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the skylark

"I found myself padlocked out of the countryside"

Bethany comments on the barriers keeping millions out of nature and the urgent need to redesign access for all.

may 2026

Western Mail

A bold new book redefines nature writ­ing

An article in Saturday magazine about how Bethany explores dis­ab­il­ity, access and eco­lo­gical urgency.

may 2026

buzz magazine

Wales by wheelchair:
A personal perspective on the land

Book review of My Body is a Meadow.

may 2026

the simple things

Spring forth

An extract from My Body is a Meadow about how being able to wheel through parkland coming into life is a moment of glee.

may 2026

EDS UK

Award-winning disabled author releases book on access to nature

Bethany urges readers to rethink our relationships with nature in her new book.

MAY 2026

lovereading

Review: My Body is a Meadow

Review of My Body is a Meadow, in which it is made a LoveReading Pick of the Month and a Star Read.

apr 2026

BBC Radio Wales

Country Focus

Bethany talks about her memoir, My Body is a Meadow, which reflects on her story of finding joy in nature.

May 2026

wales arts review

Weekly arts round-up

My Body is a Meadow is mentioned in a weekly round-up of art and art-related news coming out of Wales.

MAY 2026

Bethany discusses My Body is a Meadow, becoming a wheelchair user, accessible outdoor spaces and her upcoming Hay Festival appearance.

BBC

MAY 2026

MAY 2026

Nature-loving disabled woman 'literally padlocked out' of favourite landscapes

Feature about Bethany and how she can't enjoy nature in the same way now she's unable to walk

BBC Radio Wales

The Behnaz Akhgar Show

Bethany discusses My Body is a Meadow, becoming a wheelchair user, accessible outdoor spaces and her upcoming Hay Festival appearance.

MAY 2026

MAY 2026

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