Alastair Buchan explains how to anchor a boat when sailing solo

Nigel Walley, 61, has been swimming in the Thames since he was a boy and now regularly tackles the iconic river’s tidal section. He explains what it’s like to be in the water

THE ADVICE YOU NEED TO GET THE BEST FROM YOUR FISHING

Marian Boswall defends the building of lakes, which bring both beauty and biodiversity

One in 400 UK veterans experience homelessness. This small charity is using houseboats to lift them beyond the incoming tide Just over 12 months ago, Jay Saunders couldn’t make eye contact. Today, he’

Embarking on a trip armed with a tactical strategy will help you catch more carp when time is of the essence