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Who were the Normans? From Vikings to conquerors, here's how the Normans shaped medieval Europe through war, faith, and ambition

Where did the Normans originally come from? vWe take a look at their roots
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When are this year's supermoons and why do they happen? These are the dates to add to your diary – and how you can capture their magic with photography

Everything you need to know about this year's supermoons, why they happen and how to photograph them
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What muscles does horse riding use?

You may be surprised to learn all the muscles horse riding works
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It's one of the deadliest bacterial diseases in the world and all it needs to get a hold is a cut. Are you vaccinated?

Stay informed and protect yourself against this preventable disease with our comprehensive guide to tetanus vaccinations.
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What is a hosepipe ban – and can I still water my allotment during one?

As temperatures soar, many areas start to announce hosepipe bans. But what exactly are they – and are you allowed to water at all?
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How historically accurate is The Gilded Age? Did Britain’s aristocracy go to America to find wives?

Lavish balls, fierce social rivalries, and transatlantic ambition, HBO’s The Gilded Age brings to life a dazzling yet divided era. But how much of it is true?
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‘Scratch Gloucestershire and find Rome’ – from sheep to byways, here’s how the Romans changed Britain’s countryside forever

The legacies of the Romans are all around the British countryside, as Adam Henson discovers
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‘They discovered a dead python, a wartime hand grenade and a camper van’: How Britain’s waterways are being restored

As former industrial workhorses, Britain's canals now have a new lease of life through restoration and tourism
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Lift weights and skip the afternoon coffee: These 10 habits will protect your body and brain from getting older

From boosting testosterone and strengthening bones, here's how you can defy ageing for longer.
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Countryfile Calendar 2024

Find out how to enter this year's competition, plus photography tips

Popular walks

See our most searched for walks and find new routes

Forget Wistman’s Wood and Haytor – these are Dartmoor’s best hidden gems, according to a local

Romantic tors, ancient history, friendly pubs, waterfalls and pretty villages – Dartmoor National Park offers the perfect escape. Fi Darby reveals the moor’s hidden delights
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100 metre drops, boulder fields and mirage-inducing sandflats: Here are the scariest public footpaths in the UK and the world

Not all footpaths are created equal – these are some of the scariest public rights of way in the UK and the world
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16 best walks in Cumbria: One of Britain's most beautiful counties is a glorious rugged landscape of hills, mountains, lakes and coastline

Find the best hiking routes in Cumbria, including path descriptions and maps.
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Is this the prettiest long distance walking trail in the UK? Spot up to 16 counties from one stunning viewpoint

As it's surprisingly hilly, there are plenty of scenic spots along the Cotswold Way.
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British wildlife

Learn how to identify, where to see and species facts with our expert guides

Recipes

Find inspiration for this season's stars – both shop-bought and foraged

BBC Countryfile Magazine Podcast

Join us on a countryside escape in each episode of the award-winning Countryfile 'plodcast'

Outdoor kit reviews

Our pick of the best walking and camping gear for outdoor adventures
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