One of the things that many of us treasure about our holidays is the easy access to the glorious outdoors. Whether we are in a hot tub staring up at the stars, sitting around a campfire, stepping out of our cottage onto the moor or strolling on a beach. What if we could find a […]
BY JOSHUA ANDREWS Have you ever journeyed across a forest to discover a ring of wild mushrooms, or found a round patch of dead grass amongst an otherwise vibrant field? If so, then you have stumbled upon the fabled fairy ring. Also known as a fairy ring, or magic circle, they are perfectly rounded and […]
By Joshua Andrews With how far technology has come, everyone carries a map and compass in their pockets these days. But if you’re out for a hike where the signal drops out, or your battery runs down, there’s a navigational backup we all should keep on us when undertaking a longer, more arduous journey. There’s […]
BY JOSHUA ANDREWS From the snug footpaths enclosed with wild beauty, to the isolated – and ecologically important – islands dotted across the wide River Alde, Iken holds an atmosphere that will take you back to your childhood. Iken, a site of special scientific interest, has an air of mysticism that is hard to convey, […]
By Joshua Andrews Have you ever noticed your mood shift on sunny days? Most of us know the sun is good for us, but have you ever wondered exactly why? There are many reasons why the sun on our skin is good for us. With many of us spending a large chunk of the day […]
Our ancestors had a grounding, intimate connection with the Earth’s surface that has been lost in recent generations. We surround ourselves with artificial materials, placing several barriers between our skin and the ground; from wearing shoes to flooring our homes, we have separated our bodies from the nature that our species has known since its […]
Ever wanted to start hiking? Trail walking allows us to reconnect with ourselves and nature whilst disconnecting from this digital world. Whether you’re looking to step up your fitness or find a new way to de-stress, follow these 5 top tips to get your hiking journey off the ground. Choose an appropriate trail Location is […]
By Joshua Andrews Mersea Island’s Cudmore Grove Country Park holds 102 acres of sandy beaches, rolling grasslands, and a salt marsh. It’s no surprise that this historic site located east of Mersea Island is adored by the public: Wide open fields open out towards wide empty beaches brimming with water bluer than the North Sea […]
By Kate Ford Roman River Valley is a British ancient woodland hiding just south of Colchester, Essex. Now a nature reserve managed by Essex Wildlife Trust, the site is a welcoming, wild space suitable for all experience levels. It would be easy to rush through this wild space: its gentle, rolling terrain opens out towards […]