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'A treasure-trove of inspiration . . . [Beyond the Footpath] shows us how to make the most of the calm beauty of the natural world that surrounds us, as well as offering practical guidance on where to find - and how to travel to - those special places' Raynor Winn, bestselling author of The Salt Path'Inspirational yet practical. With mindful exercises and tracks to take. Discover the benefits of being a modern pilgrim' Country Living'A brilliant solution to restoring balance and rediscovering meaning' The Simple ThingsAN INSPIRING GUIDE TO WALKING MINDFULLY TO PLACES OF MEANINGA pilgrimage - long, short, secular or religious - gives you the opportunity to step out of your day-to-day routine and follow a path that promises meaning, a little magic and the space to breathe.Beyond the Footpath will take you on a journey to places of spiritual or personal significance - and show you how to travel in a way that enhances your connection to the world and to yourself. Whether you choose a long-distance trail, an ascent of an awe-inspiring mountain, a walk in an ancient forest, a journey to a temple, stone circle or sacred garden, or simply a lunchtime stroll to somewhere special, Beyond the Footpath has suggestions and tips to inspire you to open the door and walk into a world of wonder.

'A treasure-trove of inspiration . .. [Beyond the Footpath] shows us how to make the most of the calm beauty of the natural world that surrounds us, as well as offering practical guidance on where to find - and how to travel to - those special places' Raynor Winn, bestselling author of The Salt Path'Inspirational yet practical. With mindful exercises and tracks to take. Discover the benefits of being a modern pilgrim' Country Living'A brilliant solution to restoring balance and rediscovering meaning' The Simple ThingsAN INSPIRING GUIDE TO WALKING MINDFULLY TO PLACES OF MEANINGA pilgrimage - long, short, secular or religious - gives you the opportunity to step out of your day-to-day routine and follow a path that promises meaning, a little magic and the space to breathe.Beyond the Footpath will take you on a journey to places of spiritual or personal significance - and show you how to travel in a way that enhances your connection to the world and to yourself. Whether you choose a long-distance trail, an ascent of an awe-inspiring mountain, a walk in an ancient forest, a journey to a temple, stone circle or sacred garden, or simply a lunchtime stroll to somewhere special, Beyond the Footpath has suggestions and tips to inspire you to open the door and walk into a world of wonder.

Unleash your inner enchantress and discover a world of magic and possibilities.Immerse yourself in a spellbinding journey, exploring themes of ancient rituals, mystical techniques, and empowering discoveries, and uncover the secrets of spellcasting, potion-making, divination, and enchantments.You will learn:• The art of crafting powerful spells that manifest your desires.• How to harness the energy of the moon phases for spellwork.• Secrets of herbal magic and creating potent potions.• Techniques for enhancing your intuitive abilities and divination skills.By delving into The Witch’s Yearbook, you'll unlock your magical potential, gain profound wisdom, and embark on a transformative journey that will empower you beyond your imagination.Join acclaimed author Clare Gogerty, a seasoned practitioner of the craft, as she shares her extensive knowledge and expertise in the magical arts. With her deep understanding of the mystical realm, Clare guides you on a captivating adventure, helping you tap into the ancient wisdom and embrace your inner witch.

A year-long magical adventure with everything the modern witch needs to develop their witchy practice.Have you ever looked at a full moon on a clear winter night and shivered? Have you walked in an ancient forest or sat in a stone circle and felt a deep sense of peace and belonging? Do you wonder if there is more to life than the grind of the everyday? Do you believe in magic?If the answers to any of these are yes, then you need witchcraft in your life. No longer tainted by notions of sorcery, hexes and cobwebs, witchcraft has been rediscovered by those of us yearning for re-enchantment.This card deck will guide you through a year of magic. Based on the cycles of nature and guided by the seasons, it will give you the tools and knowhow to unveil the magic that surrounds us. By celebrating the eight sabbats of the Wheel of the Year, you will work with nature to activate your hidden power and trigger miraculous happenings. Witchcraft can attract love, give your career a boost, protect your home and help with healing. It will enrich your life.Packed with information and practical rituals and exercises, this card deck boosts well-being, self-worth and happiness by tapping into the healing power of nature, the cycle of the seasons, the pull of the moon, the wisdom of ancient trees and forgotten paths, and the spiritual rewards of creativity. It includes:Seasonal spells, remedies, rituals and affirmations that use the power of plants, herbs and stones to offer guidance and healing.Features including crystal gazing, dowsing, reading the Tarot, the magic of stone circles and folklore traditions, to increase knowledge and inspire curiosity.Creative projects with a witchy purpose that can be used in rituals and spells.Whether you are a solitary hedge witch, part of a coven, a practising witch or an aspiring one, this card deck will furnish you with the vital knowledge to enrich your journey and to sprinkle magic and enchantment over every day.

The ultimate reference to growing plants from seed.Seeds are magical. Every little one has the potential to become a new plant and give you more seeds - connecting us to the circle of life and nature's endless ability to surprise and delight. The act of planting seeds and watching them grow into seedlings and then on into productive plants is enormously therapeutic. Even when things don't go to plan, the gardener is constantly learning, growing and deepening their connection to nature. It's an incredibly grounding and humbling experience that feeds the soul of the gardener.This beautifully illustrated guide will show readers how and when to harvest the seeds of 100 different garden plants and flowers, with advice on when and how to sow them, and where and when to plant them out. Alongside this hands-on guidance, the reader will be engaged with snippets of folklore and traditions that further enhance their appreciation of nature and help them discover the inherent magic of seeds.Whether the reader is a practising green witch, or simply an amateur gardener with a spiritual affinity with nature, this book will give them everything they need to successfully make a garden from seed and unlock the wonders of nature.

Discover the magic of growing plants from seed with this beautifully illustrated card deck. Featuring 52 plants from flowers to herbs, each card shows the full lifecycle of the plant, explores its uses and reveals some of the myths and stories behind its name, with a beginner’s guide to growing from seed in the accompanying 16 page booklet.Learn how to identify seeds, when best to plant them and what the blooms that sprout up can be used for in the kitchen, in the medicine kit, or simply to infuse your life with a little natural magic. Presented in a covetable wafer sealed box, the 16-page booklet shares all the information you will need to get started on your seed growing journey. Step-by-step illustrations show the tools and techniques needed to start growing from seed, in an easy to follow format. Alongside this hands-on guidance, the reader will be engaged with snippets of folklore and traditions that further enhance their appreciation of nature and help them discover the inherent magic of seeds. The perfect tool to help you imagine your dream garden, this deck is full of inspiration, helping you discover the seeds for plants that will fill your life with magic.Because seeds are inherently magical. Every little one has the potential to become a new plant and give you even more seeds - connecting us to the circle of life and nature's endless ability to surprise and delight. The act of planting seeds and watching them grow into seedlings and then on into productive plants is enormously therapeutic. Even when things don't go to plan, a gardener is constantly learning, growing and deepening their connection to nature. With this handy card deck, perfect for beginners or more experience gardeners alike, planning a new garden is easy, and knowing the meaning and story behind each plant makes the process that bit more magical.Whether you are a practising green witch, or simply an amateur gardener with a spiritual affinity with nature, this card deck will give you everything you need to successfully grow a garden from seed and unlock the wonders of nature.

Introducing The Little Wild Library: Elder – your ultimate guide to foraging, crafting, and creating with the versatile elder tree. From its fragrant elderflowers in the spring to the vibrant elderberries of autumn, this pocket-sized book brings the essence of this glorious plant into your hands all year round. Whether you're a seasoned forager or a curious beginner, this charming guide will teach you how to identify, harvest, and make the most of the elder, offering recipes, crafts, and folklore to enrich your journey.• Easy-to-Follow Foraging Tips: Learn how to spot the elder among other hedgerow plants, and discover the simple, beginner-friendly steps to harvesting its flowers and berries.• Seasonal Recipes & Crafts: Enjoy a range of recipes and makes, perfect for any time of year.• Rich in History & Folklore: Dive into the fascinating myths and legends surrounding the elder, adding a layer of magic to your foraging adventures.• Compact & Practical: The handy pocket-size makes it easy to take the book out on your foraging expeditions.Whether you're stepping into the world of foraging for the first time or looking for new ways to enjoy the elder tree, The Little Wild Library: Elder is the perfect companion. With detailed botanical information and delightful seasonal projects, this guide will inspire you to explore the bounty of the natural world all year long.

Introducing The Little Wild Library: Wild Rose – a delightful guide that invites you to explore the beauty and versatility of the wild rose throughout the seasons. Known for its charming scent and vibrant rosehips, the wild rose is a plant that enchants foragers and nature lovers alike. From the delicate blooms of spring to the colorful berries of autumn, this pocket-sized guide helps you make the most of every stage of the wild rose’s life, offering practical foraging tips, seasonal recipes, and fascinating folklore.• Simple Foraging Tips: Learn to identify the wild rose among other hedgerow plants, with easy-to-follow guidance on where and when to forage.• Seasonal Recipes & Crafts: Discover a variety of beginner-friendly recipes and crafts, from rosehip syrup to fragrant flower infusions, perfect for any time of year.• Rich History & Folklore: Dive into the myths and legends surrounding the wild rose, including how it earned its name, adding an enchanting touch to your foraging experience.• Compact & Practical: This handy guide is designed to be taken out on your foraging adventures, helping you spot the wild rose’s blossoms or vibrant rosehips whenever you’re out exploring.Whether you're new to foraging or looking to deepen your connection to the natural world, The Little Wild Library: Wild Rose is the perfect introduction to one of the most beloved plants in the hedgerow. With its wealth of botanical information, seasonal recipes, and magical folklore, this book will inspire you to engage with the plants around you and make the most of their many gifts.

Introducing The Little Wild Library: Hawthorn – a captivating pocket-sized guide to the magical and practical hawthorn tree. Known for its frothy white blossoms in spring and vibrant red berries in autumn, the hawthorn is a beloved tree that provides shelter, food, and enchantment throughout the year. From the moment its blossoms appear in May, to the fall when its berries brighten the hedgerow, this book reveals how to forage, craft, and cook with this ancient tree, all while uncovering its deep roots in myth and folklore.• Simple Foraging Guidance: Learn how to identify the hawthorn among its hedgerow companions, with easy-to-follow tips on when and where to forage its flowers and berries.• Seasonal Recipes & Crafts: Explore beginner-friendly recipes and crafts, from hawthorn jelly to soothing tinctures, perfect for making use of this versatile tree all year round.• Rich History & Folklore: Discover the fascinating myths surrounding the hawthorn, a tree considered sacred to the Celtic druids.Whether you're new to foraging or looking to connect with the ancient plants of the hedgerow, The Little Wild Library: Hawthorn is the perfect introduction to this magical tree. With its blend of practical foraging advice, seasonal projects, and enchanting folklore, this guide will inspire you to embrace the hawthorn’s many gifts and explore the natural world around you.

In The Little Wild Library: Nettle, discover how to make the most of this tenacious plant, with recipes and makes to try throughout the year. Bursting to life in spring and popping up everywhere, the nettle is one of the most common plants, though sometimes cruelly called weeds!Once you’ve found your favourite patch of nettles, come back as the seasons change and find new things to do with your foraged treasure...• Learn how to identify and how to safely forage for nettles.• Discover easy recipes that make use of fresh and sweet nettle tips that appear in spring.• All the recipes and makes are beginner friendly!Learn how to identify the nettle amidst its hedgerow friends from the comprehensive botanical information included, and take this pocket-sized book out on foraging adventures to help spot the urtica dioica waving merrily on a spring breeze, or brightening a dull fall afternoon. Through the book, learn all about the nettle including how it got its name, and discover some of the myths, legends, and folklore attached to this fantastic plant.The perfect beginner's guide to foraging, in a handy pocket-sized format, The Little Wild Library: Nettle will reveal the secrets of this magical weed and inspire those new to foraging to experiment and explore the beautiful plants around them.

In The Little Wild Library: Dandelion, discover what makes this little burst of sunshine and fluff so special, with a host of recipes and makes to try throughout the year. All the recipes and makes are beginner friendly, making it easier and more fulfilling to engage with the natural world and form a connection to the plants and flowers that decorate our lives.Take this pocket-sized book out on foraging adventures to help spot the plant in its natural habitat waving its fluffy dandelion "clock" merrily on a spring breeze, or brightening a dull afternoon with its burst of vibrant color, and learn:• How to identify the dandelion from the comprehensive botanical information included• How to safely collect and use the dandelion plants and flowers• How to make a whole host of delicious, useful or just plain fun projects using the Dandelion.Through the book, explore how the dandelion got its name, and discover some of the myths, legends, and folklore attached to this fantastic plant.The perfect beginner's guide to foraging, in a handy pocket-sized format, The Little Wild Library: Dandelion will reveal the secrets of this magical weed and inspire those new to foraging to experiment and explore the beautiful plants around them.

In The Little Wild Library: Clover, discover what makes this industrious and nutritious plant so special, with a host of recipes and makes to try throughout the year.• Learn how to make the most of what this magnificent plant has to offer, all while gaining a better understanding of the ecosystem of which clover forms such a vital part.• All the recipes and makes are beginner friendly, making it easier and more fulfilling to engage with the natural world and form a connection to the plants and flowers that decorate our lives.• Learn how to identify the clover from the comprehensive botanical information included, and take this pocket-sized book out on foraging adventures to help spot the plant in its natural habitat.Through the book, explore how clover got its name, and discover some of the myths, legends, and folklore attached to this fantastic plant.The perfect beginner's guide to foraging, in a handy pocket-sized format, The Little Wild Library: Clover will reveal the secrets of this magical weed and inspire those new to foraging to experiment and explore the beautiful plants around them.

Step into an enchanting world where the charm of The Flower Fairies meets the nourishing power of nature.The Flower Fairies Herbal takes readers on a journey through meadows, woodlands and waysides to discover the plants and flowers brought to life by Cicely Mary Barker’s timeless illustrations. Within its pages are fifty recipes, ranging from delightful sweet treats and seasonal syrups to soothing balms and herbal tinctures — all inspired by or incorporating the plants associated with the Flower Fairies.This beautifully illustrated book brings the spirit of a country cottage into the kitchen. Whether you’re making lavender shortbread, red clover lip balm, or a rosehip cordial inspired by the Rosehip Fairy, you’ll find recipes that celebrate the beauty and bounty of the natural world. Each creation is accompanied by the original flower fairies illustrations, blending nostalgia with practical, nature-based knowledge.The book includes:50 inspiring recipes rooted in the flowers and plants depicted in Barker’s fairy illustrationsRemedies and beauty balms like marigold healing salve and dandelion honeyA celebration of seasonal foraging and slow living for the modern-day fairy enthusiastA perfect gift for lovers of folklore, botanical craft and magical cookeryA timeless hardback edition with original artwork, making it a collector’s treasureBring the Flower Fairies into your home and kitchen — and experience a little magic in every jar, bottle and bake.FLOWER FAIRIES™ Frederick Warne &Co. All rights reserved. Copyright © The Estate of Cicely Mary Barker, 2026. All rights reserved. Licensed by Frederick Warne & Co.

'You'll feel utterly transformed' - Sunday Times'Helps adds a spiritual depth to our wanderings' - The Simple ThingsWellness travellers are seeking transformative experiences - wellness is, by nature, a journey and a quest. The concept of transformative travel is about finding experiences through trips that shift perspective and allow digital detoxing, connection with oneself, nature, communities and a sense of the bigger picture in life.Sacred Places is a stunning new coffee table exploration for seekers of unusual and enlightening destinations, for both armchair travelling and as inspiration for future journeys. The book will be particularly focused on experiences, in addition to a full description of the place. For example, plant medicine ceremonies in South America, walking the Camino Way, Stonehenge on the winter solstice, wild swimming in Iceland's sacred hot springs and silent retreats. Entries also introduce the history and geography of the place, significant stories, dates to visit, myths, legends and ceremonies.

Our shadow side is an essential part of our selves; understanding and working with it brings great strength, creativity and wholeness to life. With this deck you can ramble through the dark forest of your mind to find shining stars and moons in the shadow places. Pick a card and discover moon goddesses, bird souls, wolves, rebels, water spirits, archetypes, wild elements and magical creatures, all intertwined in 40 gorgeous watercolour artworks. Each artwork is full of many hidden meanings and associations, which help you explore your shadow self, psychologically and magically.The cards are divided into four suits, or worlds:the invisible world, which contains memories, the inner child, the subconscious, the chakras, the breath, magic and spirit guidesThe dream world, full of dream symbolism, Jungian shadow archetypes, common dreams of the shadow selfThe natural world, resplendent with forest, ocean, the moon, stars, animals and birds, caves, rivers and lakes.The imagined world, the realm of folklore, fairy tales, myths, legends and wise womenThe guidebook will go into more detail, with a description of each card's main themes and messages, an affirmation, and an activity such as lucid dreaming, breath work, moon rituals, tree wisdom, art therapy, mandalas and so much more.

Discover how to awaken the magic of the elements in your outdoor space through thoughtful planting, careful planning of features and simple spells and rituals.Modern witchcraft is a nature-based discipline, harnessing the power of plants, the spirit of the land, the benefits of each season and the cycle of nature. Inspired by the Five Elements – Spirit, Air, Fire, Water and Earth – and based on author Clare Gogerty's own experience, Your Magical Garden will encourage you to look at your outdoor space with a witch’s eye. Each chapter is based on one of the Five Elements and offers details about the element and its potency, how to work with it in your garden, what plants are associated with it, and corresponding remedies, rituals and spells. You will learn how to create spiritual features, such as a moon gate, leaf mandala, scrying pool and fire pit, as well as ways to care for nature, such as rewilding to create a haven for plants and wildlife. Discover the wonder of re-enchanting your garden, however small, and creating a place of contemplation, meditation and connection with the earth.

The elemental pull of water is irresistible, whether it’s to bathe, swim, shower, splash about, sail or simply paddle. We are drawn to it not just for pleasure but for its healing and wellbeing benefits. Destinations, from holy wells to mysterious lakes and enchanted rivers, also have spiritual meaning and are shrouded in myths and folklore. In The Water Remedy, Clare Gogerty offers a guide to some of the best places in the UK to enjoy being with water, inspiring us to see beyond its day-to-day domestic use so that we can benefit from its spiritual and restorative powers.Discover the difference that our rivers and seas, lakes and springs, wells and waterways can all make to our wellbeing

The official TV-tie in to the popular Channel 4 programme 'Penelope Keith's Hidden Villages' Explore the most interesting and beautiful examples of British village life in this lavishly illustrated book, published as a companion volume to the highly successful Channel 4 television series, 'Penelope Keith's Hidden Villages'. Featuring gorgeous illustrations and dust jackets from Brian Cook's iconic designs, the book explores the villages as they appeared then and now.It's hard not to be enchanted by rural villages. From thatched roofs, charming churches, bunting, cream teas and the local landscape, they capture our imaginations. Structured by region, this book follows Penelope's journey through Britain across all four series, including the idyllic villages found in the Costwolds, the cosy cottages of East Anglia and the treasures nestled in the North Yorkshire moors.Pictured alongside Brian Cook's iconic illustrations, Hidden Villages of Britain takes you through the fascinating history and the curious customs and characters unique to each village and how they survive in the present. From bog snorkelling in Llanwrtyd Wells and gravy wrestling in Stacksteads to cheese rolling down Cooper's Hill in Brockworth and dwile flocking (where contestants seek to soak their opponents with a beer-soaked cloth outside the village pub), snippets of the history, life and traditions of each village are fully explored.Whether you are looking for a place for your next holiday, a guide to Britain's rural landscape or have a love for Britain's most inspirational settings, this book is perfect for the armchair traveller.

A gift book celebrating how much happiness can be found in 100 simple, everyday things – from the feel of fresh sheets to the joy of daydreaming. The perfect antidote to the pressurised, disconnected modern world.From feel of fresh sheets to the joy of daydreaming, this book reminds us how much happiness can be found in the smallest things. The writing is tender and uplifting with touches of humour. It's a balm for the soul in our increasingly screen-based, disconnected world. There are beautiful illustrations dotted throughout.The 100 simple pleasures include:Climbing a hillThe smell of autumn leavesFresh sheetsThe sun on your backPeople watchingHolding handsPlanting a seedThe first coffee of the dayWriting a Letter.

Increasing numbers of urban dwellers has led to many of us feeling alienated from the natural world. This is not how we are meant to live, and we don’t have to. Even in the most built-up environment, nature makes its presence felt. All we have to do is let it in.This book offers 50 invigorating activities and step-by-step projects to do exactly that, for anyone craving a connection with the natural world, but especially those living in cities and towns with limited daily access to it.Green refuges and outdoor spaces are more important now than ever – a break from our stressful, tech-consumed lives. It is well researched that being in nature radically improves our mental health, just minutes from your doorstep. Nature is waiting for us to discover it, even in the most urban environment. Go on a night safari, make a worm farm or create a one-pot allotment. With 200 smart illustrations, this practical and accessible guide will expand your horizons and increase your appreciation of wild spaces, whether on the street, in the park, or in nearby nature reserves. Chapters include: Be an Urban Naturalist: Go on a night safari, appreciate winter trees, spot moths or build a weathervaneEngage with the Elements: Wild swimming, mudlarking, barefoot walking and creating art with found natural objectsLook to the Skies: Cloudspotting, the dawn chorus and looking for murmurationsMake Space for Nature: Building for biodiversity, make a worm farm, green up all your spaceDig for Victory: Grow microgreens or create a one-pot allotmentFind Your Wild Tribe: Join a community garden, adopt a street tree or take a city hike