Are you brand new to polytunnels? Perhaps you are just setting up your first tunnel? Or is it time to replace the plastic on your existing tunnel? Here are my top tips for when it comes time to (re) skin your polytunnel! Our polytunnel was absolutely decimated by a storm this past winter. Most of…
We live in a time where food is more abundant than ever. Supermarkets are full to overflowing with any type of produce you could possibly want. You can eat strawberries at Christmas and oranges all year round, if you so desire. Why then, have I prioritised growing my own fruits and vegetables? Would I not…
Are you looking to pack some more protein into your plant-based diet? Are you fed up of ultra-processed meat alternatives, and looking for something more wholesome and sustaining? Then you absolutely need to know how to make lentil tofu! First and foremost, I cannot take credit for this idea. I saw this YouTube video about…
Are you a smallholder? Would you like to know what other smallholding folk are occupying themselves with as Spring awakens? Or are you just keen to find out what is on the jobs list for us smallholders in March? Then this post is just what you’re looking for. Keep reading to find out about the…
Are you interested in becoming a smallholder? Would you like to find out what is involved in getting started on your smallholding? Here is part three in a series intended to help you turn your smallholding dreams into reality! So, you have your smallholding! The last post outlined the big ticket items to consider in…
Are you hoping to throw a party without all the single-use waste most parties generate? You are not alone! I recently hosted a birthday party for my toddler, and wrestled with my competing desires to throw my child and her friends a fun party, whilst staying true to my eco-friendly morals. I feel like I…
Are you a smallholder? Would you like to know what other smallholding folk are occupying themselves with as Winter drags on? Or are you just keen to find out what is on the jobs list for us smallholders in February? Here’s an overview of our jobs this February, although this year has been a little…
Are you interested in becoming a smallholder? Would you like to find out what is involved in getting set up on a parcel of your very own land? Here is part two in a series intended to help you turn your smallholding dreams into reality! So, you now own a smallholding or a property with…
Have you been affected by a serious adverse weather event? Are you concerned about climate change and wondering how to make your home more resilient against future storms? Here’s how we survived the worst storm to hit the UK in over a decade, including the 10 days without mains power, landline or internet connection that…
Are you after a nourishing, healthy, warming soup recipe? Then look no further! This delicious, sustaining, creamy broccoli soup is sure to tick all the boxes! Recipe Serves 6 | Prep time: 10 minutes | Cooking time: 1 hour Ingredients Method
