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Wanted: Your natural history 15 May 2012

Stories and shared experiences are being sought by The Wildlife Trusts read more..

Kielder's birds of prey studied 15 May 2012

Research to explore interaction between Kielder Water and Forest Park's bird of prey species. read more..

Hike challenges support NSPCC's work 15 May 2012

Five HACKs (Hike Against Cruelty to Kids) to raise sponsorship cash for charity. read more..

Heritage projects bid for lottery grants 14 May 2012

Maltings, palace and cathedral projects given first-round passes in grant process. read more..

Orchard study reveals range of benefits 11 May 2012

Wildlife, carbon storage and local community benefits revealed by orchard research. read more..

On song for British Cheddar 11 May 2012

New competition seeks anthem for 'nation's favourite cheese'. read more..

Horse Trust gets Blenheim backing 10 May 2012

The Horse Trust is official charity of 2012 Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials. read more..

Rubbish clean up in Peak District 10 May 2012

UK stages its first Envirotrek Mountain Clean-Up. read more..

Charity fun day for air ambulance 10 May 2012

Warwickshire woman starts fund-raising for air ambulance rescuers. read more..

National cider and perry champions unveiled 10 May 2012

Producers from Cornwall and Herefordshire win gold in CAMRA championships. read more..

'Crippling' beer tax hitting community pubs - CAMRA 03 May 2012

33,000 consumers already signed e-petition calling for end of above inflation beer tax hikes. read more..

Regiment honoured at Great Yorkshire Show 03 May 2012

The Yorkshire Regiment (1st Battalion) goes on parade after finishing Afghanistan tour of duty. read more..

Birdsong beckons early risers 03 May 2012

The UK set to celebrate International Dawn Chorus Day (6 May). read more..

Top chef to cook winning Jubilee dish 02 May 2012

The British public has been getting creative in the kitchen to come up with a Diamond Jubilee chicken recipe fit for the Queen. read more..

Changing roles in a changing countryside 01 May 2012

NFU Countryside has launched an appeal for real-life stories from Britain’s rural women. read more..

WIN tickets to the Cotswold Show 26 Apr 2012

Have a great family day out at the annual show. read more..

Ironbridge Gorge hosts botanic viewpoints 26 Apr 2012

International Garden Photographer of the Year images to go on display. read more..

Pub Pie judged Supreme Champion 26 Apr 2012

Top prize at 2012 British Pie Awards goes to Northamptonshire-based producer. read more..

British black honeybee species offers hope 25 Apr 2012

Breeding programme for native species to help reverse declines in honeybees. read more..

Become a Tudor for the weekend 25 Apr 2012

Competition to find couple to go back in time at museum. read more..

Upcoming Events

Sat
May 19

Spirit of Summer Fair - 16-19 May 2012

Get some great summer inspiration for your home and garden at this show, which incorporates a summer lifestyle workshop, interior and garden theatre, summer restaurant and more. read more..

Sat
May 19

Otley Show 19 May 2012

The 203rd Otley Show is the first of the year’s major agricultural shows in the North and this year they have a new class; the Ridden Heavy Horse. read more..

Sun
May 20

Althorp Country Show 19-20 May 2012

Heavy horses, birds of prey, goat show, dog shows and more in the parklands of the Althorp Estate. read more..

Sun
May 20

The Royal Welsh Spring Festival 19-20 May 2012

Everything you need for smallholding, gardening and sustainable living in one place at this great show from the Royal Welsh Agricultural Society. read more..

Sun
May 20

Woburn Country and Craft Fair 19-20 May 2012

Everything you might expect from a craft fair, including glass blowing, wood carving and pottery, accompanied by plenty of country sports and pursuits. read more..

Sun
May 20

Rowen Village Gardens Open Day 20 May 2012

Beautiful gardens situated in a village within Snowdonia National park open for the day to raise money for local causes. read more..

Sun
May 20

The Floral Fringe Fair 19-20 May 2012

Set in Bignor Park in the heart of the South Downs National Park, the Floral Fringe Fair aims to encourage visitors to make their garden more attractive to wildlife. The event features over 50 stands from local food producers, crafters and specialist nurseries, plus entry to 11 acres of beautiful gardens. read more..

Sat
May 26

Shropshire County Agricultural Show 26 May 2012

The county's finest livestock compete for prestigous prizes at one of the first major agricultural shows of the year. read more..

Sat
May 26

Chelsea Flower Show 22-26 May 2012

The world's most famous flower show adds a new 'Fresh' area and RHS environment section as well as a wealth of show gardens and pavillion exhibits. read more..

Sat
May 26

Heathfield and District agricultural show, East Sussex

Around 20,000 visitors normally attend this show at Tottingworth Farm, Broad Oak, Heathfield, TN21 8TH read more..

Sat
May 26

Beer and Bangers 26 May 2012

Kick back and relax with an evening of side splitting comedy, the city’s best Real Ales from Abbeydale Brewery and our famous Whirlow Hall Farm bangers on the barbeque. read more..

Sun
May 27

Highclere Game and Country Fair 26-27 May 2012

The 17th year of the Highclere Game and Country Fair offers the Skinners International Retriever World Cup, a clay shooting festival and food festival alongside plenty of other rural attractions and entertainment. read more..

Sun
May 27

Yorkshire Game Fair 26-27 May 2012

Plenty of dogs, falconry, food, craft and everything else you;d expect from a great gamefair set in the beautiful Stockeld Park. read more..

Fri
Jun 01

Coombe Trenchard Arts and Crafts Garden Festival 1 & 2 June 2012

The 2012 Arts & Crafts Garden Festival at Coombe Trenchard continues to grow its eclectic schedule with new speakers, exhibitors and activities in preparation for its ‘Best of British’ themed Jubilee weekend (1st & 2nd of June) celebration. read more..

Sat
Jun 02

Hertfordshire County Show 2 and 3 June 2012

Food and farming is at the heart of Herts Show. read more..

Sat
Jun 02

Wardlow Flower Festival 2-10 June 2012

The Flower Festival theme this year is The Diamond Jubilee and is taking place in the Church of the Good Shepherd, Wardlow, near Buxton, Derbyshire between Sat. 2nd – Sun. 10th June 10.30am – 5pm. read more..

Sat
Jun 02

Waddesdon Country Show 2012

This year, Long Crendon and District Young Farmers’ Club are hosting the annual Bucks Federation of Young Farmers rally on Saturday 2nd June at The Bail, Waddesdon Estate. read more..

Mon
Jun 04

Goosegreen Nurseries Open Day Mon 4 Jun 2012

Entrance free, donations and refreshments in aid of St Elizabeth Hospice. read more..

Tue
Jun 05

Goosegreen Nurseries Open Day Tues 5 June 2012

Entrance free, donations and refreshments in aid of St Elizabeth Hospice. read more..

Thu
Jun 07

Suffolk Show 7 and 8 June 2012

There's something for everyone at the two-day Suffolk Show. read more..

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