Category Archives: Out and About

Image of a glass of honeysuckle tea with a stainless steel cup infuser holding the honeysuckle next to it, on a garden table with grass in the background.
Living the Wild Life – Connecting with Nature through Foraging

Throughout June, we participated in the Wildlife Trusts 30 Days Wild challenge.The closer we feel [...]

04
Jul
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As Green As It Gets – Nettle soup

A velvety, vegan soup from freshly foraged nettles – it really doesn’t get much greener [...]

23
May
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Autumnal Tea, Wintry Warmness and Just That Bit of Wabi Sabi

Colder and darker weather strain our mood and immune system. Here are some tips to [...]

20
Nov
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Teas To Try This Spring

We have picked up some wild drinking habits recently.Healthy ones, though: wild teas! Well, to [...]

17
May
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‘Cause I like … Birds!

Even if you’re not that familar with the Eels, The Big Garden Birdwatch 2023 is [...]

25
Jan
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‘Tis the Season to be Crafty

I don’t know about yours, but my kids sure don’t mind a bit of mud.And [...]

18
Nov
Appelstroop

Have you come across stroopwafels yet? They are traditional Dutch biscuits, that seem to be [...]

07
Oct
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Save Some Apples

Surely it is a good idea to leave some of those first apples that fall [...]

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17
Nov
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Have a Hip Hunt This Half Term

Kids love foraging, and when done with care and moderation, it is a lovely way [...]

27
Oct