Carys Matthews

What are the Northern Lights, and where are the best places to see them on UK shores?

You don't want your holiday to be spoilt by insect bites, and there's one in particular that wreaks considerable havoc: the Highland midge

New research reveals London as the leading region for dog-friendly workplaces, with growing support for dogs in offices across the country.

Discover some of the UK’s most impressive extinct volcanoes, from Snowdon and Ben Nevis to Arthur’s Seat in Edinburgh

Discover the best spring hikes in the UK for nature and wildlife.

Find out how to take part and the best birds to spot in your garden this winter with BBC Countryfile Magazine's handy Big Garden Birdwatch guide.

Where is The Traitors filmed?

Trenches, tombs and a hidden church above a shopping centre – 17 extraordinary historic sites to explore across England in 2025

Learn more about quirky British Christmas traditions and their origins, including Christmas trees and wassailing in our festive guide

We hit the slopes with our guide to the best places to ski and snowboard in Scotland and the rest of Britain - both indoor and outdoor.

From ancient castles to haunted hills and scary inns, discover the most haunted places in the UK with BBC Countryfile Magazine's spooky guide

Find out where to see winter wildlife in the UK and the best winter wildlife spectacles with our guide to the season's natural wonders.

Jun 25, 2024 ... Our guide to the UK's most beautiful summer hikes.

Summer Solstice 2024: A brief guide to the longest day of the year

Explore a selection of the best bluebell woodlands in the UK with our pick of stunning walks.

32 wild and wonderful beaches to visit this winter

BBC Countryfile’s guide to wasps looks at the common wasp species found in the UK, the lifecycle of social wasps, and why wasps tend to sting in autumn.

Here the best British horror films set in the countryside if you fancy a fright...

BBC Countryfile's historic guide looks at Halloween traditions in Britain. Plus offers tips on how to carve a pumpkin and easy recipe ideas.

Discover nature's most magnificent spectacles with our expert guide to the UK's most impressive autumn wildlife spectacles.