathy, Oliver , and Anneke—who have all made the pilgrimage to Port Isaac, Cornwall, to witness the filming of the hit series Doc Martin.Whether you are curious about what it is like to stay in Fern Cottage (the real Surgery), where to find the best crab salad in town, or how the cast treats their fans behind the scenes, this episode is packed with "insider" travel tips and heartwarming stories.---### Episode HighlightsStaying in "Portwenn": From The Slipway to The Folly and Providence Cottage, the guests share their experiences living in the heart of the village during series 5 through 10.A Stay at the Surgery: Chesla describes the experience of renting Fern Cottage and the reality of tourists constantly mistaking her for the owner of Doc Martin's surgery.Dining with Doc Fans: Recommendations for local favorites, including the Chapel Cafe, The Mote, and Fresh from the Sea for their famous crab sandwiches.Cast Encounters: Hear about meeting Martin Clunes (Doc Martin), Philippa Braithwaite (Producer), Jessica Ransom (Morwenna), and Ian McNeice (Bert Large).Healing Moments: Oliver and Anneke share touching stories of receiving personal cards and gifts from Martin Clunes and the production team during their battles with breast cancer.The Perils of Cornwall Driving: Real talk about the narrow, hedge-lined roads, hitting potholes, and the "bags of room" (or lack thereof) when navigating the Cornish coast.[00:00] Welcome to Podcast Portwenn[00:36] What Seasons (Series) Were You There?[01:46] Where Did You Stay?[04:29] What Were Your Favorite Places to Eat?[06:30] Where Else Did You Visit?[09:49] In What Locations Did You See Filming?[16:40] What Was It Like?[20:11] Who Did You Meet?[24:48] Did You Bring Home Souvenirs?[27:06] Other Nice Memories[30:09] Getting Around[31:13] Staying In Fern Cottage[34:38] Advice For Getting Around[38:14] Keeping Doc Martin Alive