Countryfile file fans ‘switch off’ in rage as they brand BBC show ‘joyless’ and ‘a waste of time’ just minutes into episode

Countryfile file fans 'switch off' in rage as they brand BBC show 'joyless' and 'a waste of time' just minutes into episode

As a long-time viewer of Countryfile, I must say I find myself both amused and slightly perplexed by their recent episode featuring clips from 2022. Now, don’t get me wrong, I love a good throwback, but it seems they’ve been dipping into the archives a bit too deeply.


Viewers have been expressing their displeasure towards Countryfile, alleging that one particular segment seemed pointless or unproductive to them.

On the latest episode of BBC’s program, Sean Fletcher, aged 50, reappeared on our television screens, delving into the expanses of the recently established 721-hectare Borrowdale Rainforest National Nature Reserve on a Sunday.

He connected with a group whose responsibility was to safeguard the old terrain, ensuring harmony between preserving the reserve and catering to the requirements of nearby farmers.

In my role as a lifestyle enthusiast, I must share an intriguing discovery that’s been creating quite a buzz among viewers. This time, it wasn’t me delving into the investigation, but my esteemed co-star, Tom Heap, who is 58 years old. He uncovered potential harmful chemicals that seem to be seeping into our food supply. This revelation has sparked important conversations about what we consume and how it impacts us.

The presenter discussed the existence of substances known as ‘permanent chemicals’, which are prevalent not only in items like non-stick pans but also in various other places. Moreover, they emphasized that strawberries have a higher likelihood of carrying these chemicals.

Countryfile file fans 'switch off' in rage as they brand BBC show 'joyless' and 'a waste of time' just minutes into episode

Countryfile file fans 'switch off' in rage as they brand BBC show 'joyless' and 'a waste of time' just minutes into episode
Countryfile file fans 'switch off' in rage as they brand BBC show 'joyless' and 'a waste of time' just minutes into episode

Afterward, he dispatched his lunch items to a laboratory for examination, aiming to identify the foods with the highest chemical content. A woman named Carolina was found to have analyzed strawberries, tomatoes, bread, cream, and ham for substances like PFOS, PFOA, PFNA, and PDHS.

Tom queried if it was accurate that each of the five listed ingredients contained varying amounts of any four specific Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)?

Afterward, Carolina verified that his statement was accurate, and subsequently, Tom disclosed to the audience which foods contained the most PFAS.

After watching the clip, people rushed to X (previously recognized as Twitter), to vent their frustration about feeling they had squandered ten minutes.

One viewer raged: ‘So a waste of 10 minutes for Tom to tell us that there are small amounts (traces) of forever chemicals #countryfile.’; ‘Think we’ll just have to stop eating altogether to be safe #Countryfile.’ 

1. ‘The #Countryfile program is completely devoid of joy.’;

Last week, I couldn’t help but notice and feel a bit taken aback by an apparent sneaky edit on the beloved show, Countryfile, that has my heart racing. Viewers like me pointed out some oddities in the presenter lineup that left us questioning the BBC.

Each week, Countryfile provides a glimpse into the significant challenges impacting rural life across Britain by exploring the issues, traits, and customs unique to a distinct region.

Countryfile file fans 'switch off' in rage as they brand BBC show 'joyless' and 'a waste of time' just minutes into episode
Countryfile file fans 'switch off' in rage as they brand BBC show 'joyless' and 'a waste of time' just minutes into episode
Countryfile file fans 'switch off' in rage as they brand BBC show 'joyless' and 'a waste of time' just minutes into episode
Countryfile file fans 'switch off' in rage as they brand BBC show 'joyless' and 'a waste of time' just minutes into episode
Countryfile file fans 'switch off' in rage as they brand BBC show 'joyless' and 'a waste of time' just minutes into episode
Countryfile file fans 'switch off' in rage as they brand BBC show 'joyless' and 'a waste of time' just minutes into episode

Nevertheless, some observant viewers wondered why the program included footage of John Craven, who was 84 at the time, which had initially been broadcast in the year 2022.

In the show named “Britain’s Rarest Animals,” John, who is currently 83 years old, shared fascinating facts about the red squirrel with the audience.

As a devoted fan, I found myself expressing on the platform once known as Twitter: ‘Given the vast array of presenters at your disposal, it’s perplexing to see Countryfile resorting to archive footage to fill an entire hour. #countryfile’

‘Amuses me that they don’t call it “repeats”.’

Countryfile file fans 'switch off' in rage as they brand BBC show 'joyless' and 'a waste of time' just minutes into episode
Countryfile file fans 'switch off' in rage as they brand BBC show 'joyless' and 'a waste of time' just minutes into episode

“We’re paying a high price for the Beeband, but they keep using old clips. Shaking my head in disbelief. #Countryfile”

Additionally, John wasn’t the sole retrospective clip featured; Countryfile even explored old footage from Ellie Harrison’s archive. Ellie, who is 46 years old, departed the program back in 2023.

Nevertheless, fans seemed unbothered by this new element, as one fan put it: “Ellie’s old videos are the only ones I require for my country fix #countryfile.”

John started working for Countryfile in 1989, a mere year after the show first aired, which makes him the longest-standing presenter on the program.

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2024-08-19 19:20

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