Exmoor: the Wonder of the West

Exploring the mysterious draw of Exmoor and its majestic stags, hardy ponies and resilient sheep.

Why it's time to do away with the 'Rural Vote'

Trying to class everyone in the countryside under one heading means certain disaster

Unraveling the Mysteries of Badgers and Waders

We all know that badgers are on the increase and that spells trouble for waders like lapwings and curlews - but as we gather more information on the predator/prey relationship…

Will we lose the turtledove? The battle to save part of England's soul

In this episode of the Beyond the Hedge podcast, Patrick Galbraith ventures to Suffolk to meet Graham, a passionate conservationist with a love for turtle doves. They discuss the plight of the turtle dove and what the future holds for them.

Pre-packed Smiles and Wayward Woodcock

A trip to a woodcock seminar in Hungary prompts a reflection on how Britain fails to pay tribute to our quarry in the way most countries in Europe do.

Up in Arms! Mobilising the Countryside for National Service

The Prime Minister has suggested that young people should undertake some form of military training in a return to what was once called National Service. As the storm clouds gather, Britain's countryside stands ready

Step Aside, Youth Coming Through! Bringing Millennials into Fieldsports

A little tired of reading people complain about how life isn't fair, I hunt down some solutions to the future of fieldsports!

Reintroducing the big stuff. A panacea or a distraction?

Forget management - go for an imagined golden age

Natural Capital: Unexpected Riches or Fairy Gold?

How to create Capital Values out of thin air: employ consultants who can't write English.

The Political Party That's Standing Up For Farmers' Futures

As Dutch farmers prepare for a future where farming may no longer be an option, it serves as a warning of what could be knocking on the UK’s door. But hope has not been lost and a new rural movement is making waves on the political scene.

Mowing Madness: Challenging the No Mow May Movement

I feel it is time to speak out about the virtue signally No Mow May movement, that reflects my broader concerns about society and conservation.

The Silent Impact of Disturbance on Ground Nesting Birds

Disturbance is often talked about but has not really been researched. Where is the fine line between allowing people to roam the moorlands and managing disturbance of our red and amber listed birds.