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Did you know your leftover Easter chocolate can be used to hit your protein goal? Here's how

1 week ago | countryfile.com | Leonie Helm

Let's cut to the chase – staring down a mountain of Easter chocolate isn't exactly a recipe for feeling your best, no science needed there. Instead we're calling for intelligent upgrades to Easter snacking. So consider this – transforming that surplus into something genuinely satisfying and packed with protein. Explore this curated selection of delicious recipes that are ideal for using up your leftover chocolate and picture tasty, yet healthy treats this Easter.
Pen y Fan opens some of the highest-altitude EV charge points in the UK

1 week ago | countryfile.com | Freya Parr

New charging points for electric vehicles (EVs) have been installed at Pont ar Daf at the foot of Pen y Fan in Wales (one of the best areas for hiking in Wales), ranking among the highest in altitude in the UK at 440m above sea level. These 12 EV charging bays will offer renewable energy and contactless payment options, allowing walkers to charge their cars while they climb.
A large animal has started appearing in UK waters – and this diver just filmed it

1 week ago | countryfile.com | Lauren Franklin |Melissa Hobson

A scuba diver has opened people’s eyes to the magical animals that can be found in UK waters when he shared a series of hypnotic videos of large stingrays swimming through Sussex waters. “From this month, large stingrays begin to show up in the shallow waters of the South East,” says scuba diver Gio Prince on Instagram. “The largest common stingrays I have ever seen have been here in Sussex.
Who is Kevin McCloud? Everything you need to know about the Grand Designs presenter

1 week ago | countryfile.com | Freya Parr

Kevin McCloud is something of a national treasure, having graced our screens on Grand Designs for over 20 years. But how did he get into presenting, and what is his background? Kevin McCloud is a TV presenter best known for his work on the Channel 4 series Grand Designs. After graduating, McCloud trained as a theatre designer and then set up his own lighting design practice, McCloud Lighting. He worked on projects at Harrods, Ely Cathedral, Edinburgh Castle and other hotels and venues.
How many palaces are there in the UK?

1 week ago | countryfile.com | Freya Parr

While many of us assume that a palace has associations with the Royal Family, the UK’s palaces are a slightly more diverse bunch than you might initially think. From the well-trodden halls of Buckingham Palace to the forgotten medieval ruins and exhibition venues built for the masses, here’s a guide to the UK’s most fascinating palaces – and what makes a building or stately home a palace.
Did you know sparkling wine was actually invented in England? Discover 18 fascinating and bizarre facts about Britain

1 week ago | countryfile.com | Freya Parr

Britain's towns and countryside are steeped in fascinating history – and with this history comes some a few surprises or funny quirks. Did you know that the sand sings on 33 UK beaches? And you can legally own your own mine in the Forest of Dean? Whether it's odd traditions, peculiar place names or painful sporting events, these weird and wonderful facts prove that Britain is anything but ordinary.
How many dogs are there in the UK (and the world)?

1 week ago | countryfile.com | Freya Parr

The UK has 4 million more dogs than previously estimated, new research shows. A study led by Dogs Trust in collaboration with the Universities of Leeds and Exeter found that the UK is actually home to around 13 million dogs, much higher than previously thought.
What's the most common bird in Britain?

1 week ago | countryfile.com | Freya Parr

You might hear its song in your garden or see a flash of feathers on a woodland walk, but this unassuming species is the most common bird in Britain. We've pulled together the most recent bird population data in the UK to identify the nation's most widespread bird species... In fact, the winning species was actually selected in our round-up as one of the cutest animals in the UK. The wren is believed to be the most common species of bird in the UK.
Are these the bravest dogs in the world? The heart-rending stories of the world's most heroic hounds, from battlefield to backyard

1 week ago | countryfile.com | Freya Parr

Dogs are often called man's best friend – but they can also be man's greatest saviour, exceeding the expectations of loyalty and companionship to display brilliant acts of courage and sacrifice. From the dogs that guided their owners to safety during the terror attacks of 9/11 to the family pet that rescued a child from a potentially lethal entrapment, these extraordinary dogs have gone above and beyond to save lives.
Missed out on BBC Race Across The World? Why orienteering is the next best activity to test your navigation skills

2 weeks ago | countryfile.com | Matt Baird

BBC One's reality adventure TV series Race Across The World will soon be back on our screens for a fifth series. With extraordinary scenery and plenty of navigation mishaps, it's left many of us wanting to have a go. But if you can't spare the approximate eight weeks it takes for filming, you can easily give it a go in a weekend instead – minus the continent-crossings. So if you want to improve your compass skills, map reading and fitness? Then orienteering could be your fun new outdoor activity.