Richie Blake explains how volunteers can transform the fortunes of our waterways – notably his beloved River Teign in Devon

Every month, we trawl the nation’s coastline to bring you news of the people, places and exciting goings-on that are worth knowing about

A winter walk can offer up some truly beautiful and surprising wild spectacles – Yorkshire Wildlife Trust’s reserves have plenty to offer

With beautiful colleges set along a meandering river, this East Anglian treasure is a great place to relax, recharge and dream

Whether you want to pick up a new skill, hit reset on your health or finally write that novel, these opportunities will help to make 2026 your best year yet…

It can lower stress, treat depression and open up a whole new world of outdoor-going opportunities so could you learn to love the cold? We spoke to converts whose lives have been shaped by embracing winter