Confusing Climate With the early and prolific berries – Holly, Hawthorn etc – seen in early Autumn, I felt it was Mother Natures’ way of providing food for our birds through another long hard Winter but the pre Xmas snow and ice soon disappeared with a mild snap following and not too many berries remaining. [...]
Exmoor History Exmoor lies in an ancient landscape known for its mysterious folklore and people. Split between Devon and Somerset it has rugged moor, heathland, beaches and jagged cliffs as well as ancient woodland. Once upon a time Exmoor was covered in ancient woodland that was used as royal deer hunting grounds, the land was [...]
Exmoor Traditional Crafts Exmoor can be a harsh landscape to live in and be part of. The residents of the moor have had to utilise the local resources to their full potential to survive the cold winters and to make a few extra pounds on the markets. The first locals looked to the hedgerows [...]
Feeding Time on Exmoor In December keep yourself warm and ‘sleep’. That’s all very well for Dormice and Hedgehogs, many insects and amphibians to withstand the rigours of Winter – ruler of th’inverted year! Apart from the migrants who flee South as if from a plague, many birds are not so fortunate and vital help [...]