Archive for Environment
Walk & Talk with Helen Philips
Thursday, November 26th, 2009
In this extended interview, Natural England’s Helen Philips talks to walk editor Dominic Bates about creating England’s new coastal footpath and tackling climate change…
The paths less travelled
Thursday, November 26th, 2009
Footpath erosion in Britain’s walking hotspots costs millions in repairs each year and is permanently changing the face of our most cherished natural landmarks. Check out Mark Rowe’s full report on in the winter issue of walk, or read on for a sample of his alternatives to the most popular routes…
Adopt a beach
Thursday, September 17th, 2009
Looking for something a little different to do this weekend? Why not pitch in at your local beach to help clean up a stretch of Britain’s shoreline…
Green peaks
Friday, September 11th, 2009
The Peak District Sustainable Development Fund has awarded a series of grant to create community orchards, a new woodland walk and wildflower meadows around schools…
Cameron McNeish: Renewables rethink
Thursday, May 28th, 2009
With a decision imminent on the proposed Beauly-Denny powerline through the wilds of central Scotland, Cameron McNeish argues for a fresh approach to renewable energy…
Longstone Edge saved
Wednesday, March 25th, 2009
Countryside campaigners are celebrating a legal victory today which will help to save a beautiful landscape in the Peak District National Park being scarred by uncontrolled quarrying…
Arctic survey back on track
Wednesday, March 25th, 2009
Weather conditions have allowed the team to continue their mission north to measure sea ice thickness. The trio trekked 8 nautical miles today, in temperatures which have “significantly improved” to -24°C!
Win some serious Arctic gear
Monday, March 16th, 2009
The Catlin Arctic Survey is underway, and Cotswolds is giving you the chance to win the team’s kit..



