BBC Countryfile Magazine issue 164: spring in the hills
The May issue of BBC Countryfile Magazine is now on sale.
Published:
May issue on sale 30th April 2020
Wordworth’s lakes
To mark the 250th anniversary of the great poet’s birth, follow in his footsteps through the Lake District landscape that inspired his radical verse.
Shooting wildflowers
Seasoned photographer Steve Nicholls reveals how you too can take stunning pictures of local flora.
Birth of an icon
The building of Salisbury Cathedral began 800 years ago. Emma Wells admires this medieval marvel.
50 bats in my belfry
The One Show’s Mike Dilger studies the shy, rare and remarkable species that has chosen to roost in his garage roof.
Natural sounds
Bring the outdoors into your headphones with the BBC’s 10 best audio nature shows. By radio producer Alasdair Cross.
Annual awards
We announce the winners of our 2020 awards, from top holiday destination to landmark of the year, as voted by you.
Teen tors
Join a team of youngsters as they take on an Army-devised challenge to conquer 10 tors in Dartmoor, Devon.
Love bugs
You needn’t travel far to find incredible insects – the British Isles is home to a fantastic array of fascinating species.
