The series kicks off by examining the importance of growing your own produce, including the satisfaction of rearing meat and nurturing fruit and vegetables.

Hugh looks back at first seven years in Dorset, and all the lessons he has learnt about how to be thrifty on his small holding.

Continuing his retrospective assessment of the vital elements of rural life, Hugh looks back on his ever-increasing commitment to sourcing his food locally.

This episode Hugh looks back at the part played by wild food over six years of Dorset downshifting.

More highlights from previous River Cottage series, with Hugh's reflective, retrospective commentary.

In the final programme of this retrospective River Cottage series, Hugh reflects that sharing fresh, locally grown, seasonal produce with both family and friends has become the cornerstone of the River Cottage experience.