Slow summer living

Normally July is the start of the real heat, but we’re already on our third heat wave, so I’m hoping we now get more settled weather. The kind that builds through the morning, lingers into the evening, and sends everyone outdoors in search of shade, water, or a breeze.

It’s peak summer now: hot days, tall meadows, and hedgerows at their fullest. July is all about simple plans, long days outside, and adventures that make the most of it being warm and dry.

Summer Trails and Adventures

June arrives with long, sunny days and while we’ve already had a heatwave, June should be the first real stretch of summer with more settled weather. Early starts feel easier, evenings run later, and the outdoors becomes the best place to be. This month is all about summer trails and small adventures — coastlines, countryside rambles, and those spontaneous weekend escapes that only happen when the weather turns kind.