Perfect for the beginner just staring out on their foraging journey and an invaluable reference for the more experienced forager.

With photographs and detailed information for every plant, this seasonal foraging guide is perfect for both beginners and experts, written with infectious enthusiasm. Meticulously chosen, each book in this distinguished collection offers an immersive odyssey, guiding you through the intricate tapestry of foraging. The Forager's Calendar: A Seasonal Guide to Nature's Wild Harvests" by John Wright is highly regarded as one of the best books for identifying and foraging edible plants in the UK. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. I do have a fair amount of knowledge about foraging mushrooms and certain edible plants and I have to say this pocket guide is one of the best ( if not the best!Each book has its own strengths and weaknesses, so it’s important to cross-reference multiple field guides and reference books.

Whether you're a seasoned forager seeking to expand your repertoire or a curious explorer dipping your toes into the world of wild edibles, these pages are a gateway to a deeper understanding of the flavors and healing properties that Mother Nature provides.

It's a good idea to also explore other well-reviewed options, such as "Food for Free" by Richard Mabey (Collins Gem). From the well-described features of plants to the beautiful photos of fungi at different life stages. Each chapter includes a photograph of the plant species, as well as information on distribution, habitat, season, and culinary uses. Organising plants by the ideal month to pick them, River Cottage forager John Wright tells us where and how we can find food in the wild. Collaborating with Otherwise made it a stress-free success – working with them was a pleasure from start to finish.