National Trust3 hrs agoWildfire response scaled back after ditches dugFirefighters create breaks up to 12m wide (39ft) to stop any flames or embers spreading.3 hrs ago17 hrs agoHeathland fire 'stable' and fundraiser set upFire crews remain at Dunwich Heath and RSPB Minsmere. Meanwhile, a fundraising appeal is launched.17 hrs ago2 days agoFire-ravaged heath 'could take 25 years to recover'The vast blaze at the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is still being tackled by firefighters.2 days ago2 days ago'Upsetting' that camp fire likely led to rare habitat blazeThe area's National Trust countryside manager says nesting birds, reptiles, small mammals and amphibians will have died.2 days ago5 days ago170 Years Later: Flowers return after lawn abandoned for film shootFountains Abbey staff left grounds unmown to appear abandoned for film shoot - but orchids returned.5 days ago24 Jul 2026Rare night heron spotted at National Trust siteThe small bird, which is widespread across Africa, Asia, the Americas and Europe, is seen on camera.24 Jul 202622 Jul 2026Puffling spotted at colony in 'danger of extinction'Fears have been growing over the survival of the south coast's last puffin colony.22 Jul 202621 Jul 2026'Jarring' column approved for World Heritage SiteWiltshire Council grants planning permission for the four-metre column to be built at Avebury.21 Jul 202620 Jul 2026'Tense time' for beauty spot as heat continuesGates leading to the Long Mynd are shut by managers because of the area's high risk of wildfires.20 Jul 2026...
