Having a whale of a time

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

From snorkelling in crystal-clear Hebridean waters to hand-printing sea-inspired designs, Bonnie Wood’s life and art on the Isle of Islay capture the quiet beauty of island living

Waggy tails from around the county

It’s summertime and Yorkshire’s splendid landscape is open for business ‒ that might mean taking the plunge on a paddleboard, a social trek or a gentle ramble with painterly views. Be inspired to do it your way

The best of the season to inspire and admire

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