BBC Countryfile Magazine - March 2023

In this issue

BLACKBIRD MAGIC
As spring slowly unfurls, the blackbird’s beautiful song rings out. Nicola Chester looks into the hidden world of this familiar garden visitor.

SHORE START
Caro Giles join Northumberland schoolchildren for their weekly class on the beach at Embleton Bay, where they study their natural surroundings and learn outdoors in the fresh air.

DISCOVER THE DART

From the coast to its source on wild moorland, Ben Lerwill journeys up the delightful River Dart, by boat, train and finally on foot

6 mins

Blackbird magic

As days lengthen and winter recedes, the blackbird's gorgeous liquid voice joins the dawn chorus. But how much do we really know of this familiar garden songster? Nicola Chester reveals the hidden life of the blackbird

5 mins

Our greatest adventures

It's the 200th issue of BBC Countryfile Magazine - and the perfect opportunity for us to share our favourite discoveries and explorations over the past 15 years

9 mins

Shore start

Once a week, all year round, a group of lucky children from Northumberland swap their classroom for a day on the beach. This natural setting provides a great way to learn, writes Caro Giles

5 mins

A rare breed

With their webbed feet, supersensitive noses and abundant energy, otterhounds were perfectly adapted to track their prey, but the dog is now disappearing in Britain. Luc ap Rolant asks, can they survive?

5 mins

THE LURE OF THE WILD

Purple Arctic-Alpine flowers and bluebells colour a craggy habitat that’s home to one of the Brecon Beacons wildest views, says

4 mins

HIDDEN TREASURE

Sheltered by Fairlight Cliffs, Pett Level Beach in Sussex is a favourite spot for quiet family adventures, says Tanya Jackson

1 min

GREAT RIDGE RAMBLE

With stunning views, cosy pubs and cafés, plus a historic ruin, this exhilarating Peak District path delivers everything you could hope for in a classic country walk, enthuses Tim Bates

1 min

A WILD ISLAND ADVENTURE

From the streets of Scotland's second city to the summit of an island fell, in just a few short hours, Joe Pontin enjoys an exhilarating escape

2 mins

TOP 7 WALKS IN NATIONAL PARKS

From epic mountain climbs to tranquil seaside strolls, Danny Graham reveals his favourite national park trails

2 mins

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BBC Countryfile Magazine Description:

Countryfile Magazine inspires you to explore forgotten corners of the great British countryside and provides knowledge of the people and wildlife that inhabit it. We want to tempt you into trying new things, seek out new places and make the most of Britain’s beautiful landscapes.