Are you looking for something to do over the weekend after a notorious rainy season in London? Is that ‘something’ an activity you would love to do outdoors? I get it! After spending months indoors due to the gloomy weather, any person would be keen to get some vitamin D, right? Well, what if I told you that you can try something to improve your life after the rainy season while simultaneously bringing in your much-needed sun vitamins?
You’ve probably guessed what this ‘something’ is already. It’s in the title, but if you’ve missed it, it’s mushroom foraging. Mushroom foraging, London, is a great new way to fill empty, sunny days. Foraging reconnects you to Mother Nature, helps you harness the skills to find dinner, and puts you in a fun position to meet new people.
With Whom to Go Mushroom Foraging, London?
I cannot recommend going on a walk for mushroom foraging, London, with Forage London enough. Their foraging classes fill up quickly, but they continually schedule new dates, and spaces could open due to cancellations. They strive to provide affordable foraging lessons and foraging walks (prices include instructor expenses, site fees, and insurance). They also offer discounts on their walks and are happy to discuss concessions. So, if you find yourself wanting to start mushroom foraging, London, then send them an email if you need to discuss payments. Their friendly team will gladly accommodate your budget!
Forage London has various upcoming events that are just waiting to be booked by you. On September 28th, there is a Wild Food Walk, and on the 29th, a Mushroom and Wild Fruit Foraging. Though these events are already fully booked, you can subscribe to the waiting list. These fully booked notices are a testament to how eager people are to reconnect to nature and learn how to forage for mushrooms, even later on in the future. There is also other events surrounding mushroom foraging, London, on Foraging London’s website. These include Mushroom Hunting and Pizza Making, Wild Mushroom Hunting, Wild Food -Wild Medicine, and beyond.
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Where to go Mushroom Foraging, London?
London is bursting with mushroom-picking sites. You just need to know where to find them! Luckily, there is an entire community dedicated to mushroom foraging, London! It’s never been easier to learn how to pick your next dinner, and with a community showing interest in the same things you’re interested in, it’s easy to make friends. A community is one of your most valuable health assets, and making use of the human connection is becoming increasingly studied to boost overall wellness.
But let’s get to the fun stuff, shall we? The best places to go mushroom foraging, London, include Epping Forest, Hampstead Heath, and Wimbledon Common. Here, you will find an array of mushroom species as the area favours mushroom growth. However, let me not forget to mention the woodlands of Highgate Park and Richmond Park as famous foraging locations.
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When to go Mushroom Foraging, London?
Early in the morning is the ideal time to start your mushroom foraging, London, adventure. Mushrooms are freshest during the early hours of the day, and it makes sense. The moisture level in the air and ground is still high, thus the mushrooms are still bursting with colour, flavour, and juices. Nobody likes a dry mushroom. If you do, I apologise, but I do not understand why.
Moving on, the best time of year to go mushroom foraging, London, is during the Autumn months. This is usually late September to early November when the mild temperatures and humidity provide thriving conditions for mushrooms to prosper. But, certain species of mushrooms grow during the spring, usually from April to June. But, chances are, after a lot of rain, you will most likely find some mushrooms to forage, no matter the season.
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Why go to Mushroom Foraging, London?
Mushroom foraging, London, combines the thrill of discovery with the satisfaction of creating meals from nature’s bounty. It’s a valuable skill to know which fungi is edible and which is not, when to go foraging and when to forego the adventure, where to look for mushrooms and where to not waste time. As a society, we are so enormously detached from where our food comes from, how it is grown or raised, and what impact we are making with our support when buying the produce.
However, as a society, we are starting to see the importance of learning how to fend for ourselves since we cannot place all our faith in the government to protect us during uncertain times. Foraging is a great way to return to the lifestyles of our ancestors, even if it is in a small way. Foraging also involves a lot of walking, but it’s fun! It gets our bodies moving, our brains thinking, and our hearts pumping. What could be better than that?
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Health Benefits of Mushroom Foraging, London
Did you know that mushrooms are considered superfoods by many cultures and countries across the globe, some even incorporating them into cancer treatments? Mushrooms are high in vitamins, minerals, protein and fibre, promoting overall wellbeing.
One cup of cremini mushrooms only has 15 calories but contains 2 grammes of protein and approximately 1 gramme of fibre. Moreover, Mushrooms also contain substances (such as polysaccharides and sterols) that may improve your health and prevent illness. Be sure to read more about all the health benefits of mushroom foraging, London, on Health Cleveland Clinic’s website!
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It’s a Mushroom Foraging, London, Kinda Day!
Discover an entire world of edible fungi with mushroom foraging, London. Get yourself outside, learn a new skill, and make new friends. London is an edible city that needs to be looked at from a different perspective, and now you can embark on this unbelievable outdoor experience.
If you’re a culinary enthusiast, you’ll be transformed by this experience. The sense of pride that comes with picking your own food and creating something special with it is unmatched by anything else.
