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A wildfire blazes through Ynysfeio Forest, above the Welsh village of Treherbert in the Rhondda Fawr valley in South Wales on August 16, 2026. (Photo by Ryan Hiscott/Getty Images)

The rising threat of wildfires in the UK: Why Britain is completely unprepared for a warming climate

The army has been deployed in Wales; the Cairngorms were ablaze for weeks. Why does the UK seem to be going up in smoke this summer?
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A Golden Retriever sleeping on a sofa

Here's how to pick the perfect dog breed after 60 to match your lifestyle

A dog past 60 can be just as wonderful as any other age. But there are a few factors to consider to make the experience best for both you and your pup.
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Bear Grylls and Paras Patel handling a snake together

"Life will test all of us at some point." Bear Grylls on overcoming fear and finding peace in nature

Ahead of the final season of his show, The Chosen in the Wild with Bear Grylls, the rugged presenter spoke to Countryfile magazine about his faith and the importance in escaping your comfort zone.
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Are there hidden PFAS in your outdoor gear? Harmful 'forever chemicals' could be closer than you think

Your outdoor clothing performs on the trails, but what is its impact on your health and the planet? James Witts meets the kit innovators aiming to tread more lightly on the landscape.
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A sand wheelchair for the disabled

Here's how to plan the ultimate wheelchair-friendly holiday (and the spots to avoid)

Erica Crompton's fiancé is a wheelchair user – here are the hacks she uses to find the best wheelchair-friendly accommodation, cruises and holiday destinations
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Tractor framed by trees

Shocking truth about farm safety uncovered, as farming is named Britain's deadliest profession

Work is underway to reduce farming’s terrible death toll, which makes up for a fifth of worker fatalities.
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A walker protects themselves from the sun on the scorched grass of Hyde Park

The secret cooling tactics the World Cup footballers used to beat the heat – and how you can steal them for yourself

From elite training camps to your back garden, discover the hidden heat-survival secrets used by professional footballers to stay cool
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Wildfire Warnings Issued Across Scotland

In a land of megafires, we all need to help prevent the next inferno. Here's what you can do...

With wildfires on the rise, here's what you can do to keep safe and protect our countryside during the dry summer months...
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Fossil hunters bend down looking among Eocene rocks and stone at Warden Point, Isle of S

Go treasure hunting: 6 brilliant ways to unearth lost histories and hidden riches right on your doorstep

From muddy riverbeds to coastal shores, discover the unusual outdoor hobbies that will turn your next walking into a genuine adventure
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Dairy cows getting in the way of a walking path

Fear not! Here's how to stay safe while walking near cows

Cows are generally docile, but if you get caught on the wrong side it can be bad news – but you'll be absolutely fine if you follow these steps
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how to make a pinhole viewer for eclipse

No glasses for the eclipse? Don't panic – here's how to make your own eclipse viewing box at home

You can make your own eclipse viewing projector safely, using stuff from around the house. Here's how...
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People watch a Punch and Judy show on Weymouth beach, on July 27, 2026 in Weymouth, United Kingdom. (Photo by Finnbarr Webster/Getty Images)

Escape to the seaside this summer and explore Britain's best classic seaside attractions

The UK coastline is famed for its classic seaside resorts, each with its own vintage attractions. Here's our top 10 – from boats and big wheels, to trains and yummy ice cream spots.
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Beaches at Luskentyre on Eilean Siar in the Western Isles or Outer Hebrides (The Isle of Harris, specifically), off North West Scotland in the UK. Taken in midmorning, early May 2021 during an unusually prolonged winter. Both images show dramatic storm clouds building over the North Harris hills but these are casing shadows and unusual light where the hills meet the sea. The sand and sea at this world famous viewpoint are constantly shifting such that a new sandbank has developed and allowed the Jade Green seas to create new routes over the dazzling white sand. The two pictures are broadly similar but the second one is arguably more dramatic, given the shooting in HDR. In the first picture illustrates the deep cobalt blue sea, fading towards the hills as deep emerald but then fades further still to paler Jade in the shallowest areas. The second picture was taken in HDR and really emphasises the already vivid colours of the water, the rocks and the sand.

Melt-free escapes: These are the 6 best UK coolcations to escape the summer heat

Beat the heatwave and trade the scorching Med for breezy British highlands, shady forests and refreshing coastal dipping spots, where the temperature stays pleasant and inviting
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Sutton Hoo Treasure Displayed At The British Museum, Getty

Buried booty and sunken kingdoms: Are these the 14 most thrilling historic treasures ever unearthed in Britain?

From Roman coins to fossils and priceless gems, stones and metals, there is a wealth of hidden heritage and natural history in the British countryside, which is just waiting to be discovered
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Looe beach in South Cornwall. (Photo by: Loop Images/UIG via Getty Images)

Are these Britain's most idyllic seaside escapes? These are the 10 stunning coastal UK spots worth cancelling your flights abroad for

With one of the hottest UK summers on record, now is the perfect time for a holiday in one of the country's 10 stunning coastal havens
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Giant stone pyramid on a sunny day with trees in foreground

This bizarre pyramid in Scotland looks like it was beamed down by aliens (but was actually a heartbreaking tribute to a prince)

There are sixteen stone cairns on the Balmoral estate, commemorating various Royal marriages – but this is the largest, commemorating a particularly tragic loss for Queen Victoria
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Beautiful scenery of Pembrokeshire coastline,South Wales, Uk in summer.Scenic landscape of british coast.Path leading to paradise beach trough sandy dunes.Fantastic weather conditions.Turquoise sea and blue sky with few clouds above green cliffs.Shore of Great Britain.

Harry Potter fans force relocation of multi-million-pound underwater cable to avoid character’s fictional grave

The power cable linking Wales and Ireland was rerouted following fan appeals, now passing closer to Bronze Age human burial remains
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Rare Partial Solar Eclipse Is Viewed Around The UK

This week, the UK will experience the biggest solar eclipse since 1999. Here’s what’s in store (and where to experience this rare blackout)

The Moon will block up to 96% of the Sun this week, so here’s where to see this unique spectacle – and how to protect your eyes
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Total solar eclipse

Here's how and where to see this week's total eclipse in the UK and Europe

Where to witness one of 2026’s major natural phenomena
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Lennox Castle, Dunbartonshire

This abandoned Scottish castle looks like a storybook mansion. The truth behind it is far darker

This beautiful Victorian castle hides a dark past as one of Britain's most notorious hospitals
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The Sperrin Sculpture Trail, a new art installation created by world acclaimed artist, Thomas Dambo, to showcase the geology, archaeology and heritage of the Sperrins.

Hidden among Northern Ireland's forests are three giant sculptures inspired by ancient myths

These giant sculptures are hidden among ancient forests. Each tells a story woven into the landscape
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'Starfish' Decoy Control Bunker on Liddington Hill

This secret World War II decoy bunker in Swindon fooled the Luftwaffe – and has an unexpectedly cute name

These unassuming concrete relics lured German bombers away from Britain's urban centres with ingenious pyrotechnics
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