Fly Agaric

Possibly our most iconic toadstool and with hallucinogenic qualities. It is used a medicine in some part of the world and has a religious significance in others. According to the Woodland Trust - "
"It was commonly found on Christmas cards in Victorian and Edwardian times as a symbol of good luck and its colours are thought to have been the inspiration for Santa Claus's red and white suit." - 
So there is a seasonal thought for you. 

Taken after the South East Score orienteering event today. It was very misty and drizzly and this was by far the brightest thing in the forest today