Nature therapy

Britain’s wild places are under pressure – but cycling gives us rare access to their beauty and fragility. Sophie Pavelle explores what’s at stake from the saddle

Alastair MacDonald Jackson spent two years visiting as many of Scotland’s west coast islands as possible. Here he showcases some of the greatest wonders of the west – and offers practical advice on how to see them

PHOTO: TOM BAILEY 1 It’s a win for ...

Wildlife photography isn’t all about attention-grabbing species, writes Rob Read

Why volunteering in our wild places does as much for you as it does for the mountains.

Countryfile ’s newest presenter on growing up with chickens, family camping trips and the tea towel that caused a stir with her husband…