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From Roman invaders to medieval feasts – the curious history of British wine
British wine has a storied history.
The forgotten WWII rumour that the British government supplied sailors with porn
The government played dirty... in a way you wouldn't expect.
The deadliest diseases of the Middle Ages – and the terrifying ways they killed
From the Black Death to dysentery, we explore the most gruesome and lethal diseases of the medieval period – and how they shaped the course of history
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It's grey seal pup season - here's where you're most likely to see them in the UK
An adorable sighting if you live near the coast.
Britain is home to more than 24,000 insect species – but which is the most common?
There are believed to be as many as 10 million species of insect on Earth – but which is the most common insect to be found in the UK?
These unlikely crops could help restore Britain's peatlands – and tackle climate change
An unexpected space is helping fight back.
Those sheep staring at you from across the field aren't just being nosy – here's what's really happening
Where is the Gilded Age’s Sidmouth Castle filmed - as it sure isn't in the real Sidmouth in UK? Here’s the truth behind the Duke of Buckingham’s ancestral home
In the Julian Fellowes-helmed period drama The Gilded Age, we get a glimpse of England's Sidmouth Castle, the home gf Gladys and the Duke. But where is it?
The best hikes and walks in England: From Cornwall to Sheffield and more
Discover the beauty of the English countryside on foot – from quiet country lanes and flower-banked rivers to spectacular hills and dales.
Think twice before getting one of these 7 cat breeds, warns vet
We take a look at the unhealthiest cat breeds.
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 real was the film '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
These five changes in your cat’s body language could be telling you something important - here’s what to look out for
A little independence could make your dog happier – here's how to encourage it
An independent dog isn’t necessarily an aloof one and by helping our four-legged friends to make their own choices we can help them become happier, more confident companions.
The number of British hedgehogs are falling rapidly - this is what you can do to help
Scafell Pike walk, Lake District: how to climb England's highest mountain
Climb to the summit of Scafell Pike, the highest mountain in England, on this challenging 5-mile route in the Lake District National Park
Why do hedgehogs inflate like balloons?
Hedgehogs are famous for curling into tight, prickly balls. But a rare condition can cause their bodies to swell to several times their normal size.
Wildlife Trusts hit £30 million target to purchase and rewild massive Rothbury Estate roughly the size of Athens
One of the biggest projects of its kind in British history.
Scientists are puzzled by this same-sex bull and donkey relationship
Dogs aren't being naughty when they run off – here's what's driving them
From irresistible scents to the thrill of the chase, some dogs seem determined to explore the world beyond their owner’s side.
The hidden cost of Britain’s outdoor boom – and why our wild places need help
The BMC is raising the alarm on how Britain's landscapes are treated.
Which cats have the fewest health problems? A vet shares their top breeds
We take a look at the healthiest cat breeds
Could your dog ever forget you? What vets know about canine memory
Viking, Norman or Saxon? What your surname says about your ancestry
Here's what your surname could reveal about your family's past.
