Bumper Apple and Pumpkin Harvests Thrive Despite Drought and Record Heat Tuesday, September 23, 2025 apples pumpkins harvest drought climate horticulture rhs nationaltrust orchards heritage This year, despite a challenging drought and record-breaking summer heat, experts have reported an unexpectedly bountiful apple and pumpkin harvest. The National Trust highlights a remarkable turnaround compared to last … Read More
Dorset’s Middle Beach Transforms Into Unexpected Seasonal Attraction Monday, September 22, 2025 coast erosion restoration nationaltrust studland beach climatechange wildlife conservation dorset At Middle Beach in Studland, Dorset, the removal of old sea defences has unexpectedly turned into a popular out-of-season spectacle. Since early September, heavy machinery has been dismantling failing coastal structures in a … Read More
Dorset’s Middle Beach Transformed as Sea Defences Are Removed Monday, September 22, 2025 dorset middlebeach coastalrestoration nationaltrust erosion climatechange habitatprotection seadefences studland ecology At Middle Beach in Studland, Dorset, a major transformation is underway as old sea defences are being removed to restore the beach’s natural landscape. Since early September, heavy machinery has been dismantling ageing … Read More
South West’s Lydford Gorge: A Woodland Wonderland That Feels Worlds Away Saturday, September 20, 2025 lydford devon nationaltrust gorge waterfalls hiking nature trails rainforest wildlife Nestled in the heart of Devon lies Lydford Gorge, the South West’s deepest river gorge, where a magical 3-meter high waterfall awaits visitors. Stepping into this lush, vibrant landscape is like being transported to a … Read More
Lydford Gorge: South West's Enchanting Woodland Escape Saturday, September 20, 2025 lydford devon gorge waterfall nature hiking nationaltrust wildlife trails adventure Nestled in Devon, not far from Tavistock, Lydford Gorge is the South West’s deepest river gorge and home to a stunning 3-meter-high waterfall. On my recent visit, the lush woodland trail transported me to what felt like … Read More
I'm from France but now live in Taunton – here’s why this Somerset town is so special Tuesday, September 16, 2025 taunton somerset expat france culture nature food nationaltrust community travel Stéphane Jouin, originally from Saint-Nazaire in France’s Loire-Atlantique region, has made Taunton, Somerset his home for the past four years. Moving to the UK nine years ago for a role in the energy sector, Stéphane has … Read More