No Glastonbury? No problem – there’s a wealth of wonderful festivals to choose from in the UK. Here are our 11 finest

The Big Bud 747 certainly lives up to its name as the largest farming tractor in the world

Shakespeare's words are studied by school children across the UK, but surprisingly little is known about his appearance

The lapwing, sometimes called the 'peewit' after its evocative calls, is one of the UK's most striking birds.

All you need to know about Winterwatch, including when it's on TV and where it is filmed

From a grizzly bear called Hercules to Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, here are the animals that have been on the run in the UK – some never to return

Discover Britain’s most brutal bird hunters and their shocking, deadly and incredibly clever hunting methods

In 1980, Hercules the bear went ‘on the run’ on the island of Benbecula, attracting worldwide attention

Stretching 2,700 miles around England’s coastline, the King Charles III England Coast Path will soon become the world’s longest managed coastal walking route

Less than two hours from Glasgow, the Isle of Bute is a peaceful haven of sweeping bays and dramatic views. A smitten Ben Lerwill enjoys quiet solitude along the West Island Way

Dorset is on eof the UK's most beautiful counties with a stunning coastline. Check out the best walks in Dorset

A long dog walk in the countryside should be a relaxing activity for both you and your dog. Unfortunately, not all dogs are well-behaved on country walks, which can be both stressful and dangerous. Our expert dog walking guide offers training tips to ensure your dog behaves beautifully – allowing you to enjoy yourself more, too!