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    What is hoar frost and how does it form?

    Discover what hoar frost looks like, how it got its name and the conditions it needs to form.

    Emilie Bonnevay  •  21 Feb 2019

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    The best woodland walks in London

    You don't have to leave London to enjoy the sights and sounds of a woodland walk. Here is our pick of the best places for a stroll in the city.

    James Martin  •  28 Jan 2019

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    How to make a bird feeder: easy homemade feeders

    Attract birds to your garden with these simple feeder ideas. Turn pine cones into seed balls, repurpose old juice cartons or make your own squirrel baffle. They're cheap, easy and great activities to do with kids.

    Amy Lewis  •  15 Jan 2019

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    The benefits of exercising in nature

    Find out why exercising in woodland can benefit your workout, boost your mood and improve your wellbeing.

    Hannah Vickers  •  14 Jan 2019

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    Winter berries: what are they and where to find them

    Winter berries are a vital food source for wildlife and can be foraged to make delicious seasonal treats too. Here are our tips on when and where to find them.

    Charlie Mellor  •  29 Nov 2018

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    Foraging in October: which wild mushrooms can you eat?

    Explore the world of foraging with these top wild fungi picking and cooking tips. Here are five edible fungi that are easy to identify.

    Helen Keating  •  29 Oct 2018

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    Can you eat crab apples? Three favourite crab apple recipes

    With their terrifically tart and tangy flavour, crab apples are a favourite foraged food.

    Helen Keating  •  24 Oct 2018

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    Rowan jelly: how to find and make it

    Rowan, with its fiery red berries, is a tree that's difficult to miss at the moment. If you want to try foraging this is a great way to start. Get top identification tips and a step-by-step recipe on how to make rowan jelly.

    Helen Keating  •  13 Aug 2018

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    7 galls to spot this year

    Have you spotted something unusual growing on a tree recently? It looks like it might be a bumper year for galls, so here are 7 you might see this summer.

    Emilie Bonnevay  •  31 Jul 2018

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    Types of moss in the UK: what they are and where to find them

    Moss is marvellous! Find out why and see some common species to spot.

    Kate Lewthwaite  •  30 Jul 2018

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