It’s that time of year again when the strawberries are out, the flags are up, and every sports fan in the country has one eye on the tennis and the other on the football. But spare a thought for the patch of grass outside your back door because with a bit of love and the right know how, your lawn could look every bit as good as Centre Court or worthy of hosting the World Cup final.

Conservationists at Chester Zoo have welcomed a rare northern giraffe - and hope he'll prove quite the catch. Kris, a lively three-year-old male, has travelled from West Midlands Safari Park to meet the zoo's resident female herd. His introduction has been carefully planned, with conservationists matching the animals based on genetics, age and temperament.

SealStop, the Yorkshire-made automatic shut-off valve designed to eliminate water waste, is now being stocked by Longacres, the UK's premier independent garden centre chain. It is the first major nationwide deal landed by the multi-award-winning device.

The nation has spoken and crowned the Peacock Britain’s Favourite Butterfly in a landmark poll. Wildlife charity Butterfly Conservation has today revealed that the colourful Peacock has beaten off fierce competition from a colourful cast of species to take the top spot as Britain’s Favourite Butterfly.

Last week was a reminder of what British summers can now look like with the first heatwave of the year. With long dry spells arriving earlier and lasting longer, it's worth thinking about how you water, because a bit of care goes a long way when the ground is baked solid, and your plants are struggling.

Northumberland National Park is marking a major milestone in 2026 as it celebrates 70 years since becoming a designated National Park.

A tree-planting project is providing a big boost to biodiversity and plant science in the North West. The Mersey Forest, Chester Zoo and the Environment Agency have created more than five hectares of new woodland in Cheshire, roughly the size of 40 Olympic swimming pools.

Wildlife charity Butterfly Conservation is today launching the first-ever vote to crown Britain’s Favourite Butterfly. From Friday 15 May - Sunday 7 June, people across the country are being asked to choose the butterfly they love most, whether that be a familiar garden visitor like the Red Admiral, Orange-tip or Holly Blue, or an elusive rarity like the aristocratic Duke of Burgundy or the mighty Purple Emperor

To mark the Trust’s 80th anniversary, Yorkshire Wildlife Trust wants to spotlight the unsung heroes of local and regional wildlife conservation. Through ten award categories, the Wildlife Hero Awards will celebrate the individuals, businesses and community groups making a real and lasting difference for wildlife. Award winners will be announced at a special ceremony during the Trust’s Annual General Meeting on Saturday 3 October at York College, and will receive a prize.

An NFU survey of farmers and land managers in Cumbria, North Yorkshire and Durham has revealed significant opposition to the reintroduction of white‑tailed eagles, with 85% of respondents against the proposal.

A new stage show all about sharks, hosted by world-renowned wildlife conservationist and TV presenter Steve Backshall, is coming to Chester Zoo this May half term.