Chris Skinner's Countryside Podcast

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  • Nature, wildlife and countryside living with Chris Skinner from High Ash Farm.

    Chris is a Norfolk farmer doing things differently; all of his practices are informed by his dedication to biodiversity and wildlife.


    Join Chris and broadcaster Matthew Gudgin every Sunday morning as they talk nature, wildlife and countryside living.

    Enjoy walks around High Ash Farm and further afield as the pair spot wildlife and answer your questions.


    New episode released every Sunday at 0700 GMT

    To support and donate to the podcast: donorbox.org/countrysidepodcast

    For updates, join the newsletter: soundyard.org/chris
    © 2024 Chris Skinner's Countryside Podcast
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  • Episode 56: A Hornet's Nest

    Episode 56: A Hornet's Nest
    Sep 29 2024

    Chris Skinner and Matthew Gudgin are distracted early on in their journey around High Ash Farm. They spot Norfolk's largest black bird, busy preening it's feathers in a nearby tree.

    They keep a safe distance as they admire the work of a hornet queen who has built an enormous nest all by herself! Chris describes the fascinating but difficult life cycle of Britain's largest wasp.

    Chris then marks the official start of autumn by showing Matthew a yellow plant that celebrates the sun known as the Autumn Hawkbit.

    Back in the truck the pair answer the sack load of letters and emails sent in. They include the identification of a strange growth on a wild rose, bird boxes, bees and Jimi Hendrix.

    Click here to download the MP3 file of this episode.


    Click here to donate to the podcast.

    If you have a question that you'd like Chris to answer on the podcast, send an email to: chris@countrysidepodcast.co.uk

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    Chris Skinner's Countryside Podcast is produced by SOUNDYARD - a non-profit company on a mission to turn up the volume on under-heard voices.
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    37 mins
  • Episode 55: Nature's Secrets Uncovered

    Episode 55: Nature's Secrets Uncovered
    Sep 22 2024

    Chris Skinner is giddy to show Matthew Gudgin a new species that's causing quite a buzz at High Ash Farm.

    The pair then survey the hallmark left behind from a special visitor who wandered through the farm last night.

    Chris explains how ivy is a plant for all seasons. Sometimes an undesirable plant for some but Chris describes how valuable it is for butterflies and birds all the year round.

    Listener questions cover goldfinches, territory marking of birds, moth identification and photos from afar.

    Rat the terrible terrier is up to his usual mischief throughout the episode!

    Click here to download the MP3 file of this episode.

    Click here to watch the videos from the farm on High Ash Farm's Facebook Page.

    Chris Skinner and Matthew Gudgin are heading to the stage at Sheringham Little Theatre. They'll be looking at unseen footage and photos of High Ash Farm and there will be a chance to ask questions.

    For more information and to book tickets you head to SheringhamLittleTheatre.com

    Alternatively you can call the box office number 01263 822347.



    Click here to donate to the podcast.

    If you have a question that you'd like Chris to answer on the podcast, send an email to: chris@countrysidepodcast.co.uk

    Join the official Chris Skinner's Countryside Podcast newsletter

    Chris Skinner's Countryside Podcast is produced by SOUNDYARD - a non-profit company on a mission to turn up the volume on under-heard voices.
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    38 mins
  • Episode 54: The Norfolk Snout

    Episode 54: The Norfolk Snout
    Sep 15 2024

    Chris Skinner and Matthew Gudgin begin by watching a charm of goldfinches busy feeding on their favourite food.

    They head to a different part of the farm to watch the latest colony occupying a hole in a sweet chestnut tree. Chris describes the various species that trees can support throughout their lives.

    Chris quietly admits to Matthew a plant that has appeared in his wild bird winter seed mix that's grown in error at High Ash Farm.

    They get excited as they talk about a moth species that has been rediscovered after a 50 year absence!

    Out of the wind and in the warmth of the farm truck, the pair answer listener questions; this week featuring a photo of a wheatear, a video of congregating swallows, migrators and pollinators.

    Click here to download the MP3 file of this episode.

    Chris Skinner and Matthew Gudgin are heading to the stage at Sheringham Little Theatre. They'll be looking at unseen footage and photos of High Ash Farm and there will be a chance to ask questions.

    For more information and to book tickets you head to SheringhamLittleTheatre.com

    Alternatively you can call the box office number 01263 822347.



    Click here to donate to the podcast.

    If you have a question that you'd like Chris to answer on the podcast, send an email to: chris@countrysidepodcast.co.uk

    Join the official Chris Skinner's Countryside Podcast newsletter

    Chris Skinner's Countryside Podcast is produced by SOUNDYARD - a non-profit company on a mission to turn up the volume on under-heard voices.
    Join the SOUNDYARD newsletter
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    44 mins

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Perfect listening

So glad I found these High Ash Farm podcasts with Chris Skinner.. What an absolute pleasure, I was so worried after the bbc axed the radio Norfolk program after decades.. Well done and keep them coming. 👍

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Back at High Ash Farm.

Great to have Chis Skinner and Matthew Gudgin continue their experiences through the seasons. Much to enjoy and learn.

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Great podcast and a great place

I'm just returned from a visit to High Ash Farm inspired by the this podcast. It's a lovely place, a real credit to Chris's work and obviously well used by the local community. Now I know what it looks like I have to go back and listen again!

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