LandLove Magazine September 2017 Edizione posteriore

September is always an exciting month as it heralds the start of a new season, when Mother Nature slips on her most colourful cloak. I always look forward to the arrival of autumn as our woodlands turn resplendent shades of orange and gold, and hedgerows glisten with jewel-like berries providing a feast for the birds and us alike, as you’ll discover on p.36 with our scrumptious wild tipple recipes. Hedgerows don’t just provide a source of food, they also offer a safe haven and place to nest for all manner of wildlife, and on p.74 we uncover just what’s hiding in, passing through and hunkering down in these natural corridors through the countryside. You may be surprised to learn that autumn also brings with it ample opportunity to spot a wealth of fascinating marine life splashing and swimming around the coast of the British Isles, as we find out on p.86. We are lucky to be home to a variety of animals in the UK, and on p.92 we delve into the history behind one of our largest – the heavy horse. These gentle giants have long played a part in our rural history, and we go behind the scenes to learn more about their resurgence working in the countryside. This month we’re also taking a closer look at some of Britain’s breathtaking World Heritage Sites, from the Orkney Islands in Scotland to Studley Park in England (p.110). I love exploring our wonderful countryside, and if you do too then don’t miss our feature on Surrey on p.116. We stop by some of the county’s glorious gardens, artisan producers and historic hot spots perfect for visiting in the midst of autumn’s splendour. Don’t forget, the results are in for our 2017 photography competition too – see the stunning winning snaps on p.24. However you choose to spend this month, we hope you find plenty to inspire you in this issue.