Page 73 - Countryside Code News Today

Jonathan Smith runs Where2walk, a walking company in the Yorkshire Dales. Jonathan has written his own book, the Dales 30 which details the highest…

Somerset public health leaders are urging residents and visitors in the Burnham-On-Sea area to keep following Covid safety rules while enjoying the Spring weather.

Boris Johnson today urged members of the public to challenge people who litter and tick them off.  The Prime Minister said he abhors litter and shares peoples indignation at those who fail to tidy up after themselves.  The easing of lockdown rules has prompted a surge in the number of people meeting in public spaces for picnics and cups of coffee to catch up with friends and relatives.  But Mr Johnson said everyone must obey the basic laws of respect for other people after widespread photogr...

New Somerset coastal walks app launched this week features Burnham and Brean Somerset’s seafaring heritage and lost legends are beautifully brought to life in a set of ‘story walks’ launched by Somerset County Council. If you love getting out and exploring the county’s spectacular coastal walks while learning about the heritage, nature and tall tales surrounding Somerset’s rugged landscape, Storywalks are just the ticket. Created by local poet Chris Jelley, and brought to you by the ...

NEARLY 16,500 people across Dorset took part in this years RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch

Jonathan Smith runs Where2walk, a walking company in the Yorkshire Dales. Jonathan has written his own book, the Dales 30 which details the highest…

A LAKE District school has won plaudits for its inventive method of conveying the Countryside Code. Children at Grasmere School and Nursery starred in a short film containing a number of ‘top tips’ for responsible behaviour in the countryside. The video sees them don sheep outfits to warn of the threats posed to livestock by dogs, while Nick Owen, of Langdale/Ambleside Mountain Rescue Team, steps in to help the children spread the word about safety on the fells. Headteacher Johanna ...

Welcomed: New Countryside Code..Credit NFU CUMBRIAN farmers have welcomed the launch of the new look Countryside Code. It contains advice for the public and landowners, making it easier for visitors to help respect, protect and enjoy the outdoors. Its key messages centre on respecting other people, protecting the environment and enjoying the countryside. National Farmers Union (NFU) Deputy President, Stuart Roberts, said: "The British countryside offers a multitude of benefits to the publ...

HELLO. I said, in case you didn’t catch it the first time: Hello. Silence. This is the bit where you say hello back. Nope? Suit yourselves. This is almost as bad as that weird phenomenon in television shows where somebody says goodbye and the other person doesn’t respond. It’s not that they’re in a huff, it’s just a stupid, unrealistic television convention. If you said “cheerio” to a friend, and they just sat there mutely staring back at you, you’d say: “I said ‘cheerio...

SIGHTED: The house sparrow remains the most commonly sighted bird in Cumbria in the Big Garden Birdwatch survey Photo RSPB More than a million people across the UK spent an hour watching the birds that visit their garden or outdoor space in the 42nd Big Garden Birdwatch for the RSPB - with more than 14,000 in Cumbria. It is the world’s largest wildlife survey and gives RSPB scientists insights into how our garden birds are faring both across the country and here in Cumbria. The house sp...