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Category: March

Will it ever stop raining? Plus, lots more to do

Posted on 12/03/202021/11/2021 by Alan

To my recollection, the last time it was properly dry was September 2019. OK, there might have been a day here or there with no rains, but seriously? We have had none of those solstice type lingering highs that produce cold crisp winter days (and hot summer days), no snow, no frost, just rain, wind,…

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Nettle Soup

Posted on 21/02/202021/11/2021 by Alan

A surprise from nature Are you a fan or alarmed by the notion of Nettle Soup? If you are of the latter persuasion, think of it more like leek and potato soup, except it overflows with nettley goodness. Chock full of goodies like Calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, plus vitamins A, C, K plus Folates…

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