Monty Don’s Daily Routine for Attracting More Birds to Your Garden Wednesday, February 4, 2026 birds gardening montydon wildlife feeding winter nature conservation uk gardens Birds add life and joy to our gardens, yet many native species across the UK are facing decline. February’s cold, dull, and damp weather makes it especially important to support these feathered visitors. Gardening expert … Read More
Elderly Dog Survives Two Weeks Lost in Freezing Cotswolds Wilderness Thursday, January 29, 2026 dog survival cotswolds rescue search nelly cold community wildlife pet Nelly, an 11-year-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, has defied the odds by surviving two weeks lost in freezing conditions on the Cotswolds’ highest point, Cleeve Hill. The beloved dog went missing on New Year’s Eve during a … Read More
Countryfile Star Addresses Viewer Concerns Over Distressing Bird Capture Scene Sunday, January 25, 2026 countryfile birds conservation wildlife menai protection netting bbc research animalwelfare Viewers of BBC’s Countryfile were quick to express their unease during Sunday’s episode, which featured a controversial wildlife segment early in the broadcast. Presenters John Craven, Charlotte Smith, and Adam Henson delved … Read More
Countryfile Presenter Addresses Viewer Concerns Over Bird Capturing Segment Sunday, January 25, 2026 countryfile bbc conservation wildlife birds cannonnetting menaibridge ecology animalwelfare nature Countryfile viewers expressed immediate concern during the Sunday evening broadcast when a segment focused on bird conservation methods showed the use of cannon netting to capture wading birds. Presenters John Craven, … Read More
New Map Empowers Gloucestershire to Balance Nature and Development Thursday, January 22, 2026 gloucestershire nature development biodiversity conservation urbanplanning habitat wildlife environment strategy Gloucestershire has introduced an innovative map designed to identify opportunities for enhancing nature across the county. This initiative forms a cornerstone of the county’s Nature Recovery Strategy, aiming to guide … Read More
Plans for 140 New Homes in Coleford Approved Despite Wildlife Concerns Tuesday, January 20, 2026 coleford freemanhomes housingdevelopment forestofdean affordablehousing wildlife planningpermission floodrisk communityconcerns urbanplanning Plans to build 140 new homes on more than 18 acres at Poolway Farm, off Gloucester Road in Coleford, Gloucestershire, have been approved by the Forest of Dean District Council despite concerns raised by local residents. The … Read More