Monthly Archives: October 2023

The Big Book of Beasts: Yuval Zommer (The Big Book series) Hardcover

The Big Book of Beasts: Yuval Zommer (The Big Book series) Hardcover “The Big Book of Beasts” is an engaging and informative children’s book written and illustrated by Yuval Zommer. Published in 2017, this book is part of Zommer’s series, which also includes titles like “The Big Book of Bugs” and… Read more »

The Big Book of Bugs: Yuval Zommer (The Big Book series) Hardcover

The Big Book of Bugs: Yuval Zommer (The Big Book series) Hardcover “The Big Book of Bugs” is a delightful and informative children’s book written and illustrated by Yuval Zommer. Published in 2016, the book is part of a series that includes other titles such as “The Big Book of Beasts”… Read more »

The Big Book of the Blue: Yuval Zommer (The Big Book series) Hardcover

The Big Book of the Blue: Yuval Zommer (The Big Book series) Hardcover “The Big Book of the Blue” is a captivating and educational children’s book written by Yuval Zommer. Released in 2018, this beautifully illustrated book introduces young readers to the wonders of the underwater world, exploring the diverse marine… Read more »

Reviving Coastal Ecosystems: 10,000 Oysters Released to Combat Pollution

In a bid to address declining oyster populations and combat sea pollution, approximately 10,000 native oysters have been introduced to a manmade reef off the North East coast. Positioned off Whitburn, South Tyneside, the underwater platform aims to foster a new marine ecosystem by using over 750 tonnes of old… Read more »

Mindfulness Trail in Forest of Dean Offers Mental Health Respite

Forestry England has unveiled a new mindfulness trail near Symonds Yat Rock in the Forest of Dean, designed to provide a mental health retreat for visitors. The self-led walk meanders through the woodland, adorned with theme panels encouraging people to “pause, unplug, and mindfully reconnect” with nature. Jonathan Blair, Forestry… Read more »

England Implements Ban on Single-Use Plastics: A Small Step Towards a Cleaner Environment

In a significant move to combat plastic pollution, England is set to enforce a ban on some single-use plastic items starting this Sunday. The new rules will prohibit shops and hospitality businesses from supplying plastic cutlery, balloon sticks, and polystyrene cups. This initiative, driven by the government, aims to address… Read more »

Reviving an Ancient Practice: Scotland’s First Official Gleaning Project Addresses 21st Century Food Needs

In the picturesque fields of Perthshire, a centuries-old tradition is making a comeback, driven by a modern-day cause. Gleaning, an ancient practice of collecting leftover crops post-harvest, is now being revived in Scotland to address the contemporary issue of food waste and community hunger. Volunteers in Blairgowrie are actively participating… Read more »

A Guide to Autumn Abundance in Your Grow Your Own Garden

As the crisp autumn breeze sweeps through the UK (storm Agnes excluded), the leaves paint the world in warm hues, our gardens undergo a seasonal transformation, it’s a time of reflection and tranquillity, and if you have been growing your own fruits and vegetables it a of abundance. Embracing environmentally… Read more »