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 …
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, …
Countryfile fans were thrilled on Sunday night (June 29) as host John Craven officially announced that submissions are now open for the Countryfile Calendar 2026. This beloved annual photography competition has been a …
A recent report has identified Somerset as the second worst county in England and Wales for illegal fox persecution, shedding light on the alarming scale of unlawful hunting across the countryside. The 2024/25 season report …
Five men have been charged in connection with a poaching incident near Stonehenge. On the night of January 29, a group of camouflaged individuals accompanied by dogs were spotted in a field near Cholderton, close to Amesbury. …
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 continues to …
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 …
Clarks Village is undergoing an exciting transformation as it plants over 600 native shrubs and flowers to enhance local biodiversity. This ambitious sustainability project, launched to coincide with World Environment Day, …
Stunning footage has captured the remarkable sight of deer swimming across rivers in Cornwall on two separate occasions, enchanting locals and visitors alike. The first event occurred at Tresillian, where a deer was seen …
For the first time in over three years, Longleat Safari Park in Wiltshire has welcomed a pair of red squirrel kits, captured in heartwarming footage as they explore their woodland home. Born just after Easter to first-time …
A delightful new arrival has captured hearts at Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm in North Somerset—a fluffy Highland calf born on Friday, May 9. The healthy female calf is already bonding beautifully with her mother, Agnes, and has made …
On Bank Holiday Monday, May 26, a Mini left parked at Polzeath Beach in Cornwall narrowly avoided being swept into the sea by a rising spring tide. The car had been parked well beyond the main beach car park, in an area …
A rare sighting of a bottlenose dolphin near the shores of Lyme Regis has generated excitement among locals and tourists, alongside calls for caution from marine conservation authorities. While dolphins are more commonly seen …
Exmoor National Park is set to host its much-anticipated two-week Exmoor Nature Festival, starting Saturday, May 17, and running through Sunday, June 1. With over 50 events planned, the festival offers a unique opportunity …
The Eastham Animal Sanctuary in Crewkerne has reported that their rescued animals are being “absolutely terrified” by ongoing construction work at the nearby Wool Gardens housing development. Faye Arden, 38, co-founder of the …