Life, loss and hope
Peter Marren explores our complex role as both predator and protector of the natural world
Insect Eden
With 134 miles of paths through drifts of wildflowers abuzz with bees and butterflies, the John Muir Pollinator Way is both a beautiful walking route and a way to help revive Britain’s insect population
An oak for the ages
Since prehistoric times, a giant tree had slumbered in the Fenland soil
Discover Royal Thames
Ben Lerwill marks Her Majesty the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee by exploring the rich, regal heritage of a great river
Wolf of the deep
The lurking pike is the perfect predator of our waterways
Discover: The north pennies
The three mighty rivers of South Tyne, Wear and Tees all arise in the high moorlands of Cumbria.
Stream of consciousness
The changing light, sound and mood of moving water creates a meditative calm and perspective that is a fantastic tonic for body and mind, says Kevin Parr
The fisher king
Electric-blue and elusive, kingfishers are always a thrilling sight on Britain’s rivers
Bliss on a boat
Row, pole, cruise and paddle 10 of Britain’s beautiful rivers
Pure waters
Charles Rangeley-Wilson celebrates one of England’s greatest natural marvels – and explains how we can best protect them