Sophie Ellis
Recent articles by Sophie Ellis
Hidden within one of the last ‘lungs of London’, this fairytale garden is under threat and could be lost forever
A garden considered to be one of London’s hidden gems has been added to Historic England’s Heritage at Risk Register for 2025.
Where was Robin Hood filmed? The surprising stand-in for Sherwood forest in the new TV drama
The latest take on the classic adventure is set in the English Middle Ages – but where is the new Robin Hood TV series actually filmed?
“It’s quite eccentric to close a bridge in one of the largest cities on the planet.” Each year, a celebrity herds sheep across London’s River Thames – here’s why
The London Sheep Drive is a quirky and ancient tradition that dates back to medieval times – but what is it?
An English estate the size of Athens is up for sale – and David Attenborough is supporting a pioneering proposal to save it
England’s most ambitious wildlife recovery project has been launched by The Wildlife Trusts – with the approval of legendary broadcaster David Attenborough.
Where is Shetland filmed? All the filming locations used in the gritty BBC crime drama
The popular BBC crime drama returns for a tenth series – we take a look at its spectacular scenery and filming locations
Seafood swaps: the fish we should we be eating right now, according to experts
These are the most sustainable seafood swaps right now – according to the Marine Conservation Society
“We have just as good, if not better, wildlife in the UK”: Hamza Yassin on his new BBC TV series
Hamza Yassin's new BBC TV series showcases the hidden beauty and wonder of the UK's wildlife
King Charles partners with Prime Video for landmark nature film
The film has a working title of Finding Harmony: A King's Vision, with the King hoping to inspire people to work with nature
This Harry Potter actor is starring in new murder mystery TV series – all you need to know about Murder Before Evensong
Reverend Richard Coles’ murder mystery book series is being adapted for TV – here’s everything you need to know about Murder Before Evensong
Where is The Traitors US filmed? All the filming locations from the dramatic reality TV show
All you need to know about The Traitors US, including its four-legged co-host and which familiar-looking castle it's filmed in
Where is The Traitors Ireland filmed? All the filming locations from the thrilling reality TV show
The Traitors Ireland has been a hit among viewers – but who hosts it and where is it filmed?
Alan Titchmarsh’s stunning £3.95m house is for sale – just wait until you see the spectacular gardens…
Gardening guru Alan Titchmarsh's home is on the market – and we're green with envy...
Cold War bunkers, church raves and wallaby gardens: These extraordinary historic sites are open for free for just one week
Some of England’s most beautiful (and unusual) buildings will be open to the public as part of the country’s largest festival of history and culture – and best of all, it’s all free.
Who is Amanda Owen? Everything you need to know about the Yorkshire Shepherdess
Known for her rural life in the Yorkshire Dales, Amanda Owen (aka the Yorkshire Shepherdess) is a familiar face on TV. But who is she?
Where is Wuthering Heights filmed? All the locations used in Emerald Fennell’s steamy adaption of the Gothic tale
Emily Brontë's original Gothic novel took inspiration from the Yorkshire moors – but where is Emerald Fennell's adaptation filmed?
Where was The Roses filmed? All the locations used in the comedy remake – including "dreamy" beach town
Where was The Roses filmed? All the locations used in the comedy starring Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch
Where is Death Valley filmed? All the locations from the Welsh comedy crime drama
The BBC comedy crime drama Death Valley has been confirmed for a second series – but where is it filmed?
Do you have Irish roots? Your ancestors could have brewed Guinness – and its online archive could reveal your family’s past
Over 1.6 million historical records have been made available about those who worked for and with Dublin's Guinness Storehouse
‘Once-in-a-generation’ opportunity as Scottish island castle visited by King Charles is back on sale
During its Edwardian heyday it was used to host lavish parties and housed hummingbirds, turtles and even alligators
Where is House of Guinness filmed? Discover the locations used in the Irish dynasty drama
Netflix's House of Guinness brings the family behind the world's most famous brewery to the small screen – but where is the series filmed?
Where was Hamnet filmed? All the locations from the upcoming Shakespearean film – including a farmhouse you can stay in
Upcoming historical film Hamnet puts Shakespeare on the big screen – but where was it filmed?
Who is Maggie Aderin-Pocock? All you need to know about the space scientist and TV presenter
Dame Maggie Aderin-Pocock has been announced as the guest judge for the BBC Countryfile Calendar 2026 – but where are you likely to recognise her from?
10 celebrities who own pubs – including popstars, Hollywood directors and Gandalf
Jeremy Clarkson isn't the only celebrity to become a publican – here are 9 more that have opened their own pubs and bars
Who is Charlotte Church? Everything you need to know about the singer and Celebrity Traitor
The singer who found fame as a child is appearing in the BBC's The Celebrity Traitors – but what does Charlotte Church do now?