Foraging Guides

Foraging for Stinging Nettles

Stinging Nettles are not everyone's first thought when it comes to wild edibles, but they are one of Nature's most under-rated super foods.

Rosehip Mince Pies

Mince pies have a long history almost as rich as they are, this recipe is a wild take on the traditional ingredients, using rosehips.

November Foraging Guide

As we head into Winter, there are still plenty of wild edibles to be found along the hedgerows. Here is my list of what to forage for...

Foraging For Elderberries

A very prolific tree, the Elder tree is a common sight in hedgerows throughout the UK and during September they are heavy with delicious...

Making A Mushroom Spore Print

Following on from my post earlier this week, here is a detailed guide on how to make a spore print from a mushroom - a really simple and...

A Beginner’s Guide To Identifying Mushrooms

Mushrooms can be notoriously difficult to ID and have developed a reputation for being a dangerous wild food. And while this is true for...

Foraging for Dryad's Saddle

Finding, identifying and how to use Polyporus squamosus, more commonly known as Dryad's Saddle or Pheasants Back mushroom, an incredible...

Foraging For Red Clover

The carry such a sweet flavour and are very easy to identify making them ideal for novice foragers, and fun for children as they hunt...

The Cramlington Forager

Here I share my own recipes which I use to make the most of seasonal wild food. You'll find handy foraging guides and plant profiles to help get to know the plants which grow all around us, and to start you down your own foraging journey.