Wild Tales | Nature Podcast
National Trust
Delve into intriguing stories from our weird, wonderful and utterly wild world. You'll experience nature in a whole new way, from untangling the strange world of spider sex and digging up the greatest fossil finds, to meeting mysterious ocean giants and finding out why there’s no such thing as a seagull. Join experts Rosie Holdsworth, Ajay Tegala and Heather Birkett on adventures in the UK’s diverse habitats and uncover fascinating tales that connect us with wildlife. New Wild Tales are released twice a month. Follow us on your favourite podcast app and never miss an episode. Get in touch with feedback and your favourite topics on instagram https://www.instagram.com/wildtalesnt or by emailing [email protected] Discover more from National Trust podcasts This podcast is made by the National Trust, Europe’s biggest conservation charity. Looking after history, nature and beauty for everyone to enjoy. Listen to Back When history podcast, taking you inside stories of our past: https://podfollow.com/back-when Discover Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers, perfect for kids aged 5-8: https://podfollow.com/national-trust-kids-podcast Follow National Trust podcasts on Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/@nationaltrustcharity/podcasts
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Shaw on Stage | George Bernard Shaw
Wild Tales | Nature Podcast
12/21/17 • 6 min
During his life George Bernard Shaw wrote numerous high acclaimed plays including Heartbreak House, Pygmalion and the Millionairess.
In this mini episode we meet Evelyn Ellis, a key member of the Shaw Society, a group celebrating the work of George Bernard Shaw with performances at the playwright's country home in Hertfordshire.Discover more
For information about exploring Shaw's Corner please visit
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/essex-bedfordshire-hertfordshire/shaws-corner
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 [email protected]
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Shape Shifting Dunes | The Sands of Time
Wild Tales | Nature Podcast
12/07/17 • 6 min
Every year the sand dunes at Formby move and change with nature. When they do they can uncover secrets from the past that have lain hidden and lost to the sands of time.
Join Kate on her home turf as she reveals some of the discoveries in Formby’s shape shifting dunes.Discover more
For information about visiting Formby please visit
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/liverpool-lancashire/formby
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 [email protected]
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Sycamore Gap | One Year On
Wild Tales | Nature Podcast
09/27/24 • 26 min
On September 27th 2023, the famous Sycamore Gap tree in Northumberland was felled overnight in an act of vandalism, triggering a far-reaching wave of shock and sorrow.
Join Heather Birkett as she goes behind the scenes to explore the enduring impact of this beloved landmark, the aftermath of its loss, and the community’s efforts to preserve its memory.
A video version of this podcast is available on YouTube and Spotify. To watch it on YouTube please click here.
Production
Host: Heather Birkett
Producers: Nikki Ruck, Katy Kelly, Pippa Tilbury-Harris
Sound Design: Nikki Ruck
Contributors
Luke Straszewski: NT RangerAndrew Poad: NT General Manager Northumberland Coast & Hadrian's Wall
Judith Ward: Twice Brewed Inn
Mark Robinson: NT Experiences and Partnership Manager
Chris Trimmer. NT Plant Conservation Centre Manager
Louise Teasdale
Charlotte Crowe
Tony Gates: CEO Northumberland National Parks Authority
Charlie Whinney
Nick Greenall
Discover more
Find out what’s on in Northumberland Park and The Sill: National Landscape Discovery Centre.
https://www.northumberlandnationalpark.org.uk/whats-on/
Keep updated with all the latest Sycamore Gap news including details of The Trees of Hope campaign, Heartwood and activities at the stump.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/sycamore-gap
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The Magic of Writing | George Bernard Shaw
Wild Tales | Nature Podcast
12/28/17 • 5 min
The works of past writers can often inspire future creativity.
Producer Michael Friend explores his deep personal connection to George Bernard Shaw's writings, at Shaw's Corner in Hertfordshire.Discover more
For information about exploring Shaw's Corner please visit
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/essex-bedfordshire-hertfordshire/shaws-corner
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 [email protected]
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Authors of the National Trust | George Bernard Shaw
Wild Tales | Nature Podcast
12/14/17 • 21 min
A prolific playwright, one of the most photographed and quoted men in the world and Nobel Prize winner George Bernard Shaw once called this pocket of Hertfordshire home.
Today, the country house remains much as he left it. You can walk from room to room, enjoying the beautiful Arts and Crafts inspired interiors, and finding fascinating links with the past.James Grasby goes behind it's doors in learn more about Shaw and his life.
Discover more
For information about exploring Shaw's Corner please visit
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/essex-bedfordshire-hertfordshire/shaws-corner
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 [email protected]
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Authors of the National Trust | William Wordsworth
Wild Tales | Nature Podcast
01/04/18 • 19 min
The Lake District is the homeland of Romantic poetry with it's sweeping vistas and stunning scenery.
In this episode James Grasby explores the places that inspired of one of the nation’s best loved poets, William Wordsworth.Discover more
For information about exploring Wordsworth House and Garden please visit
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/lake-district/wordsworth-house-and-garden
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 [email protected]
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Introducing Back When
Wild Tales | Nature Podcast
03/19/25 • 1 min
Imagine being a fly on the wall throughout history.
Historians Helen Antrobus and James Grasby take you inside the stories of the people, places and moments that made us.
Experience the Great Stink of London. Make an entrance onto the Georgian dating scene. Find out if you'd survive a medieval battle. And unlock the secrets of Britain’s space race.
Our past is all around us. Be transported behind the scenes at landmarks from castles to dance halls and WWII bunkers to workhouses. You’ll meet people from all walks of life whose fascinating stories help us make sense of who we are now.
Lean in for a tale from time: introducing Back When, a new history podcast from the National Trust, launching 2 April.
Follow Back When on your favourite podcast app and never miss an episode: podfollow.com/back-when
Historians Helen Antrobus and James Grasby take you inside the stories of the people, places and moments that made us.
Experience the Great Stink of London. Make an entrance onto the Georgian dating scene. Find out if you'd survive a medieval battle. And unlock the secrets of Britain’s space race.
Our past is all around us. Be transported behind the scenes at landmarks from castles to dance halls and WWII bunkers to workhouses. You’ll meet people from all walks of life whose fascinating stories help us make sense of who we are now.
Lean in for a tale from time: introducing Back When, a new history podcast from the National Trust, launching 2 April.
Follow Back When on your favourite podcast app and never miss an episode: podfollow.com/back-when
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Introducing Wild Tales
Wild Tales | Nature Podcast
03/19/25 • 1 min
Wild Tales is launching 26 March. Immerse yourself in intriguing stories from our weird, wonderful and utterly wild world.
Experience nature in a whole new way, from untangling the strange world of spider sex and digging up the greatest fossil finds, to meeting mysterious ocean giants and finding out why there’s no such thing as a seagull.
Join nature experts Rosie Holdsworth, Ajay Tegala and Heather Birkett on adventures around the UK’s diverse habitats and uncover fascinating tales that connect us with wildlife.
New Wild Tales will be released twice a month.
Follow us on your favourite podcast app to keep up with every episode.
www.instagram.com/wildtalesnt
Experience nature in a whole new way, from untangling the strange world of spider sex and digging up the greatest fossil finds, to meeting mysterious ocean giants and finding out why there’s no such thing as a seagull.
Join nature experts Rosie Holdsworth, Ajay Tegala and Heather Birkett on adventures around the UK’s diverse habitats and uncover fascinating tales that connect us with wildlife.
New Wild Tales will be released twice a month.
Follow us on your favourite podcast app to keep up with every episode.
www.instagram.com/wildtalesnt
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The Children’s Country House | Sudbury Hall
Wild Tales | Nature Podcast
03/30/23 • 19 min
A disco ball, a pirate ship and portraits with speech bubbles are perhaps not what you’d expect to see when visiting a historic property, but at the UK’s first Children’s Country House, anything could happen.
Join Curator James Grasby, as he explores this place filled with surprises at every turn.
Production
Hosts: James Grasby and Manhoor
Producer: Nikki Ruck
Sound editor: Jesus Gomez
Discover more
Find out more about visiting the Children's Country House at Sudbury
nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/peak-district-derbyshire/the-childrens-country-house-at-sudbury
Looking for a day out that'll keep the whole family entertained? Find the best family-friendly places to visit and discover the fun-filled activities on offer as part of our Summer of Play, sponsored by Starling Bank and supported by Sport England.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/family-friendly 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 [email protected]
Join Curator James Grasby, as he explores this place filled with surprises at every turn.
Production
Hosts: James Grasby and Manhoor
Producer: Nikki Ruck
Sound editor: Jesus Gomez
Discover more
Find out more about visiting the Children's Country House at Sudbury
nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/peak-district-derbyshire/the-childrens-country-house-at-sudbury
Looking for a day out that'll keep the whole family entertained? Find the best family-friendly places to visit and discover the fun-filled activities on offer as part of our Summer of Play, sponsored by Starling Bank and supported by Sport England.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/family-friendly 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 [email protected]
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National Trust Gardens Podcast | Festive Decorations
Wild Tales | Nature Podcast
11/24/16 • 5 min
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.
In this mini episode Alan joins in with the festivities at Croome as the team prepare for Christmas. Learn from the volunteers how to make the perfect festive wreath from your own garden at home.
Discover more
For information about visiting Croome please visit
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/worcestershire-herefordshire/croome
For details on craft workshops nearby please visit
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/christmas/christmas-craft-workshops
Where you'll also find details of lots of non-christmas activities throughout the year too.
Plants Mentioned
In this mini episode Alan joins in with the festivities at Croome as the team prepare for Christmas. Learn from the volunteers how to make the perfect festive wreath from your own garden at home.
Discover more
For information about visiting Croome please visit
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/worcestershire-herefordshire/croome
For details on craft workshops nearby please visit
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/christmas/christmas-craft-workshops
Where you'll also find details of lots of non-christmas activities throughout the year too.
Plants Mentioned
- Eucalyptus
- Lavender – Lavandula angustifolia
- Pyracantha
- Holly – Ilex aquifolium
- Yew – Taxus baccata
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FAQ
How many episodes does Wild Tales | Nature Podcast have?
Wild Tales | Nature Podcast currently has 172 episodes available.
What topics does Wild Tales | Nature Podcast cover?
The podcast is about Places & Travel, Society & Culture, Nature, Podcasts and Science.
What is the most popular episode on Wild Tales | Nature Podcast?
The episode title 'National Trust Gardens Podcast | Festive Decorations' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Wild Tales | Nature Podcast?
The average episode length on Wild Tales | Nature Podcast is 17 minutes.
How often are episodes of Wild Tales | Nature Podcast released?
Episodes of Wild Tales | Nature Podcast are typically released every 14 days.
When was the first episode of Wild Tales | Nature Podcast?
The first episode of Wild Tales | Nature Podcast was released on Oct 14, 2016.
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