Spring 2009 (PM 59)
Transition allotments |
Wade Muggleton tells the story of how two men merged edibles with art to create a special sense of community in the heart of Peterborough |
National treasure grows organically |
Stephanie Boucher visits Sissinghurst Castle and discovers how the estate is relocalising its food supply and embracing sustainable principles on the whole estate |
How to have a green wedding |
A reader’s guide to having an inexpensive yet chic wedding. Jenny Larby shows us that tying the knot doesn’t have to unravel the planet |
Foraging for spring greens |
After a long, cold, dark winter, Steve Andrews shares the pleasure of foraging for simple foods in springtime |
Extending the seasons |
Reader, Vera Greutink-Ichova, describes how to make and plant a cold frame for year-long fresh food |
Another world is possible |
Alberto Ruz Buenfil tells the remarkable story of the alternative Rainbow Caravan in South America and how they became official ambassadors for peace |
Permaculture people |
June Walker has lived in Malawi for over 50 years and is considered the mother of permaculture in her country |
Troubadours of Albion |
Three troubadours rediscover their ancestry by walking around Britain with no money, only a repertoire of traditional songs |
How to grow a micro-orchard |
Grow delicious organic apples in the smallest of spaces, even a patio, with Wade Muggleton |
Wild brewing |
Wild Thing, Grant Sonic, invites you to lift your spirits and prepare for spring with a wild nettle and ginger beer |
How to build reciprocal frame roofs |
Legendary low impact builder, Tony Wrench, shares his latest tips and techniques for roofing low cost dens and dwellings |