How to make salt (produces 30-40g salt per litre)

Fancy giving salt making a go? Read on for the full instructions.

1. Find a clean beach, away from wastewater stations or industrial sites. Check local water quality on Surfers Against Sewage.

2. Go at high tide on a calm day, and wade in a little way so you’re not scooping sand up with the water. Make sure you’re safe and take someone with you to help.

3. Scoop water from the top of the waves where it’s freshest into large Tupperware or strong food bags.

4. Once you’re back home and dry, tip the seawater into a clear container, cover it, and leave in a cool room overnight so the sediment settles.

5. The next day, line a sieve with a clean J-cloth and place over a large, heavy-based saucepan. A wider pan will help the water evaporate quicker. Gently tip the water through the sieve, without pouring the sediment in.

The simple joy of foraging for your own salt