Ireland’s hedgerows are home to far more than plants and wildlife - they are woven through generations of stories, folklore and traditional knowledge.

In Tales of the Irish Hedgerows, storyteller and heritage writer Tony Locke explores the beliefs and tales associated with some of the familiar species found along our country lanes and field boundaries.

From hawthorn, hazel and foxglove to wrens, thrushes, hedgehogs, badgers and bumblebees, each chapter looks at a different plant or animal and the stories that have grown around it.

Part natural history, part folklore, this is a fascinating read for anyone interested in Irish wildlife, countryside traditions and the relationship between people and the natural world.

A thoughtful gift for nature lovers, gardeners, walkers and anyone with an interest in Irish folklore and heritage.