Bath's Unique Housing Challenge Within a UNESCO World Heritage Site Sunday, November 2, 2025 bath housing unesco worldheritage development conservation planning architecture urbangrowth localplan Bath, renowned worldwide for its Roman Baths and Georgian architecture, faces a distinctive dilemma: how to meet its pressing housing demands while preserving its status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This prestigious … Read More
New Rewilding Site Opens Near Bere Regis to Protect Dorset’s Heathlands Friday, October 31, 2025 rewilding conservation dorset heathlands wildlife nature biodiversity community greenspace restoration A newly established stretch of countryside near Bere Regis provides locals with a peaceful place to connect with nature, all while playing a vital role in protecting Dorset’s rare heathland habitats. Situated just off the … Read More
Purpose-Built Bat Cave Unveiled to Restore Habitat and Boost Local Biodiversity Thursday, October 30, 2025 bats conservation biodiversity habitat wichelstowe roost ecology development wildlife protection A derelict farm in Wichelstowe has been transformed into a purpose-built bat cave, providing a specially designed sanctuary for bats displaced during recent development. This new underground home forms a key part of a wider … Read More
Wild-Looking Ponies on Exmoor Gathered in a Secret Annual Tradition Wednesday, October 29, 2025 exmoor ponies conservation breeding endangered heritage wildlife studbook rarebreeds autumn Every autumn on Exmoor, a remarkable tradition unfolds as local families gather the famous Exmoor ponies. Despite their wild appearance, every Exmoor pony actually has an owner. For example, the Anchor Herd, roaming freely on … Read More
Wild Exmoor Ponies Rounded Up in a Time-Honored Tradition Wednesday, October 29, 2025 exmoor ponies roundup heritage conservation breeding rare endangered native wildlife Every autumn, the dramatic roundup of Exmoor ponies takes place on the moorlands, a captivating tradition that preserves one of Britain’s rarest native breeds. Although commonly believed to be wild, every Exmoor pony is … Read More
Somerset’s Forgotten Railway Transformed Into Stunning Walking and Cycling Route Wednesday, October 29, 2025 somerset greenway cycling walking somersetcircle railway conservation community transport heritage A significant section of Somerset’s historic “forgotten railway” has been reborn as a beautiful and accessible walking and cycling path, linking Shepton Mallet with neighbouring villages. This revitalised route follows the … Read More