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England's record-breaking new National Trail is opening soon: Walk the King Charles III England Coast Path
Stretching 2,700 miles around England’s coastline, the King Charles III England Coast Path will soon become the world’s longest managed coastal walking route
“Avoidable” pain, fear and significant distress – pig slaughter methods must change, say experts
Around 90% of UK pigs are stunned using CO2 before slaughter – a method that causes the animals “avoidable” pain, fear and significant distress. Now, experts are calling for a ban, but what are the alternatives? James Fair reports
11 facts you didn't know about Prince William - including how he is related to Winston Churchill
Did you know Kate and William were distant cousins? Or that he is left handed...
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He falsely claimed an Indigenous identity to gain fame in America, despite being from the UK: Should he be remembered as a fraud or a conservation hero?
He was a Native American trapper-turned-conservationist, who helped to save the beaver from extinction. Or was he? Roly Smith tracks down the unlikely true story of Archibald Belaney
Why are barn owls white?
“Environmental catastrophe.” Millions of microplastics from Southern Water spill wash up in East Sussex
Volunteers in a “race against time” as polluting biobeads wash up on Camber Sands beach.
Who is Anita Rani? Everything you need to know about the Countryfile presenter
From star baking to a love of Indiana Jones, here is everything you need to know about the Countryfile presenter and Celebrity Race Across the World star Anita Rani
6 oldest trees in the UK – and the world, including one that's meant to be over 5,000 years old...
From ancient yews to legendary oaks, these are the trees that have stood watch over Britain’s landscapes for thousands of years
Why does the UK have a Prince of Wales?
We take a look at the history of the title Prince of Wales
What is a nature corridor? The quiet power of Britain's green highways
You’ve probably come across the terms ‘nature corridor’ or ‘wildlife corridor’, but what do they actually mean?
What will the Prince of Wales be known as when he is King?
How real was 'War Horse'? Discover the harrowing story and the true horrors of horses on the front line of WWI
The charity The Brooke brings to life the horrors horses faced during the First World War
Why are purple poppies worn?
All you need to know about the purple poppy, including why and when it's worn
Beloved children's author, artist, scientist, sheep farmer – 10 things you didn't know about Beatrix Potter
Our guide to the children's author, writer, illustrator, natural scientist and conservationist Beatrix Potter, looking at her life, her works and best places to visit in the Lake District.
Animal war heroes: 10 incredibly brave creatures that served alongside alongside us in times of war and conflict
Discover Britain’s non-human war heroes
Why are some places are more 'thankful' than others? Discover the shameful secret behind the villages with no war memorial
We track down Britain's thankful villages
Why is the poppy a symbol of remembrance – and how did it come to represent sacrifice?
How did the poppy become a symbol of remembrance? We recount how this pretty red flower came to represent the fallen.
How do I take my cat to the vet without stress? Top tips for vet trips without the drama – or the scratches...
Top tips for a stress-free visit to the vet with your cat
6 best royal period dramas set in the glorious British countryside, which you'll want watch again and again
Celebrate the coronation of King Charles III and the country's kings and queens with these regal films showcasing Britain's majestic estates and landscapes
He lived on the streets – then became one of Britain’s most beloved poets: the journey from tramp to literary legend...
Poet and wanderer WH Davies (1873–1940) elevated idleness to an art form, urging a busy world to embrace the freedom of the great outdoors and
take time to appreciate the small wonders of nature.
A picture-postcard castle, this iconic fortress has been used in many films, including the James Bond epic The World Is Not Enough
Eilean Donan, which means the Island of Donnán, is one of the most photographed places in Scotland and has appeared in a number of films, including Highlander. Visit the fortress, learn about its past and admire the grandeur of the mountains that surround it.
10 most beautiful, spectacular royal gardens - from the King's own creation to one enjoyed by Henry VIII and his many wives....
From Hampton Court Palace to Edinburgh's Royal Botanic Garden, here are the best royal gardens in the UK to visit.
How rural Britain saved the nation from starvation during World War One – secretly revolutionising farming in the process
The First World War placed incredible demands on the countryside and its people – and changed the way we farmed the landscape forever, says Jonathan Brown
Should you really get a puppy? 10 things to consider before you take the plunge...
There are few things more exciting in life than getting a puppy. But offering a dog a lifetime home is a huge responsibility, says veterinary nurse Lucy Wright. Here, she explains what you should consider before getting a puppy.