Daniel Graham
Outdoors editor, BBC Countryfile Magazine
Danny is the outdoors editor of BBC Countryfile Magazine, responsible for commissioning, editing and writing articles for the Great Days Out section, which offers ideas and inspiration for exploring the UK countryside. After completing Dartmoor’s Ten Tors challenge as a teenager, walking has shaped Danny’s life. Over the past 15 years he has wandered many great trails, short and long, including a 2,000-mile journey through central Europe, a 500-mile exploration of the Scottish Highlands and, most recently, a 300-mile south-to-north passage through the beautiful mountains and valleys of Wales along the Cambrian Way. He has an unhealthy obsession with maps and has tested hundreds of Ordnance Survey walking routes around the UK, sampling and reviewing boots, rain jackets and the odd pair of socks as he goes.
Recent articles by Daniel Graham
Is there a shark in the River Thames? Here's what the experts think...
Video footage taken near Hammersmith Bridge in London shows what appears to be the fin of large animal moving through the water.
One in three children have never watched wildlife in a park or garden, study finds
The study also reveals that seven out of ten young people have never seen a cow being milked and around one in five have never fed ducks.
Precious lost rainforest to return to Wales with "exciting" new restoration project
A mix of planting and natural regeneration will be used to bring 146 acres of Atlantic rainforest back to Pembrokeshire.
First beaver kit born in Northumberland for over 400 years
Camera trap footage shows a newborn beaver and its family exploring Wallington Estate in north-east England.
"Most complete" dinosaur fossil in over 100 years discovered on the Isle of Wight
Analysis of the 149 bones found in the cliffs of Compton Bay suggests the dinosaur was the size a large American bison.
Britain’s oldest chalk figure gets a makeover
Remarkable before and after photos and videos reveal restoration of 3,000-year-old Uffington White Horse in Oxfordshire.
Strange tropical seabird from the Galápagos Islands spotted in Dorset
It's the third time in eight years that a red-footed booby has been sighted in the UK.
Hope for dragonflies: new 'hotspot' for ancient insects declared in English wetlands
Wicken Fen – a wildlife oasis home to 22 species of dragonfly and damselfly – has been awarded 'Dragonfly Hotspot' status, offering new opportunities for the conservation of these ancient insects.
Dogs forced to walk on dangerously hot fake lawns during heatwaves, finds new study
Artificial grass can get as hot as 50C in the summer – but only one fifth of UK dog owners check the temperature of fake lawns before letting their pets walk on them.
Where have our gulls gone? "Menace" seabirds in serious trouble, say experts
For the first time, the British Trust for Ornithology is asking volunteers to count gulls this autumn in a bid to help reverse dramatic population declines.
Where did all the pets go? More than 25,000 dogs, cats and llamas reported missing since start of 2023
Almost 5,000 dogs, over 20,000 cats, 700 ferrets, 300 tortoises and 20 camelids were reported missing between January 2023 and June 2024.
Watch: three adorable baby beavers born on Norfolk nature reserve
The beaver kits were caught on camera at Sculthorpe Moor Nature Reserve in Fakenham, bringing the town's total tally to seven.
Hilarious kung-fu fighting dog and spying cats win big in Comedy Pet Photo Awards 2024
Hold onto your cat – it's time to meet the winners of the 2024 Comedy Pet Photography Awards.
Loch Ness Monster: NASA urged to help with new search
The US space agency has been called upon to participate in a new quest to find Nessie, Britain's most famous monster.
England's largest rainforest declared a national nature reserve
Borrowdale rainforest in the Lake District has been declared a national nature reserve in a bid to protect the 'mysterious and untouched' valley for centuries to come.
Best waterproof jackets for men and women in 2024, tested by experts
Keep the rain firmly out whatever the conditions with a waterproof jacket we've tested in the elements.
10 easiest Parkrun routes in the UK
Looking for an easy Parkrun to try this weekend? We've picked 10 of the best routes for runners seeking a gentle start to the day, from Victoria Dock Parkrun in London to Poole Parkrun in Dorset.
Mindfulness walks: 40 fabulous nature trails for mental and physical health
It's no secret that walking is as important for our mental health as it is for our physical health. Walking helps with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and overall wellbeing, but often that first step – getting outside – can be the hardest barrier to overcome. To help you on your way, we've picked 40 of the best walks in the UK for wellbeing and mindfulness.
2023 was the hottest summer in 2,000 years. This year could be even hotter, warn scientists
In a new study based on tree-ring analysis, researchers report that the summer of 2023 was the hottest since the height of the Roman Empire.
Best walking shoes tested in 2024 for men and women: stroll, ramble and hike in comfort
Finding the best walking shoes for you can be a challenge. So, to help you out, we've reviewed some of the best hiking shoes on the market, from traditional leather options to lightweight and affordable choices.
"I can feel the spirituality of the farm". Meditating farmer embraces nature for land and mental health
Denise Walton meditates every morning and evening. It's the simplest way to find clarity and help with decision-making for the day ahead, says the regenerative farmer.
Strange bumps are appearing on a legendary hill in England – and they're changing the way water moves
By 2025, there will be 800,000 of these odd humps and bumps on Kinder Scout – the highest point in the Peak District. They're part of a vast peatland restoration project that is aiming to reduce flooding, improve water quality and provide a home for wildlife.
Best walks in the Lake District National Park
Of all the national parks in Britain, the Lake District in North England is arguably the most celebrated – discover the area's fells, rivers, waters and towns with our guide to the best walks in the Lake District National Park.
London walks: 10 beautiful city strolls, from Richmond Park to Hampstead Heath
Take a stroll through some of London's most breathtaking green spaces, from Hampstead Heath and Richmond Park to Kew Gardens and the London Wetland Centre.