Outdoors
Wildlife restoration success in Leicestershire
Restoration work in Owston Wood, near Oakham in Leicestershire has transformed the area, in one of the Forestry Commission's nationwide successes in England in the upkeep of wildlife areas - Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).
Why are autumn leaves red in America and yellow in Europe?
Walking outdoors in the autumn, the splendidly colourful leaves adorning the trees are a delight to the eye. In Europe these autumn leaves are mostly yellow, while the United States and East Asia boast lustrous red foliage. But why is it that there are such differences in autumnal hues around the world? A new theory provided by Prof.
The countryside it's a real bore!
The British countryside has become a bore because ‘there is nothing to see or do’, says 53 per cent of the nation's adults.
Don’t Let Your Fence Cause Offence!
New research released today by leading woodcare manufacturer, Ronseal, has revealed that fences, hedges and railings do far more than just marking boundaries – they set a visitor’s first impression of your property before they step inside.
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Want to Cut Cancer Risk? Try Munching Pistachios
Benefit comes from a particular type of vitamin E in the nuts, expert says Eating pistachios every day might reduce your risk for lung cancer and other malignancies, according to a new study.
The Loughborough University Swimming Club has been named BBC East Midlands Team of the year
Head coach Ian Armiger was joined by a bevy of top Loughborough swimmers as he collected the award on behalf of a club that has achieved success across national and international competitions over the last year.