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Is it safe to eat wild blackberries in the UK?<\/h2>\n
Grown in clusters along hedgerows, it is safe to eat wild blackberries found in the UK, although you should wash and freeze them first to kill any bugs.<\/p>\n
The blackberry should not be confused with the black raspberry, which looks almost identical. The easiest way to tell the difference is by the core. Blackberries will always have a white core, with part of the stem still attached, whereas black raspberries are hollow in the centre as the stem is left behind when picked. Black raspberries are a treat to find though \u2013 they are less tart than blackberries and make excellent jams<\/a>.<\/p>\n
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You will find blackberries in woods, hedges, heaths, roadside verges,\u00a0and possibly even your garden. Brambles are usually found in a tangled straggly clump, with prickly, toothed leaves that turn reddish green in the autumn. The berries should be a deep, purple-black when picked. Blackberries are at their best towards the latter half of summer, peaking in\u00a0August\u00a0and early\u00a0September.<\/p>\n
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Bramble thorns caused the downfall of one Greek hero<\/h3>\n
The Greeks enjoyed blackberries and believed them to be a cure for mouth and throat diseases. According to Greek mythology, the hero Belleraphon was thrown into brambles after he dared to ride the Pegasus to Mount Olympus. He was blinded by the thorns in his fall and wandered alone and outcast thereafter.<\/p>\n
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Truces were called during the Civil War to pick blackberries<\/h3>\n
During the Civil War, blackberry tea was said to be the best cure for dysentery. Temporary truces were declared throughout the conflict to allow both Union and Confederate soldiers to forage for blackberries. It was not completely successful however, as outbreaks of dysentery still plagued the soldiers throughout the war.<\/p>\n
What is the scientific study of blackberries called?<\/h3>\n
Surprisingly, Batology is the name given to the study of blackberries.\u00a0Chiropterology is the study of bats. Just to confuse you even further \u2013 a batologist is defined as someone who studies blackberries but is also frequently and probably mistakenly used a colloquial and humorous term for someone who studies bats.<\/p>\n
Unripe blackberries are red, not green<\/h3>\n
Blackberry fruit are red in colour, rather than green, before they are ripe. There is an old expression that \u201cblackberries are red when they\u2019re green\u201d.<\/p>\n
Tradition also claims that the blackberry\u2019s deep purple colour represents Christ\u2019s blood and the crown of thorns was made of brambles.<\/p>\n
What are the health benefits of eating blackberries?<\/h2>\n
According to English folklore, passing under the archway formed by a bramble branch can cure hernias, ruptures, pimples and boils. This has also been used as a remedy for \u201cdowner\u201d cows, cows that for whatever reason are unable to stand.<\/p>\n
Apparently, eating blackberries can also help you look younger, as\u00a0blackberries are rich in anti-oxidants that promote the healthy tightening of tissue, making your skin less likely to sag or wrinkle.<\/p>\n
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Blackberry facts: history, folklore and scientific facts<\/h2>\n

Best places for picking blackberries<\/h2>\n
Brambles can be found in most\u00a0woodlands, but here is a small selection of places to start your blackberry hunt. Here is our pick of a couple of our favourite blackberry picking spots.<\/p>\n

Can you freeze blackberries?<\/h3>\n
Blackberries freeze well and can be used throughout winter in crumbles and pies. \u00a0Freezing them will also help kill any bugs.<\/p>\n

Best blackberry recipes<\/h2>\n
Use up a glut of blackberries with these easy recipes.<\/p>\n

Blackberry and apple mini pies<\/a><\/h3>\n
Make these fruity mini pies using freshly foraged blackberries<\/p>\n
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Blackberry facts: history, folklore and scientific facts<\/h2>\n

Best places for picking blackberries<\/h2>\nBrambles can be found in most\u00a0woodlands, but here is a small selection of places to start your blackberry hunt. Here is our pick of a couple of our favourite blackberry picking spots.<\/p>\n

Can you freeze blackberries?<\/h3>\nBlackberries freeze well and can be used throughout winter in crumbles and pies. \u00a0Freezing them will also help kill any bugs.<\/p>\n

Best blackberry recipes<\/h2>\nUse up a glut of blackberries with these easy recipes.<\/p>\n

Best places for picking blackberries<\/h2>\n
Brambles can be found in most\u00a0woodlands, but here is a small selection of places to start your blackberry hunt. Here is our pick of a couple of our favourite blackberry picking spots.<\/p>\n

Can you freeze blackberries?<\/h3>\n
Blackberries freeze well and can be used throughout winter in crumbles and pies. \u00a0Freezing them will also help kill any bugs.<\/p>\n

Best blackberry recipes<\/h2>\n
Use up a glut of blackberries with these easy recipes.<\/p>\n