Summer is here (at last!) We've found the most colourful and fun free festivals across the country, picked the most aromatic lavender fields (and found some delicious flower-powered recipes - lavender and lemonade ice-lollies, anyone?
Perhaps you'll become a citizen scientist and help count butterflies, moths and shark egg cases? Or make the most of the holidays to create something spectacular in the garden; a clay pizza oven, den or turn an old bath into a wood-fuelled hot tub?
Revel in Lavender
Lavender season is in full sensory swing. The purple fields of flowers smell heavenly and look like a painter’s dream. They’re also home to the most friendly bees – why not head to one for Don’t Step on a Bee Day. Many lavender farms sell tickets for a picturesque wander or picnic; find some of the best in Britain here or near London here.
The purple plant’s sweet smell infuses home-made beauty products with a comforting scent; try making lavender oil, balm or spray or include it in your plant-based first aid kit; perfect for green witches and wildling kids.
Alternatively, for a gently aromatic outdoor lunch treat, try making lavender shortbread, beet salad with honey lavender dressing, or lavender lemonade ice-lollies!
