Urban populations may be growing, but with an abundance of green space, fresh air and peace and quiet, there are still plenty of reasons to live outside of the city. Canvas8 sat down with 20 Britons to find out exactly what they love about their villages, small towns and suburbs.

The demand for local produce is at an all-time high, as consumers decide to ditch processed goods in favour of fresh, regional delicacies. Can Yorkshire Food Finder’s guided trails of culinary delights turn the region into a must-visit destination for taste trekkers all over the world?

Britain’s urbanites may wish they could disconnect more often, but rural residents have the opposite problem. Over half of rural businesses have unreliable mobile internet connections, with nine out of ten experiencing ‘not-spots’ or a lack of network options.

Having a pint or two down the pub used to be a weekend tradition for many, but increasing numbers of establishments are shutting up shop across the countryside. As Britons steer clear of the pub, rural village locals and the sense of community they bring are also at risk.