September is a month of transformation. The hedgerows fill with ripening berries, the first fungi push through the damp earth, and the evenings begin to draw in. The September Almanac is a beautifully illustrated 32-page zine that invites you to slow down and pay closer attention to the natural world as summer gives way to autumn.

Written and illustrated by E.L. Heywood, each page is filled with original artwork, plant lore, British folklore and seasonal wisdom rooted in the rhythms of the countryside.

What's inside?

• Autumn Equinox — the significance of the balance between light and dark, and how it has been marked through the centuries
• Michaelmas — the traditions and folklore surrounding this important date in the British seasonal calendar
• Blackberry folklore — the stories, superstitions and customs surrounding the hedgerow's most familiar fruit
• Fungi — an exploration of the fascinating world emerging beneath our feet as autumn begins
• September nature notes — what to look for in the hedgerows, fields and woodland this month
• Hedgerow recipes — seasonal recipes inspired by the abundance of early autumn
• Seasonal craft projects — simple, nature-inspired makes to enjoy as the season turns

About the zine

The September Almanac is 32 pages, printed on recycled paper and designed to be read slowly, beside a window, with a cup of tea, as the season changes around you. It is part of the Hedgerow & Moor monthly Almanac series, each edition created around what is actually happening in the British landscape at that particular time of year.

Written and illustrated by E.L. Heywood, the zine combines original botanical illustration with carefully researched folklore, plant lore and seasonal tradition.

Who is it for?

The September Almanac is for nature lovers, folklore enthusiasts, botanical illustration collectors, nature journal keepers and anyone who finds meaning in the changing seasons and the traditions of the British countryside.

Also available as a gift or subscription

The September Almanac zine is also included in the September Almanac Box — a beautifully curated collection that makes a wonderful gift for anyone who loves the seasons, British folklore and things made with care. The box is available as a one-off purchase, or you can explore our monthly Almanac subscription, which includes the zine, original signed art prints and a selection of seasonal items delivered to your door each month.