Foraging in Aberdare
Aberdare is a small town located not far from Brecon Beacons National Park in Wales, with a population of just under 40,000.
It’s just a short drive from the larger cities of Cardiff and Swansea with good transport links.
It’s believed that the name Aberdare came from the fact it is located at the mouth of the river Dare, with “Dâr” also meaning an old-Welsh word for Oak.
Good spots to go foraging in Aberdare
There are many great spots to go foraging in Aberdare – with Dare Valley Country Park, Aberdare Park two very popular parks that are worth a visit, and also some nice hiking trails with the Cynon Trail and the Four Falls Trail.
Find a Forager in Aberdare
Below you will find a list of professional foragers based in Aberdare, Wales. These are people who are happy to take you out foraging in the local area. Click their profile below in order to find out more about them, and to get in touch with them about going out on a wild food foray.
Care with Foraging for Wild Foods in the UK
It should go without saying that you must take care when going out to forage for wild food anywhere within the UK.
It’s always important to tell someone where you are going, and when you’re expected to be home by. Check the weather forecast, and tide timetables if you’re foraging in a coastal area. Dress appropriately (prepare for bad weather!) and bring a spare pair of clothing.
There are also laws to be aware of – it’s illegal to uproot any wild plant without the permission of the owner or occupier of the land, under the 1981 Wildlife and Countryside Act. Stay clear of any rare of vulnerable species. Ensure you’re aware of any local bylaws that might restrict collection of particular plants or fungi.
Finally: ensure you are foraging with an experienced person and consult several identification books to double/triple check before consuming any foods, particularly wild mushrooms.
I like to only pick a third of what I find when out foraging – leave some for others, including the local wildlife!
Foraging in other Towns and Cities near Aberdare
If you’re looking for someone to take you foraging in Aberdare you might also be interested in exploring some of these nearby locations – maybe you’ll find some other foragers you like the sound of – or perhaps you discover a new favourite spot to go foraging?!
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Want to add your own Forager Profile?
Are you offering professional foraging courses – guided walks in the wild where people can learn about the identification of edible wild foods? If you’re a forager or a teacher of wild foods, we’d welcome you to create your own profile on Foraged Foods.
There’s no cost involved, we’d just ask you to complete a basic profile that we’d include on our website.