The young man in the front row, wearing shorts and an open blazer, is Tom Fairclough. In December 1929, he became the first regional secretary of the Merseyside Branch of the British Youth Hostels Association. The following April – 90 years ago this year – the national movement was formed, granting young people access to adventure on an unprecedented scale.
What to look for when you’re identifying trees
What to look for when you’re identifying trees
Ever been frustrated by whether you’re looking at a beech or a birch? You just need to know what to look for. This quick guide to tree identification – from Louise Hackett, Treescape Development...