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How to get active in the British countryside in the New Year
Breathe some fresh air into the New Year with our guide on the best ways to get active in the countryside in 2023. Whether it's cycling, dog walking, volunteering, fishing or wildlife watching, get outside, get active and feel the body benefits this winter
Winners of Park Protector Awards 2022 announced
Projects from the Lake and Peak Districts won big at this year’s Park Protector Awards
Day out: Hengistbury Head, Dorset
Finds peace, exercise, fresh air and new friends while spending a day clearing scrub to protect rare wildlife along the beautiful Dorset coast
Prescribing nature is good value for money, finds report
Green prescribing is an effective way for improving low levels of mental wellbeing, according to a new report.
Volunteering guide: how to get involved with wildlife, conservation and environmental projects
The countryside relies heavily on volunteers to help with conservation and environmental projects such as litter picking, wildlife spotting, tree planting and building habitats. Here is our guide on volunteering opportunities in the British countryside.
Surge in UK beach litter - levels rise by 10% in a year
Beach litter levels in 2017 were found to be 10% higher than the previous year, with single-use plastic the most commonly found item, according to the UK's largest annual beach clean up.
Wildlife volunteering boosts mental health, finds report
Volunteering on wildlife projects and greater exposure to nature could boost mental health, according to a new report – with advocates suggesting time spent in nature could reduce NHS burden.
The joys of volunteer dog-walking
Unable to have her own canine companion, Maria Hodson joined Holly Hedge Animal Sanctuary as a volunteer dog walker and finds great
satisfaction in spending time with a wide variety of loveable homeless hounds
