It’s autumn, and as beautiful as the New Forest is, it has to be self-deprecatingly said that it is a more measured, subdued beauty compared to the wide, dramatic vistas of splendour and spectacle you see in photos of New England’s fiery fall colours … More New Forest Autumn: New England Dreams
Farmland ecology, with its own flora and fauna, contrasts the forest’s with many distinct inhabitants that will be more familiar than the forest’s iconic animals to anyone from the rest of the country. One such creature is the charming, almost comedic, red-legged partridge … More Between Field And Forest: Ziggy At The margins
A slightly different post this time, more housekeeping than a typical entry. This post announces the blog’s new, more visual home and how to change your subscription to the new site … More New Forest Lens: A New, More Visual Home For The Blog
Durdle Door Beach offers a unique perspective, showcasing a vibrant, sunlit scene with blurred waves. The famous arch, often shrouded in shade, suggests the paradox of beauty obscured. … More Beyond The Door: A Mediterranean Moment at Durdle Door Beach
Calshot Spit, a historic site, captures centuries of change from medieval defenses to aviation. Today, it’s a vibrant recreational hub, contrasting its gritty past with activities like sailing and climbing. … More Calshot Spit: Where History Takes Flight
Calshot Marshes, often overlooked, reveal a vibrant ecosystem through drone imagery, highlighting their ecological value in carbon capture and necessity for protection amidst alarming loss of such habitats. … More Calshot Marshes: A Drone’s Perspective on Blue Carbon
St Oswald’s Bay experienced a significant cliff fall on April 30, 2013, showcasing the precarious beauty of the Jurassic Coast, where fossil hunting and nature’s destructive forces coexist. … More Jurassic Coast’s Unstable Beauty: Witnessing a Landslide on the Jurassic Coast
Barton on Sea’s coastal erosion highlights climate change impacts, presenting a critical lesson for schoolchildren studying the landscape’s vulnerability, beauty, and the urgency of protecting it for future generations. … More Between Forest and Sea: When the Sea Bites Back
Calshot Beach has transformed from a smelly, tar-laden shore to a beautiful spot with golden sand and clear water. This change highlights environmental recovery but also raises concerns about global warming effects. … More Calshot’s Coastal Rebirth: A Nostalgic Journey from Tar Balls to Sea Lemons
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