Riverside Meadow in Frome Secured Through Community Effort Wednesday, July 2, 2025 frome meadow conservation riverside community crowdfunding biodiversity environment wildlife preservation The beautiful Adderwell Water Meadow, a 3.5-acre riverside green space along the River Frome, has been successfully preserved thanks to an inspiring community crowdfunding effort that raised over £37,000. The Frome Town … Read More
Explore Somerset’s Iconic Nature Reserves Without a Car: New ‘Step, Ride, Thrive’ Initiative Launched Wednesday, July 2, 2025 somerset naturereserves avalonmarshes publictransport conservation peatrestoration activetravel community wildlife accessibility sport A groundbreaking initiative is making it easier than ever to visit the stunning nature reserves of the Somerset Levels without relying on a car. Running until March 2026, the ‘Step, Ride, Thrive’ project enhances transport … Read More
Year of the Peregrine: Record Falcon Rescues and Releases in Somerset Tuesday, July 1, 2025 peregrine falcons wildlife rescue rehabilitation conservation somerset releases juvenile birdwatching Secret World Wildlife Rescue, a dedicated wildlife charity based in East Huntspill, Somerset, is celebrating an extraordinary year of rescuing Peregrine Falcons. In 2025, the organisation successfully rescued, rehabilitated, … Read More
Historic Somerset Canal Undergoes Major Restoration by Apprentices Saturday, June 21, 2025 somerset canal restoration apprentices heritage conservation waterway training infrastructure history A historic canal in Somerset is breathing new life after a significant restoration effort led by more than 140 apprentices. Over the span of a week, these young workers engaged in comprehensive maintenance and repair tasks, … Read More
BBC Countryfile's Hamza Yassin Shares Emotional Insight on Mental Health Sunday, June 15, 2025 countryfile hamzayassin mentalhealth wildlife nature outdoors conservation bbc wellbeing countryside Countryfile presenter and wildlife cameraman Hamza Yassin has opened up about his mental health, highlighting the profound calming effect that being in nature has on his wellbeing. The 35-year-old, well known for his stunning … Read More
BBC Countryfile's Hamza Yassin Opens Up About Mental Health with Heartfelt Message Sunday, June 15, 2025 mentalhealth countryfile hamzayassin wildlife nature wellbeing conservation orcas mindfulness bbc Hamza Yassin, the acclaimed wildlife cameraman from BBC’s Countryfile, recently shared a candid and emotional insight into his mental health, emphasizing the healing power of the outdoors. At 35 years old, Hamza … Read More