Our island home
The British Isles is a fascinating place to live. Explore with our experts:
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Time and tide
How does the shape of the shoreline change over the centuries? Charts tell the story through coastal mapping.
Early Human Occupation of Britain
Northern Europe may have been colonised much earlier than previously believed, reveals Chris Stringer in his CEPSAR lecture.
Taken at the flood
Sometimes the land loses out in the battle to tame the oceans, with tragic results - like during the flood of 1953.
Reclaimed by the sea
It might sound paradoxical, but breaking down sea walls might be the best way of holding back the tide.
Weathering the storms
Melting ice caps and warmer oceans - how will our coastline cope with a climate of change?
Battering our fish
A piece of battered cod is an essential part of the seaside experience - but does overfishing threaten the coast on your plate?
Power from the waves
If we don't want nuclear and can't have oil, will the resources of the coast keep us plugged in?
Teeming with life
Rock pools and wet sand provide support and cover for any number of creatures and plants. Discover life on the beach.
Ocean or dumping ground?
We use the sea as a handy dumping ground but how long can we continue trashing the waves?
Out in the landscape
The Open University Geological Society in the East of Scotland took up the challenge of the Landscape Mysteries series to try and solve the puzzle of the Shetland Broches. Read how they got on with their field trip.
