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Musicians (L-R)Richie Havens, Joan Baez, Ramblin' Jack Elliott, Bob Dylan and others perform at a benefit concert for Rubin "Hurricane" Carter.

The world's greatest folk songs: 14 timeless melodies that will make your spine tingle

From Scotland's lochs and Japan's cherry blossoms to sea shanties and ballads passed down though generations, these are the world's most enduring folk songs
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This Rocks by Mark Hetherington Countryfile Calendar 2026

This year’s Countryfile Calendar Photographic Competition is underway! 

Could your photograph become one of the 12 images to feature in the new Countryfile Calendar?
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Asian hornet

Asian hornets: how to identify the invasive wasp and report a sighting

In our expert guide to Asian hornets, entomologist Richard Jones provides advice on how to identify, species facts and where to report a sighting
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Bloodsuckers, stings and bites – how to outsmart Britain's most irritating insects this summer

Britain's insect population surges in spring and summer, with humans often becoming unfortunate prey. Here is our guide to UK insects that bite or sting with tips on how to protect against bug bites.
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Hiking up mountain for Three Peaks Challenge

Catherine, Princess of Wales, has completed Britain's toughest hiking event. Here's how you can conquer the Three Peaks Challenge in 2027

Climbing three British mountains in a 24-hour period is a demanding test of endurance. Here’s how to take on the National Three Peaks Challenge
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How to take your dog abroad

Taking your dog on an overseas holiday: a veterinary surgeon explains all you need to know

Thinking about taking your dog abroad on holiday with you? Veterinary surgeon Antonia Nichols explains all you need to know - and why you need to start planning early
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Macro closeup of a common British wasp feeding on the herb Fennel.

Guide to British wasps: identify common species, lifecycles and discover why wasps sting

These stinging picnic pests don’t deserve our enmity and fear – they are impressive architects that belong to highly developed and complex societies – our expert guide to wasps looks at the common species, their lifecycle and why wasps sting.
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3 year-old Irish Wolfhound Seamus, Irish Guards mascot, and his handler Drummer Ashley Dean following the Irish Guards Parade for St Patrick's Day at Mons Barracks in Aldershot, south-west of London, on March 17, 2024. (Photo by HENRY NICHOLLS / AFP) (Photo by HENRY NICHOLLS/AFP via Getty Images)

As heavy as a kangaroo and as tall as a whisky barrel: meet the UK's biggest dog breed

The Irish wolfhound is truly enormous – but this gentle giant has a calm temperament to counter its size.
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Grow Your Groceries

Did you know you can grow your own plants from slices of tomato? Here's how to do it

Grow new plants just from your weekly shop with tips from gardening expert Simon Akeroyd.
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2N6WXTD People watching a common starling, Sturnus vulgaris, murmuration at the Ripon City Wetlands in North Yorkshire with estimates of 150,000 starlings, England, UK. Credit: Rebecca Cole/Alamy Live News

Birdwatching made easy: 10 simple tips to start spotting more birds

Birding is one of the most rewarding yet simple hobbies, where time slows and you're required to completely immerse yourself in nature and the present. Here are Dominique Couzins top 10 tips for getting into the rewarding study of bird watching...
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How to prevent tick bites on dogs

These blood-sucking parasites can cause kidney failure in dogs. Here's how to keep your pup safe this summer

Veterinary surgeon Hannah Godfrey explains all you need to know about tick bites in dogs, including symptoms of tick-borne diseases
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woman in sportswear practicing yoga, standing in therapeutic asana paired with Cow Pose on the inhale, Cat exercise, Marjaryasana

I'm a longevity coach. These are my 7 steps to beat back pain, improve posture and live longer

Longevity coach Darren Morris shares tips to avoid back pain and how to treat niggles when they arise
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flapper skate

Does this centenarian marine giant that can grow to the size of a dinner table still exist in UK waters?

The magnificent and rare flapper skate can live up to 100 years, weigh up to 100kg and grow to three metres in length
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Great Bay St. Martin's Isles of Scilly

Discover the white sand beaches and captivating landscapes of the Isles of Scilly

A true nature-lovers haven, the 200 isles making up the archipelago of Scilly are in equal parts dreamy as they are untouched and teeming with nature's finest creatures
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A dog garbage bin overflowing with rubbish bags

Is Britain's litter problem leading to an animal welfare crisis? New data paints an alarming picture

It's a growing issue with an unclear solution, new data reveals the state of our streets are directly impacting our pets' health.
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Keep your garden heathy while on holiday

Going on vacation? Stop your garden from dying while you’re away, with these 8 easy steps to help your garden survive summer

Keep your garden happy and healthy while you're away, no matter the weather, with these expert tips
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Landing Craft Infantry (LCI) of the U.S. Coast Guard during training exercise Fabius at Slapton Sands, Devon, 3rd - 9th May May 1944. Coast Guard-manned LCI (L)-85, was later damaged by enemy fire during the invasion and sank in the English Channel on D-Day. (Photo by Galerie Bilderwelt/Getty Images)

749 US soldiers died on this English beach weeks before D-Day. This is the tragic lesser-told story

Aerial view of a large Google Data Centre being built in Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, UK on 31st May 2025

There are 477 of these mega buildings across the UK. What happens inside will shock you

Here's how much energy your next ChatGPT query will use.
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Black and white illustration of The death of Thom, alias Sir William Courtenay, Dunkirk, Kent, 1838

The last battle fought on English soil: How a charismatic charlatan led a deadly rebellion against the British Army

The bizarre, bloody, and largely forgotten uprising that changed a quiet corner of Kent forever
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Isle of Skye Scotland UK: October 10th of 2023 Dunvegan Castle is a remarkable piece of Scottish history and the oldest continuously inhabited castle in Scotland, having been the ancestral home of the Chiefs of Clan MacLeod for 800 years. Located on the Isle of Skye, the castle is built on a rock overlooking an inlet on the eastern shore of Loch Dunvegan

Are you related to one of Scotland's deadliest clans? Meet Scottish history's most powerful – and violent – families

Six clans that shaped modern Scotland
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Cheerful dog breed labrador retriever in the meadow. The dog stands on the grass in the shade and looks into the lens. Outdoor photo

I'm a vet and these are the 10 naughtiest dog breeds in the world (there's a clear number one)

Is your dog on the naughty list?
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I'm an outdoor kit reviewer. These are the 12 best hiking and running buys of the summer

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