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Scotland's Future Farmer Award 2012 launches 27 Jan 2012

Scotland's Future Farmer Award 2012 opens for entries. read more..

Farmers lead the way at breakfast 25 Jan 2012

An HGCA poll as part of Farmhouse Breakfast Week shows farmers and growers are more likely to eat a healthy meal in the morning. read more..

Mass Morris meet 24 Jan 2012

Inaugural Frome Folk Festival gets lively start with more than 100 Morris dancers in action. read more..

Simon King visits Festival of Birds 24 Jan 2012

Wildlife filmmaker and TV presented Simon King and 'urban birder' David Lindo head for WWT Slimbridge event. read more..

Canal-side wood to mark Jubilee 24 Jan 2012

Public asked to help plant celebration Wiltshire wood. read more..

Give a dragon a den 23 Jan 2012

As the Year of the Dragon begins, television celebrity James Wong calls on gardeners to grow an ugly plant that offers health benefits to humans. read more..

Make the Breakfast Week pledge 23 Jan 2012

The HGCA is challenging families to start the day with a healthy meal as part of Farmhouse Breakfast Week, which began yesterday. read more..

Bright future for stricken ponies 20 Jan 2012

It’s a happy New Year for four ponies rescued from dire conditions. read more..

Britain in Bloom finalists revealed. 20 Jan 2012

Find out who they are here. read more..

Putting the boot in... 19 Jan 2012

In February’s edition, we look at three cars that could fuse practicality, space, drivability and fuel efficiency. read more..

NFU backs tougher scrap metal rules 18 Jan 2012

We're urging government to back proposals that will make it harder for stolen metal to be sold at scrapyards. read more..

Have your say 17 Jan 2012

Countryside is investigating the state of rare breeds in the UK. read more..

Counting on the night sky 16 Jan 2012

Research seeks star counting help to map the UK's light pollution. read more..

Purdey Awards seeks entries 16 Jan 2012

Prize fund of £10,000 for shoot conservation projects benefiting wildlife and biodiversity. read more..

Volunteers help fire-ravaged forest 16 Jan 2012

Crowthorne Forest planting scheme for 60,000 new trees. read more..

Wetland conservation award welcomes nominations 16 Jan 2012

£1,000 prize for person managing UK's best wetland. read more..

Owl boost from ‘nature friendly’ farming 13 Jan 2012

A new study has shown a 25% increase in barn owl numbers on farms growing commercial crops alongside special wildlife habitats. read more..

Art exhibition on New Forest 12 Jan 2012

Society of Wildlife Artists' president Andrew Stock showcases paintings of New Forest's nature and landscapes. read more..

Make it a good new year for Rumpel 10 Jan 2012

Make 2012 a great year for equines at one of Britain’s largest charities. read more..

Public urged to take part in awards 10 Jan 2012

People's Choice Award introduced for Lincolnshire's Food and Drink Awards 2012. read more..

Upcoming Events

Sat
Jan 28

RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch 28-29 January 2012

Take part in the world's biggest birdwatch to help the RSPB. read more..

Sun
Jan 29

Farm and More 2012 29 January - 1 February 2012

Tours, talks and trade shows at this famous farm diversification event. read more..

Mon
Jan 30

Twinlakes Winter Wonderland 19 November 2011 - 30 January 2012

The 70-acre all-weather park is transformed into a winter wonderland, including ice rink, reindeer, tobogganing and more. read more..

Tue
Jan 31

Up Helly Aa 31 January 2012

Europe's largest fire festival, ending in a torchlit procession and burning of a galley by the Guizer Jarl and his Viking squad. read more..

Wed
Feb 01

Agricultural Machinery and Equipment Show 1 February 2012

A huge variety of agricultural equipment from tractors to fencing tools is on show at AMES 2012. read more..

Fri
Feb 03

International Antique and Collectors Fair 2-3 February 2012

Europe's largest antiques event, hosting up to 4000 stands from dealers and buyers from around the world. read more..

Sun
Feb 05

Somerset Tractor Show 4-5 February 2012

The 10th Anniversary of the Somerset Tractor Show. read more..

Sun
Feb 12

Hay Show 12 February 2012

An unusual winter time show where bales of hay and silage are judged on texture, colour, smell and presentation. read more..

Wed
Feb 15

Energy Now Expo 2012

Energy Now Expo 2012 is being held at the Malvern Showground on the 15 and 16 February. read more..

Thu
Feb 16

Welsh Farm Machinery Show 15-16 February 2012

The second year of this event showcases the latest innovations in the farm machinery industry. read more..

Thu
Feb 16

RHS London Plant and Design Show 15-16 February 2012

Rooftop gardening and making the most of your outdoor space are the main themes of this spring show from the RHS. read more..

Sun
Feb 19

Jorvik Viking Festival 11-19 February 2012

The 27th annual Jorvik Viking Festival celebrates York's history with 9 days of Viking-related events across the city. read more..

Sun
Feb 19

Darwin Festival 2012 11-19 February 2012

The home of Charles Darwin celebrates his life with events around the town. read more..

Sun
Feb 19

The Motorhome, Caravan and Camping Show 14-19 February 2012

This brand new show will be showcasing new 2012 models from the UK's leading manufacturers, plus activities including cookery demonstrations and kayaking lessons. read more..

Sun
Feb 19

The 32ns Carole Nash Bristol Classic Motorcycle Show 18-19 February 2012

Over 1000 bikes on display, plus trade stalls, auction and one of Britain's biggest dedicated bike autojumbles. read more..

Sun
Feb 19

Husky Racing 18-19 February 2012

A weekend of husky racing, with teams from around the world competing in the grounds of historic Grimsthorpe Castle. read more..

Sun
Feb 26

The British Shooting and Countryman Show 25-26 February 2012

The UK's largest public shooting and gun show includes everything from gamekeeping to classic military arms, clay pigeon shooting to collectible knives. read more..

Sun
Feb 26

Snowdrops at Benington Lordship Gardens 4-26 February 2012

Over 100 varieties of snowdrop grow around the walled garden and grounds surrounding the remains of a Norman castle at Benington Lordship gardens. read more..

Sun
Feb 26

Snowdrop Valley 4-26 February 2012

A park-and-ride scheme running from Wheddon Cross allows visitors access to the beautiful hidden snowdrop valley on the the River Avill. read more..

Sun
Feb 26

Snowdrops 18-26 February 2012

Naturalised snowdrops along the river banks and unusual snowdrops for sale at the 'lost' Easton Walled Gardens. read more..

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