The snow drops are creating blankets of bright whites contrasting with the dark green grasses and muddy gaps on our roadside edges. Gardens and parks are dotted with the bright
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Elderberry SyrupElderberry Syrup
Elderberries can be so prolific that the branches are hanging very low dripping with the dark red fruit. So it seems a shame not to utilise on this incredible fruit.
Crab Apple and Blackberry ButterCrab Apple and Blackberry Butter
A fruit butter so called because it spreads like butter, looses all links to dairy butters at this point. Its a soft set mix of fruit puree and sugar, that
Foraging and the lawForaging and the law
This article is meant as a brief overview of the main legislation that covers foraging in the UK. Firstly, Walking on private land in England and Wales, without permission implicit or
Chutney Making – Apple and Onion ChutneyChutney Making – Apple and Onion Chutney
How to make a traditional apple & onion chutney It’s that time of year again when the berries, and fruits are calling out for our attention. Growing up on small holding