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Ghosts, grief and grandeur in Cumbria: Is Muncaster Castle Britain's most haunted castle?
Become a ghostbuster and try to uncover the paranormal at Muncaster, one of Britain’s most haunted castles
It’s low in fat and high in protein – but you won’t find it on many supermarket shelves. So why aren’t we eating more venison, asks Adam Henson
Eat more wild venison and do the countryside a favour, says farmer and BBC Countryfile TV presenter Adam Henson
These pubs have the best outdoor gardens and extraordinary views – according to Britain’s top chefs
Sit back, relax and take in spectacular views in some of the country's best pub gardens - as chosen by the UK's top chefs, including Raymond Blanc and Paul Ainsworth
BBC Winterwatch 2026 will have a new location in Northern Ireland that's “teeming with wildlife”
All you need to know about Winterwatch, including when it's on TV and where it is filmed
One of Britain's rarest and CUTEST animals to be reintroduced to Leicestershire for the first time ever
A landmark conservation effort is underway to restore hazel dormice to their former range around the UK
How to spot a dangerous rip current – and what to do if you get stuck in one
Learn how to identify a rip current and what to do if you get caught in one, with expert advice from the RNLI
These 10 groundbreaking Historic England projects have revealed fascinating details about Britain’s past
Discover how archaeologists, conservationists and geophysicists at Historic England are piecing together the past – one burial, shipwreck and dinosaur sculpture at a time
Where does the King live? From royal palaces to private residences here's where the monarch calls home. There's even a Transylvanian retreat.
Where does the King actually live? We take a look at King Charles III's property portfolio and where he likes to spend his time off-duty
Their siblings are probably my favourite trail-running shoes of all time, but these are too firm to be contenders
There's a smarter way to slash your energy bills this summer. Here's how
From Britain’s first smart home to the dark history of the ‘Drowning Pond’: These are the best country parks and estates in the UK
The UK's best country parks, great estates and green spaces for gatherings with friends and family
After surviving 2 catastrophic upheavals during the last 60 million years ecosystems now face humanity’s deadly reckoning
For millions of years, large ecosystems, have astonishingly stayed stable despite extinctions and upheavals. But this will not be the case this time says Helen Pilcher
England’s most picturesque castle was once an open sewer: Bodiam Castle, the moated masterpiece haunted by spirits and spectres
Cross a wide moat to enter a fairytale castle full of medieval atmosphere at this dramatic East Sussex ruin
Is a broken leg always a death sentence for horses? Contrary to common belief it doesn't always mean they have to be shot, says vet
When scientists took DNA from 280 cats they found something surprising...
A new study has found that variations in a specific gene affect a cat’s vocal behaviour more than we thought
Who is Greta Thunberg? Everything you need to know about the environmental activist
Discover how this young Swedish campaigner has inspired a global movement – and why her message matters here in the UK countryside
Is this the most difficult maze in the world? Even Napoleon is said to have been stumped by this labyrinth – and Hitler was too scared to enter
With a complex concentric ring design and imposing, tall hedges, you’ll easily lose yourself in this Italian maze
Good on road and trail, are these the ultimate Parkrun performer?
Left it late? These last minute Father's Day gifts will genuinely impress your outdoorsy dad
Find present inspiration with our Father's Day gift guide, filled with outdoor wear, camping gadgets, pizza ovens, model train sets and more
What vaccinations dogs need and when should puppies receive their first? Veterinary nurse explains all you need to know
Just like humans, dogs need to be vaccinated against serious illness. Veterinary nurse Samantha Felton explains what vaccinations they need when
Where is The Thursday Murder Club filmed? This Elizabethan manor with royal connections takes on a starring role
The cosy crime adaptation is being released on Netflix later this year – but where is The Thursday Murder Club filmed?
Scientists amazed to see humpback whales trying to send messages to humans
Could humpback whales be trying to communicate with us?
This fortified island off the coast of Wales was once home to monkeys and an alligator
Once home to a chapel, a fort, a luxury home and a zoo, this tiny tidal island beside the seaside town of Tenby is a true wonder of the Welsh coastline.
How to stay safe when wild swimming – plus tips for getting started
Dive into our essential guide to wild swimming with our pick of the best places to swim in the UK, water safety and tips on how to get started
