Autumn is the berries - go pick

Blackberries are the essence of country life and have many uses, Kitty Scully reports.

SINCE neolithic times we have been eating blackberries. Picking blackberries captures the essence of country life conjuring up romantic images of rustic walks and country lanes. Children love to eat them and a blackberry picking expedition can prove fruitful for all members of the family.

Positive foraging experiences like collecting blackberries can lift the soul. This is especially true with children as it also helps to set a life-long interest in nature and natural un-processed foods. After all, wild foods are totally organic, requiring no human intervention to thrive and best of all, you don’t need your wallet to cash in on the yields.