Bogs. Quagmires. Peatlands. Squidgy worlds full of beginnings and endings. Like books of the earth. But bogs have been much maligned in recent times. Dark myths and folklore have grown in their depths. Yet these peaty landscapes are rich with biodiversity and history. They hold carbon, archaeological remains, creatures and stories in their dark bellies. Bog Talk celebrates them using creative approaches to explore and share their hidden wonders.
To make this happen we collaborated with the Poetry Society and the South West Peatland Partnership and received funding from Natural England through their Protected Sites Strategy. Here you can find out about our work and resources for schools and your own creative exploration.
– Richard Scott, one of our commissioned poets
