Henry Cowls Blog

Net making has been a craft for thousands of years for a wide range of uses, from sports to the haulage of loads and protecting crops from birds. It's generally accepted that the earliest nets were used for fishing. Nets are versatile thanks to their strength, as they are constructed from woven fibres in a grid-like structure, making them extremely durable.   First Net The first known net, known as the net of Antrea, dates ...… Read more

May traditionally marks the start of the British strawberry season; when mild temperatures, long days and more sunshine provide ideal growing conditions for fruits of all shapes and sizes. Supermarket shelves will soon be well stocked, as the popular summer fruits come into season. Strawberries suit the UK climate and there are many varieties which you can grow yourself with ease… so why not have a go?   How to grow strawbe...… Read more

Many people enjoy tending an allotment, or growing fruit and vegetables in their own garden, both for fresh food and as a leisure activity. While this is a valuable step towards becoming self-sufficient, looking after chickens has some great benefits too. If you're a newcomer to keeping fowl, it's really not that difficult. You can pick up some handy tips online from some of the many livestock websites or you could ask for ...… Read more

It's a sad fact that many people look at seagulls as a nuisance. Although they're a familiar sight in every coastal resort, I think it’s fair to say that they aren't well-liked! People complain about bird droppings soiling buildings, cars and washing lines. They moan that gulls go through rubbish, making a mess. There are claims that they've attacked people such as the postman, or stolen sandwiches out of people's hands. ©...… Read more