England becoming a country of 'beauty spots rather than beauty', and must act fast to address declining biodiversity, says the government’s environment watchdog
… England becoming a country of 'beauty spots rather than beauty', and must act fast to address … the next 20-30 years without urgent action. Beauty spots At a local level, biodiversity …
When Oxeye daises looked like taking over her mini-meadow, Jo Cartmell was tempted to intervene. But instead, she held back and let nature take its course. Now, a few seasons later, the floral diversity has only increased, taking in some unexpected but welcome arrivals - along with their insect companions, all making their home on what used to be an unloved patch of lawn.
… what used to be an unloved patch of lawn. The beauty of a wildflower meadow is that it is … and is immersed amidst endlessly fascinating beauty and a constantly changing scene. The … enough how beneficial a wildflower meadow's beauty, wildlife and perfume is for your …
Jagged peaks, cerulean lochs, plentiful wildlife and wonderful historical treasures have made Scotland a truly magical place to go, say Ruth Styles and Vanessa Jones
… of Lomond and Ness and the rugged purple beauty of the Highlands are totally …
The species has gone from a small number of breeding pairs in Wales to thousands of birds across the UK.
… "radical" at the time, conservationists said. Beauty Red kites, a large bird of prey that … in the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, in an area on the border of …
Filling your garden with wildflowers helps honeybees and butterflies, and creates a relaxed mood. And, from the Easton Walled Garden to Sissinghurst, there's plenty of inspiration
… add to them. Wildflowers have a natural, easy beauty about them – perhaps simply because … there are many that will add an abundance of beauty and butterflies to whatever your garden …
The Wildlife Trusts has launched its 'Leave it Wild' campaign.
… their land wild to boost biodiversity. Beauty Dr Craig Bennett, chief executive of … ourselves to be perfect and celebrate natural beauty, not preened perfection!" This Author …
Making the most of the UK’s bountiful flora, Union’s four fragrances are an olfactory celebration of the British countryside, says Ruth Styles
… Styles | 1st June 2012 Ethical Living Perfume Beauty Health And Beauty UK Britain Ireland Union Selfridges … but for the country’s best-known natural beauty brand, things have never been better. …
An evocative combination of stunning photography and beautiful prose drives home the natural wonder of the Arctic in Jeff Jones and Laurie Hoyle’s wonderful book
… have captured the Arctic’s stunning beauty and documented the struggle to survive …
Following the closure of some of the UK's most stunning lakes, a dynamic campaign has been set up to stop phosphates from washing detergents causing algal blooms
Love your Lakes: a campaign to get phosphates out of the Lake District Laura Sevier | 16th December 2010 Activism Natural World Pollution Lake District Love Your Lakes Phosphates Algae Detergents …
The gorilla photoshoot and where human exceptionalism takes us.
Humans: are we exceptional? Matthew Chalmers | 18th September 2020 | News Connection With Nature Biodiversity Gorilla baby The gorilla photoshoot and where human exceptionalism takes us. When I read …
The latest State of Nature report warns that nearly one in six of Britain's 10,000 species under review could be lost.
… parks and areas of outstanding natural beauty had the potential to contribute to the … including Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, National Nature Reserves, National …
Volunteering holidays aren't just for bored teenagers. As Christine Ottery found out, there are plenty of ways to see the UK and do your bit at the same time
Ten of the best... British volunteering holidays Christine Ottery | 21st October 2011 Ethical Living Volunteering Travel Conservation Scotland UK England Beaches Wildlife holding.jpg Volunteering …
It’s better known for the yearly financial knees-up that is the World Economic Forum but when the bankers have gone, Davos is a family-friendly town with oodles of quiet charm, as Ruth Styles found out
Davos: taking back the banker’s paradise Ruth Styles | 5th October 2011 Ethical Living Davos Klosters Switzerland Nature Wildlife World Economic Forum Travel kls3974.jpg It’s better known for the …
It's time to imagine a more resilient future for the Lake District and all its communities, a future in which wild nature and thriving biodiversity is central.
… Parks and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (‘ Landscapes Review ’) has indicated … purpose to “conserve and enhance the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage” of …
Eschewing mass tourism for small groups, conservation and community involvement, Valentina Jovanovski has the lowdown on the green travel companies making a positive difference
Top 10...environmentally friendly travel companies Valentina Jovanovski | 3rd June 2011 Ethical Living Travel Ecotourism Holiday Responsible Travel Adventure Trip Wildlife Hiking Nature holding.jpg …
Field after field of barren grassy hills is neither ecologically desirable nor essential. We desperately need to break up this green concrete by planting more trees in our uplands.
Reinforcing biodiversity through reforesting Mark Banahan | 5th July 2019 News Vegan Veganism Agriculture Reforestation Biodiversity Thought Leaders woods_with_sunrays.jpg Field after field of barren …
Songs such as ‘The Ash Grove’ allow us to celebrate this common tree species now - and to commemorate it later.
Tuning in to Nature Emily Unsworth White Maz McNamara | 12th December 2023 | Comment Resurgence & Ecologist Biodiversity Nature Songs such as ‘The Ash Grove’ allow us to celebrate this common tree …
Plight of Hertfordshire’s wildlife highlighted in new report: almost one fifth of the species assessed are threatened with extinction.
The state of nature in Hertfordshire Staff Reporter | 25th March 2020 News Wildlife Hertfordshire Herts And Middlesex Wildlife Trusts State Of Nature Conservation …