19 November 2012
12 November 2012
31 October 2012
Foraging Walk
Members of Transition
Sudbury and District braved the sleet and cold
to learn about the forgotten art of foraging at the weekend.
The educational event was held at Tiger Hill nature reserve near
Assington and was hosted by reserve warden Nick Miller.
He said: ““People are unlikely to survive purely on foraging, it’s
more of a hobby. But knowing about the properties of plants and trees
can greatly enhance a walk.”
This time of year wild mushrooms come into their own and 2012 has been
particularly good for fungi compared with the dry autumns we’ve
experienced of late. Puffballs, parasols and blewits are just some of
the locally-found fungi that can be taken home for dinner.
But Mr Miller has a word of warning for would-be foragers preparing to
head out into the wilds.
“There are a number of toxic mushrooms out there and my rule is if you
are uncertain don’t eat it. The problem is you can easily get it
wrong. For example, there is a type of mushroom, which is
poisonous, that resembles the field mushroom, which you can eat. And
telling the two apart can be difficult.”
A big thank you to Nick for his time and knowledge.
to learn about the forgotten art of foraging at the weekend.
The educational event was held at Tiger Hill nature reserve near
Assington and was hosted by reserve warden Nick Miller.
He said: ““People are unlikely to survive purely on foraging, it’s
more of a hobby. But knowing about the properties of plants and trees
can greatly enhance a walk.”
This time of year wild mushrooms come into their own and 2012 has been
particularly good for fungi compared with the dry autumns we’ve
experienced of late. Puffballs, parasols and blewits are just some of
the locally-found fungi that can be taken home for dinner.
But Mr Miller has a word of warning for would-be foragers preparing to
head out into the wilds.
“There are a number of toxic mushrooms out there and my rule is if you
are uncertain don’t eat it. The problem is you can easily get it
wrong. For example, there is a type of mushroom, which is
poisonous, that resembles the field mushroom, which you can eat. And
telling the two apart can be difficult.”
A big thank you to Nick for his time and knowledge.
Photo by Phil Morley, EADT. (see the EADT website for full report)
24 October 2012
Apple Pressing Day
Folk came from far and wide with their bags of apples for pressing and took home containers filled with beautiful juice. The Transition Group apple press is available for hire by groups and individuals, contact Jane Hatton (seen here directing operations).
18 October 2012
Foraging Walk MUST BOOK PLACE
A guided Foraging Walk has been organised starting at 10.30am on Saturday 27th October at Tiger Hill Nature Reserve, postcode CO8 5BW.
Directions: From
Assington, opposite Arger Fen, turn right through the gate with white sign. Parking available on grass.
Children welcome and well behaved dogs on leads.
Please
feel free to bring any foraged items you might have to discuss and any
donations will be split between Tiger Hill and the Transition group.
Places are limited, to book please contact Jane Hatton on 01787 468634.
Apple Day
Don't forget Wheldon's Farm Store Apple Day this Saturday 10-5pm.
Lots happening, should be a good day.
See the link for full details http://www.wheldonsfruitfarm.co.uk/news.php
Lots happening, should be a good day.
See the link for full details http://www.wheldonsfruitfarm.co.uk/news.php
28 September 2012
Foraging map
Time to 'fess up to your favourite foraging spots to add onto the new foraging map (bottom of the page). Don't pick all my walnuts! Leave them as a comment and I'll add them to the map.
If you can't see the map click here http://tinyurl.com/foragingmap
If you can't see the map click here http://tinyurl.com/foragingmap
Sudbury Common Lands Walk
Adrian Walters, Ranger at the Common Lands leading an excellent walk. A foraging walk at Tiger Hill is planned for 27th October, more details soon.
Sudbury Farmers Market
Every month the church is filled with a whole range of
delicious, fresh produce and whether it has been brewed, baked, butchered or
harvested nothing will have travelled further than 30 miles to be at the
market.
The range of produce is fantastic and includes home baked
fresh bread, local pork, beef, lamb & game, homemade cakes & pies, fantastic
fruit & vegetables, local apple juice, locally grown cut flowers and an
extensive range of garden plants. There is a small number of high quality,
locally made crafts and a great café run by the Sudbury based charity, The
Bridge Project.
Held on the last Friday, monthly from 9.30am until 2pm
30th November
14th December
St Peter’s Church, Market Hill, Sudbury
Contact Justine Paul for further information on 07704627973
27 September 2012
Apple Pressing Day
APPLE
PRESSING DAY
Thursday
18th October 2012
10.30am
to 1.30pm
Outside
St Peter’s Church Market Hill, Sudbury
Bring your apples (max 10kg per
person) and a container and get them pressed free of charge –
donations welcome
Any queries contact Jane Hatton on 01787 468634
or email
j.hatton01@btinternet.com
Transition Sudbury & District is led by the Sudbury
Market Town
Partnership and is supported by the
Suffolk Foundation “Greenest County” fund, the “Transforming
Suffolk” fund, Waitrose Sudbury, The Mill Hotel, Sudbury Town
Council and SB Surveyors
15 September 2012
Swap Shop
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| Browsing for free goodies |
Next Swap Shop to be held in the Spring at St. Johns Methodist Church Sudbury.
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