Seven things I like about Autumn

Now is the time I start thinking about digging out my warmer winter clothes and finally saying goodbye to summer.

We have had our first delivery of logs in anticipation of the colder weather - and although the log store looks full - the pile soon diminishes - but what could be nicer than a lovely log fire on a winters' evening.

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I spend more time walking in the autumn when there is less to do in the garden - and toasted crumpets with butter and honey are a favourite warm-up treat after a brisk walk in the country.

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And maybe some hot chocolate

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My walking boots will be brought out of hibernation and thick socks donned

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Ready for a good dose of kicking through the autumn leaves that pile up - something I haven't quite grown out of since childhood.

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And collecting conkers, I can't resist those shiney, chestnut coloured nuts - hiding in the grass - if I can get to them before the squirrels do, of course.

Justin Hayward singing Forever Autumn