BBC Countryfile faced viewer criticism on Apr 14 for a Lake District episode featuring presenters Anita Rani and Matt Baker driving through challenging roads, sparking comparisons to Top Gear.

BBC Countryfile faced criticism from viewers on Apr 14, as presenters Anita Rani and Matt Baker drove through challenging roads in the Lake District, sparking comparisons to BBC Top Gear. Some fans expressed disappointment with the show's direction, suggesting it should focus on important issues, while others questioned if it had become a new version of Top Gear. BBC Countryfile defended the episode, stating it covers a wide range of rural affairs issues. (400 characters)

April 14, 2024
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