NEWS
Partial solar eclipse
A partial solar eclipse took place early Tuesday morning when the moon passed across the sun, obscuring a large percentage of it from view. Visible throughout North Africa and most of Europe the eclipse could be seen in Britain from Sunrise and lasted until around 9.30am. The high cloud coverage did, however prevent some people from catching a glimpse, however many did observe the noticeably darker morning.
Earthquake in Northern England
An earthquake measuring 3.6-magnitude struck Ripon, North Yorkshire at around 2100 on Monday evening. People across Yorkshire and Cumbria reported minor tremors, although no damage has been reported. The quake is the second to hit England in a matter of weeks.
Britain’s rivers cleanest for decades
Rivers in England and Wales have been the cleanest over the past decade, helping many species. The Environment Agency has reported a high return of otters to all regions and record numbers of salmon and sea trout found in the Mersey, Tyne and Thames. There has also been a huge return in numbers of the water vole, since its decline in the 1990s.
Protest over Forest of Dean selloff
More that 3,000 people turned up at a rally within the Forest of Dean on Monday in response to the coalition’s proposed sale of all Forestry Commission land in England. Organised by the campaign group Hands Off Our Forests, the protest aimed to protect the 650,000-acre Forestry Commission estate in England from being sold to private developers.
EVENTS
Dinefwr Park and Castle walks, Carmarthenshire, Wednesday and Sundays throughout the year.
Join one of the wardens at Dinefwr castle and experience the spectacular parkland on the numerous informative walks. Themed specifically to the time of year, the walks make sure you get the most out of the local wildlife, plants, trees and views. Children over 7 with adult supervision are welcome. Make sure to wear suitable footwear and dress accordingly to the weather. Available between 1 and 2.30 pm every Wednesday and Sunday of the year, the walks are free, although normal admission charges apply. For further information call 01558 824512 / 01558 823902
Fountains Abbey tour, North Yorkshire, Weekends, 8 January till 6 February
Take a tour around Fountains Abbey and the Studley Royal Water Garden whilst listening to fascinating stories and facts about the Abbey and monks. Available on weekends between 1.30pm and 3pm. Entrance to the Abbey and the grounds costs £9 for adults and £4.85 for children whilst English Heritage members go free. The tour itself is included in the price of admission. For more information call 01765 608888.
New Year walk round Stonehenge, 9 January
Burn off those Christmas pounds with a six-mile walk around Stonehenge and the surrounding landscape. Discover the astonishing Stone Age site, taking in numerous Neolithic locations including the Stonehenge Cursus and the Durrington Walls. Make sure to wrap up warm and wear suitable footwear. Available between 11am and 3pm on the 9 January. Tickets cost £5 for adults whilst accompanied children are free. Dogs on leads welcome. Advance booking is essential. Phone 01980 664780 for more information.
Explore Hadrian’s Wall and Housesteads Fort, 9 January
Go snowshoeing around Hadrian Wall Country, experiencing the iconic landscape, just as the Romans would have. Along the walk you will visit the Housesteads Fort, the best preserved of the sixteen permanent bases along the iconic wall as well as taking part in numerous activities, including building your own snow shelters. Walking boots are necessary (so the snowshoes can be strapped on). Children over five welcome, however you must have an adult shoe size of 3 or more to join in with the snowshoeing. Tickets cost National Trust Members £10 for Adults and £5 for Children, whilst non-member tickets cost £14 for adults and £8 for Children. Booking is essential. Contact Housesteads Farm on 01434 344314.
Winter Roast and Roam at Bodiam Castle, East Sussex, Every Sunday until 6 February
Gain a guided tour from one of the ‘Medieval Castle Characters’ at Bodiam Castle, East Sussex, experiencing the historical castle and its spectacular grounds, before tucking into a two-course roast lunch within the Castle’s Terrace Room. Available between 11:30am and 2:30pm every Sunday until the 6 February. Tickets cost £25 per person. Due to its popularity, it is advised you should book. For more details and to book, phone 01580 830074.
http://www.countryfile.com/feature/country-matters/news-and-events-3-9-january-0
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