Show Notes
Discover how one man’s regular dog walk kickstarted a passion for fungi hunting that led to a big career change.
Steve Hindle takes host Claire Hickinbotham on a walk around Hardcastle Craggs in West Yorkshire, with his faithful, mushroom-hunting dog, Meg, pottering alongside.
As they scour the slopes in search of rare fungi, Steve reveals how his life changed from making circus rings to searching for fairy rings.
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Presenter: Claire Hickinbotham Producer: Claire Hickinbotham Sound Design: Nikki Ruck
Contributor: Steve Hindle
Tips for your Nature Fix
There are ‘Live Wild’ nature connection events and workshops available in the Woodland at Hardcastle Craggs. Have a look what’s on offer Live Wild at NT Hardcastle Crags | Live Wild
You can also sauna surrounded by ancient woodland at Hardcastle Craggs. There are monthly pop ups until April 2026 RootsandRocks
Or if a walk is more your thing Discover Hardcastle Crags | W Yorkshire | National Trust
Discover more about the rare fungi at Hardcastle Craggs Grassland Fungi Project at Hardcastle Crags | National Trust
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