Farming and Country Life

Countryfile – Countryside Cycling – Joe Crowley and Sammi Kinghorn embark on an awe-inspiring adventure in the breathtaking landscapes of the Lake District, unveiling the enduring allure of cycling as one of the United Kingdom’s most cherished outdoor pursuits. In this captivating journey, they discover how the revolutionary rise of electric bikes has revolutionized the exploration of the countryside, opening up new horizons like never before.     Immersing himself in the remarkable story of resilience and triumph, Joe joins forces with the Electric Cranks, an extraordinary group of electric bike riders who have overcome heart attacks with the aid

Countryfile – Flower Farming – Joe Crowley and Charlotte Smith find themselves in the picturesque town of Spalding, nestled in the heart of south Lincolnshire. Renowned as the historic hub of Britain’s illustrious bulb and flower farming industry, this charming locale beckons our intrepid explorers to delve into its rich heritage, unravel the tapestry of economic changes that growers have weathered, and unveil the trailblazing efforts of a new generation of farmers shaping the future of the UK’s vibrant flower industry.     In their quest to unearth the secrets of floral cultivation, Charlotte Smith embarks on a captivating journey

Countryfile – Ronald Blythe’s Suffolk – John Craven and Margherita Taylor embark on a captivating and immersive expedition to the charming village of Charsfield, nestled in the heart of picturesque Suffolk. Their purpose is to commemorate the extraordinary life and literary legacy of the revered rural writer, Ronald Blythe, whose passing this year at the remarkable age of 100 left an indelible void in the literary world.     Charsfield and its surrounding environs served as the wellspring of inspiration for Blythe’s masterpieces, including the timeless classic, Akenfield. With unwavering enthusiasm, John and Margherita delve into Blythe’s captivating realm, traversing

Countryfile – Rare Breeds 50th Anniversary Compilation – This year marks a truly momentous occasion as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Rare Breed Survival Trust, a remarkable charitable organization established by the visionary Joe Henson, father of the renowned Adam Henson. The trust’s unwavering mission has been to combat the alarming decline of rare breed populations across the United Kingdom. To commemorate this significant milestone, we embark on an extraordinary journey to Adam’s idyllic farm, where we witness firsthand how he has fearlessly embraced the responsibility entrusted to him.     As the summer sun graces the land

Countryfile – Argyll Hope Spot – There are 151 hope spots around the world, including the Galapagos Islands and the Great Barrier Reef. They are areas identified as critical to the health of the oceans, championed by their local communities.Hamza Yassin visits the only one in the UK – the Argyll Coast and Islands. Hamza meets marine biologist Chris Rickard and discovers that the area was designated hope spot status in 2019 because it’s home to the only known nursery in the world of the critically endangered flapper skate.     Hamza joins Chris as he conducts research, searching for