Giant Puffball - Calvatia gigantea

An easily recognised fungus by its often massive size. Generally round and white with irregular lobes and a thick leathery skin, which is easily peeled away. Attached to the ground by a root-like cord.

Grows on the ground on verges, in pasture or woods.

Usually seen in summer and autumn

Widespread and fairly frequent in Britain.

Occasional in Leicestershire and Rutland.