Rural life3 days ago'Delight' as bank plans to reinstate cheque depositsAnnabel Yates from Cornwall says she feels her voice has been heard by Lloyds Bank.3 days ago5 days agoWoman had five-year wait for affordable rural homeAbbie Barton says she was lucky to find a home in Brockham, but warns others are being priced out.5 days ago30 Jun 2026Sale halted of farm in landscape that inspired NarniaA charity has reversed a decision to sell the Herefordshire farm, said to have inspired CS Lewis.30 Jun 202629 May 2026Young farmers compete for best straw sculptureThe displays are designed to spread the word about a traditional county show, say organisers.29 May 20265 May 2026'Our village minibus is a lifeline'A volunteer-run minibus service has served the village since the 1980s.5 May 202616 Apr 2026Can rural communities survive without young people? Nearly 50 small primary schools in County Tyrone have closed their doors over the last 20 years.16 Apr 202615 Apr 2026Community shop 'much more than a can of beans'A group of volunteers in Oxfordshire is looking to set-up a network of community-run shops across the region.15 Apr 20261 Apr 2026BBC Scotland's Landward marks its 50th anniversaryThe popular rural affairs television programme first aired in April 1976.1 Apr 202626 Mar 2026Trail hunt ban moves closer as consultation beginsAnimal welfare campaigners welcome a "pivotal moment" in the move towards a ban on trail hunting.26 Mar 2026...
