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Swifts are in decline and urgently need our help
I’ve called into the Eels Foot Inn, a traditional pub in the hamlet of Eastbridge, in the heart of Suffolk’s heritage coast and bordering RSPB’s flagship reserve at Minsmere. Sadly, I won’t be sampling any tempting ales today; I'm visiting the beer
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In the company of wolves in the Lake District
Nestled in the rolling hills of South Lakeland between Newby Bridge and Cartmel, the pretty hamlet of Ayside is the last place you would expect to be spending a sunny afternoon walking with a pack of wolves. Yet here we are trundling down country
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Villager Jim: The Banksy of the Photography world
A multiple national award-winner, eulogised by the Duke of Devonshire and his pictures viewed hundreds of millions times online - yet nobody is quite sure who Villager Jim is. Enigmatic is an unusual way to describe a photographer who has had
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The recovery of Norfolk’s habitats and wildlife is in our hands
In the 1800s my great-great-grandfather G. W. Lee farmed 4,000 acres in the upper catchment of the River Bure. At the time, of course, there were no tractors on the land. Farms were worked by men and women and by heavy horses. To cultivate such extensive
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Why moths deserve a little love and admiration
Moths can be easily misunderstood and seen less favourably than their butterfly cousins. Some people may have a fear of moths in flight or see them as pesky pests that may chomp a favourite jumper. But these underrated insects deserve a little love
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Let's go rockpooling on the Dorset coast
Wild places to visit and exciting wildlife adventures to enjoy with Dorset Wildlife Trust Let's go rockpooling! Peering into one of Dorset’s rock pools (like these two people rockpooling at Kimmeridge, above) sparks curiosity whatever your
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The abundance of wildlife on the glorious grasslands of the Cotswolds
What do you picture when you hear the word meadow? Whatever scene you see, it probably has a swathe of colourful flowers, hopefully buzzing with bees and other insects. But it’s a word that can mean different things to different people. Traditionally
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Is the elusive vole about to return to Devon?
Pullquote: 'It’s wonderful to see the little things coming out into the wild and starting a new life' With whiskers glinting in the sunlight and bright eyes full of wonder, the pair slowly edge out of their straw-filled cage and – plop, plop –
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Preserving Derbyshire’s wildlife on the National Trust estates
National Trust rangers, volunteers, contractors and students from Hope Valley Pathways have started important work to create a haven for nature at Dalehead, near Edale. Nestled in the shadow of iconic Peak District landmarks of Kinder Scout and
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How you can help bring back Cheshire’s lost meadows
Pull quote: 'These havens aren’t just picturesque landscapes, they’re the lifeblood for countless valuable insects, mammals and birds' A summer meadow is a beautiful sight with swathes of colour, buzzing with bees and other insects. Sadly, meadows
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Meet the people saving animals across Essex
Lauren Knight hears from the animal rescuers of Essex about the work they do to ensure every creature, big or small, receives the love and respect they deserve, and finds out what the rest of us can do to help too. It may surprise you to learn
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Celebrating 20 years of the Newton Stewart Walking Festival
Newton Stewart Walking Festival sprang from a traumatic experience for the economy of south west Scotland which was hit by foot and mouth disease in the spring of 2001. The farming industry was faced with the economic and emotional impact of the slaughter
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Join a dawn chorus walk or night-time safari in Sussex
Arriving in the dark there are stars in the sky, a chill in the air and the only sound is the song of the Nightingale. The yawns and heavy eyes of the early start are soon forgotten as you marvel at the rich melodious notes, piping calls and bizarre
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Volunteers help restore Lancashire's hedgerows
Hedges are amazing. While we see them all the time and may take them for granted, a lovely mixed species native hedge is an absolute gift for wildlife. Not only do they provide food and shelter, but they also act like wildlife motorways, allowing everything
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Win tickets to Disney’s Aladdin at the Palace Theatre in Manchester
You could win two tickets to Disney’s Aladdin at the Palace Theatre, Manchester Don't miss out on Disney's enchanting Aladdin musical, an extraordinary theatrical phenomenon that has already captivated the hearts of over 14 million people globally
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Somerset resident Alastair Fothergill on working with Sir David Attenborough
Award-winning film director and Somerset resident Alastair Fothergill OBE is bringing Sir David Attenborough’s Wild Isles on tour. Who can forget the incredible Wild Isles series that graced our screens last year? With Sir David Attenborough reminding
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Why thousands of teenagers are preparing to descend on Dartmoor
Thousands of teenagers are preparing to descend on Dartmoor this month to take on the challenge of a lifetime. Chrissy Harris talks to the people involved in the British Army’s Ten Tors expedition. Impressive, emotive and rewarding Major
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These are the best places to stay in East Anglia
Are you looking for a cosy getaway for two, the ideally located basecamp for all your adventures around the county, or just a place to escape to in order to soak your troubles away in the spa? No matter what your idea of a perfect holiday is, our picks