outdoors

The pandemic has given people a greater appreciation of the landscapes farmers provide

Public grateful for benefits countryside visits bring to mental and physical health

The pandemic has given people a greater appreciation of the landscapes farmers provide, with 71% of people saying they feel fortunate to be able to access the British countryside a new survey has found.

More than 2,000 UK adults were interviewed by Savanta Comres on their post-pandemic habits, with more than half (53%) now more likely to seek out leisure and tourism in the UK...

Sustainable children's clothing inspired by coastlines and outdoor exploration

National Trust and Frugi collaborate on organic clothing range

Sustainable children’s clothing brand Frugi and the National Trust have launched a Paddling Puffins capsule collection of ethically made outerwear and accessories for the Spring-Summer 2021 season.

Inspired by the National Trust’s 50 things to do before you’re 11 ¾’ activities and the many miles of coastline in its care, the new Paddling Puffins collection invites children up to ten...

How you can stop worrying so much when your children are outdoors

Your kids love being outside but you always worry they might hurt themselves. How can you worry less?

Parent coach Lorraine Thomas, founder of the Parent Coaching Academy, says: “Understandably the outdoors can be a bit scary for parents, but rather than focusing on the potential negatives, focus on the positive benefits of being outside.

“To overcome any doubts and fears,...