Gamekeeping – Northwest Nature and History

Sphagnum Moss, The Bog-builder

Sphagnum moss belongs to the genus Sphagnum, comprising over 30 species in the British Isles, many of which can be very challenging to distinguish.

The Duties of a Gamekeeper: January, the Hard Month

The month of January, in the heart of winter when claws of ice, wind and rain grip the British countryside, can prove hard for those that work outdoors, it is also a pivotal time when decisions must be made and tallies taken, especially for our 3000+ gamekeepers.