A poem from a collection created as part of the Commons Stories series, with Our Upland Commons: A Kind of Wonder reflects on upland commons across England.
Read MoreA poem written in response to consideration of land use traditions and change in England’s upland commons.
Read MoreA poem about dung beetles and their role beside sheep, cows and horses, in the cycling of soil: inspired by a meeting with Clive Turner, in Dartmoor National Park.
Read MoreLambing is a time for seemingly endless chores, and, on occasions, some hands-on assistance for a lamb coming into the world. This poem by Harriet was inspired by her time with John Heighway, in the Shropshire Hills.
Read MoreA poem written after a day gathering herdwicks in from the fells above Langstrath Valley, in the Lake District, with Craig Fearon and his neighbouring commoners.
Read MoreA poem about hedge laying, inspired by a day with Jeremy Weiss in Dartmoor National Park.
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