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Rare and historic guns and swords being auctioned off by the film makers who provided Indiana Jones with his weapons
A collection of 130 items, including gun-related accessories, edged weapons, flintlock and percussion long arms and pistols, will be auctioned later this month.
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'No Barry, this is how we are going to do it. Just keep the camera rolling': Queen poses as she never has before
The Queen has been captured in a wholly new light in a book released by Her Majesty’s Personal Adviser and Curator, including a candid portrait and details of her 'modest' living quarters and great sense of humour.
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Country Life Today: Chicken charity rescues its 100,000th hen
In today's news round-up we bring you great news for hen lovers, trendy Halloween pumpkins and a warning for country walkers.
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UK's oldest patch of snow 'clings on' for another winter
The Sphinx on Braeriach mountain in the Cairngorms, Scotland, has narrowly avoided melting for the third consecutive year.
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Walkers warned to be 'tick aware' after brain disease found in UK for first time
Those visiting woodlands, moorlands and parks have been warned to be vigilant following news of an infectious disease spreading to England.
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Clucking good news as chicken charity rescues its 100,000th hen
The British Hen Welfare Trust has found loving homes for 100,000 ex-bats in Devon alone.
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Country Life Today: The impact of climate change on British butterflies
In today's news round-up we bring you a mixed report on the status of British butterflies, a charming note from a farmer's daughter, and a zebra with an identity crisis.
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‘My daddy works very hard and cares about his cows': Seven-year-old farmer's daughter sends beautiful letter that's been read by millions
When a farmer’s daughter penned a letter criticising a Tesco advert promoting meat-free sausages we doubt she would have expected the social media storm that followed.
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Curious Questions: Why are the least consequential choices the hardest to make?
Research has shown that humans and ants are similarly irrational in their decision-making tendencies.
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Farmer's giant tractor beats pyramid of farm animals and spectacular straw sausage dog to win Wheat Art competition
A Cambridgeshire farmer's 62-bale creation was victorious this year’s Wheat Art contest.
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Storm damage leaves Cornish beach 'unpredictable and dynamic' with rise in lifeboat rescues
Storms in 2014 altered the course of a river across Crantock Beach but the National Trust says a safety plan is being prepared.
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Country Life Today: The first Atlantic grey seal pups of the season, spotted on the Farne Islands
Today we bring you news of cancelled firework displays amid animal welfare concerns, a study exploring how much time we spend in the great outdoors, and the arrival of adorable seal pups on the Farne Islands.
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'Hectic workloads and family pressures' leave women unable to enjoy countryside, poll reveals
Half of British women surveyed said they did not have time to enjoy nature despite being aware of its positive impact on wellbeing.
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Country Life Today: From box office hits to Disney classics, does your dog's name feature on most popular list?
Today's round-up features a warning to coastal walkers, bad news for New Forest cattle and a study revealing the threats to our seas.
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New Forest cattle to be dehorned — and walkers who have 'lost any respect' for nature are blamed
The New Forest Commoners Defence Association has asked cattle owners remove the horns of their stock after a rise in attacks on dog walkers.
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If you go down to the beach today... be careful not to step on a potentially-deadly jellyfish
Look, but don't touch — large numbers of colourful Portuguese man o' wars have been stranded on the UK coastline.
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Entire Derbyshire village is recreated in whisky-laced fruit cake
Eyam residents can enjoy their community landmarks, including pub, shop and tea room. in edible form.
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'Our heritage needs to be saved': Treasured lighthouses among historic buildings at risk
England's oldest surviving timber trestle bridge, a Grade II lift and 19th century lighthouses are some of the historic buildings that have joined the Heritage at Risk Register due to concerns about their condition.
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Country Life Today: The ASBO-worthy peacocks causing chaos in a sleepy English village
Today's round-up features a spat over roaming birds, looks at how our environment is shaping our shopping habits and a Nazi stronghold which is set to become a swish hotel.
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Flat caps, eco-friendly packed lunches and Stranger Things: How our environment is shaping our shopping habits
John Lewis' latest sales report indicates environmental impact is a key concern for consumers.
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Country Life Today: Returning rivers to their natural path
In today's round-up, we bring you news of an innovative Natural Trust project, a fracking update and an emotional speech from Prince Harry.
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'It pulls at my heart strings in a way I could have never understood': Prince Harry delivers emotional speech on parenthood
The Duke of Sussex took a moment to compose himself while speaking at the WellChild Awards (15 October).
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Were the celebrations about the end of fracking premature? Cuadrilla vows to apply for new permission
Campaigners had celebrated the removal of equipment from Cuadrilla's Lancashire fracking site, but the firm has confirmed it is applying for an extension.
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Country Life Today: The Ritz hotel set to go up for sale - with a 10-figure price tag
In today's round up we bring you news of the sale of one of London's great landmarks, a fall out between a ghost tour operator and a vicar, a collaboration between Prince Harry and Ed Sheeran and a crofter's 540-mile trip for a lovable lamb.
