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Is your dog autistic? Canine expert explores the remarkable mind of the Border collie
Could the brilliance of the world’s most successful and tenacious sheepdog be explained by a form of canine autism? Dog behaviour expert Carol Price explains
9 divine winter wetlands to visit right now
There are nine Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust reserves in the UK, each a peaceful refuge of reeds, lakes, ponds and wild creatures. From Slimbridge and Arundel to the London Wetland Centre, discover one near you...
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Want to participate in a Parkrun this year? Then you’ll need this beginner-friendly kit loved by runners
'I don’t know what’s planned for Vera!' Author Anne Cleeves on the TV detective's future after final series airs
As we say 'farewell, pet' to the beloved TV detective, we asked author Anne Cleeves whether DI Vera Stanhope will ever return
Considering Couch to 5K? Here’s everything you ACTUALLY need to get started
The most festive towns and villages in the UK: add these places to your travel list for a magical Christmas
Twinkling lights, exciting markets and joyous carols – Jo Caird picks her favourite places to find the spirit of Christmas
Britain's worst storms: from 1607 to 2024
Our guide looks at the worst storms to hit the UK since records began, from the 1607 Bristol Channel floods to the nationwide floods of 2013 and the recent storms of 2024
Stargazing guide: UK's dark sky sites, best places to stargaze, plus how to get started
The UK has a growing number of great places to go stargazing – our expert guide on the best locations to stargaze in Britain, advice to help you see more in the dark, and basic stargazing equipment to help you get started
How to protect your home from flooding and flood damage
When a storm strikes, staying safe and protecting your home are a priority. Safeguard yourself and your property from flooding with our list of helpful tips.
Can you give dogs CBD?
Vets are warning dog owners against giving their beloved pooches unlicensed CBD to keep them calm on Bonfire Night.
Hubble, bubble, toil and trouble: the real story of Britain's witch trials
Learn more about some of Britains most famous witches and wise men and the fate that befell them
Have a chilling encounter with Mary, Queen of Scots and other ghosts at Britain’s most haunted castles
Britain's historical castles are shrouded in mystery and bloodthirsty battle tales – our ghastly guide looks at the chilling stories behind Britain's most haunted castles.
UK’s first bison bridges take shape in Kent woodland
The bridges will offer people an aerial view of the UK's only wild bison herd.
Final and bloody clash of the Monmouth Rebellion: The Battle of Sedgemoor marks the last armed uprising on English soil
Retrace the unfortunate steps of a band of rebellious locals who got lost on the Somerset Levels in the last battle on English soil.
How the Battle of Bosworth caused the fall of Richard III and the rise of the Tudor dynasty, who went on to shape England's future - like no other
Imagine the final charge of a desperate Richard III – the last English king to die in battle.
Brutal massacre at Battle of Culloden. The bloody final clash that crushed the Jacobite Rebellion
Hundreds of Highlanders were slain in the Battle of Culloden. Buried in mass graves, their souls are said to haunt the moor.
FORCLAZ Trekking dome tent review
Find out what we thought of this 2-man dome tent in our comprehensive review!
Bluetongue: what the notifiable disease is, which animals get it, symptoms and how to report it
Bluetongue is a disease caused by infection with bluetongue virus. Chief Veterinary Officer for Wales Richard Irvine offers expert advice on how to spot signs of bluetongue, which animals it affects and how to report it.
Goat breeds of Britain – and how to recognise them
A beginners guide to 10 goat breeds found in Britain, by the British Goat Society
Stunning rainbow sea slug seen for the first time in Devon
A father and daughter were amazed to find the multicolour nudibranch while rockpooling near Wembury on the south coast of Devon.
Subea Aquashoes 120: a budget-friendly water shoe for general aquatic wanderings
You're looking for an affordable pair of water shoes, for casual use in the summer months. Could the Subea Aquashoes 120 from Decathlon fit the bill?
Dog agility: equipment, training and how to get started
What is dog agility? What equipment do you need to get started? And what's the best way to train your dog? Laura Lloyd from The Kennel Club offers her expert advice
Huge 23-foot shark struck by boat off the west coast of County Kerry
The collision happened in the waters around the Dingle Peninsula, south-west Ireland.