The countryside in… june

Peak autumn has a treasure trove of non-feathered riches to discover, says James Lowen

Karen Youngs encounters squabbling herons and glimpses an elusive predator on a waterside walk

PLACES TO GO, THINGS TO DO, IDEAS TO TRY

The garden has given me much joy this year, though it’s not been without its challenges! Especially the weather, with so little rain for long periods. But those two months of drought made little impac

October is many birders’ favourite time of the year. The potential is massive! Anything can and will turn up. However, here are five birds which will certainly be about and should be ‘gettable’ (with a bit of luck and skill) this month.

30-minute birder Amanda Tuke sees the benefits of being distracted by birds at home, and on the coast