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Thomas Hardy's cottage wide angle, Thorncombe Wood, Dorset, England. Bright tranquil Spring days highlight the blue skies and rich colours of the English countryside and contrast with the traditional old style of building architecture found in the cottages, homes and landmarks of the idyllic Dorset landscape, such as the author Thomas Hardy's cottage here, location for books such as Far From the Madding Crowd.

Follow in the footsteps of the UK's best authors: These are Britain's best literary trails

A novel way to explore the British countryside? Travel differently this year, following the rivers, moors and coastlines once trodden by Britain's literary greats
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A dog walks through a misty fountain on the banks of the Vistula River in Warsaw during a heatwave that hit the city on July 3, 2025. (Photo by Wojtek RADWANSKI / AFP) (Photo by WOJTEK RADWANSKI/AFP via Getty Images)

Protect your dog from the harmful (at times fatal) effects of sunstroke and heat stroke – Vet shares how to keep your pet cool in hot weather

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
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Shocking photos released as RSPCA urges public to adopt as 4,200 heartbreaking mass animal incidents leave shelters overwhelmed

There were 75 large-scale incidents involving 100 or more animals being rescued from the same property last year alone
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Where is Countryfile visiting this week and what time is it on BBC1?

Sean Fletcher and Anita Rani head to St Michael’s Mount in Cornwall after Storm Goretti ripped through the island in one of the most destructive weather events to hit the small community in decades.
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Is there a shark in the River Thames? Here's what the experts think...

Video footage taken near Hammersmith Bridge in London showed what appeared to be the fin of large animal moving through the water
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The new law on "livestock worrying" all dog owners need to know about – or risk facing unlimited fines

New legislation has been passed that requires dog walkers to be more aware of their surroundings than ever before
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BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA - 2025/09/07: A Harbor (or harbour) seal (Phoca vitulina) swimming in the water of Windy Bay in the Great Bear Rainforest, British Columbia, Canada. (Photo by Wolfgang Kaehler/LightRocket via Getty Images)

As tall as Napoleon and hungry for octopus, meet the sun-loving mammal once hunted for its fur

The common seal, or harbour seal, is typically a placid and gentle creature that lives along much of Britain's coast, if you know where to look...
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Hidden in plain sight: The ingenious deception of World War One's stealth trees

Hidden among desolate, war-ridden landscapes, the lifeless trunks of 'stealth trees' concealed a daring secret. Inside them, silent watchers risked everything in an attempt to turn the tide of the most devastating war Europe had ever seen.
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Vue aérienne d'une calanque près de Marseille le 20 août 2023. (Photo by Victor LOCHON/Gamma-Rapho via Getty Images)

European E-paths: Explore the interconnected super-trails along Europe's most scenic and iconic walking routes 

Spanning over 75,000km of Europe's most stunning hiking routes, E-paths are a brilliant way to explore further afield
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LOUTH, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 05: A grey seal pup and it's mother lay on the beach near the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust's Donna Nook nature reserve on December 5, 2016 in Louth, England. Seal numbers have continued to increase with over 1600 pups born at the reserve this year. Large bull seals are the first to arrive at the reserve in late October or early November where they will wait for females. The cow's arrive later and are herded into harems by the bulls, where they give birth to a single pup which is covered in white fur. The seals return to the North Sea in January before returning to the same area to give birth the following year. The Donna Nook reserve is the UK's premier destination to see Grey Seals and thousands of visitors from across the country come to see the wildlife spectacle every year. (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images)

This sofa-sized mammal dives to 300m depths and weighs the same as 100 tenpin bowling balls

We share all you need to know about grey seals on British shores, including where to find them and the typical lifespan of the water-loving pups
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WIARWICKSHIRE, ENGLAND - Aerial Photograph of Warwick Castle, this mediaeval fortification is located10 miles south-west of Coventry, on the southern side of Warwick town, overlooking the River Avon and it is . Aerial photograph by David Goddard

Castles turned into theme parks, 1000-year-old strongholds, picturesque ruins, and ancient royal fortifications – these are Britain's oldest castles

From Roman ruins to towering medieval strongholds, telling a story over a millennium. This list will transport you back centuries...
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Rain clouds over the sea cliffs and stacks of Duncansby, Caithness, Highlands, Scotland, UK. (Photo by: Arterra/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)

If there were an apocalypse, where would you go? Don't panic – we've gathered the hidden countryside refuges you didn't know existed

Imagine the moment everything familiar collapses. Where would you turn? In a global catastrophe, where could you shelter and survive? This guide explores the safest places to seek refuge—and how to make it through an apocalypse in Britain.
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These are the species disappearing before our eyes in Britain – Meet the UK's 17 most endangered animals

From once-common garden visitors to creatures now clinging to survival, Britain’s wildlife is in crisis. Discover the species on the brink – and the fragile places they still call home
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Aerial photo from a drone of Aldeburgh Beachfront, Suffolk.

The 21 UK place names that Americans (and lots of Brits!) can't pronounce correctly

A guide to the UK’s most mispronounced place names, where centuries of linguistic change have quietly reshaped how words look and sound
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Aliens on the Moon, spaghetti grown in trees, a telegram from Churchill: Here are 10 of the most epic April Fools' Day hoaxes in history

We explore some of the greatest and most curious April Fools' Day jokes ever created
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Why do we celebrate April Fools’ Day? Discover the hard-to-believe history behind the pranks

From bathing lions to paper fish, we take a deep dive into the wacky origins of this prank-filled day.
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A curly-coated Poodle stands alert by the lake shore, looking directly at the camera. The serene scene includes a lush forest and crystal-clear reflections of the trees on the water, capturing a peaceful outdoor moment perfect for pet lifestyle and nature themes

No chaos, just chill: These 6 dog breeds are perfect for first-time pet owners

From easy-going companions to highly trainable favourites, these six breeds are ideal for beginners – as chosen by a vet nurse
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Badger cub puffs up like a balloon when startles (credit: Bramblewood House UK Wildlife)

This badger behaviour is so rare, most people have never seen it – Watch how badger cubs react when they're startled

When badgers are surprised, they can puff up like a beachball to look bigger to their potential attacker. Catching it on film is incredibly rare – but one wildlife spotter managed it
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Pair of common cuttlefish (Sepia officinalis), common cuttlefish mating, dive site El Cabron Marine Reserve, Arinaga, Gran Canaria, Spain, Atlantic Ocean, Europe

Hanging out on a mucus thread together or challenging your boyfriend to a boxing match? These are the weirdest mating rituals in the animal kingdom

For these creatures, there’s no such thing as wining and dining a potential mate – the courtship rituals look a little different
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A pink moon over the top of Stonehenge in dim light

Pink moon: How and when to see this week's stunning lunar display (and what it actually means)

Everything you need to know about the Pink Moon, when it takes place this year and what the spiritual meaning is behind it
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Plymouth, Devon, England, UK, Overview of Tinside Lido on Plymouth seafront, Historic art deco style and voted in top ten outdoor pools in Europe. Outdoor salt water swimming pool. (Photo by: Peter Titmuss/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)

Britain’s most iconic lido can actually be found in London – but there are plenty more to explore, from geothermal heating to art deco masterpieces

Come on in, the water's lovely! Take a dip in one of Britain's most spectacular lidos this spring and summer with our pick of the best lidos in the UK
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MARGATE, ENGLAND - JULY 16: A view of Margate tidal pool at low tide on July 16, 2022 in Margate, United Kingdom. Britain is experiencing a heatwave this week as temperatures in some parts are expected to reach between 37c and 40c. A level 3 heat health alert has been issued for the south and eastern parts of England, rising to level 4 by Monday. (Photo by Hollie Adams/Getty Images)

Britain's most beautiful tidal pools: 10 historic wild swimming gems waiting to be explored

Take a dip on the wild side with one of these stunning saltwater tidal pools. Explore some of Britain's best-kept hidden swim spots with our guide
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The Admiral von Tromp wreck in front of the black nab at Salt Wick Bay. (Photo by: Loop Images/Dave Peck/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)

Unravelling the enigma of the Admiral von Tromp: What really happened to the wayward trawler?

Discover the story behind the modern and frankly mind-boggling mystery that still remains unsolved today
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