It is easy to think that green space, open space, even the wide blue sea, is good for one’s health. In some respects, this may be the case. In others, it may not. Let us have a look...

The hawthorn is both wicked and welcome - its thorns draw blood, yet it nurtures ecosystems, hearts, and heritage. Revered in folklore, medicine, and conservation, it supports biodiversity, stabilises soil, and symbolises both fertility and boundaries. This enduring tree bridges science and myth, offering shelter, sustenance, and stories across centuries.

Week 49 I hope I have not done the wrong thing. I have been dithering for several weeks as to whether I should transplant some trees from...