Leach Press and Oakist Press
Newsletter – Issue 1
31 May 2026
Hello everyone,
Welcome to the first Leach Press and Oakist Press newsletter.
The aim is simple – once a week, I'll send a short update covering new books, new videos, events, projects and life at Oakwood.
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New Oakist Press Books
Three new books have recently been released through Oakist Press.
Living on the Road, Waterways or Off-grid in the UK
Dicky Dread
A practical guide to alternative living in the UK, covering vanlife, boats, off-grid living, traveller culture, legal realities and the many different ways people choose to live beyond conventional housing.
Nature Boy's Magical World
Steve Andrews
A personal testimony of a life shaped by a profound and enduring connection with the natural world. Steve reflects on nature, spirituality, creativity and the experiences that have shaped his remarkable journey.
Physics, Consciousness & Reality
Dicky Dread and Nigel Adams
An exploration of some of the deepest questions in science and philosophy. Drawing together ideas from physics, cosmology, consciousness studies and systems thinking, the book examines the relationship between mind, matter and reality itself.
New Videos This Week
Living on the Road, Waterways or Off-grid in the UK
Three new episodes were released this week:
- Can you really live freely on UK waterways?
- Off-grid living isn't as legal as you think
- Why horsedrawn travellers still face removal in the UK
These episodes explore the realities of canal life, off-grid living, planning law and the continuing challenges faced by travelling communities in modern Britain.
Physics, Consciousness & Reality
Three new episodes were also released this week:
- Psychedelics and the fragility of reality
- Why ancient cultures used psychedelics
- The strange mathematics of the DMT experience
These videos continue our exploration of consciousness, altered states, perception and the nature of reality.
Oakwood Rewilding Project
Work continues at Oakwood in Llanbrynmair.
Recent activities have included tree planting, habitat creation, hedge establishment, dock management and woodland path maintenance.
The land continues its gradual transition towards a more diverse and wildlife-rich landscape, while also providing space for food growing, community activities and low-impact living.
Upcoming event
Oakwood Rewilding Day
11 July 2026
A community day of rewilding at Oakwood, Llanbrynmair, including habitat restoration, tree mulching, woodland path work, dock management, wildlife activities for children and a shared vegan meal.
Coming Soon
Work continues on a number of current and future projects, including:
- Further episodes of Physics, Consciousness & Reality
- Further episodes of Living on the Road, Waterways or Off-grid in the UK
- New Oakist Press releases
- Resources and the Future – An Anarchist Perspective
- Crime, Justice and Punishment – An Anarchist Perspective
Stay Connected
Thank you again for your support.
Until next week,
Dicky Dread
Leach Press & Oakist Press