Forge Folk Notes
Forge Folk Notes is where we share the quieter side of life at The Old Forge.
Small stories from the seasons, thoughts between arrivals, and the simple things that make time slow a little here.
It’s for those who stay with us, those who plan to, and those who simply like the idea of switching off. Notes on country life, local places we love, evenings under dark skies, and the kind of moments that don’t need much explaining.
Annual moth vist
One of our favourite times of year — the annual visit from our dear friend Tim, a moth expert from Guernsey. So often mistaken for mere fluttering nuisances, moths are in fact creatures of quiet wonder — patterned like tapestries, drawn to the moon, and vital to our nighttime ecosystems. Tim helps us see what the night hides in plain sight: the delicate beauty of these misunderstood visitors