A groundbreaking river restoration project at Somerset’s Holnicote Estate has achieved remarkable success in transforming landscapes, reviving wildlife habitats, and enhancing flood protection, earning the National Trust a …
The South West of England is renowned for its stunning coastal villages, and among them, Budleigh Salterton has emerged as a standout destination. Although Clovelly often claims the title of Devon’s prettiest town, Budleigh …
In an extraordinary wildlife sighting, a pine marten—absent from Somerset for over a century—has been captured on camera in the Mendip Hills. The footage was taken by A Patch Wilder, a conservation project dedicated to …
A passionate group of Glastonbury locals is rallying to purchase and preserve a cherished parcel of historic land once owned by the renowned ‘egg man,’ Wilf Peddle, who passed away in June 2024. The land, located off Selwood …
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 …
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 a …
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 …
Longleat has announced with great sadness the passing of Lionel, one of their cherished red pandas and a firm favourite among visitors. At just eight years old, Lionel’s loss is deeply felt by the Longleat family and all who …
From Monday 22 to Friday 26 September, several Public Rights of Way through Weston Woods will be temporarily closed as North Somerset Council carries out essential conservation work at Worlebury Camp Hillfort. This Iron Age …
Prickles Hedgehog Rescue, a charity dedicated to saving hedgehogs in the Somerset area, has been given a lifeline after facing potential closure. Based in Cheddar, Prickles has spent nearly two decades rescuing and …
Work is set to begin on removing aging sea defences at Studland Beach, Dorset, allowing nature to reclaim and shape the coastline. The National Trust is leading this final phase of a five-year project focused on re-wilding …
Bath and North East Somerset Council is poised to approve a £10.122 million investment in a contentious housing project set within a unique natural habitat in Bath. The development will create 16 supported homes for …
A man from Cornwall has been issued a police warning after he used his jet ski to deliberately disturb a pod of dolphins swimming in St Austell Bay. The incident, which occurred in June, involved the man approaching the …
Encountering a favorite Hollywood star is always a thrill, especially when it happens right in your local area. Recently, Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park in North Devon became the unexpected backdrop to such a moment …
Longleat Safari Park, the iconic Wiltshire estate, has been recognised as one of the world’s top 10% attractions on Tripadvisor. This accolade comes ahead of Longleat’s milestone 60th anniversary in 2026, marking six decades …