“Taken together, the archives and the library embody a heritage which is crying out to be shared more widely, and brought loudly into the present.”

“Taken together, the archives and the library embody a heritage which is crying out to be shared more widely, and brought loudly into the present.”
Annebella Pollen, researcher at the University of Brighton, reports on a memorable weekend exploring Braziers’ history.
It’s been a great and busy year here at Braziers. We have captured some of the best moments in pictures for you. Enjoy! (photos by Antje) May Fayre Wood Festival …and some Braziers’ seasonal impressions Do you like this post? Share with your friends:
Some pieces of art at Braziers, some permanent, some transitory…
Rose hips are the fruit of the Dog Rose (Rosa Canina), commonly found in hedgerows. They are a vitamin booster, full of vitamin C, also vitamins A, K and B vitamines (thiamin, niacin + riboflavin). Gather when red, ripe and soft. Rose hips are ideal to treat colds and sore throats, or to strengthen […]
Sigma – Spontaneous University: what it means to me. by Aggie Forster, Education Convenor, Braziers Park Sigma; A happy accident, as befits a spontaneous event you might say? 50 years ago Trocchi mused… “How to begin? At a chosen moment in a vacant country house (mill, abbey, church or castle) not too far from […]
Herbal medicine — also called botanical medicine or phytomedicine — refers to using a plant’s seeds, berries, roots, leaves, bark, or flowers for medicinal purposes. Herbalism has a long tradition of use outside of conventional medicine. It is becoming more mainstream as improvements in analysis and quality control along with advances in clinical research […]
The Italian course’s tutor, Judith, has spent some time in Italy and was amazed by Italian public transport. This blog was originally written during her studies in Bologna. ****************************************** “I’ve heard of a book called Bologna Blues and that’s exactly what I felt every time I was on Bolognese public transport. It started right away when […]
Ingredients for 8-10 servings: 4 egg yolks 150g caster sugar 250 g Mascarpone cheese 300 ml double cream 30 Savoiardi biscuits (or Lady Fingers) 2 tablespoons dry Marsala 2 tablespoons Tia Maria (optional) 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 300-450 ml strong espresso coffee (at room temperature) 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 50 g dark chocolate shavings Procedure Put the egg yolks […]
When people think of hobbies, they think rather of stamp collecting, painting, or knitting. Not many people, however, think of beekeeping. After all, who wants to be responsible for literally thousand of flying insects that are known to have the ability to sting? However, beekeeping is a safe and easy hobby […]