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Colchicum is poisonous.

The time is right for spring bulb planting

Over 1000 people gathered for the North East Skinny Dip at Druridge Bay.

Skinny dippers on track to raise £50,000 for Mind

Woodland weddings offer at Northumberland estate.

Bespoke 'woodland weddings' are on offer on country estate

Brook Meadow combines lakeside glamping, wild swimming, cosy woodland lodges and relaxed outdoor spaces, making it a memorable countryside escape in Leicestershire.

Brook Meadow review: The countryside stay that completely won me over

The average person spends just 84 minutes a day in the incredible outdoors

One in five Brits never spend a full day outside

Tom Nelson, co-founder of Nature Impact, and James Hilditch, co-founder and creative director at BearJam.

Ad Feature BearJam first to commit 1% of AI production budget to nature

A third said phones stopped them being able to relax

Six in 10 smartphone owners want less screen time - here's why

Northumberlandia wellbeing stroll.

Free wellbeing sessions back for a second year

From solar eclipses to a bird murmuration at dusk, travellers are increasingly choosing moments - not just destinations.

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Trail running, hiking and stargazing are also among the nature-based activities many are yet to try their hand at.

Millions of adults have never gone wild swimming or watched a sunset

The Hide, on Baslow Road, Eastmoor

I stayed at a cosy Peak District hideaway near Chatsworth Estate
I found great food cosy rooms and a stunning moorland location at this Peak District hideaway near Chatsworth
Phil Bramley

The event will take place at at Heighley Gate Garden Centre.

Fundraising drop-in event for preschool

St Paul's Harmony

Ad Feature St Paul’s Cathedral hosts harmony event

Seek inspiration and get up-to-date guidance with this comprehensive hiking app

AllTrails review: the app that makes exploring the outdoors easier

Birds benefit hugely from garden feeders in the winter

How to feed garden birds cheaply ahead of the Big Garden Birdwatch

Fieldfare in deep snow.

Unwrap The Wildlife Trusts’ winter challenge

November 23 is a day mathematicians and many others celebrate, in honour of Fibonacci and his namesake sequence and its connection to the Golden Ratio and the Golden Spiral.

Why do people celebrate Fibonacci Day every November 23?

Hair Loving's products are helping women across the country

Hair Loving review: biotin and rosemary shampoo delivering fuller hair

The research challenged a long-held assumption that promoting ecological benefits was enough to win over the public

Whether people really want mown lawns or 'wild spaces' in their parks

Bonaparte's gulls (top left) and a killdeer were among the rare birds recorded across the UK this week

10 rare birds spotted in the UK this week - and where they were seen

(Clockwise from top left) Yellow-browed warblers, starling murmurations, tawny owls, bramblings, and pink-footed geese are among the things birdwatchers have to look forwards to in November

5 special birds and 'spectacular' aerial displays to spot in November

A few of the experimental 'Frankenstein trees' at Yonder Wood

How the rise of the 'franken-trees' could help beetles, bats and birds

Who needs the NHS? Let nature heal you.

Wonderful boost for charity’s natural health service work in Northumberland

Dr Hilary says you can make yourself feel a lot better with just a spoonful of a very special honey - and it's cheaper than you might think

Dr Hilary Jones backs this £5.25 sweet treat for symptoms Covid

Don't cast that spider outside! He could help you out

3 reasons you need spiders in your home

The humble mushroom could be the superfood you’ve never known you needed

Why mushrooms are hailed as the 'world's most powerful ingredient'

From chillies to pears, beets to Jerusalem artichokes, there are plenty of exciting fruits and veggies in season now

26 hearty, flavourful fruits and vegetables in season this October

The eight birds competing this year are all species in need of special conservation support

The RSPB has launched the UK's very own 'Bird of the Year' contest
Eight handpicked species will battle it out for the first-ever ‘Bird of the Year’ title 🐦🆚🦅
Amber Allott

Women were more likely than men to feel worried about money, research reveals

One in three Brits say hiding money worries damages relationships

(Clockwise from left) Fieldfares, redwings, goldcrests, and bearded tits are among the birds it'll become a little easier to spot in the UK this month

Four elusive and visiting birds you can spot in the UK in October

The weather over the past summer may trigger an especially vibrant display this autumn

Why autumn leaves may be more spectacular than ever this year

Tree planting.

Nature-friendly food growing project celebrates two years of success

These five 'rooted in culture' trees made up the top 5 in this year's competition

We have a winner! UK’s 2025 tree of the year crowned

(Clockwise from top left) Green woodpeckers, lapwings, great crested grebes and red grouses were all amongst the species trending downwards

3 birds new data shows are declining - and 3 that are bouncing back

Ad Feature New 40-home site goes on sale in Rothbury

There are dozens of fruits and veggies in season this month

25 fruits and veggies in season now - why eating them helps the planet

City dwellers spend 10 minutes longer outside than those in suburban areas

City dwellers spend longer outside than those who live in villages

(Clockwise from top left) A male and female blackcap, a whitethroat, a jay, a nuthatch, and a knot

5 birds you can spot in the UK right now - and where to watch for them

Northumberland Wildlife Trust.

New guide aims to improve access to nature

Find out more at the Nature and Wellbeing Fair next month.

All welcome at Nature and Wellbeing Fair

The happiest country in the world truly made me happy!

We went to Finland’s Lake Saimaa to uncover what makes Finns so happy

Woodhorn nature walk.

Free wellbeing courses on offer from next month

Date autumn starts as Hurricane Erin forecast to bring band of rain to UK.

Hurricane Erin forecast to bring band of rain - date autumn starts

Everything is included at Sandals for one price - water sports, top restaurants and quality drinks

Inside a resort which offers luxury escapes & builds pride in Jamaica

The new outdoor classroom ‘The Clean Planet Tent’ will enable another 1,000 students to be educated every year.

Ad Feature Clean Planet & Wakehurst open outdoor classroom at Kew’s wild gardens
The Clean Planet Foundation has partnered with Wakehurst to create an outdoor classroom at Kew’s wild botanic gardens in West Sussex.
Jess Young

It comes after a fifth of Brits admit they now shop on their phone or tablet at the seaside

The humble deck chair has been given a 21st century makeover

Lloyd of the Flies checking out the woodland at Northumberlandia.

Join Lloyd of the Flies at iconic landmark site this summer

Set in an exclusive private estate, the holiday home is designed for luxury family living

See inside this £700,000 holiday home you could win for just 99p

Northumberland residents can use these tips to help support their eye health this summer

How summer could damage your vision! Expert issues warning to Northumberland res...

Nature Minister, Mary Creagh meets local farmer Jamie Murray to learn about his involvement in Hadrian's Wall Wetlands Landscape Recovery project. Picture: Alasdair Mackenzie/NNP

Minister for Nature visits Northumberland National Park

Hamza Yassin, president of The Camping & Caravanning Club

Over half of campers sleep better to the soothing sounds of nature

Lindsey Burrow, wife of late rugby legend Rob Burrow, plants wildflowers in his memory to mark Celebration Day (May 26)

Celebs share how they plan to remember loved ones this Celebration Day

Beach artist Claire Eason's artwork of a miner. Picture: Claire Eason/Soul2Sand/SWNS

Beach artist creates 100ft figure of miner to honour former pit village

Probiotics could help save your holiday - Animal News Agency

Northumberland dog owners urged to pack smart: Could a probiotic be the secret t...

Amur Leopards born at wildlife park

Super-cute video shows 'world's most endangered big cat' newborn cubs

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