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Chris Packham, 61, met his girlfriend Charlotte Corney in 2007 when he visited her zoo in the Isle of Wight at her zoo.

Chris Packham is hoping to prove where there’s muck there’s brass by charging £20 for a calendar full of s***’.The telly wildlife expert is flogging a date wall-hanger packed with photos of animal dung.

LIVID BBC viewers have ripped into Springwatch and Countryfile for 'inaccurate and unrealistic' reporting. It comes after people aged 65 and over took part in a poll conducted by the Countryside Allicance.

Countryfile, Springwatch, Autumnwatch and The Archers as they don't represent residents way of life and tackle "rural issues". The shows by Chris Packham - who is not in favour of fox hunting, badger culling and other countryside sports - were judged the worst by viewers. READ MORE: Countryfile star Tom Heap overwhelmed as 'brave' Ukrainian breaks down in tears As many as 90% of respondents that took part in the survey agreed Springwatch and Autumnwatch were not a realistic representation of real country life.Meanwhile 89% of respondents felt Countryfile failed to focus on particular issues that mattered to a rural viewing audience.BBC Radio 4's drama The Archers came under fire too and was branded a "contemporary drama in a rural setting" by rural listeners.According to The Telegraph, The Countryside Alliance said two thirds of its members want to see the BBC license fee gone and claimed members longed to see "rural programming for the countryside, not just about the countryside".In addition to this, those who were surveyed said they also want to see more programmes dedicated to farming, rural sports and conservation and land management on their screens.The Countryside Alliance poll was made up of those mostly aged 65 years and older and the findings from the report will be handed over to BBC as part of a "rural impartiality dossier".

Chris Packham’s stepdaughter Megan McCubbin has shared her own opinions about the ongoing debate on veganism, farming and helping the environment in an exclusive interview with Express.co.uk.The Springwatch presenter admitted that, while eating meat makes her feel “quite unwell” it was also true that some UK farmers are doing “incredible work”. Megan, 27, has recently teamed up with Lovat Parks and spoke about the wondrous benefits of “connecting to our wild side” during the lockdown, as she explained how important it was to speak out about the issues affecting our planet.Her stepdad Chris, 61, has been outspoken in his views about climate activism and animal welfare, including on subjects such as veganism.Asked how we might address the ongoing tensions between those championing farming communities and those choosing veganism, Megan stressed communication is key. She began: “I think really good communication when it comes to farms is so important - and they do such incredible work. “You know, they need to be celebrated and appreciated for what they do because they are - particularly nature-friendly farmers - absolutely excellent.“They have so much knowledge of biodiversity, the land and also how to make food which ultimately we all need on a daily basis. Megan went on to speak about how the food industry is currently affecting people's ability to make more ethical choices. “I think when it comes to diet, there is a lot that needs to change,” she reflected.“Intensive farming is a huge, huge problem.These battery farms are a welfare catastrophe. “So we do need to be moving forward in that sense, and it should be about eating local - eating seasonally. “And eating less meat than we are,” she continued.

Gemma Collins has posted a photo from her kitchen wishing fans a "happy summer", but some couldn't help but notice the former TOWIE star seemed to be missing something. The reality star, 41, shared a photo of herself standing behind her kitchen counter wearing a blue floral blouse as she flashed a smile at the camera. In the caption, the blonde beauty wrote: "Wishing you all the best summer", before suggesting fans take a look at her new clothing collection if they wanted to "feel fabulous".

@BBCOne? Democracy? There’s none. READ MORE: “We are being brutalised by buffoons. We so need system change now. We are in trouble - big , big trouble . @DeborahMeaden.”It comes after the leadership candidates went head-to-head on Monday evening during a debate in Stoke-on-Trent broadcast on BBC One.It marked the first time the two rivals have been pitched against one another, as their other rivals have been eliminated from the contest. The debate was broadcast before Tory members vote to select the next Conservative party leader - and the UK's Prime Minister.Following the tweet, Chris’ followers were divided about his opinions on the matter. @JannerJE called out Chris for his support of the Labour Party as being hypocritical.The user said: “Like we had a say when Labour stitched up moving from Blair to Brown?“Oh, & by the way, WE are still paying for Brown’s - LABOUR’s - raid on pensions & his ludicrous payment scheme for green energy."In support of Chris, @Bevpatcat said: “What amazes me is that it seems to be taken as read and is not up for discussion let alone change. “Anyone can join the Tory Party for £25 and vote for the leader, including foreign nationals or expats. “Not democratic.  If a party has a new leader mid-term, a G E must be called.”In a further Tweet, Chris criticised the politicians' responses to climate change.

It’s been a busy year for the nation’s favourite diva, Gemma Collins, but she isn't about to slow down anytime soon. Speaking exclusively to OK!, the former TOWIE star has spilled the beans on her hopes for the rest of 2022 and, perhaps surprisingly, revealed why fronting a gardening programme is top of her to-do list. Earlier this year, Gemma unveiled her love of all things nature as she joined the BBC Springwatch team in Wild Ken Hill, Norfolk to celebrate and highlight some of the best of British wildlife as the season changed.

Megan McCubbin, who is the nature-loving stepdaughter of Chris Packham, spoke candidly about her love of animals and the need to protect our wildlife in an exclusive interview with Express.co.uk.The Springwatch presenter revealed that, while she had a tough time at school due to her dyslexia, it was Chris’ partner Charlotte Corney who helped her through.Megan, who has recently teamed up with Lovat Parks, spoke about the wonders of wildlife and why it can really benefit us all to connect with our “wild side”. The documentarian knows a thing or two about that, as she has grown up with a myriad of diverse creatures all around her. Her most unusual animal friends, however, are the four tigers that were introduced to her by her stepdad’s partner Charlotte.Confirming that she had “no fear” when it came to the wild animals, Megan opened up about the difficult time she had at school and how the tigers helped her not to give up on her zoology dreams.Megan explained: “I’m quite severely dyslexic, and I've always struggled learning science in the conventional way. “So much that - when I was at school - I had some difficult experiences there and teachers didn't really understand what to do with me.“I didn’t necessarily appear to be the brightest, but that wasn't actually the case; it was just the fact that I learned differently from everyone else. “Over time, I've kind of had to challenge myself to overcome - not overcome because you can’t overcome dyslexia - but you learn to work with it and use it to your advantage.”Megan desperately wanted to work with animals, but felt like her performance in science classes indicated she might not be cut out for the Bsc in Zoology she would one day go on to obtain.“It got to a point where I was

Megan McCubbin, 27, is the stepdaughter of fellow Springwatch presenter Chris Packham, 61, who is often very vocal about his opinions on climate change and the treatment of animals. Megan insisted it was important for the Conservative government to step up when it comes to taking care of our planet in an exclusive interview with Express.co.uk.Megan, who has recently teamed up with Lovat Parks, spoke about the wondrous benefits of “connecting to our wild side” during the lockdown, as she explained how important it was to speak out about animal welfare and other environmental issues. Asked if she felt like the government had done enough to make Britain greener, she replied: “I think we have a long way to go. “I'd like to see things happening faster,” she added.

Megan McCubbin, 27, has spoken out in defence of her stepdad Chris Packham, 61, who is often very vocal about his opinions on climate change and the treatment of animals.The fellow Springwatch presenter insisted it was important for people like herself and Chris with high profiles to fight for their planet in an exclusive interview with Express.co.uk.Megan, who has recently teamed up with Lovat Parks, spoke about the wondrous benefits of “connecting to our wild side” during the lockdown, as she explained how important it was to speak out about the issues affecting our planet.Chris has been outspoken in his views about climate activism and animal welfare, which has earned him some enemies who do not agree with his strong stances.Megan seems to be following in her stepdad’s footsteps, as she is also vocal about these issues.Asked if she felt it was important for people with a public profile like herself to speak about the issues facing our planet and its wildlife, she responded: “Somebody's got to talk about them.“It's really important that we communicate honestly about the issues going on in the world. “And not only the issues, but the solutions, whether those solutions are driving an electric car or you know, watching what you eat, eating more environmentally friendly foods…“And it's really important that - not only do we talk about it - but we do it ourselves, as well. “So yes, I think it's important to stand up for what we believe in,” she continued. “And for myself, I'll do anything to protect the natural world, because sometimes you see it and you hear about the decline and it can be really challenging. “And so if I can do anything and use my voice to communicate for those species that are in decline.“And if I can

Megan McCubbin, 27, has put on a brave face following the arson attack at the residence of her stepdad, Chris Packham, 61.The Springwatch presenter admitted she was “absolutely not” deterred by the incident, and that she would continue to fight for the planet and animal welfare, in an exclusive interview with Express.co.uk.Megan, who has recently teamed up with Lovat Parks, spoke about the wondrous benefits of “connecting to our wild side” during the lockdown, as she explained how important it was to her to keep wildlife preservation and climate change prevention as part of the conversation. Chris has been outspoken in his views about climate activism and animal welfare, which has earned him some critics as well as fans. Shortly after midnight on October 8 2021, his home was the target of a suspected arson attack, by two masked men who set fire to a vehicle which exploded and destroyed the gates to his property.He said that, while the attack was an escalation of the harassment he had received for years, it would not stop his activism.Megan seems to be following in her stepdad’s footsteps, as when she was asked if the arson attack and other threats would ever put her off speaking out, she replied: “No, absolutely not.”Megan joined Springwatch in 2020 at the height of the pandemic and appeared on camera with Chris, who has presented the show since 2009.Asked if she felt it was important for people with a public profile like herself to speak about the issues facing our planet and its wildlife, she responded: “Somebody's got to talk about them.“It's really important that we communicate honestly about the issues going on in the world. “And not only the issues, but the solutions, whether those solutions are driving an electric

SPRINGWATCH presenter Chris Packham raged 'what the f***?!' after a council mowed down an 11-year-old girl's beloved flowers. A young nature enthusiast called Isabella Mann wrote to Oxford County Council to ask them not to destroy the Bee and Pyramidal Orchids that she found on a roundabout.

Megan McCubbin has addressed the one habit of her nature expert stepdad, Chris Packham, that she was forced to live with during lockdown.The Springwatch presenter, 27, opened up about what it was like to move in with her stepdad, 61, and revealed the one habit she “had to put up with” in an exclusive interview with Express.co.uk.Megan, who has recently teamed up with Lovat Parks, spoke about the wondrous benefits of “connecting to our wild side” during the lockdown, as she tapped into her own love of wildlife while living in the New Forest with Chris.“I was locked down with Chris during that period, only because he lives in New Forest,” she mused.“If you're going to be locked down anywhere, it's quite nice to be in a green area.“And we can work side by side which turned out to be hugely beneficial for both of us,” she added.Megan joined Springwatch in 2020 at the height of the pandemic and appeared on camera with Chris, who has presented the show since 2009.Speaking about living with Chris, she explained: “We know each other incredibly well.

Chris Packham made a quip at Michaela Strachan’s expense on Monday’s Springwatch when he told her to “lay off the gin”.The naturalist made the comment as the presenting pair introduced the show’s final week of the season.Michaela said: “As Chris said, it is our final week and Thursday was the end of week two.“Clearly we got a little tongue-tied because we were making up dates, names, and even inventing species.”A montage then played that featured some of the presenters’ blunders over the BBC Two series.They included Chris referring to the year as “2020”, his stepdaughter Megan McCubbin calling a gunpowder shed a “gun ped showder” and Michaela becoming flustered and mistakenly branding a long-tailed tit a “long tit tail”.Following the montage, Chris hung his head in shame and wiped his brow.Michaela giggled and said she thought “long tit tail” was a “great name”, to which Chris looked at her disapprovingly.The 61-year-old then quipped: “How many times have I told you to lay off the gin before the programme?”Michaela broke into laughter and joked that she had “got a bit carried away”, while mimicking the action of her drinking.Chris joked: “You go into your little corner and there you are, necking it down!”Michaela then swiftly rebuked: “Well, what’s your excuse then? You got the year wrong!“Anyway, it just shows that it is live TV.”It is not the first time the presenters have been savaged for their blunders during this series.Last week, Megan shocked some viewers when she said: “I love a shag,” as she talked about the appearance of a bird.Live from Hauxley Nature Reserve, Megan told viewers about a grey heron that was using “precise precision to capture its prey”.Referring to its appearance, she added: “Look at that,

Gemma Collins told followers she feels “honoured” to have bagged a role on BBC’s Springwatch after finding nature to be her “real passion” in life.The 41 year old announced that she will be joining the show for a live special on Thursday, as she posted a clip of herself on the nature programme to the delight of fans.The footage shows an excited Gemma talking with hosts Chris Packham and Hannah Stitfall as they quiz her about various wildlife. Speaking about being on their show, Gemma captioned: "What an honour to be invited along to @bbcspringwatch my real passion in life is NATURE and to stand next to the legends Chris and Hannah and learn so much was incredible.

SPRINGWATCH fans were left fuming after bosses 'cut the best bit from the show' in a format shake-up. Wednesday night's show saw Chris Packham and Michaela Strachan once again hosting proceedings from Wild Ken Hill.

Jeremy Clarkson caused horror when he told the world that he would "happily stamp repeatedly" on the head of a badger if he encountered one on his land. Now he has directed a savage jibe at the presenters of Springwatch after they spoke out in defence of the species, countering that it is the "most terrible" one on the planet.Jeremy, 62, exclaimed on Twitter today: "I can’t imagine the nation’s hedgehogs, lapwings or farmers are as pleased about badgers as the presenters of Springwatch."He had already exchanged angry comments with Chris Packham earlier this year about who was responsible for the decline in hedgehogs, with Chris insisting that farmers were to blame, and Jeremy pointing to badgers.The comment today, made in view of his 7.7 million followers, reignited the debate.@AlanPWig1 hit back: "I like badgers more than people."However an unrepentant Jeremy didn't skip a beat when he responded: "They are the most terrible animals on earth."@sandle08 stood up for the Clarkson's Farm star, insisting that the species is responsible for the decimation of local wildlife."Thank you Clarkson for speaking out," he exclaimed."Not many people with the celebrity pull come out with the truth."He added: "Farmers are not to blame for the decline in songbirds,bees and hedgehogs.

Chris Packham made a cheeky reference to the BBC licence fee today on the show.

SPRINGWATCH viewers were left red-faced after presenter Megan McCubbin made a rather rude joke on the nature show. Megan joined her stepdad Chris Packham for Monday evening's instalment of Springwatch - but her choice of words soon landed her in hot water.

Tom Hanks openly praised the BBC on The One Show this evening, claiming that you “don’t get that” on American TV.The Hollywood star made the observation after watching a clip of Chris Packham presenting Springwatch ahead of the programme's return tonight on BBC Two. Tom, 65, appeared on the BBC One show today with his co-star Austin Butler, 30, ahead of their upcoming Elvis Presley biopic, which is entitled Elvis.Speaking to Emma Willis, 46, and Jermaine Jenas, 39, Tom expressed his admiration for the BBC.During their interview, the presenters introduced Chris and his Springwatch co-host Michaela Strachan, 56, as they joined them remotely from a Norfolk field. Chris’ stepdaughter Megan McCubbin, 27, also made a brief cameo as she was shown getting up close to some tawny owls in the North East of England. After the presenters had given a preview of this year’s Springwatch, Tom had some thoughts on the show.As Emma started moving on the conversation with the two actors on the sofa, Tom couldn’t help but interrupt her. “Now, I know you’re both very busy…” Emma began. “Can we just say how great the BBC is,” Tom interjected, causing the presenters to laugh at the unexpected interruption.Speaking about Springwatch’s award-winning live coverage of animals in the British country, Tom explained how UK TV differs from shows in the USA.“Now, you’re not going to get that live every night in the United States,” Tom mused.“That is just something else,” he said with a smile, as Emma agreed, “You’re really not are you?”Tom’s praise for the broadcaster comes after calls to “defund the BBC” have succeeded, after the government promised to abolish the licence fee by 2027. The BBC will also be forced to make deep cuts to its show budgets,