Down to earth

Our schools can–and must–lead the way in teaching the next generation the incalculable value of the natural world, contends Roger Morgan-Grenville

Homesickness, little contact with family, and uber-strict regimes are just some of the outdated misconceptions about boarding schools. So what is the reality in 2025?

WE OFTEN IMAGINE conservation unfolding in wild, far-flung landscapes, not in the middle of bustling cities. Urban environments can seem like the end of the road for nature, where even the trees appea

To mark our 40th birthday, we launched a landmark survey investigating how nature affects mental wellbeing. Is pottering around outside better than pounding the treadmill at the g ym? Is a walk in the park as good as weeding your garden? Which British flower is the best mood-booster? The results are in…

AT the Groundswell Festival in Suffolk earlier this ...

There are so many wonderful ways to enjoy Britain’s waterways and this time of year is perfect for exploring them. Let us help you dip your toe in...