Foraging
Wild garlic guide: how to identify, when and how to forage, and recipe ideas
In the forager's calendar, spring is one of the best times – when wild garlic grows in shaded woodlands, filling the air with a light garlicky scent.
Dandelion guide: how to identify, why it’s so good for pollinators, and recipe ideas
Considered a weed by some, the dandelion is a common and familiar plant which is great for pollinators and popular with foragers.
Blackberry guide: how to identify bramble, when to pick blackberries, and recipe ideas
In the UK, blackberries are our most foraged fruit; the tradition of going out blackberry picking brings together all ages (as do the pies and crumbles they’re often turned into).
Nettle guide: why it stings, whether dock leaves help, and foraging recipes
A familiar plant to us all, nettle leaves are renowned for their stinging hairs – but they're also very tasty when cooked!
Elder guide: how to identify, when and how to forage for elderflowers and elderberries, and recipe ideas
Elder has made the slow journey from protective mother-spirit to often being deemed as a hedgerow and garden weed, fit only to be sawn down.
The best books on foraging
Thinking of heading out and picking some wild foods? Be guided by the experts and discover our pick of the best books on foraging.
10 wild foods to find and eat
Discover the joy of foraging with 10 wild foods that are easy to find find and how to use them.
Expert guide to sustainable foraging
Discover how to make the most of nature’s well-stocked larder and find wild food in a wildlife-friendly way.
How to identify wild fruits
Find out how to identify 15 types of fruits in the countryside, plus which ones can be foraged and some recipe ideas.
How to tell the difference between hawthorn and blackthorn
Both hawthorn and blackthorn can be seen across the countryside and even in our towns and cities, but how do you tell them apart? Our expert guide explains the differences and best places to see.
Meet The Author: John Wright on foraging
BBC Wildlife chats to the River Cottage forager and author John Wright about the pleasure of collecting your own food.