One of the best things about the rewilding movement is the benefit it brings to the insect world. Reducing the amount of human intervention and introducing bee-friendly species can make a big difference to the fate of the insects. Without insects, ecosystems would break down and disappear which could put our civilisation at risk. One of the...

Don’t be afraid to let it grow! Wild gardening may strike fear into the hearts of many keen gardeners. The very thought of an overgrown and unruly garden goes against many gardeners‘ much relied-on routines and practices. But while our borders, lawns and hedges may not look so neat it is worth remembering the good that it’s doing for the wildlife. BENEFITS OF...

Whether or not you have your own outdoor space that you can rewild, there are plenty of initiatives popping in local parks that you can visit and even take part in. Some have been going for many years without many of us even knowing. Do an online search for ‘rewilding’ in your area and see...

No-one ever regrets a good walk. It is healthy for your mind and body. And if you can take a walk in nature it is even better for you. Studies such as this one have shown that spending time in nature helps to boost mental and physical health. Not only does it bring you closer to nature,...

Natural remedies are becoming more popular as people discover the harm that chemicals can cause to our bodies and the environment. Many of us are going back to the way that people used to care for their bodies before the introduction of pharmaceuticals – using natural ingredients to treat common ailments. For example, chamomile tea...

Rewilding is the buzz word of the moment, but do we really know what it means in practice? Rewilding is a form of environmental conservation which, at its heart, is about nature being left to take care of itself. With very little human intervention, nature is allowed to restore its natural balance and recreate ecosystems...

Making your own natural Easter decorations couldn’t be more satisfying and easy with the abundance of Spring ingredients outdoors. You can fill your home with freshly picked spring flowers. Little posies of primroses and miniature hyacinths look divine in small vases on a bedside table. Line up potted plants bulbs such as hyacinths or narcissus...

They may be small but they certainly pack a healthy punch. Microgreens are full of antioxidants and because the microgreens are small, these are in a concentrated form. In fact, microgreens have nutritional value five times higher than their mature forms. So, by simply adding microgreens to your meals your daily vitamin and mineral intake...

It’s nearly the weekend and with that our thoughts turn towards family meals and a Sunday roast. While it can be said that eating a more plant-based diet is better for our health and good for the environment, there is also an argument to support eating ethically sourced, local and seasonal meat. If an animal is reared...

SPRING CLEAN THE NATURAL WAY At last the sun is out. It’s time to fling open those windows and give your home a good spring clean. We’ve all learnt recently the power of ventilation to clean the air. So make the most of the milder days to give everything a natural freshen up. You can...