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Simon Garrett worked for Bristol Zoo for 32 years, ultimately as head of public engagement. He now works for Nature Positive, an environmental management consultancy. Here he gives his tips on how to encourage people to play their part in conservation. "In my view,...
Can you place these buildings? The cities of England and Wales are full of striking architecture. But can you tell us where the following five buildings are found? To be in with a chance of winning the prize, simply tell us the five cities in which they’re located....
Share your spring photos and video clips with us The days are getting longer, the trees are exploding in vibrant shades of green, pink and white, and the temperature is warming up - spring is here. The stunning change of season makes it the perfect time to put on...
We hopped across the stepping stones and skirted a field. Round the next corner was a wild boar getting ready to charge, an enormous bull leaning into the wind, a gleaming white horse that must have galloped out of a fairy tale, and a feisty pair of goats. We...
Step right this way for some Insta-inspiration autumn photography locations. Take a look at our run down of eight wonderful places to frolic amongst falling leaves this autumn. With a subject matter this photogenic, a simple point and click in any direction should...
Ever wondered what Nordic walking is all about, or wanted to brush up on your navigation and map reading know how? Perhaps you’re curious about pilgrimage routes, in need of a wellbeing walk or fancy a cultural wander around an historic city? The second YHA...
Here in the UK we have just seven native species of amphibians — animals that can live both in water and on land. They’re small and secretive but very special. Let’s meet the secret seven! Our three newt species are usually found in or near ponds and other cool,...
Kenton Cool is one of the world’s leading high-altitude climbers. He has summited Everest 17 times, mostly as a guide, and became the first person in history to complete the ‘Everest Triple Crown’ — Everest (8,848m), Nuptse (7,861m) and Lhotse (8,516m) — in a...
As we peered into the dark waters of the boating lake searching for the fidget toy our son had dropped overboard, they suddenly came into focus: scores of pale, translucent creatures gently stretching and contracting as they circulated just below the surface, like...
Members of the Access Unlimited coalition have welcomed the recent government announcement that young people learning in the outdoors will be one of key causes to benefit from £892 million of dormant assets funding in England. The government announced on 7th March...
Dear YHA, With the season of love upon us, I wanted to share some moments that make me smile from my stays with YHA. Adventuring around the magical Lake District staying with YHA holds wonderful memories. It is no wonder that prolific authors, William Wordsworth...
Dear YHA, Dusk had fallen over Robin Hood's Bay. Our children were laughing and whooping as they jumped into rock pools and got caked in sand and mud. The tide was out, and the immense expanse of the beach was their playground. At last, worn out and happy, they...
