Addlands

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On top of the cost of the land itself, there are a few barriers to entry to starting a smallholding. These can be split into two categories: start-up costs and legal admin. Addlands is a gorgeous and painstaking evocation of the land and those who work it. Bullough’s writing is a joy—disciplined, observant, and musical, blissfully free of cliché.” —Andrew Miller, winner of the International IMPAC Dublin Literary Award This book truly surprised me and I liked it way more than I originally expected. Prior to reading, I really didn't know much about this book and was curious to see how they would integrate the lives of two authors and Scotland.

This is one of my favourite reads because it’s about rural life, but also so much more. It’s all about the edges, the interfaces, the bits of life, society, geography and… fields… which have their own special quality simply because they’re on the edges. I say this as a fan of both the Diana Gabaldon series and the TV show itself - this book should never have been brought into existence. There was no substance. There were plenty of cringe-worthy rape jokes. The only historical or cultural fact that the "authors" seem to have gained revolved around the banning of Scottish garb (kilts, tartans, broadswords, dirks, weapons of any kind) following the Jacobites' defeat at Culloden...which they should have learned while filming Season 1-3 of the Outlander series. They trotted this same fact out towards the end of nearly every chapter. Och wheesht and get oan wae it! There's an obvious friendship that comes out through this book and both of these men came across as relatable and down-to-earth in a world where the life of a 'celebrity' is very different compared to the average person. This was a surprise and made the book that much more enjoyable to me. Food Standards Agency (in England and Wales) or the local environmental health department: if you want to produce and sell milk. National Nature Reserves are areas deemed by Natural England to be some of the most important in the country for wildlife and natural features. Designated to protect their habitats from being built on, they are managed on behalf of the nation by Natural England, alongside various NGOs, such as the Wildlife and National Trusts. Changing the use of land in nature reserves for the likes of farming or renewables is prohibited so knowing where they lie is useful information for those looking to buy or sell.

Flood zones are a planning tool, created by the Environment Agency, to help understand the likelihood of an area flooding. A plot designated Flood zone 1 is the least likely to flood, with a less than 0.1% (1 in 1000) chance in a year. Flood zone 2 means the plot has between a 0.1 and 1% (between 1 in 1000 and 1 in 100) chance. The final, highest-chance designation is split into two: Flood zone 3a (greater than 1% chance of flooding from rivers, or 0.5% chance from the sea) and Flood zone 3b (5% chance in any given year). A plot being in a flood zone can mean planning difficulties, plus insurance or mortgage premiums so this layer can be useful in researching land you’re thinking of buying. From the birth of Oliver Hamer in 1941 to the imminent birth of his first grandchild in 2011, Tom Bullough’s powerful new novel traces seventy years of rural life through the story of a farming family in Radnorshire. Keeping the land intact and in the family is a driving force, and as an only son Oliver is forced by the pious and puritanical Idris to sacrifice his dreams of study and devote himself to the farm. A larger than life figure, Oliver becomes an obsessive worker, drinker, womaniser and fighter, as stubborn as Idris but, thanks to his quietly authoritative mother Etty, becomes more open to the dramatic, transformative changes they must face. Oh! And shall we not forget the thinly veiled homophobic comments, alongside how they don’t feel “manly” and comparing the kilt to a dress, despite being oh so proudly Scottish? We know your favourite author can write...but can they draw? In this fun interview series, bestselling novelists reveal the secrets behind their beloved stories…all whilst playing a round of Pictionary with a live audience…YOU! I'm finding this difficult to rate because I struggled in the first half trying to decide if I would continue for the reasons I've given. I'm glad I did because the second half was so much more. In the end, it will be 3 stars but if it were possible 3.5.

Another choice is grazing animals like geese and sheep: they can take care of your grass as well as providing a source of food. Goats, too, though they have to be managed carefully to prevent them from eating your crops. How much does it cost to set up a smallholding and what are the legalities? Growing or rearing a surplus to sell for profit can be a rewarding way to fund your smallholding. In fact, it may even be more profitable long-term than deciding to sell land that is situated in a valuable or popular area that holds favourable income potential. You’ll need plenty of space for future growth, but the importance of diligent planning and how you use the land can’t be understated. How you use the land:All this can sound overwhelming, and it will be a lot of work initially, but with a good amount of planning, setting a smallholding can be a truly rewarding process. Once things are up and running, a smallholding really is a lifestyle, one that can take you from the turbulence of the modern city and closer to the pastoral idylls of yesteryear (albeit with wellies and waterproofs!). I have been an Outlander fan for over 20 years and seen Diana Gabaldon speak 3 times so I was excited to read this book by two actors from the series including the handsome Sam Heughan who plays Jamie Fraser. They also made a TV series based on this book that will be on Starz starting in Feb. I think it will be better on TV than in book form.

Forget Jamie and Claire, it’s Sam and Graham that have the real chemistry. These two were clearly having the time of their lives galavanting about the countryside and taking the piss out of each other. Our next selection comes from the top! – Crispin, our Chief Executive. Crispin has chosen Addlands, and tells us: Clanlands by Sam Heughan and Graham McTavish is best enjoyed snuggled under a blanket with a glass of whiskey (Sassenach, anyone?). It’s part-travel-memoir, part-history lesson, all fun and essential reading for any Outlander tragic 🙋‍♀️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Clanlands" is the story of their journey. Armed with their trusty campervan and a sturdy friendship, these two Scotsmen are on the adventure of a lifetime to explore the majesty of Scotland. A wild ride by boat, kayak, bicycle and motorbike, they travel from coast to loch and peak to valley and delve into Scotland's history and culture, from timeless poetry to bloody warfare.Materials to build fences and animal housing, or plant beds (using recycled materials here can save costs). With that seed planted in your mind, read on to find out exactly what a smallholding is, what you can grow and what you want to keep on it, and how to set one up once you’ve found your dream plot. What is a smallholding? Were it really shined was the narration of events in Scottish history, particularly the Battle of Culloden. It really came alive. The charm and glory of Scotland come alive between two friends on a historical journey. Sam and Graham's book Clanlands is such a treasure to read whilst being both equally informative and hysterical. There were so many laugh out loud moments that fans of the show Outlander and general lovers of this wee country will really enjoy as these buddies tour famous and influential places in the Scottish Highlands, showcasing the waring Clans, whiskey tastings, breathtaking views and eccentric Scotsman and Scotswomen they come across.