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1 APR

Toad Patrol | The Perilous Path

As winter turns to spring , toads, frogs and newts across Britain begin their annual journey, making their way back to the ponds where they breed. For many, that journey means crossing busy roads and not all of them make it to the other side. In this episode of Wild Tales, we spend the night with the Charlcombe Lane Toad Patrol, discovering the dedication and determination it takes to give these remarkable animals a fighting chance. [Ad] Wild Tales is sponsored by Cotswold Outdoor, your outside retailer and epic guides to adventure. Quick breathers, calming walks or heart-pounding hikes. We feel better when we get out more. Find quality kit and 50 years of outdoor wisdom. Plus, supporters save 15% in-store and online. Feel in your element, in the elements, at Cotswold Outdoor. https://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/ Production: Narrator: Rosie Holdsworth Producer and sound designer: Nikki Ruck photo courtesy : Charlcombe Toad Rescue Group With thanks to Mike Collins, Sheila Gundry, Lance, Lucy and Angela from the Charlcombe Lane Toad Group Discover more: https://www.froglife.org/what-we-do/toads-on-roads/how-to-become-a-toad-patroller/

1 Apr

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16 min
14/10/2024

Mountain Rescue

The Wildlifers must navigate the snowy peaks of the mighty Ben Nevis, the UK’s highest mountain.Golden Eagle has called for the gang’s help to find a mystery hiker who’s gotten themselves stuck. Ranger Rae, Apprentice Roxy, Deer and Bat are on the case.Ben Nevis is home to unique characters, like Mountain Hare, who camouflages themselves against the snow and has a disconcerting habit of popping up unannounced.Bat gets the ride of his life on the back of his new friend Eagle to locate the hiker. He just needs to stay awake long enough in the daytime to make the mission a succezzzzzz...ProductionArtwork: (c) Becka MoorCast:Ranger Rae: Katy SchutteRoxy: Leila HallDeer / Wildcat: Hannah PlattsBeaver / Bat: Lloydie James LloydExpedition Eddie: Adam HodgsonOther characters played by members of the ensemble.Writer: Aidan FitzmauriceSound design: Chris StevensEditing: Adam StonerProducers: Lloydie James Lloyd & Adam StonerRanger Rae and the Wildlifers is a podcast from the National Trust, produced by Fun Kids Radio.Discover more for parents and guardiansVisit the National Trust's Kids' Podcast websitenationaltrust.org.uk/kids-podcast Discover more from Fun Kids Radio www.funkidslive.comBe inspired with '50 things to do before you're 11 and 3/4'nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/50-things Find out more about Ben Nevisbennevis.co.ukRead about mountain walks with the National Trustnationaltrust.org.uk/visit/walking/hill-mountain-walks Follow the National Trust Podcast, our podcast for grown ups. Discover immersive tales of nature, history and adventurepodfollow.com/national-trust-podcast

14/10/2024

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14 min
14/10/2024

Puffin Panic

Puffin calls the Wildlifers for help when an unwelcome visitor, an escaped pet rat, is causing chaos on the remote Farne Islands in the North Sea. Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers are in a race against time to catch the rat and return it to its owner before it can cause any problems for the seabirds.Luckily, the Wildlifers each have amazing adaptations to help them on their quests to help people and animals in trouble in the natural world.Beaver is an engineering genius, but can he keep his pride at bay? Meanwhile pristine predator Wildcat tries to resist her natural taste for rodents.Joining the adventure is 12-year-old Apprentice Roxy. She’s on a personal mission to achieve her dream of becoming a real Ranger and to be able to talk to animals.Discover the first adventure a new series of Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers.Discover moreVisit the National Trust's Kids' Podcast website. And download a PDF activity sheet at the bottom of the webpage under "Outdoor activity sheet for kids".nationaltrust.org.uk/kids-podcastProductionArtwork: (c) Becka MoorCast:Ranger Rae: Katy SchutteRoxy: Leila HallDeer / Wildcat: Hannah PlattsBeaver / Bat: Lloydie James LloydExpedition Eddie: Adam HodgsonOther characters played by members of the ensemble.Writer: Aidan FitzmauriceSound design: Chris StevensEditing: Adam StonerProducers: Lloydie James Lloyd & Adam StonerRanger Rae and the Wildlifers is a podcast from the National Trust, produced by Fun Kids Radio.Ideas and resources for the grownups Discover more from Fun Kids Radiowww.funkidslive.comBe inspired with '50 things to do before you're 11 and 3/4'nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/50-things Find out about visiting the Farne Islandsnationaltrust.org.uk/visit/north-east/farne-islands Read our guide to puffinsnationaltrust.org.uk/discover/nature/wildlife/our-guide-to-puffins

14/10/2024

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16 min
14/10/2024

The Mystery of the Giant Bat

Something strange is happening at Henrhyd Falls. The local animals are reporting a species that’s never seen before. A giant bat? And it’s scaring everyone away from the caves.The Wildlifers are on the trail of this odd monster. But as Ranger Rae, Fox and Bat wind through the waterfalls and begin to piece clues together, things get even weirder than they first seemed.Can you crack the case with the Wildlifers? What, or who is the mystery Giant Bat? Here’s a clue: Henrhyd Falls featured in a certain film about bats. But not the small flying mammal kind…ProductionArtwork: (c) Becka MoorCast:Ranger Rae: Katy SchutteRoxy: Leila HallDeer / Wildcat: Hannah PlattsBeaver / Bat: Lloydie James LloydExpedition Eddie: Adam HodgsonOther characters played by members of the ensemble.Writer: Aidan FitzmauriceSound design: Chris StevensEditing: Adam StonerProducers: Lloydie James Lloyd & Adam StonerRanger Rae and the Wildlifers is a podcast from the National Trust, produced by Fun Kids Radio.Ideas and resources for the grows ups Discover more from Fun Kids Radio www.funkidslive.comBe inspired with '50 things to do before you're 11 and 3/4'nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/50-things Find out about visiting Henrhyd Falls and the Nant Llech river valley in South Wales nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wales/bannau-brycheiniog-brecon-beacons/henrhyd-falls-and-nant-llech-walk Learn more about UK wildlife nationaltrust.org.uk/discover/nature/wildlife Follow the National Trust Podcast, our podcast for grown ups. Discover immersive tales of nature, history and adventurepodfollow.com/national-trust-podcast

14/10/2024

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15 min
14/10/2024

The Pond Thief

Frogs and toads are surprisingly different. For example, lots of people don’t know that frogs hop while toads crawl.But now Frog and Toad have the same problem – precious frogspawn has been vanishing from under their noses and their pond is under threat.Ranger Rae, Apprentice Roxy, Beaver and Dragonfly try to solve a slippery mystery at Bystock Pools. Who’s been taking the frogspawn, and why? ProductionArtwork: (c) Becka MoorCast:Ranger Rae: Katy SchutteRoxy: Leila HallDeer / Wildcat: Hannah PlattsBeaver / Bat: Lloydie James LloydExpedition Eddie: Adam HodgsonOther characters played by members of the ensemble.Writer: Aidan FitzmauriceSound design: Chris StevensEditing: Adam StonerProducers: Lloydie James Lloyd & Adam StonerRanger Rae and the Wildlifers is a podcast from the National Trust, produced by Fun Kids Radio.Ideas and resources for the grownups Visit the National Trust's Kids' Podcast websitenationaltrust.org.uk/kids-podcast Discover more from Fun Kids Radio www.funkidslive.com/Be inspired with '50 things to do before you're 11 and 3/4'www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/50-things Find out about visiting Bystock Pools www.devonwildlifetrust.org/nature-reserves/bystock-poolsLearn about UK wildlife www.nationaltrust.org.uk/discover/nature/wildlife Follow the National Trust Podcast, our podcast for grown ups. Discover immersive tales of nature, history and adventurepodfollow.com/national-trust-podcast

14/10/2024

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13 min
01/12/2016

National Trust Gardens Podcast | Sissinghurst

Enjoy these classic episodes from our pilot series. For deeper dives into history, nature and adventure be sure to check out our most recent episodes.Alan Power visits Sissinghurst Castle Garden in Kent, previously home to poet and novelist Vita Sackville-West and her husband, politician Harold Nicolson.Working from ruins, the couple’s personalities collided and combined to create this dramatic, world-renowned garden. It comes complete with 300 varieties of rose, an area that’s planted to sparkle at twilight, and a castle tower with views to take your breath away. Discover moreFor information about visiting Sissinghurst please visithttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/kent/sissinghurst-castle-gardenPlants Mentioned Sweet chestnut coppice woodland – Castanea sativa Azalea mollis The Himalayan blue poppy – Meconopsis betonicifolia Polyanthus – various Pleached lime trees - Tilia platyphyllos ‘Rubra’ Fritillaria imperialis Tulips – various Narcissus – various Alba rose – various Bourbon rose – Mme. Lauriol de Barny, Souvenir de la Malmaison Centifolia rose – various Damask rose – various Gallica rose – Tuscany Superb, Cardinal de Richelieu, Belle de Crécy Moss rose – Général Kléber Peony Iris Eremurus – various Phlox paniculata 'David' Follow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at podcasts@nationaltrust.org.uk

01/12/2016

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24 min
22/10/2025

Squirrel Squabble

Red Squirrel has lost his acorns. And he’s pointing the claw at Grey Squirrel, his age-old nemesis. Beaver, Fox, Ranger Rae, Roxy and a mysterious Pine Marten are on the case at Tollymore Forest Park. But will they be able to restore peace to the woods and the animals who live there? Watching on Spotify?If you're watching the video on Spotify, comment when you see Beaver and we'll give you a special Wildlifers 'Awoooo'. ProductionRanger Rae and the Wildlifers is a podcast from the National Trust, produced by Fun Kids Radio.Artwork: (c) Becka MoorCast:Ranger Rae: Katy SchutteRoxy: Leila HallDeer / Wildcat: Hannah PlattsBeaver / Bat: Lloydie James LloydExpedition Eddie: Adam HodgsonLuca: Stephen LeeAll other characters played by members of the ensemble.Writer: Aidan FitzmauriceSound design: Chris StevensEditing: Adam StonerProducers: Lloydie James Lloyd & Adam Stoner Ideas and resources for the grownups Explore Tollymore Forest Park in Northern Irelandhttps://www.ireland.com/en-gb/destinations/regions/tollymore-forest-park/ Find places in Northern Ireland looked after by the National Trusthttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/northern-ireland Visit the National Trust's Kids' Podcast websitenationaltrust.org.uk/kids-podcastDiscover more from Fun Kids Radiowww.funkidslive.com/Be inspired with '50 things to do before you're 11 and 3/4'www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/50-thingsLearn about UK wildlifewww.nationaltrust.org.uk/discover/nature/wildlife

22/10/2025

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13 min
14/10/2024

I’m Not Lichen This

Who knew that there are rainforests in the UK?The Wildlifers’ wits are tested when they try to catch a green-fingered thief in Borrowdale Rainforest in the Lake District. Someone has been stealing lichen, a strange plant life form that’s made of fungus and algae, and is essential for forest life.While the gang are solving the puzzle, they meet a local, Cuckoo. But there’s something a bit strange about this bird. Can they trust Cuckoo or will their feathered friend land them in trouble? ProductionArtwork: (c) Becka MoorCast:Ranger Rae: Katy SchutteRoxy: Leila HallDeer / Wildcat: Hannah PlattsBeaver / Bat: Lloydie James LloydExpedition Eddie: Adam HodgsonOther characters played by members of the ensemble.Writer: Aidan FitzmauriceSound design: Chris StevensEditing: Adam StonerProducers: Lloydie James Lloyd & Adam StonerRanger Rae and the Wildlifers is a podcast from the National Trust, produced by Fun Kids Radio.Ideas and resources for the grownups Discover more from Fun Kids Radio www.funkidslive.comBe inspired with '50 things to do before you're 11 and 3/4'nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/50-things Find out about visiting Borrowdale Rainforestnationaltrust.org.uk/visit/lake-district/borrowdale-and-derwent-water/borrowdale-nnrLearn more about UK wildlifenationaltrust.org.uk/discover/nature/wildlife Follow the National Trust Podcast, our podcast for grown ups. Discover immersive tales of nature, history and adventurepodfollow.com/national-trust-podcast

14/10/2024

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13 min
31/08/2017

Gardens of the National Trust | Stowe

Stowe is the home of unbroken views and ornate temples inside a Capability Brown inspired landscape. In this episode we dig into the past to understand the people and the politics that have given Stowe its distinctive style and character.Discover moreFor information about visiting Stowe please visithttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/oxfordshire-buckinghamshire-berkshire/stowe-gardensFollow the National Trust Podcast on your favourite podcast app. If you'd like to get in touch with feedback, or have a story connected with the National Trust, you can contact us at podcasts@nationaltrust.org.uk

31/08/2017

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23 min
14/10/2024

Roxy’s City Odyssey

After all her adventures, Apprentice Roxy’s back home in the city.She’s still not a proper ranger yet and is worried she’ll never be able to talk to animals.And to make it even worse, a rogue magpie has stolen her precious honorary Wildlifer badge.Roxy decides she’ll get the badge back all on her own. But during her quest, she keeps getting distracted by all the city wildlife that needs her help.Does Roxy have what it takes to become a true Ranger?Find out in the series finale of Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers. ProductionArtwork: (c) Becka MoorCast:Ranger Rae: Katy SchutteRoxy: Leila HallDeer / Wildcat: Hannah PlattsBeaver / Bat: Lloydie James LloydExpedition Eddie: Adam HodgsonOther characters played by members of the ensemble.Writer: Aidan FitzmauriceSound design: Chris StevensEditing: Adam StonerProducers: Lloydie James Lloyd & Adam StonerRanger Rae and the Wildlifers is a podcast from the National Trust, produced by Fun Kids Radio.Ideas and resources for the grownups Discover more from Fun Kids Radio www.funkidslive.com/Be inspired with '50 things to do before you're 11 and 3/4'www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/50-things Learn more about UK wildlife www.nationaltrust.org.uk/discover/nature/wildlife Follow the National Trust Podcast, our podcast for grown ups. Discover immersive tales of nature, history and adventurepodfollow.com/national-trust-podcast

14/10/2024

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14 min

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Toad Patrol | The Perilous Path

Mountain Rescue

Puffin Panic

The Mystery of the Giant Bat

The Pond Thief

National Trust Gardens Podcast | Sissinghurst

Squirrel Squabble

I’m Not Lichen This

Gardens of the National Trust | Stowe

Roxy’s City Odyssey

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