More than half the ancient oaks in the world are in Britain. Many of our ancestors – the Angles, the … More
Tag: woodland
Holloway – a hollow way, a sunken path. A route that centuries of foot-fall, hoof-hit, wheel-roll and rain-run have harrowed deep down into bedrock.
In July 2005, Robert Macfarlane and Roger Deakin – author of Wildwood – travelled to explore the holloways of South … More
The magic and mystery of the woods are embedded in culture, from ancient folklore to modern literature. They offer us refuge: a place to play, a place to think. They are the generous providers of timber and energy.
They let us dream of other ways of living. Yet we now face a future where taking a walk in … More
Birds of the Hedgerow, Field & Woodland restores to print beautifully written, but long-forgotten, books about the British countryside. It is an enchanting addition, perfect for bird lovers & those who love beautiful books.
Spotting a little bird perched in a tree or taking flight into a blue sky is one of those perfect, … More