08 Jul 2026
by Stephanie Brown

A fire ranger’s story

Go behind the scenes with an RSPB fire ranger and discover what it takes to protect a unique upland landscape. Through personal stories and video diaries, hear about the challenges of caring for the historic moors and protecting both nature and heritage.

Life on the Moors (Greater Manchester)

The garden that grows hope

Discover a remarkable community garden where heritage, horticulture and wellbeing come together. Explore the historic grounds of the former Royal Hospital Haslar and learn how veterans are accessing gardening as therapy.

A garden for the senses

Wander through 25 acres of winding woodland, colourful walled gardens and sweeping sea views at this spectacular Cornish garden, using sensory prompts to experience the site through touch, sight, sound and smell.

Trengwainton Garden (Cornwall)

What’s the buzz

‘Bee’ part of one of the Midlands’ sweetest weekends, with live beekeeping demonstrations, bee-themed activities and a chance to explore the beautiful Edwardian house and botanical gardens at Winterbourne.

Follow in a naturalist’s footsteps

Explore the home of renowned naturalist Ted Ellis, one of the first to communicate his passion for nature via newspapers, radio and TV, and tour one of the most continuously studied areas of wetland in the UK.

Wheatfen Nature Reserve (Norfolk)

Be a heritage hero

Swap sightseeing for stewardship with this hands-on conservation session. Help restore a rare limestone habitat, discover the area's geological heritage, and maybe even uncover a fossil or two.

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