The Guardian view on the pleasures of autumn
Editorial: It will be a difficult winter, but the natural world brings small, precious consolations
From little acorns: into the woods in search of Britain’s ancient oak trees
Seeking out the guardians of Britain’s ancient forests is a magical experience. Here’s where to find them, starting in Wiltshire
Autumn colour brings joy to UK’s growing band of ‘leaf peepers’
Increasing numbers of people are discovering the pleasures of the turning of the seasons
Joggers and drinkers: what a day in the life of a Leeds park tells us about modern Britain
During lockdown, parks became more important to us than ever – as gyms, pubs and nightclubs. From dawn to dusk at Woodhouse Moor, I found out why they are so essential now
Walking in an autumn wonderland: how I found awe in deepest Surrey
A scientific study shows the benefits of feeling small in the grand scheme of things. An ‘awe walk’ on Surrey’s Leith Hill helped one sceptic see the light
10 awe-inspiring walks around the UK
Scientists found weekly ‘awe walks’ led to more positive emotions among study participants - here are some of the nation’s most wondrous locations
Turn up the heat and get a work box: nine ways to improve your home working routine
Need inspiration? Follow these tips on working from home for the long haul
We’ve got to start thinking beyond our own lifespans if we’re going to avoid extinction
Short-term analysis of ways to save society, and indeed humanity, is useless
My idea of happiness? A strimmer and a bramble-choked path
Someone needs to clean up Britain’s overgrown footpaths – and it might as well be me
Ditch the gloves, buy a litter-picker, but don’t carshare! How to be eco-friendly in a pandemic
Can you wash your disposable mask at 20C – and should we still be going for reusable coffee cups? Experts answer your environmental dilemmas