Alan Titchmarsh unravels the epic story of the evolution of the British Isles.

Listen to Alan's interview on Radio 5 Live.

Where I Live - take a walk through time
Uncover your natural past through a series of specially devised walks by BBC presenters and experts throughout the British Isles.

Events, activities and places to visit
Search through our database to find all the info on sites featured in the series or events being held in your area.

Learn more about our natural history
Uncover the rocks beneath your feet with the Geology Toolkit, unravel the mysteries of climate change and biodiversity, and get involved in a national survey with the Great Snail Hunt.

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