The Plodcast
Episodes
34. Spend a night on a remote Shetland island listening to seabirds
29 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Naturalist James Fair heads to the island of Mousa to experience an eerie and wonderful wildlife encounter: life inside a colony of storm petrels . Th...
33. Find tranquility with a mindful autumn walk in the Forest of Dean
22 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Take a wander through the autumn glades of the RSPB's Nagshead Nature Reserve in the company of Sarah Orme from In the Moment magazine to talk about m...
32. Relax with a Cotswold wildlife ramble and hear how wind and solar may provide all of the UK's future energy needs
15 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Take an autumnal ramble with Simon Pickering, naturalist and ecological advisor to the green energy company Ecotricity. As we wander through restored ...
31. Take a woodland walk to learn bushcraft, tracking and survival skills in the National Forest
08 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Take a fascinating woodland walk with Lisa Fenton, a tracker, forager and bushcraft expert who can read the stories of a woodland. Here she talks to o...
30. Explore Bear Wood near Bristol, where wolves, lynx AND bears roam an ancient woodland
01 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Bear Wood, part of Bristol's Wild Place is the location of a surprising new project where bears, wolves, lynx and wolverines will be allowed to roam f...
29. Find inner calm with green woodworker Peter Wood in the National Forest
24 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Peter Wood creates beautiful furniture from natural materials using traditional skills and tools. Our own Eleanor Rosamund Barraclough joins him at th...
28. Meet the local vicar who saved the town of Whaley Bridge from a bursting dam
17 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In early August, storms and exceptionally heavy rain overloaded a reservoir about the town of Whaley Bridge in Derbyshire – but it was the local vic...
27. Digging for ancient relics in the mountains of West Wales
10 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Come with us to the Cambrian Mountains in Ceredigion in West Wales to the ruined Cistercian abbey of Strata Florida. Here locals historians are settin...
26. Can we manage our woodlands without machines? Meet the horse-logger and his four-legged sidekick
03 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Stuart Freeman and his horse Breeze work closely together to manage woodlands where big machines are impractical or cause too much damage. It's a char...
25. Enter the mysterious world of the river with film-maker Jack Perks
27 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Jack Perks is the first man to film or photograph every one of the UK's 54 species of freshwater fish. In this episode, we go fish watching with him o...
Season 3 is coming: trailer!
20 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Listen out for the start of season 3 on 27 August. Here's a quick taste of what to expect… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati...
24. A delightful chat with comedian Paul Whitehouse about his new fishing series with Bob Mortimer
23 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Gone Fishing with Mortimer and Whitehouse was a surprise hit in 2017 – and now they're back for a second series to discuss life, death… and fish. ...
23. Discover the glorious sounds of an English summer on Martin Down in Hampshire
16 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Is Martin Down on the Hampshire, Wiltshire, Dorset border the best nature reserve in England for spring and summer wildlife? Editor Fergus Collins thi...
22. Exploring the beaches of north Somerset and tackling the menace of litter
09 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The Countryfile Magazine team head out to the coast at Clevedon in North Somerset to tackle the menace of litter and help launch the litter heroes cam...
21. Take a Lake District walk with Dave Willis to discover the art of outdoors photography
02 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
High on a Lake District peak, outdoors photographer Dave Willis discusses what makes a great photograph, tips for improving your own shots of the coun...
20. In search of the lake monster of Llangorse in the Brecon Beacons
25 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Surrounded by mountains, woods and meadows, Llangorse is Wales' most beautiful natural lake – but do its depths hide a secret? Fergus Collins goes ...
19. Discover tasty treats to forage from the hedgerow. Part 2 of our foraging special with Adele Nozedar
18 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 of Adele Nozedar's wise and wonderful foraging walk in the Brecon Beacons in Monmouthshire. Learn the edible and medicinal uses of many common ...
18. A brilliant day's foraging in Monmouthshire with naturalist Adele Nozedar: Part 1
11 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Adele Nozedar shares wonderful stories and wisdom about edible wild plants while wondering through a Monmouthshire meadow. This is part one of a joyfu...
17. Wander a Gloucestershire wood at night in search of nightingales
04 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Take a night-time nature ramble through a Gloucestershire woodland in the company of Countryfile Magazine editor Fergus Collins and wildlife-writer Ja...
16. Why our National Parks desperately need more wildlife
28 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Hall from the charity Campaign For National Parks says our most famous protected areas aren't doing enough for nature. He reveals a plan for ho...
15. How a lucky date led Sally Urwin to leave the city to become a farmer
21 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 Nort...
14. In search of King Arthur's England – with military historian Jim Storr
14 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 discu...
13. Explore a mysterious ancient site in Wiltshire – plus amazing spring birdsong
07 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 th...
12. Listen to how nature and the countryside heals body and mind
16 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Artist and naturalist Emma Mitchell talks about how she uses natural materials and inspiration from walks in the countryside to craft beautiful things...
11. Pilgrimages and parish churches – a podcast for Easter with Dr Emma Wells
09 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This Easter, medieval historian Dr Emma Wells discusses great historic walks across the countryside: pilgrimages to holy sites and how we can follow t...
10. Nick Baker tackles big rural issues plus shares his love of swifts and scones
02 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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...
9. Naturalist Nick Baker on sharks, rural heroes and which animal he'd like to be! Part 2 of 3
26 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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, hi...
8. Nick Baker talks countryside, wildlife and favourite music part 1 of 3
19 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
A joyful chat with TV naturalist Nick Baker about the wonders of wildlife, his connections with the countryside and favourite things to do outside. Th...
7. Meet owls and wild geese in the wilds of Lancashire's Ribble Estuary
12 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Enjoy a late winter wander through the Ribble Estuary National Nature Reserve taking in RSPB Hesketh Out Marsh and Marshside reserves and enjoy the ev...
6. Roam the magical marshes of the Gwent Levels – with surprise wildlife encounters
05 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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...
5. Rewilding is vital for our wildlife AND good for farmers says Alastair Driver of Rewilding Britain
26 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
4. Farmer Dafydd Morris Jones argues against rewilding his native Cambrian Mountains.
19 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Rewilding the countryside by restoring habitats and reintroducing key species is seen by many conservationists as the best way to restore Britain's de...
3. She sings to sheep! Meet the sheep-farming opera singer Gwawr Edwards
12 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 th...
2. Go birdwatching in Somerset with Mike Dilger
05 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 – a...
1. A quest to find the real Watership Down - in Hampshire
29 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...
Exploring Britain's most beautiful river – the River Dove
07 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
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 v...
Discover how a great Peak District river is being restored to life
22 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Look for the first signs of spring in Silent Valley in South Wales
15 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Wander Silent Valley national nature reserve listening to spring birdsong and looking for other signs of the new season with Countryfile Magazine's Fe...
"How a tick bite changed my life," reveals England rugby legend Matt Dawson
13 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Why woodburning stoves are better than open fires
28 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Woodsman Vincent Thurkettle reveals why wood burning stoves are so much more efficient then open fires when you want to heat your house. Hosted on Aca...
Which firewood is best to use in a domestic fire or stove?
28 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Forester and wood fire expert Vincent Thurkettle reveals the best wood species for using in a domestic fire Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...
TV naturalist Mike Dilger on his new book Nightingales In November
16 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Naturalist and One Show regular Mike Dilger talks about his new book – and all things wild and beautiful – with Countryfile Magazine editor Fergus...
Let's talk about Britain's woodlands – with forester Vincent Thurkettle
20 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Woodsman Vincent Thurkettle talks about Britain's woodlands in the 21st century with editor Fergus Collins. To find out more, visit www.countryfile.co...
Enjoy a chat with bushcraft expert Ray Mears
19 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we hear from bushcraft expert, survivalist, author and TV presenter Ray Mears . To find out more, visit www.countryfile.com Hosted on ...
Search for the earliest signs of spring in the Brecon Beacons
03 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Search for the earliest signs of spring in the Brecon Beacons with BBC Countryfile Magazine editor Fergus Collins. To find out more, visit www.country...
Enjoy a glorious dawn chorus in the Brecon Beacons
05 Jun 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Find it hard to get up to listen to the dawn chorus? Then follow editor Fergus Collins on a three-hour walk listening to birdsong on the Blorenge Moun...
How to get the family out into the countryside – plus rural news stories
14 Mar 2014
Contributed by Lukas
The BBC Countryfile Magazine team talk about their March 2014 issue, the latest rural news stories and ideas for getting the whole family out and abou...
Springwatch presenter Martin Hughes Games reveals behind the scenes secrets
01 Jun 2012
Contributed by Lukas
BBC Springwatch presenter Martin Hughes Games joins editor Fergus and the team in the studio, to talk about the secret life of rabbits, how bats have ...
Countryfile's Matt Baker talks sheepdogs and Jules Hudson learns ancient skills
03 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
This month, Countryfile’s Matt Baker talks about his bizarre methods for training sheepdogs, fellow presenter Jules Hudson learns prehistoric skills...
Jules Hudson explores the Preseli Hills, plus the art of wassailing
17 Jan 2011
Contributed by Lukas
This month Countryfile’s Jules Hudson discovers a new way of walking and an ancient landscape in Pembrokeshire’s Preseli Hills, while BBC Radio Gl...
Join a pub quiz and visit the Somerset Levels to see dancing starlings
01 Dec 2010
Contributed by Lukas
This month the team challenge you to the Countryfile Magazine Pub Quiz, while editor Fergus goes in search of one of Britain’s most breathtaking win...
Discover Britain's most romantic ruins and roam the Yorkshire Wolds
22 Oct 2010
Contributed by Lukas
This month the team challenge you to find Britain’s most romantic ruin and discuss the ones that got away, while editor Fergus explores a magical ma...
Countryfile Magazine: Waterways special
05 Oct 2010
Contributed by Lukas
The team discuss Britain’s most enticing waterways and riverside experiences. A fly fishing expert shares tips on how to catch grayling and trout on...
Discover a year in the life of a gamekeeper
09 Aug 2010
Contributed by Lukas
This month the team discuss extreme challenges verses leisurely British breaks and pick their favourite features from the August issue, from Daphne du...
Explore the mysterious Marlborough Downs in Wiltshire
24 Mar 2010
Contributed by Lukas
This month, the team discuss the brand new Easter issue of Countryfile magazine and magazine editor Fergus heads out into rural Wiltshire to explore t...
Talking about how BBC Countryfile Magazine helps you explore the British countryside
10 Feb 2010
Contributed by Lukas
It's a return of the Countryfile Magazine podcast as we celebrate the 400th Countryfile Magazine route card. To find out more, visit www.countryfile.c...