Nature Books

Pull on your wellies, grab your flat cap and join Jeremy Clarkson in this hilarious and fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the farm we're all obsessed with . . . An idyllic spot offering picturesque views across the Cotswolds, bustling hedgerows and natural springs. Until one day, Jeremy decided he would do the farming itself. After all, how hard could it be? . . . Faced with suffocating red tape, biblical weather, local objections, a global pandemic and his own frankly staggering ignorance of how to 'do farming', Jeremy soon realises that turning the farm around is going to take more than splashing out on a massive tractor. Fortunately, there's help at hand from a large and (mostly) willing team, including girlfriend Lisa, Kaleb the Tractor Driver, Cheerful Charlie, Ellen the Shepherd and Gerald, his Head of Security and Dry Stone Waller. And yet while the farm may be called Diddly Squat for good reason, Jeremy soon begins to understand that it's worth a whole lot more to him than pounds, shillings and pence . . . Product Information: • ISBN: 9780241464502 • Author: Jeremy Clarkson • Publisher: Michael Joseph • Format: Hardback • Pages: 224 • Dimensions: 24 x 16.2 x 2.6 cm

Embrace the wisdom of the stars and find your place in the cosmos with this spellbinding introduction to astrology Embark on a journey of self-discovery and learn to use the language of the stars as your guide with this stellar little book. The influence of the planets and their positions at the time of your birth can have a profound effect on your life, and harnessing the power of astrology can illuminate your purpose in the universe. So why not delve into the role astrology has played throughout time and explore how it can be used to improve your life today? Product Information: • ISBN: 9781837993925 • Author: Judith Hurrell • Publisher: Summersdale Publishers Ltd • Format: Paperback • Pages: 128 • Dimensions: 14.91 x 10.92 x 1.14 cm

Don’t just take your dog for a walk. Take your dog for one of Britain’s 100 best dog walks. These country routes are custom-made for you and your four-legged friend. Ranging from 2 to 6 miles, they cover the whole of the UK and take some of our most beautiful woods, coast, rolling hills and fields, not to mention fascinating and inspiring historic sites. For each walk, there’s a map and comprehensive directions, plus information on whether and where a lead is needed and suggestions for dog-friendly refreshment stops and accommodation nearby. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780008641337 • Author: National Trust Books • Publisher: Harper Collins Publishers • Format: Paperback • Pages: 272 • Dimensions: 21 x 14.8 cm

What better gift for a rambler than this delightful, clearly written and well researched guide to some of the UK’s best walks with watering holes en route? 100 Great Pub Walks includes classic walks and watering holes that span the length and breadth of Britain. Taking in some of the country’s most dramatic scenery, the walks range from gentle riverside footpaths and rolling fields to invigorating coastal trails and breath-taking hilltop hikes. The routes are organised by region and graded according to ease. Most are circular and suitable for all levels of fitness. There are also lots of family- and dog-friendly options. Each walk includes easy-to-follow maps and clear directions plus information on facilities, transport links, local attractions, and of course local beers, ciders and other refreshments. 100 Great Pub Walks is the perfect companion for anyone who appreciates a refreshing ramble followed by a well-earned rest in a welcoming country inn. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781911657217 • Author: Patrick Kinsella • Publisher: Harper Collins Publishers • Format: Paperback • Pages: 288 • Dimensions: 22.86 x 15.24 x 1.78 cm

A celebration of some of Britain's most important and beloved buildings – its sheds. From the humble to the not so humble. The National Trust looks after many of Britain's most important and beloved buildings – its sheds. They lurk in the shadow of grand country houses; they brave the elements on the tops of cliffs; they have inspired famous writers and housed everything from beehives to birdwatchers. These beautiful and sometimes eccentric structures are as individual as their owners. A Victorian coastal shed in Cornwall is where the Reverend Hawker went to write verse, and smoke opium. It's also the smallest building cared for by the National Trust. George Bernard Shaw’s shed could be rotated throughout the day to make the most of the sun, while sculptor Barbara Hepworth used hers for napping in. Rather than a place in which to create, many of these sheds are the creation. Alongside the literary writing dens and horticultural hideaways there are also floating sheds, coastguards’ sheds, artists’ studios, summer houses, beach huts, camping pods, bothies, teahouses, follies and much more. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781911657019 • Author: Anna Groves • Publisher: Harper Collins Publishers • Format: Hardback • Pages: 128 • Dimensions: 20.2 x 15.5 x 2 cm

Discover the joy of growing and using plants indoors and outdoors, no matter how limited your space. This beautifully illustrated book is a modern, fresh take on gardening that shows how anyone can grow their own vegetables, create a mini wildflower meadow or learn how to make the most of their houseplants. And you don’t need your own garden to get started. Creating a thriving window box, choosing suitable plant pots for a desktop oasis or joining a local community garden are perfect ways to experience the joys of gardening. Learn which plants will encourage wildlife, discover what works best for your space (no matter how small), find inspiration, experiment with colour, texture and techniques. Whatever you choose to grow, you’ll be doing one of the best activities there is to enhance your sense of well-being and improve your physical health – so grab those seeds, pick up the watering can and get growing! Product Information: • ISBN: 9780008595234 • Author: Robyn Booth • Publisher: Harper Collins Publishers • Format: Hardback • Pages: 176 • Dimensions: 22.7 x 17.6 cm