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What to wear when exercising in hot weather: Stay cool with the right kit

This kit will help you stay as cook s possible when exercising in hot weather
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This monstrous hellhound is thought to have inspired Dracula – discover the legend of Barghest

Fergus Collins delves into the legend of the Barghest
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5 best supplements for all-round better health: These help you defy aging, lose belly fat and get more energy

We take a look at the key supplements for improving your health...
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Dogs are more likely to get sunstroke than humans - and it can be fatal. Vet explains how to keep dogs cool in hot weather AND what to do if heatstroke strikes

Sunstroke can be fatal for dogs. Here's what do if you suspect your dog is overheating - and how to keep them cool in hot weather
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How much water should I drink? Stay hydrated with these expert tips

“A remarkable find": student unearths prehistoric animal on Jurassic Coast

The 145-million-year-old mammal fossil – discovered at Durlston Bay in Dorset – reveals a new species that lived alongside dinosaurs.
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What temperature is too hot to walk your dog in? You can do more harm than good warns veterinary surgeon

When is it too hot to walk your dog? Expert advice from veterinary surgeon Linda Simon
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Heat exhaustion warning signs – don't ignore the hidden dangers and spot the signs early before it becomes a medical emergency

How to stay safe in hot weather and avoid dehydration and heatstroke, from the experts at St John Ambulance.
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What's the hottest temperature ever recorded in the UK?

As temperatures soar to 34°C in parts of the UK this weekend, we ask, what is the hottest it has ever been?
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Countryfile Calendar 2024

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Forget Wistman’s Wood and Haytor – these are Dartmoor’s best hidden gems, according to a local

Romantic tors, ancient history, friendly pubs, waterfalls and pretty villages – Dartmoor National Park offers the perfect escape. Fi Darby reveals the moor’s hidden delights
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100 metre drops, boulder fields and mirage-inducing sandflats: Here are the scariest public footpaths in the UK and the world

Not all footpaths are created equal – these are some of the scariest public rights of way in the UK and the world
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16 best walks in Cumbria: One of Britain's most beautiful counties is a glorious rugged landscape of hills, mountains, lakes and coastline

Find the best hiking routes in Cumbria, including path descriptions and maps.
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Is this the prettiest long distance walking trail in the UK? Spot up to 16 counties from one stunning viewpoint

As it's surprisingly hilly, there are plenty of scenic spots along the Cotswold Way.
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British wildlife

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BBC Countryfile Magazine Podcast

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