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Beekeeping
The Forager's Calendar
by John Wright
Month-by-month guide to what's in season across the UK. The book we recommend most.
Food for Free
by Richard Mabey
The classic foraging bible — over 250 wild plants, fruits, and fungi. A British essential.
River Cottage Handbook: Hedgerow
by John Wright
Everything you need to know about foraging in UK hedgerows, from sloes to sorrel.
Collins Mushroom Guide
by Thomas Laessoe
The most trusted UK mushroom identification guide. Essential before you pick any fungus.
Self-Sufficiency for the 21st Century
by Dick Strawbridge & James Strawbridge
The complete guide to living off-grid in the UK. From growing to preserving to foraging.
The Hedgerow Handbook
by Adele Nozedar
A beautiful guide to the wild plants, remedies, and recipes hiding in UK hedgerows.
Hultafors HVK Foraging Knife
The go-to knife for UK foragers — sharp, safe, and built to last. Our top pick.
Wicker Foraging Basket
Traditional basket for collecting wild food. Lets spores spread as you walk — better than plastic bags.
Waterproof Roll-Top Bag
Keep your foraged finds dry on wet days. Roll-top seal, lightweight, and affordable.
10x Plant Identification Loupe
Essential magnifier for examining leaves, stems, and spore prints. Every forager needs one.
Waterproof Field Notebook
Rite in the Rain notebook — write in any weather. Perfect for recording foraging spots.
Compact First Aid Kit
Waterproof pocket kit with bandages, plasters, and antiseptic. Essential for any foraging trip.
Practical Beekeeping
by Clive de Bruyn
The essential guide to starting your first hive in the UK. Clear, practical, and comprehensive.
Full Beekeeping Suit with Veil
Essential protection for hive inspections. Full suit with integrated veil and gloves.
Stainless Steel Bee Smoker
Calm your bees during inspections. Stainless steel with heat shield — built to last.
Cedar National Beehive
British Standard National hive in cedar. The most popular hive style in the UK.
Stainless Steel Hive Tool
The most used tool in beekeeping. Essential for prying apart frames and scraping propolis.
Rapid Bee Feeder
Essential for feeding sugar syrup in winter and spring. Fits directly over the crown board.
Instant PDF downloads to take on your foraging adventures. Print at home or take to a print shop for best results.
UK Foraging Season Calendar 2026
A3 printable wall calendar showing every edible plant, month by month. Never miss a season again!
🖨️ Printable
Mushroom Identification Flash Cards
30 printable flashcards covering the most common UK mushrooms — edible and deadly. Perfect for families and beginners.
🖨️ Printable
Dangerous Lookalikes Cheat Sheet
A4 printable showing every dangerous plant side-by-side with its safe lookalike. Could save a life.
⚠️ Safety
Family Foraging Adventure Pack
Complete pack for families: ID cards, activity sheets, safety checklist, and seasonal calendar. Ages 5-11.
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