The summer holidays are over, the days are getting shorter and there’s a distinct chill in the air. But to prepare ourselves for hibernation would mean missing out on the treats of a season that’s arguably the most beautiful of all. Bonfire smoke, piles of red and golden leaves and misty sunsets make us forgive the lack of sunshine. And a countryside stroll or even just a brief walk » around your neighbourhood park offers an adventure of new-season discovery for all ages, all with little planning and no special equipment - except, perhaps, an empty basket to fill with the one fruit that best sums up the essence of a British autumn: the apple.
The fruit of an apple tree plucked straight from its branches will always taste good, and…
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The Simple Things (Digital) - 1 Issue, October 2022