As temperatures hit 46C, a CFA volunteer's home was destroyed in the Longwood fire. Exhausted and blistered, he returned to the truck to help others. Read the full story of resilience.
Ahead of her final European tour, country music icon Emmylou Harris, 78, reflects on her six-decade career, the profound influence of Gram Parsons, and why she has no plans to stop singing. Read the exclusive interview.
Marking 75 years since his first column, we explore the life and legacy of Harry Griffin, the Guardian's longest-serving Country Diarist, who chronicled the Lake District for over half a century.
Beat the January blues at these six stunning UK country house hotels, each offering spa facilities and rooms for under £160 per night. Perfect for a post-festive reset.
Travelodge has launched a 'Best Price Finder' tool that compares prices across dates and locations, revealing huge savings. Discover how to cut your next hotel stay cost.
Labour-run Lambeth Council cancels the 2026 Lambeth Country Show, citing a £1.1m cost. Lib Dems brand the decision 'shocking', arguing it could run for £400k. Read the full story.
The Guardian invites UK children aged 8-14 to submit their winter nature observations for the Young Country Diary series. Selected writers will be published and paid. Deadline: 2 February.
Discover the contrasting luxury ski experiences in France's Les Trois Vallées, from Courchevel's vibrant Maya Hotel to the secluded Refuge de la Traye. Find your perfect Alpine escape.
A heartfelt account from Inkpen, Berkshire, on the emotional ritual of taking down Christmas decorations, blending personal memories with sustainable practices and folklore. Discover the stories behind each ornament.
From new museums and gardens to hotels and music venues, discover the nine huge projects reshaping London's landscape this year. Get the full guide.
A look back at Harry Griffin's first Guardian Country Diary from 1951, detailing how Rough Fell ewes in Westmorland dug snow holes for shelter during harsh winter weather. Discover timeless farming resilience.
A walk through Comins Coch, Ceredigion, reveals the frozen beauty and resilient wildlife in the quiet aftermath of a fierce gale. Discover the turning year among frost, catkins, and quarries.
American cross-country star Jessie Diggins clinches her third Tour de Ski title, cementing her Olympic medal favourite status ahead of her planned retirement after next season.
Aerial skier Reilly Flanagan and cross-country skier Hannah Price represent Australia's underdog spirit in a last-ditch effort to qualify for the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Games.
Exclusive data reveals the stark income required to purchase a home across London's boroughs in 2026, from £199,300 in Kensington to £59,600 in Barking.
Discover Poon's at Somerset House, Amy Poon's elegant Chinese restaurant offering light, delicate cooking in a stunning feng shui-designed space. Book now for the unmissable tofu dip.
A journalist investigates Britannia Hotels, named the UK's worst for 12 years. Discover the grim reality of windowless rooms, £10 fees, and how it compares to the best.
UK house prices fell 0.4% in December to £271,068, defying forecasts of a rise. Annual growth slowed to 0.6%, the weakest in over 18 months. Read the full analysis.
UK house prices ended 2025 on a softer note but were resilient overall, with Nationwide forecasting 2-4% growth for 2026. Discover the key market drivers and expert insights.
American cross-country skiing made history in Italy as Jessie Diggins and Gus Schumacher both won World Cup races on the same day. Read about this landmark achievement for Team USA.
House prices in London and the South East have fallen sharply, with Crawley and Brighton among the worst hit. Discover the data and the regional market divide. Read the full analysis now.
Plymouth recorded the UK's steepest house price rise in 2025 at 12.6%, as London's market stalled. Discover the hotspots and the factors driving this localised property boom.
A mother and her two young children have died in a devastating Boxing Day house fire in Gloucestershire. The father, a police officer, escaped. Read the latest on this heartbreaking tragedy.
Architecture historian Dan Cruickshank's new book explores eight English houses from 1700s-1900s, revealing the human stories within their walls. Discover the history beyond bricks and mortar.
A child has died and another is in hospital after a severe house fire in Hamstreet, Kent. Six fire engines attended the intense blaze. Read the latest updates.
A look back at the US House of Representatives' unprecedented year of censure attempts in 2025, featuring clashes over Trump, Musk, and racial slurs. Discover the political fallout.
The historic Dargo Hotel, a beloved pub in Victoria's remote High Country, is on the market. Owner reflects on two decades of running the iconic outpost. Discover its legacy and future.
The Pacific nation of Palau agrees to host up to 75 migrants from the US in a deal securing millions in American aid. Read the full details of the controversial agreement.
A Country Diary entry from Teesdale reveals the deep, clinging mud of a winter walk, a testament to the season's raw, elemental beauty in the UK countryside. Discover the sights and sounds.
London house prices are falling in half its boroughs, with prime areas like Kensington hit hardest. Discover the data and political drivers behind the capital's property divide.