Sophie Ellis
Recent articles by Sophie Ellis
Who is Alison Hammond? All you need to know about the Bake Off presenter and dog lover
Alison Hammond's infectious laugh and entertaining interviews means she's a regular face on our TV screens – but how did she get her big break?
Who is Bob Mortimer? All you need to know about the comedian and fishing fanatic
He's a familiar face on TV, but who is Bob Mortimer and is he appearing on Celebrity Traitors?
BBC VE Day coverage: Celebrate the 80th anniversary with live concerts and special episodes this week
The BBC will mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day with a wide range of TV programmes including live concerts and special episodes.
Who is Sammi Kinghorn? All you need to know about the Countryfile presenter and Paralympic champion
Everything you need to know about Sammi Kinghorn, including her sporting achievements and her countryside connections.
Which celebrities are running London Marathon 2025? See if you can spot these famous faces in the crowds
Whether you'll be competing or watching the coverage at home, keep an eye out for the famous faces running the London Marathon 2025.
Pit-stop marriages, urine recycling and famous fancy dress: 13 quirky facts about the London Marathon
It's not all ultra-elite racing at the London Marathon – we've rounded up the more unusual facts and traditions of the annual race.
What happens to the plants after Chelsea Flower Show? If you're a late visitor, you could snap up some bargains
Planning a visit to Chelsea Flower Show this year, or in need of some gardening inspiration? Here's everything you need to know.
Glamorous, controversial and completely outrageous: The new period drama about the Mitford sisters
The extraordinary life of the Mitford family is being dramatised in new TV series, Outrageous – but where is it filmed and what is it about?
Who was Capability Brown? Meet the landscape gardener who transformed Britain's country houses
Capability Brown helped design the buildings and parklands of iconic estates throughout the UK – but who is he and which gardens did he design?
What muscles does paddleboarding work? Why this slower-paced sport is a surprising full-body workout
Whether you try it on a river, harbour or at sea, here's why stand up paddleboarding is a brilliant workout for your muscles.
Who is Joe Crowley? Everything you need to know about the Countryfile TV presenter
Joe Crowley is a familiar face on BBC One's Countryfile, but where else might you know him from?
Why are they called bank holidays and who decides when they are?
The surprising history of the UK's bank holidays – including why they're called that and who gets to decide when they are.
Bouldering vs rock climbing: What's the difference between these high-adrenaline sports?
Ever wondered what the difference is between climbing and bouldering? We take a look at the two sports.
Who is Margherita Taylor? Everything you need to know about the Countryfile presenter – including her past projects
Margherita Taylor is a familiar face on BBC One's Countryfile, but where else might you recognise her from? We take a look.
What muscles does climbing work? Hint: it's more than just your arms
Climbing is a thrilling way to enjoy the outdoors – but did you know it's also a great workout for lots of your muscles? We take a look at which ones will benefit the most.
Best WWII movies of all time: 28 films that depict the horror and humanity of war
From epic escapes and operations to romantic dramas, discover some of the best WWII films.
What muscles does surfing work? How this fun workout strengthens more than just your core
Surfing is a brilliant whole-body workout – we explain which muscles it uses.
Where is The Salt Path filmed? A guide to the filming locations in the epic hiking movie starring Gillian Anderson
Discover the filming locations used in The Salt Path – a movie about an epic trek along the South West Coast Path.
Who was Vera Lynn, the 'Forces' Sweetheart'?
All you need to know about Vera Lynn, the World War Two singer and superstar
I was a royal car cleaner and my biggest problem was removing dog hair – but this simple hack worked every time
A former royal car detailer shares tips on how to remove dog hair from your car.
Who is Charlotte Smith? Everything you need to know about the Countryfile presenter
All you need to know about the BBC Countryfile and radio presenter Charlotte Smith.
Where was Bergerac filmed? A guide to the crime drama reboot’s locations – where the detective’s home isn’t in Jersey at all…
We take a look at the filming locations used in the Bergerac TV series reboot.
“I wish I hadn’t planted hundreds of garish tulips!” Gardening influencer Monalogue on seeking ‘glimmers’ and welcoming wildlife
We chat to Ramona Jones (aka Monalogue) about runner ducks, embracing the mess, and how gardening helped them make sense of their autistic identity.
Grow-your-own gardening expert searches for Britain’s best plot – could it be yours?
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