Rewilding Reflections – May 2022
As the conversations around rewilding grow and widen, we can all revisit the lost skills of observation, patience and trust to help us understand, appreciate and re-engage with the natural world.
About Ruth Saunders
This author has yet to write their bio.Meanwhile lets just say that we are proud Ruth Saunders contributed a whooping 21 entries.
Entries by Ruth Saunders
Rewilding at Dittiscombe: learning to love a new-look landscape
11th August 2021 in Frontpage Article, Images, News, Rewilding /by Ruth SaundersCan we learn to love a new look landscape by embracing a partnership with nature and living alongside it rather than trying to dominate and alter natural processes? We started rewilding at Dittiscombe in 1998 which became our own personal journey as well that of the land around us.
Memorable Eating Out Places in the South Hams
26th November 2019 in Images, News, Travel /by Ruth SaundersHolidays are of course memorable for many reasons, but sometimes those stand-out moments might just be the simple pleasure of eating and drinking in a beautiful place. Ruth finds some of the most memorable places to eat in the South Hams.
Could Messy Gardening Save the Planet?
30th October 2019 in Frontpage Article, Images, Local History, News, Travel /by Ruth SaundersCan we help the planet by doing virtually nothing in our own back gardens? At Dittiscombe Estate we’ve been rewilding a previously farmed valley for over 20 years. Find out if the proof is in the oak tree!
A Dog’s Holiday – New Adventures in the South Hams!
12th March 2018 in Frontpage Article, Images, News, Travel /by Ruth SaundersTry a new holiday experience with your dog while you are on holiday in the very dog-friendly area of the South Hams in South Devon.
A dog friendly welcome to South Devon!
6th December 2016 in Images, News, Travel /by Ruth SaundersBring your dog for a truly dog-friendly holiday to South Devon. Ruth and her faithful companion Kes the Collie can vouch for many great walks, and dog-friendly beaches, cafes, pubs and restaurants in the area.
The Secret World of a Devon Hedgerow
28th October 2016 in Frontpage Article, Images, Local History, News, Travel /by Ruth SaundersDevon hedgerows burst with wildflowers between April and July, so it’s a perfect time to enjoy these abundant displays. But they are also wonderful wildlife corridors and areas of true biodiversity. A walk or cycle along a Devon green lane will be a journey of discovery!
An Exotic Seaside Garden in South Devon
13th June 2016 in News /by Ruth SaundersThe National Trust’s Overbeck’s garden and museum is tucked into a belt of woodland high above Salcombe estuary and beaches, and is a stone’s throw from dramatic and spectacular views around Starehole Bay at Bolt Head on the the South West Coast Path.
Michael Morpurgo’s war time story set in Slapton
3rd May 2016 in News /by Ruth SaundersMichael Morpurgo’s adaptation of the D Day Landing practices which took place at Slapton Sands near Dittiscombe will be played out at The Globe in London in August.
The Great Short Break Escape!
24th October 2015 in Local History, News, Travel /by Ruth SaundersThis is a great time to take a short break. Prices are lower, beaches are empty, and the logs are piled high ready for an evening snuggled up in front of the woodburner with a good book!
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