Val chapman guest editor

August’s nature marker – the swifts’ quiet exit As August unfolds, the familiar cries of swifts begin to fade. By mid-month, they’ve left for Africa – no fuss, just gone. It’s one of those subtle shif

PLACES TO GO, THINGS TO DO, IDEAS TO TRY

Long days, balmy nights (fingers crossed) and reasons to be cheerful ‒ how to make it a joyful July in Yorkshire

Winning makes, bakes and buys inspired by summer sorties to country shows and village fêtes

STOW CUM QUY PARK CB25 9AJ, 9 – 10 AUGUST The Cambridge Country Show is a one of the largest in the country, and offers plenty for your canine companion. The We Love Dogs show is two days of endless f

At the height of summer, little owls are often active during daylight in the morning and evening. In July the recently fledged young start to explore the area around the nest. The owlets are adorable,