Fields
The Furrow and the Ridge: What Field Patterns Can Tell a Reader
Read furrow and ridge field patterns with care: see what their shape suggests, how slope affects them and which…
The almanac
All pieces
Browse the United County Journal almanac by subject. Each piece takes one countryside detail at a time, with room for its setting, history and seasonal character.
Paths
Footpath or Trackway? Choosing a Country Route for the Day
Footpath or trackway: compare surfaces, drainage and access before setting out, then choose a country route that suits…
Seasons
The Hedgerow Year: A Calendar of Visible Change
Track the hedgerow year from a safe path, with a simple way to compare bare branches, fresh leaves, flowers, fruit and…
Buildings
Thatched, Tiled and Slate Roofs: Why Country Rooflines Differ
Thatched, tiled and slate roofs reveal how local materials and building traditions shape rural skylines, and offer…
Fieldcraft
A Five-Minute Field Sketch That Keeps the Shape of a View
A five-minute field sketch captures land, route and horizon in a few clear strokes, helping you remember a view…