The famous courtship ritual that begins in February

The famous courtship ritual that begins in February

February and March see pairs of Great Crested Grebes join together to perform an elegant courtship ritual… it’s not to be missed. During spring these birds are easily recognised as they have their distinctive striking summer plumage (these showy headresses

What makes a great beach?

What makes a great beach?

Here are our thoughts on what makes a good beach – Sand – I know there are those out there that love the character of pebbles, but you just can’t beat a good sand beach. It’s not just that it

favourite swimming locations

favourite swimming locations

Wild swimming has grown in popularity in recent years and for good reason. It’s hard to beat the feeling you get from immersing yourself in a cold lake, plunge pool, river or sheltered cove. It’s just  incredibly invigorating and refreshing.

Travelling to the Alps?… here’s something to add to your kit list.

Travelling to the Alps?… here’s something to add to your kit list.

There’s a brilliant new book out packed full of information about the Alps. The book covers both the ecology and geology of Europe’s most famous mountain range, as well as offering well researched walking guides. Written jointly by Jim Langley

Two spectacular murmurations …

Two spectacular murmurations  …

Murmuration… What a great word. Distant memories of English lessons at school (or a recent pub quiz) might remind you that it’s the collective noun for starlings and other birds. It describes how they fly together – sometimes in their