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The transformation of Kielder Forest from timber plantation to conservation site
England's largest forest, Kielder, has evolved from a purely commercial timber plantation into a thriving haven for wildlife and environmen…
B&Q volunteers renovate Age Concern centre in Hampshire
A team of B&Q volunteers has refreshed the communal spaces and gardens at the Age Concern Hampshire centre in Locks Heath. By painting the …
Plans for supported living flats in Forest Hall to be decided
A new development of eight self-contained flats for adults with learning disabilities is set for a planning decision in Forest Hall. The pr…
Jill Scott to cycle 388 miles for Sport Relief
Former Lioness Jill Scott is embarking on a five-day charity challenge, cycling and running 388 miles from Wembley Stadium to Sunderland. S…
Wistman's Wood on Dartmoor named one of Europe's most enchanting forests
Wistman's Wood has been recognised as one of the most magical forests in Europe, celebrated for its ancient temperate rainforest and rare m…
Roman gold ring and coin hoard discovered in Somerset
A metal detectorist has discovered an exquisite Roman gold ring and a hoard of nearly 300 coins near Ilminster. The items have been acquire…
Folkestone Town Council acquires historic library building for £1
Folkestone Town Council has officially taken ownership of the historic Grace Hill Library building for a nominal fee of £1. The council pla…
Missing 12-year-old boy found safe in Bodmin
A 12-year-old boy who had been reported missing in the Churchtown Farm area of Bodmin has been located. Devon and Cornwall Police have conf…
Robson Green opens new stargazing facility at Twice Brewed Inn
Actor Robson Green has officially opened a new observatory experience at the Twice Brewed Inn in Northumberland National Park. The site fea…
Documentary details life-saving surgery for Boki the bear
A new documentary follows the story of Boki, a brown bear at Wildwood Trust who underwent a pioneering operation to treat a life-threatenin…
Coastguard and RNLI rescue injured dog at Kelsey Head
Emergency teams from Newquay and St Agnes worked together to rescue a dog that had fallen from a cliff at Kelsey Head. The injured pet was …
Margate's Crab Museum named best in the UK
The Crab Museum in Margate has been awarded the top spot in Time Out's list of the best museums in the UK. The free attraction was praised …