Foraging and the Law in the UK: The Ultimate Guide (2026) and more

Foraging in the UK is a beautiful way to connect with nature, but it is often shrouded in legal myths. Many believe it is entirely illegal to “trespass” or pick plants on private land, while others think they have a “right to roam” and harvest everything in sight. The truth lies in a balance of...

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Douglas Fir needle tea tastes like fresh grapefruit and lime, and you can make it from needles you pick yourself. This evergreen tree now grows across Britain, and harvesting the soft needles is easy and gentle. The tea is packed with vitamin C, especially useful during winter months. Whether you are new to foraging or...

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I’ll never forget the first time I properly identified a juniper bush on a November walk through the Scottish Highlands—those dusty blue-black berries nestled amongst the prickly grey-green needles looked almost magical. That first handful I harvested transformed a simple pork stew into something extraordinary, with their piney, citrusy flavour cutting through the rich meat...

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Whether you are new to foraging or not, foraging for wild food turns any walk in the countryside into a mini adventure. It’s also a great way to supplement your food shopping, help you to plan your meals and exciting new ingredients into your diet. To help you to identify your plants, it’s best to...

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There are many types of wild cabbage (the picture is wild sea cabbage) and you can find it usually anywhere on the outskirts of villages, towns and seaside. Wild cabbage is nutritious and can be used in any recipe that calls for cabbage. Where to find wild cabbage Wild Cabbage (Brassica oleracea) is the ancestor...

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