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Shock announcement as Monty Don announces he is leaving Gardener’s World after 20 years
The show's longest host is leaving.
Do cats forget us when we’re on holiday? A behaviourist reveals what cats really think
Countryfile Ramble 2026 is here – how to watch and raise funds for BBC Children in Need
Returning for its 12th year, Countryfile Ramble will bring presenters Matt Baker, Anita Rani, Margherita Taylor, Joe Crowley and John Craven to your screen.

This pocket-sized speaker might be your new favourite outdoor companion
We review the Tribit StormBox Micro 2 Portable Speaker to see how it stands up to the competition
Don't feel like your dog's favourite person? Here's why the science is more complicated than that
Don't be offended if your dog seems to prefer other people, there's science to it.
What's new?
For older adults living in cities, this one simple trick is crucial for healthy ageing – says new study
Better sleep, activity levels and circadian rhythms without even leaving your house.
Frogs once poured from the sky in the Cotswolds - and scientists still don't know why
A freak and unexplainable event, and this is not the only time animals have rained from the sky.
Scientists discover exactly why birdsongs are so pretty – and one bird was found to be the scientifically most appealing
Birdsongs can reduce anxiety and boost your mood, and one is better than the rest.
Mountain summits are facing mass plant extinctions due to warming climates – but there is a silver lining
A confusing transition is happening on mountains. This will both be good and bad for the future.
Keep your indoor only cat healthy and happy with these 9 crucial tips from a vet
Indoor cats can live great, full lives. But there are a few simple tricks that can help make sure this happens.
Blog
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.
Meet the adventurer on a mission to rediscover Britain’s wild side
Lucy Shepherd represents the next generation of visionary British explorers. She talks to Mark Bailey about the power of adventure and how to find the wild side of Britain.

