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BBC Countryfile Magazine brings you The Plodcast - a weekly escape to the British countryside with fascinating guests and the wonders of the great outdoors.

Enjoy a new escape into the countryside every Tuesday and wind down with our Sound Escapes on a Friday.

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676 episodes
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May 21, 2019 · 25 min
15. How a lucky date led Sally Urwin to leave the city to become a farmer
Meet Sally Urwin who met a farmer on a dating website and ended up leaving her dead-end marketing job in the city to run his farm in the wilds of Northumberland. She's written a book about her experiences and reveals the big challenges she's ...
May 14, 2019 · 32 min
14. In search of King Arthur's England – with military historian Jim Storr
Following on episode 1's walk on the mysterious Wansdyke in Wiltshire, we talk to military historian Jim Storr, author of King Arthur's Wars, to discuss his intriguing theory as to why England is criss-crossed with ancient linear earthworks. ...
May 7, 2019 · 35 min
13. Explore a mysterious ancient site in Wiltshire – plus amazing spring birdsong
Roam the woods and downs of ancient Wiltshire in search of the Wansdyke – the Hadrian's Wall of southern England dug in Arthurian times to defend the south west from Saxon attackers. Plus enjoy glorious birdsong and butterflies as spring truly eme...
Apr 16, 2019 · 36 min
12. Listen to how nature and the countryside heals body and mind
Artist and naturalist Emma Mitchell talks about how she uses natural materials and inspiration from walks in the countryside to craft beautiful things. She also highlights the powerful healing power of nature for mental and physical health issues. Find...
Apr 9, 2019 · 31 min
11. Pilgrimages and parish churches – a podcast for Easter with Dr Emma Wells
This Easter, medieval historian Dr Emma Wells discusses great historic walks across the countryside: pilgrimages to holy sites and how we can follow these amazing journeys today. Plus she talks about the enduring value of visiting parish churches when ...
Apr 2, 2019 · 27 min
10. Nick Baker tackles big rural issues plus shares his love of swifts and scones
TV naturalist Nick Baker talks about the best and worst things he's seen in the British countryside – plus he tackles the town versus country debate, celebrates the wonder of swifts and discusses the BIG scone question: jam or cream first… And the...
Mar 26, 2019 · 22 min
9. Naturalist Nick Baker on sharks, rural heroes and which animal he'd like to be! Part 2 of 3
Part two of our hugely entertaining discussion with TV naturalist Nick Baker. In this episode, he talks about which British animal he'd like to be, his rural heroes and an extraordinary encounter with the world's second largest fish – plus so...
Mar 19, 2019 · 24 min
8. Nick Baker talks countryside, wildlife and favourite music part 1 of 3
A joyful chat with TV naturalist Nick Baker about the wonders of wildlife, his connections with the countryside and favourite things to do outside. This is part one of three chats with Nick – all are unmissable treats.And to find walks, holidays and i...
Mar 12, 2019 · 40 min
7. Meet owls and wild geese in the wilds of Lancashire's Ribble Estuary
Enjoy a late winter wander through the Ribble Estuary National Nature Reserve taking in RSPB Hesketh Out Marsh and Marshside reserves and enjoy the evocative calls and songs of waders, wildfowl and even an owl. And to find more countryside walks, great...
Mar 5, 2019 · 29 min
6. Roam the magical marshes of the Gwent Levels – with surprise wildlife encounters
Explore the watery wonders of South Wales and roam the wildflower-rich meadows in the company of Gwent Wildlife Trust. Plus, hear about a major threat to the Levels from a proposed M4 relief road. We also hear from the Welsh Government on why they want...
Feb 26, 2019 · 31 min
5. Rewilding is vital for our wildlife AND good for farmers says Alastair Driver of Rewilding Britain
Our natural world is in trouble and Rewilding Britain's Alastair Driver of Rewilding Britain argues that we must recreate wildlife-rich habitats on a huge scale and reintroduce lost species – and that this will be good for landowners and ...
Feb 19, 2019 · 28 min
4. Farmer Dafydd Morris Jones argues against rewilding his native Cambrian Mountains.
Rewilding the countryside by restoring habitats and reintroducing key species is seen by many conservationists as the best way to restore Britain's depleted nature – but not everyone is happy with the idea. Sheep farmer Dafydd Morris Jones argues ...
Feb 12, 2019 · 36 min
3. She sings to sheep! Meet the sheep-farming opera singer Gwawr Edwards
As lambing season approaches, acclaimed soprano Gwawr Edwards talks about growing up on farm in the Welsh hills and how she practises by singing to the sheep – plus she sings a Puccini aria! Y
Feb 5, 2019 · 17 min
2. Go birdwatching in Somerset with Mike Dilger
Head to Chew Valley Lake in north Somerset in the company of BBC naturalist and enthusiastic birder Mike Dilger in search of wildfowl and waders – and also meet his lovely Border Collie Bramble. Find out more about the wonders of the countryside and it...
Jan 29, 2019 · 40 min
1. A quest to find the real Watership Down - in Hampshire
You've seen the film and read the book, now explore the real landscapes of Watership Down. Escape with Countryfile Magazine editor Fergus Collins to the beautiful and mysterious hills of north Hampshire in search of wildlife, ancient history and v...
Sep 7, 2018 · 16 min
Exploring Britain's most beautiful river – the River Dove
Take a stroll along a Peak District river in the company of Andrew Griffiths and meet local people with a passion for protecting their local – and very famous – waterway
Aug 22, 2018 · 11 min
Discover how a great Peak District river is being restored to life
The Peak District's River Dove has been blighted by dozens of artificial weirs. Andrew Griffiths talks to local people about what can be done to bring the sparkle back to this famous trout stream
Mar 15, 2018 · 22 min
Look for the first signs of spring in Silent Valley in South Wales
Wander Silent Valley national nature reserve listening to spring birdsong and looking for other signs of the new season with Countryfile Magazine's Fergus Collins and Rebecca Ward from the Gwent Wildlife Trust
Nov 13, 2017 · 21 min
"How a tick bite changed my life," reveals England rugby legend Matt Dawson
England rugby world cup winner Matt Dawson talks to editor Fergus Collins about how he contracted lyme disease from a tick – and the drastic effect on his health. Photo by Oliver Edwards
Nov 28, 2016 · 10 min
Why woodburning stoves are better than open fires
Woodsman Vincent Thurkettle reveals why wood burning stoves are so much more efficient then open fires when you want to heat your house.