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© Ian Schofield / Shutterstock.com Largely due to a loss of habitat: the water vole population has suffered a serious decline in Britain in the latter part of the 20th century. The water vole used to dwell in nearly every...

© Allen Paul Photography / Shutterstock.com The mighty English oak tree is the king of the woods, supporting more life than any other native tree species in Britain. Even leaves that have fallen from the boughs in autumn support biodiversity...

© vitrolphoto / Shutterstock.com Bushcraft seems to be the latest trend sweeping the UK, thanks to survival reality shows such as Running Wild with Bear Grylls, Survivor and Man vs Wild. The term refers to a wide spectrum of skills...

© Furiarossa / Shutterstock.com The humble beetle is a familiar sight in every British garden. Not surprising, since there are more than 4,000 species in the UK! As nutrient recyclers, they return organic matter to the earth and contribute to...

As the last throes of summer sunshine fade, we find ourselves in autumn, with a nip in the air and dusk falling ever-earlier...

© Brian A Jackson / Shutterstock.com Dandelions are among the most familiar plants in the world. The species is so well known that just about everyone can identify it at a glance. It's possibly the most successful plant in existence...

As one of Britain's most enduring rock bands, The Electric Light Orchestra is still going strong today, almost half a century after forming...

American singer Ella Fitzgerald is often referred to as the "First Lady of Song". The legendary vocalist, known for her exceptional jazz and blues singing, had a purity of tone and impeccable phrasing that were seldom heard. She was the...