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An abundance and variety of mushrooms are definitely to be found around here! These lovelies look like they popped right off the pages of a Beatrix Potter book! Before she began writing children's books she had developed an interest in mycology. She did some amazing scientific illustrations of fungi. She painted and drew her specimens with skill. To see some of her wonderful illustrations and to read a bit about her interest as a mycologist click here.
And of course there are also the wonderful myths and folklore surrounding mushrooms often having a strong association with the magical realm. If you're interested in reading about mushroom lore check out this site Incredible Mushrooms.
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