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Walker’s guide to coping with cold

Rather than shivering in an under-heated home, why not get the blood pumping on an exhilarating walk? Dave Hamilton has tips on how to beat the chill on winter hikes

Land of the lost nomads

In the low hills of Yorkshire’s East Riding, new walking routes celebrate the Wold Rangers, a nomadic people who once wandered the Wolds’ green lanes and bridleways. Paul Kirkwood follows in their footsteps

Highland warriors

Formidable, huge and wildly shaggy, Highland cattle look like ancient beasts materialised through the mists of time. But where did they come from – and how do they survive the winter? James Fair finds out

The green king

What are the views of King Charles III on the countryside and environment, and what might he do next? The BBC’s head of rural affairs, Dimitri Houtart, takes a look at the new king’s approach

Ellie Harrison

Whether you prefer your decorations homemade or sparkly, real evergreens will never go out of style

Mistletoe Magic

Festive fairs and markets celebrate many of our rural traditions. Simon Whaley reveals some of his favourites before puckering up for Tenbury Wells’ charming Mistletoe Festival, where druids, drummers and royalty pay homage

’Tis the season

Delight the walkers, gardeners, wild swimmers, foragers and outdoor lovers in your life with our selection of thoughtful and heart-warming country presents

Jumper for joy

Beautiful knitted sweaters have long been made on Shetland’s windswept isles, where livelihoods have relied on sheep and the sea. Esther Rutter reveals the origins of this design classic

Living legends

One of nature’s most elusive creatures, elves are now a rare sight in UK woodlands. John Wright explains the best way to spot these mysterious little beings