The sun was out, and the mist was hanging low, clinging to the hills like wisps of cotton wool; a morning walk should never be
Category: chronicle
Perfection not required
The countryside doesn’t have to present a perfect picture to inspire. The weather, the landscape and the time of year all have their own character,
Why Rural Storytelling Needs a Human Hand
The countryside has never been short of stories. They live in the people who work the land, the businesses that sustain rural communities, the wildlife
Twenty Conversations
There is something I’ve always found fascinating about people who have a deep connection with the countryside: however familiar their job, their surroundings or their
The Long Way Home
The Long Way Home As I get older, I find myself looking back with a sense of gratitude while still looking ahead to the next
The Chronicle Begins
There comes a point where you stop and take stock. Over the years, my work has taken many forms. Writing, photography, books, and more recently,