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Steam trains, Viking castles and sea views: Here's where to stay, what to eat and what to visit on the Isle of Man

From sea crossings and heritage railways to standout seafood and coastal castles, here’s how to get to and around the Isle of Man – plus where to stay, eat and explore once you arrive
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Mass whale stranding on Hebridean beach caused by loyalty to a pod member giving birth, scientists discover

The 55 pilot whales that landed on a beach on the Isle of Lewis were supporting a female whale having a difficult birth, new research discovers
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War is Over Rally in Central Park, New York, New York, May 1975. (Photo by Allan Tannenbaum/Getty Images)

From a time when the world wobbled on its axis: These are the 11 best folk songs from the 1970s

From fractured love affairs to maritime tragedy, the 1970s pushed folk music far beyond its acoustic roots
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Britain's lost giants: 7 dinosaurs that once called Britain home

The UK's shores teemed with dinosaurs during the Mesozoic Era…
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The Clumber Spaniel, Vanitonia Soloist "Bruin" and handler Lee Cox pose for photographs at the trophy presentation after winning the Best in Show competition on the final day of the Crufts dog show at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham, central England, on March 8, 2026. (Photo by Oli SCARFF / AFP via Getty Images)

Meet the special Clumber spaniel named Bruin, winner of Crufts 2026

The rare Clumber spaniel dog breed hasn't won Crufts since 1991. Here's how the pup won over the judges...
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How rich are the Bridgertons? 

Prosperous and eligible in the eyes of society and the Queen, the Bridgerton family in today's money are likely to be multi-millionaires. We investigate...
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European badger - Meles meles

With up to 178 entrances, 50 chambers and getting on for a kilometre of passageways this ancestral home can rival the grandest of houses

Just how big do badger setts get?
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Britain's vanishing crafts: Meet the makers keeping heritage crafts alive – and have a go yourself

From blacksmithing in rural Herefordshire to woodland crafts in North Wales, we meet the makers keeping these age-old crafts alive – and discover how you can try them for yourself.
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Snaefell mountain on the Isle of Man

I plunged into icy seas and found hidden glens: Discover the wild side of the Isle of Man

The Isle of Man is not just Victorian promenades and TT racing. This outdoor playground is brimming with natural wonders and ancient history... and a wildlife surprise or two
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Are we facing a fly-tipping crisis? What to do if you come across a fly-tipper

We look into the consequences for fly-tipping and find out just how common it is in the UK
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Villains or victims? These are Britain's least loved animals

These are the creatures often misunderstood – and perhaps unfairly maligned
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Inside the royal car fleet: These are the official (and personal) vehicles of the British Royal Family

From Bentley State Limousines to the late Queen Elizabeth II’s beloved Rolls-Royces, discover the history and features of the British Royal Family’s extraordinary collection of cars
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Western green lizard (Lacerta bilineata) lying on split wood, showing different wood textures in the surroundings, Vogtsburg am Kaiserstuhl, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, Europe

This 30cm long foreign reptile could dominate habitats near Bournemouth

A colony of western green lizards – which are native to mainland Europe – could have a negative impact on native lizard populations at Boscombe Cliffs in Dorset
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The noble false widow spider (Steatoda nobilis), an invasive species in parts of Europe, rests on a vibrant green leaf. Its bulbous abdomen and distinct markings are clearly visible in this macro shot.

Meet the venomous spider that's rapidly spreading its legs across Britain

The false widow spider, or Steatoda nobilis, has seen rapid expansion across the world
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World Book Day

Tuck into a good book this World Book Day. Browse BBC Countryfile Magazine's favourite nature and countryside books

After reading and reviewing dozens of books on nature and the countryside, we bring you our top 12 reads
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Potential green energy goes to waste as one in four councils in England miss the government’s food recycling deadline

DEFRA decreed weekly food-waste collections across England by the end of March – but nearly 80 councils won’t be ready
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Every body outdoors hiking

“It was a life-changing experience.” Inside the plus-size hiking group transforming the UK's outdoors

With some smart gear choices and support from others, every body can enjoy the benefits of being active in the countryside
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"I thought I didn't have time for a dog – but getting one was the best decision I ever made"

Gaining a canine companion not only gets you out walking more, but also gives you a whole new appreciation of the natural world, discovers ecologist and television presenter Mike Dilger
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Where is Outlander filmed? A guide to the compelling historical drama's filming locations

With the final season release just around the corner, join us as we go behind the scenes to discover the filming locations that bring the historical drama Outlander to life
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Group of women immersed in the tranquillity of the English Lake District, surrounded by lush greenery. They are using a pair of binoculars and a camera, searching the canopy for birds. They are also using a mobile phone to check a bird app they are using to identify birds. A celebration of patience, confidence, and the quiet beauty of nature in Borrowdale, Cumbria. Videos are available similar to this scenario.

Birdwatching can slow the brain’s ageing process, new research shows

Seasoned birders are found to have denser brain tissue, according to a new study
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Is your drinking water toxic? Here's how to take action against the 'forever chemicals' that could increase cancer risks

A moon rises against a residential street with a street light on

Worm Moon: How and when to see this week's lunar spectacular – and why it determines the date of Easter

Everything you need to know about the Worm Moon, when it takes place this year and what the spiritual meaning is behind it
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Think before you reply: This is the hidden carbon cost of every email you send

The unexpected environmental impact of our online lives is bigger than we think. Every email relies on energy-hungry data centres — and the carbon cost adds up fast
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