In this monthly series, the fantastic folk at health charity Thrive offer some lovely project ideas to help you find excuses to enjoy the nurturing potential of your garden and the natural world at large.

You may have bought this December issue of BBC Sky at Night Magazine because you’ve been given – or you’ve treated yourself to – a new telescope for Christmas. And you may be wondering what to do with

Take a moment for YOU this festive season

The Milky Way is a firm favourite for nightscape photographers and astrophotographers alike, but beautiful images of our Galaxy are well within reach of beginners with basic entry-level equipment too.

From a magical outdoor activity to a podcast that offers a calming escape, we’ve hand-picked 10 recommendations to transform your wellbeing

Nadia Shaikh seeks good company for a search-and-gorge to get her through the ruthless darkness of the winter months