BBC's One Man and His Dog presenter Robin Page dies from prostate cancer

The CRT said he was a dedicated champion of farming and the countryside

Chris Brayford
clock • 1 min read
Credit: BBC
Image:

Credit: BBC

A countryside campaigner and farmer who was beloved as the presenter of a flagship BBC programme featuring sheepdog trials has died. Robin Page, from Barton in Cambridgeshire, passed away from prostate...

To continue reading...

Already a member? Login for full access.

Login

New to Farmers Guardian? Register for 1 free article per week or become a member for unlimited access to essential farming news and insights.

article-img-580x358
Register for free Join Now

 

More on Farm Life

James Robinson: "Nettles are weeds to some, but are a lifeline to others"
Farm Life

James Robinson: "Nettles are weeds to some, but are a lifeline to others"

Farmers Guardian In Your Field columnist James Robinson on tractor troubles at silage time and the virtues of nettles as a habitat for butterflies

James Robinson
James Robinson
clock 15 June 2026 • 3 min read
Bake Off star wants to leave his mark on the family farm: "When the farm shop opens, that will be my biggest achievement"
Farm Life

Bake Off star wants to leave his mark on the family farm: "When the farm shop opens, that will be my biggest achievement"

Mike Greenwood-Wilkins captured the nation’s hearts on Great British Bake Off, and as the first farmer to appear on the popular TV show, he was able to showcase just how important this industry is. Emily Ashworth visits him to find out more

Emily Ashworth
Emily Ashworth
clock 14 June 2026 • 10 min read
Helen Stanier: "Data analysis is now an essential part of the dairy farmer's role"
Farm Life

Helen Stanier: "Data analysis is now an essential part of the dairy farmer's role"

Farmers Guardian columnist Helen Stanier on the importance of analysing and sharing milk recording data in order to maintain a sustainable business

Helen Stanier
clock 14 June 2026 • 3 min read