Highland laird fined for river works that put rare species at risk

A Scottish laird was fined £9,000 for carrying out unauthorised engineering work in Scotland’s longest river on his Highland estate.

Avalanche forecasts now available on free text service

Walkers, climbers and mountaineers heading for Scotland’s mountains this winter can now get regular avalanche information sent direct to their mobile phones.

Huge airlift in bid to turn Pennine hills green

One of the UK’s biggest ever conservation airlifts aims to turn Pennine uplands from black to green.

Guidebooks on offer at knock-down prices in Cicerone's January sale

Outdoors fans on the lookout for a bargain guidebook can pick up a copy at knock-down prices as publishers Cicerone clear out their shelves with a January sale.

Mountain rescuer's tribute to ex-team member killed in climbing accident

A mountain rescuer paid tribute to a former colleague who died in a climbing accident. Michael Machell, a one-time member of the Langdale Ambleside...

McNeish joins outdoors trade body in quest for new members

Broadcaster and journalist Cameron McNeish has joined the board of a trade body with a brief to encourage outdoor professionals to join.

National park throws out plans for 'Nelson's Column'-sized turbine

National park planners have rejected a farmer’s proposal for a wind turbine almost has high as Nelson’s Column, saying approving it could set a precedent in other national parks.

Woman rescued after slip leads to injury

A woman was rescued from a Cumbrian hillside after injuring herself in a slip. The 73-year-old slipped on frozen turf while walking near Staveley. ...

Seriously injured climber among four callouts in 45 minutes for rescuers

A Peak District mountain rescue team called on colleagues’ help after they received four emergency calls, including a climber with a serious head injury.