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“It cost me my eyebrows.” This thrilling and ‘anarchic’ blazing barrel event may be Britain’s craziest festival
Once a year, in a thrilling spectacle, the Devon town of Ottery St Mary is set aglow
by flaming tar barrels carried through the streets. Pat Kinsella joins the fiery festivities
10 Hollywood actors you never knew were British
From silent-era stars to Golden Age icons and modern-day faces, these Hollywood greats' origin stories may well shock you, writes Sean Wilson
I spent 3 days hiking England's answer to the Salem witch trials. It was as creepy as it sounds
Eerie rock formations, vanishing streams, sinister twists… Vivienne Crow experiences all and more on a
fantastical three-day tour in the Forest
of Bowland and Yorkshire Dales
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Whale head the length of a minibus unearthed in Cornwall. Here's how it got there
A hunt to uncover the truth about a huge buried whale’s head proved more than fruitful for Cornish journalist Jemma Woodman.
This last-minute Christmas gift will get the whole family talking (and it's not what you think)
It has its own king and a population of 3. Discover England’s weirdest island
Dixe Wills ventures to England’s most unusual tiny isle: Piel Island
"At speeds in excess of 200mph it will power down, headfirst, into the wing of its prey" – 12 deadliest birds of prey in the UK
Screaming banshees, horse skulls and faery trees: 6 eerie and downright creepy rituals and superstitions
You'll find plenty of rural beliefs and superstitions across Britain – with some still being honoured today
46,780 oysters released in Scottish estuary thriving, say experts. Here's why that matters
European flat oysters reintroduced to Scotland's Firth of Forth will help filter water, store carbon and enhance biodiversity, say experts.
18 famous rock star graves: Iconic pilgrimages every true rock 'n' roll fan should make
From Bowie to Bolan, Mercury to Winehouse, experience the UK’s poignant pilgrimages to its most beloved musical visionaries
How to tell if your dog is cold – don't wait for the shivering to start
If your dog is shivering then it's already getting far too cold – here's how to quickly spot the signs of heat loss
30 best-ever Christmas jokes - perfect for crackers
A festive collection of groan-worthy gags guaranteed to delight anyone who loves nature, history, wildlife and the great outdoors.
“Might the builders of Stonehenge have been inspired by visions triggered by magic mushrooms?” The influence of psilocybin on UK culture – and what its future could look like
Is it time to reconsider the role of psychoactive fungi? Joe Pontin explores the history, cultural impact and possible future of liberty cap or ‘magic’ mushrooms
The greatest folk songs ever written? Discover 14 beautiful melodies that still give us goosebumps
From Scotland's lochs and Japan's cherry blossoms to sea shanties and ballads passed down though generation, these are the world's most enduring folk songs
10 famous people Catherine, Princess of Wales is related to, from USA television royalty Ellen DeGeneres to literary icon Jane Austen
Some of Kate Middleton’s extended family are huge Hollywood stars
“If community projects are not well-supported, our countryside will be a bleaker place.” John Craven on the hidden infrastructure gap in rural areas
As post offices and hospitals close, rural residents are left at a huge disadvantage, says John Craven
This stunning Irish coastline is a foodie haven. Go now before the secret's out
For an island nation, we can be unadventurous consumers of seafood, but food-lovers in Northern Ireland are keen to change all that. Margaret Bartlett samples fruits of the ocean on a harbour-hopping tour
BBC release first look images from Pride and Prejudice spinoff, starring Gavin & Stacey icon
The latest BBC Austen adaptation follows the often-ridiculed Bennet sister – Mary – as she navigates life after the events in Pride and Prejudice
Sooth dog separation anxiety and lower stress with this treat-tossing tech (and it's currently 83% off)
Here's how firm your mattress needs to be, according to sleep experts
What too many protein bars can do to your heart, waist and kidneys – a nutritionist gives their expert opinion
Protein snack bars are a popular way to fuel up on the go – but are they a healthy choice?
The best walking and running socks reviews in 2025 to transform your next hike - and perfect for a Christmas stocking!
Our team reviews a selection of the best walking socks including anti-blister, bamboo and wool choices. Get ready to stride in comfort.
“I’ve wandered into an oil painting.” Walk in the unspoiled English landscapes that inspired John Constable
Few artists are as synonymous with a place as John Constable. To celebrate a major Tate Britain exhibition marking 250 years since his birth, Ben Lerwill ventures to the open skies and slow waters of the idyllic Essex-Suffolk border
He gave us Auld Lang Syne and was known for passionate love affairs and bold, radical politics – just who was Robert Burns?
From humble Ayrshire beginnings to worldwide annual celebrations, we take a look at the life of Robert Burns, Scotland's favourite poet.